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A journey from Natchitoches to the bright lights of Hollywood
Actor says her craft has a freedom that is exhilaratingNatchitoches native Marie Wilde has been nominated for Best Actress at the LA Under the Stars Film Festival for her performance in the short narrative film “Take Your Mark.”The LA Under the Stars Film Festival will be Aug. 22 at El Cid on Sunset in Los Angeles.Wilde’s journey from her birthplace to the bright lights of Hollywood began when…
Back-to-School Expo provides kids with haircuts, supplies
The annual “Getting Them Ready” Back-to-School expo provided great opportunities for students and their parents as free haircuts, school supplies, school and community information was shared in the main commons areas of the Ben D. Johnson Educational Center and Silhouette Barber Shop. snacks/snow cones, music, face-painting and inflatables were part of the three-andone half hour setting that…
‘I Tried’ fundraiser will pay tribute to man who spent life improving lives of others
The Ben D. Johnson Education Center is hosting its “I Tried” fundraiser, a celebration of Mr. Ben Johnson’s life and his legacy on Thursday, Aug. 29, which would have been his 114th birthday. The event gets underway at 5:30 p.m. at Riverside Reserve at 114 Mill St.For tickets or to become a sponsor call 318-460-7460 or visit www.bdjcenter.org.Mr. Johnson spent his life trying to improve the lives…
School board deals with miscellaneous items
The regular monthly meeting of the Natchitoches Parish School Board on Tuesday began with brief presentations by Northwestern State President James Genovese, District 22 State Representative Gabe Firment and Louisiana School Board Association Executive Director Dr. Janet Pope.Genevese told the board he was the oldest new kid in town. He also noted it was advantageous for the two to work as a team…
Sunday PM Forecast: Awaiting a push of drier, more comfortable air
After a very hot weekend, the Storm Station is tracking a "cool" front which will deliver relief from the summer steam. Tonight & Tomorrow: The weather will remain quiet on Sunday evening across south Louisiana. Storms will be ongoing in Arkansas and northern Louisiana, traveling in a southward direction. Most data seem to suggest that the storms dissipate upon arrival in the capital area. However, the scenario has played out several times in the past where a wave of storms passes through, even when computer models suggest the contrary. For that reason, a few late night storms are still on the table - but know that rain is by no means a guarantee. Any storms that can survive will be capable of gusty winds. The night will otherwise be warm and sticky with a low close to 80°.
Innovative Acadiana plant to turn sugar cane bagasse into biofuel pellets
The sugar cane industry, while producing a $4.2 billion annual economic impact in Louisiana, creates tons of waste product every year. What to do with that waste has long been a problem for sugar producers. Developers of a new plant in Jeanerette hope to turn it into fuel. Several steps...
Louisiana utility regulators pass rule to keep electric vehicle charging competitive
State regulators have established a policy they believe will spur more private investment in electric vehicle charging stations in Louisiana — limiting competition from utility companies. The Louisiana Public Service Commission adopted a rule Wednesday meant to encourage private investment in the electric vehicle charging market by prohibiting the state’s major power companies from using […]
W. Shreveport overnight homicide, victim identified
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Shreveport Police Department states they are investigating an overnight shooting of a death in west Shreveport’s Werner Park neighborhood. The news release highlights Caddo Crime Stoppers’ offering a $2,000 reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person(s) involved in this incident.
Natchitoches police captured two escapees, one still on the run
NATCHITOCHES, Louisiana (KTBS) -- Natchitoches Parish Sheriff Stuart Wright announced that two escapees from the Natchitoches Parish Detention Center, Johnny Williams and Malakhi Nathaniel Gallant, were captured early Sunday morning in the City of Natchitoches. The apprehension followed a coordinated manhunt involving multiple law enforcement agencies. Two additional individuals have...
Fredo Bang Defends 50 Cent Amid Hurricane Chris’ Humor & Harmony Weekend Criticism
According to Hurricane Chris, the $500K 50 Cent dropped on security could have been better spent elsewhere. Earlier this month, 50 Cent hosted Humor & Harmony Weekend in Shreveport, but not everyone was pleased with the lineup. He got called out by Luenell last week, who criticized him for not including any female comedians. Fif fired back yesterday, claiming that if she hadn't been booked and busy, he would have been interested in including her. Now, Hurricane Chris has weighed in, putting 50 Cent on blast for not highlighting more local artists.
Louisiana Will Have Eyes on Gulf of Mexico for Potential Storm Development
We are approaching the peak of hurricane season and folks along the Gulf Coast will soon have all eyes on the Gulf of Mexico. We previously reported that a "cool front" could sweep across the south by August 19th and now Meteorologist Zack Fradella says also to keep an on the gulf that week.
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