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Grambling State University paves the way with Louisiana’s first Digital Library; how does it work?
GRAMBLING, La. (KTVE/KARD) – This year, Grambling State University became the first Historically Black University (HBCU) and the first university in Louisiana to have a Digital Library. The library comprises various study spaces, history murals, and several computers that give students access to global knowledge. The addition of the...
Three areas in Atlantic being monitored for potential tropical development
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is keeping its eyes on a few disturbances for potential tropical development, but it’s the one swirling a few hundred miles east of the Lesser Antilles in the Atlantic that is the primary focus for forecasters.
Louisiana Flash Flood Watch: Heavy Rain Threatens I-10/12 Corridor
New Orleans, LA – A flood watch remains in effect for southern Louisiana as heavy rainfall continues to threaten the region. The National Weather Service issued a warning for potential flash flooding along and south of the I-10/12 corridor, extending through the weekend. According to the National Weather Service,...
Abbeville Mayor White says Rails to Trails is a non-issue because tracks not abandoned
Abbeville Mayor Roslyn White worked hard to persuade over 60 people who oppose the Rails to Trails project that it won’t happen for several years, if it ever happens. She also assured them that she had no intention of allowing the government to seize private land along the railroad for public use.
McNeese Vs Southern – Block Party, Ticket & Game Day Parking Details
What a way to kick off the 2024-25 football season! We got some real gridiron action taking place in Cowboy Stadium just in time for Labor Day weekend. It's a good one too! The stage is set for McNeese State University to take on Southern University and A&M College A&M for the fourth time since 2004.
1 Thing the New Orleans Pelicans must learn from the CJ McCollum trade
NBA roster building is a tricky business. No matter how great a trade, draft pick, or free acquisition appears at first, there's always a chance that it doesn't pan out the way that the organization expects. Recently, there have been plenty of examples of "slam dunk" moves that didn't actually work out.
The winner of the Hahnville-Fontainebleau jamboree dominated in the trenches
Fontainebleau’s jamboree against Hahnville on Aug. 29 was a struggle for the home team. The Bulldogs turned the ball over three times and gained less than 70 yards of total offense as the Tigers won 27-0 at the Dawg Pound. The good news for Fontainebleau is that the game...
Bridge's history of race crimes resurfaces after dedication to Vietnam War hero
A bridge renamed after a local war hero harbors a nearly century old dark past. Two young Black men were hanged for alleged crimes, and one lived to tell the tale. A crowd of nearly 50 people gathered Aug. 11 to celebrate the renaming of a bridge in honor of a distinguished Navy war hero, Glenn H. Daigle, who grew up in the town of Labadieville. Unbeknownst to all in attendance, 91 years ago the bridge was the site of two lynchings that left one 16-year-old dead, with a terrorizing message hanging from his feet for all to see.
Nine people died when tornado hit Louisiana church fair. Descendants memorialize tragedy century later.
The citizens of Vacherie had been praying for rain. And around 3 p.m. on August 24, 1924, it appeared their prayers had been answered. “It had been a drought for like three months or longer,” said David Hubbell, a descendent of those in Vacherie that day. “All of a sudden, the clouds came out … but then it started getting really bad. Bad wind and rain.”
$2 million permit issued for old Travelodge Hotel. Here's what else is under construction.
Building permits for the city of Lafayette, Aug. 21-27: HOTEL: 1101 W. Pinhook Road, description, renovations and additions to Travelodge that includes pool area improvements, landscaping and HVAC updates; applicant and contractor, Architects Beazley Moliere; $2 million. SCHOOL: 1301 W. University Ave., description, improvements to vestibule at Lafayette Middle School;...
Mega Millions Winner: Louisiana Lottery Confirms Friday’s Big Win
This is the weekend that people in Louisiana have been talking about since January. It doesn't matter where you have the conversation. It could be on the beach at Grand Isle, in the exercise yard with the girls in St. Gabriel, or sitting quietly spinning fidgets in Pineville or Jackson, at some point college football will be discussed.
Referee shortage could lead to prep football game cancellations
“So if you look at the population of the New Orleans area–Jefferson Parish, Orleans, and the Northshore–it’s only 160 people officiating high school football,” Eddie Allemore, assigner for the New Orleans Football Officials Association, said.
Nicholls siblings inspire, push one another through sports
This season will be super special for Nicholls defensive back Tyler Morton. On one hand, Morton is a sensational player who is both a Preseason All-American and also Preseason All-Southland Conference, a player who realistically can play himself into a spot at the professional level this fall. But on the...
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