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Huge Black Bear Spotted Looking for Food in Louisiana
Black bears are running rampant in Louisiana and another huge bear has been spotted in south Louisiana. In the social media group Louisiana Black Bear Report, Randy Bergeron posted photos of a huge black bear near a deer feeder, and by the looks of it, this bear has been eating well near Palmetto, Louisiana.
United Way Southwest Louisiana announces new grant recipients
Special to the American Press In a substantial move toward bolstering the resilience and capacity of local social services, United Way Southwest Louisiana is proud to announce its latest round of grant awards. Numerous regional organizations have been selected to receive funding to support critical community services ranging from youth mentoring programs to senior care, […]
Department Reports Update on Tuesday’s Delta Tire Blaze
Winnfield Fire Department sources have confirmed that the blaze that demanded Delta Tire at 702 E. Lafayette Street in Winnfield on Monday evening, July 22, is currently under investigation by the Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s office to determine cause. Asst. Fire Chief Cassidy Martin said the department received the...
Rotary Hears WSHS Tiger Football Season Preview
Don Causey, Rotarian of the Day, presented Winnfield Senior High School head football coach Jay Watson and team center, Peyton Glenn, one of 15 seniors on this year’s squad as the special guests at Rotary’s meeting on July 17, 2024. Coach Watson informed Rotarians that the high school...
Back to School Bash Slated Friday, July 26
The annual Back to School Bash for Winn Parish children, sponsored by Caring & Sharing in Unity and the Winn Healthy Initiatives Coalition, will be held at the Winnfield Civic Center on Friday, July 26. Doors open at 10 a.m. and close at 1 p.m. In addition to school supplies...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Semi overturned on I-20 westbound near Tremont Rest Area
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Choudrant Fire Department are currently responding to an overturned semi on I-20 westbound near the Tremont Rest Area. When KNOE contacted LPSO, they were unable to provide details of the accident at this time. Due to the accident,...
Buyer steps in for Louisiana hospital amid national chain's bankruptcy
Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe may soon be under new ownership after its parent company, the bankrupt Steward Health, received a bid for the hospital this week as it tries offload around 30 hospitals across the country. American Healthcare System, a California-based company formed in 2021, offered $500,000...
Still no suspect in 2023 murder of Carroll High School student
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)— It’s been just over a year since a teenage boy was murdered in Monroe. Police have yet to identify a suspect in the case and our Chelsea Monae sends a reminder the case remains unsolved. Every parent’s worst nightmare is burying their child. On July...
Shreveport bar serving craft beer, upscale whiskeys to close after eight months
After almost eight months in business, a Shreveport craft beer and whiskey bar has announced it's closing. Owner Jason Heffern of The Tap Room at 6301 Line Ave. made the announcement on Facebook on Wednesday. "This Sunday, July 28, 2024, will be our last day of operation. We have what...
North La. residents say solar company promised free solar and now they are stuck in 25-year loans
Shreveport and Bossier City residents say they've been the target of high pressure and confusing sales pitches by a solar panel company making its way around the area leaving unexpected bills in its wake. Homeowners began getting knocks at their doors in late 2023. On the other side were salespeople...
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