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The Dallas Cowboys Should Trade Dak Prescott to the New Orleans Saints
While Cowboys fans may read the title and immediately rush to the comments section, I challenge everyone to hear the WHY behind a potential Dak Prescott trade for the Cowboys. We are preferencing that this article is A PREDICTION, not a REPORT!. CeeDee Lamb is another name that’s been thrown...
No more neutral ground tents, cookouts for Mardi Gras
The New Orleans City Council on Thursday approved new rules, and restrictions, on what’s allowed for Mardi Gras parade-going. The city council is trying to get a handle on people treating public space before and during parades like their back yard.
Authorities investigate swatting incident in Leesville
LEESVILLE, La. (KPLC) - The Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office (VPSO) and Louisiana State Police are investigating a swatting incident in Leesville. Around 10 this morning, the Leesville Police Department transferred a call to VPSO about a disturbance, according to deputies. The caller blocked their phone number before calling Leesville police.
National Wildlife Federation Selects Local Photographer’s Image for All-Occasion Greeting Cards
[Dry Prong, La] – The National Wildlife Federation (NWF), America’s largest and most trusted conservation organization, has chosen a photograph by local photographer James Greer to feature on their all-occasion greeting cards. This selection highlights the Federation’s commitment to showcasing stunning wildlife photography and supporting conservation efforts.
DeRidder council calls meeting to investigate potential misconduct by mayor
DERIDDER, La. (KPLC) - A special meeting of the DeRidder City Council has been called for Tuesday, July 30, to consider an investigation into allegations of misconduct by Mayor Misty Roberts Clanton. The agenda comes the same day 7News learned Clanton named DeRidder Fire Chief Ken Harlow as Mayor Pro...
Shreveport paracanoe athlete and prosthetist Jillian Elwart gears up for Paralympics; bringing the dying Maurepas Swamp back to life
The 2024 Paris Olympics have officially begun, and Louisiana is boasting plenty of Olympians this year, both LSU students and Bayou State natives. But we also have no shortage of para-athletes gearing up for their own games beginning on Aug. 28. One of those athletes is Jillian Elwart, a paracanoe...
Fire station expansion financing finally advances in Woodworth
Minutes of a meeting earlier this month reflect Woodworth is proceeding with financing fire station improvements. Essentially the town council voted to refinance a 2014 $620,000 bond series to fund station expansion. The Sales Tax and Refunding Bonds will be secured and payable by revenue from sales taxes approved in...
Concerts, Festivals, And Live Music In Southwest Louisiana This Weekend July 26-28
The weekend is finally here and it's about time, right? There are a lot of events going on in Southwest Louisiana this weekend including concerts, one of the largest festivals in Southwest Louisiana, and live music in bars and restaurants across the area. Here is your list of things to...
A Win In Louisiana Against Cruel And Life-Threatening Prison Conditions
Norris Henderson and I knew of each other long before we actually met in New York 20 years ago. I’d written widely about the conditions, harms and failures of the American prison system, and Norris, the founder and executive director of the criminal justice policy shop Voice of the Experienced (V.O.T.E.) headquartered in New Orleans, had been wrongfully incarcerated for 27 years at the notorious Louisiana State Penitentiary, commonly and infamously known as Angola Prison.
A Favorite Louisiana Airline Announces Major Change to Boarding Procedure
A popular airline that many in Louisiana love to use when traveling is breaking a 50-year tradition when it comes to boarding the plane. Southwest Airlines announced on Thursday that they are breaking away from the tradition of allowing passengers to sit where they want and will even now offer premium seating.
Olympic capsules: We've got details on the 35 LSU, Louisiana athletes competing in Paris
PARIS — It’s a long way from the quiet practice gyms, sun-splashed tracks and echo-filled swimming pools of Louisiana to the grand stage of the Olympic Games. But that’s where 35 current and former LSU and Louisiana athletes have gathered, to compete in Paris in the Games of the 33rd Olympiad.
Louisiana reclassifies drugs used in abortions as controlled dangerous substances
This article originally appeared on KFF Health News. Louisiana lawmakers have added two drugs commonly used in pregnancy and reproductive health care to the state’s list of controlled dangerous substances, a move that has alarmed doctors in the state. Mifepristone and misoprostol have many clinical uses, and one use...
Paragon Casino Resort Launches Festival Benefiting Local Charities
MARKSVILLE, LA – Paragon Casino Resort has announced a festival dedicated to raising money for local charities in a fun and unique atmosphere. SIP Wine & Spirit Fest will take place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm inside the Mari Showroom. The inaugural festival will feature...
After summer tour with uncle Tim McGraw, Timothy Wayne heads back to LSU with big plans
Timothy Wayne has become very good at juggling. He’s been navigating life as a full-time LSU student, which includes an active social life as part of his fraternity, Pi Kappa Alpha, while debuting his single “God Made A Country Boy,” released by Universal Music Group Nashville, this past May.
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