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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, […]
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...
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...
State Representative expresses concerns about new owners of Glenwood Regional Medical Center
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–With the sale of Glenwood Regional Medical Center people in the area are hopeful that American Healthcare Systems will do a better job managing it. Two community leaders are hoping that the new owners of Glenwood can turn around the story of the hospital that was plagued with mismanagement, lack […]
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...
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