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Bastrop police searching for missing sisters, asks for public’s help
BASTROP, La. (KNOE) - The Bastrop Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating two juvenile sisters who were reported missing this afternoon (July 24). According to BPD, Keyshia and Ceddrell Jackson left home on July 23 around 10:30 p.m. Authorities said the sisters were last seen at Southpoint Loop apartments.
Shreveport's Jerry Edwards makes history as first Black federal judge in Western District
Jerry Edwards Jr.'s admits his legal career ascended even faster than he could have dreamed. Edwards was hired for a clerkship just out of law school in 2003 by the prestigious, century-old Blanchard Walker law firm in Shreveport and by 2014 was a partner there. "They kept hiring me," said Edwards, laughing.
Ticket info, participant list for 50 Cent’s celebrity basketball game released
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - More information has been released about one of the events that’s part of 50 Cent’s Humor & Harmony weekend in Shreveport. The Celebrity Basketball Game will be held Friday, Aug. 9 at StageWorks. Doors open at 6 p.m.; the game begins at 8 p.m. Celebrity participants include:
Shreveport honors 109 year old resident with parade
A parade for Elvira Helaire-Davis rolled down 5th Street in the MLK neighborhood last Saturday morning as Marshal James Jefferson stopped at a house with dozens of roses and a ‘Happy Birthday’ balloon. He was one of many, including former councilman Willie Bradford and State Rep. Joy Walters, who wanted to wish Helaire-Davis a happy 109th birthday. ...
SWEPCO responds to sales pitches, billing claims from solar company
Since late 2023, neighborhoods in Shreveport and Bossier City have been visited by salespeople who want to sell solar panels and permits numbers show they have been successful. By early 2024, the permits divisions at the cities of Shreveport and Bossier City were seeing more pulled for solar panels than...
Dog Reunited with Owner Eight Years After Being Stolen
A woman in Bossier City was recently filled with joy and relief after being reunited with her long-lost dog at the Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana (HSNWLA). HSNWLA shared the heartwarming story in May on their social media pages, describing it as “an absolute miracle.”. Nearly eight years had...
Shreveport Park completes improvements: new pavilion, picnic tables, and more
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation says Shreveport’s 10-acre park has significantly transformed. Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation (“Caddo Parks”) says P.B.S. Pinchback Park has become a favorite in West Shreveport, known for its diverse range of outdoor amenities. According to their website, P.B.S. Pinchback...
50 Cent's Humor & Harmony Festival in Shreveport gets go-ahead for alcohol permits
A resolution to waive the Shreveport Code of Ordinances related to hours of operation for special event temporary alcohol permits for 50 Cent's Humor & Harmony Festival was passed by the Shreveport City Council at Tuesday's session. The council voted unanimously to waive subsection (b) of 10-177 from Aug. 8-11 for the...
Community legal clinics set for August
SHREVEPORT, La. - Got legal questions? Volunteers for Youth Justice-My Community Cares has teamed with the Shreveport Bar Foundation to bring another legal clinic to the community. Attorney Mary Winchell will provide information that will cover domestic violence and family law, public benefits, housing, and consumer health and protection. If...
Jeffrey Holt, MD, joins Willis Knighton Pierremont Cardiology
Jeff Holt, MD, FACC, FSCAI, has joined Willis Knighton Pierremont Cardiology, part of the Willis Knighton. Physician Network. His office will be located at 1811 E. Bert Kouns, Suite 210, at Willis Knighton Pierremont,. where he will offer heart diagnostics and treatment procedures including transesophageal echocardiogram. (TEE), echo, nuclear, diagnostic...
Claiborne Parish School Board seeking qualified candidates
Claiborne Parish School Board is seeking a qualified applicant for the following position:. Applications may be obtained from the Claiborne Parish School Board website: www.claibornepsb.org. Please email copies of any credentials to cpsbapplications@cpsb.us or mail them to: Claiborne Parish School Board, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 600, Homer, LA 71040.
Local church brings community together for worship through song and praise
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)-Pleasant Hill Baptist Church is set to host “Bringing Back the Sound IV: His Glory,” a vibrant community event celebrating unity and worship through music. The event will occur on July 28th at 4:00 PM at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, located at 4670 Lakeshore Drive. The...
The Hotel Monroe 85% complete, KNOE’s first look inside
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - We took our viewers inside a historic restoration in downtown Monroe. Construction crews are putting the final touches on The Hotel Monroe. With a 24-month build-out and being 18 months into the project, the hotel on Walnut Street is 85% complete. “The rooms are ready on...
Diamond Youth Baseball World Series to compete in Bossier City
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) –The Diamond Youth Baseball (DYB) World Series is set to attract many talented youth baseball players and their families nationwide to Bossier City. On Saturday, July 25 – 31, 22, DYB teams and their families will attend the competition, supporting local businesses, dining, and hotels....
Woods appointed as replacement for Hickman on DeRidder Council
Monte Mary Johnson Woods was unanimously appointed the District 2 Councilmember at the DeRidder City Council meeting this week. The District 2 seat became vacant after former Councilmember Artemese Hickman stepped down earlier this month. Woods was nominated by Councilmember John Marcello, District 3. He said Woods was Hickman’s recommendation. As a lifelong DeRidder resident […]
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