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A Panda Express, a big Southern Trace renovation: See what's under construction in Shreveport
The monthly permits issued by the Permits and Inspections division of the City of Shreveport approved projects ranging from soup to nuts. Let's take a look. In the midst of all the demolitions the city's Property Standards division is having to help oversee on substandard and unlivable apartment complexes, Property Standards is still finding the bandwidth to award bids to demolish free standing residential houses.
Job applications now accepted for Shreveport Amazon facility
SHREVEPORT, La. - The time is now to apply for one of Amazon's new positions at the Shreveport location. Applicants must pass a background check and a drug screening, and do not need prior experience or a resume. Amazon will train workers to learn everything they need to know to...
Kiroli Park to get tennis courts improvements, new pickleball court
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Kiroli Park in West Monroe is getting some major improvements to some of the recreational areas that are popular among park goers. NBC News 10’s Joel Massey has more on the projects that were a long time in coming. The tennis courts at Kiroli park are getting a facelift. They […]
2 Shreveport buildings get new lives: See plans for Fairfield Building and former school
It's all done but finalizing the financing package, working out the architectural details, filing for historic tax credits, getting permits and other permissions and launching construction … Which is to say it's actually a pretty long way from done. But even with the myriad of details of two significant historic building conversions in front of him, Wednesday was a good day for Jeff Glover, a partner in the MGM Development Group of West Monroe.
Shreveport Has A Higher Population Than These 24 State Capitals
In the past, we've talked about how much bigger the city of Shreveport physically is than many major metro areas in the US. If you don't recall, Shreveport physically measures 123 square miles, which is larger than Pittsburgh, Boston, Miami, Baltimore, and Seattle (among others). That physical size is likely the biggest reason why Shreveport struggles to keep city infrastructure taken care of. When there's more road, sewer, street lights, and space to pay for than a city like Orlando, and you have far less people to fund it with taxes, you simply can't afford what you have.
2024 Freedom Fest Finale fireworks recap with Rick Rowe
SHREVEPORT, La. - If you missed Thursday night's Freedom Fest Finale fireworks display, you missed quite a show. KTBS 3's Rick Rowe gives us a bird's-eye view of the downtown area with a little help from his drone. The fireworks finale was sponsored by Brookshire's Grocery Co., Hebert's Town and...
Arkansas Town Caught in Manhunt Drama Ends with Arrest
Stacy Lee Drake, 50, was arrested in Roland, Arkansas after an exhaustive search; he faces two murder charges and one robbery charge in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma, and an additional murder charge in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Drake's extensive criminal history includes multiple murder charges across different states. The manhunt intensified in Roland...
‘Special Stars’: Special Olympians honored during Fourth of July event
NATCHEZ — During July 4 activities on the Natchez Bluff Thursday, Mayor Dan Gibson and other city officials recognized the local athletes in the Special Olympics who went all the way to compete in state competitions at the Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi. One of them, Shaquille Williams who could not make it to […] The post ‘Special Stars’: Special Olympians honored during Fourth of July event appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Officials seek to improve financial order, public safety for Ferriday
FERRIDAY, La. — For newly elected mayor Alvin Garrison, a brighter future for the Town of Ferriday means “putting Ferriday back to the way it used to be.” That means working to see that “citizens are safe, bills are paid on time and fiscal and financial management is back in place,” Garrison said. Garrison, who […] The post Officials seek to improve financial order, public safety for Ferriday appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Olivia Dunne Fired Back At Team USA’s Olympic Snub With Blooper Compilation Of Hilarious Fails
Olivia Dunne did not receive an invitation to join Team USA at the Olympics. LSU’s star gymnast was not selected to compete in Paris next month. She was snubbed! Dunne, who just wrapped up her senior year in Baton Rouge, is still deciding whether she will return to college for her fifth and final season […] The post Olivia Dunne Fired Back At Team USA’s Olympic Snub With Blooper Compilation Of Hilarious Fails appeared first on BroBible.
Lake St. John Flotilla brings community together on Saturday
FERRIDAY, La. — The Lake St. John Flotilla, a 32-year tradition that falls on the weekend after Independence Day, will once again bring the community together for a parade of fun-decorated boats and fireworks this Saturday, July 6. The flotilla starts at 2 p.m. at the north end of the lake with a blessing of […] The post Lake St. John Flotilla brings community together on Saturday appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Recent high school graduates visit SWLA as a part of American Exchange Project
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The American Exchange Project is a way for recent high school graduates to travel to different cities in the country for free. Students visit 57 different places across the U.S. in the project. All week long, six students are here to experience Southwest Louisiana culture.
As temperatures soar, judge tells Louisiana to help protect prisoners working in fields
Amid blistering summer temperatures, a federal judge ordered Louisiana to take steps to protect the health and safety of incarcerated workers toiling in the fields of a former slave plantation, saying they face “substantial risk of injury or death.” The state immediately appealed the decision. U.S. District Judge Brian Jackson issued a temporary restraining order […]
Sydney Berzon named LSWA Pitcher of the Year
After a fantastic sophomore season at LSU, softball’s Sydney Berzon has been named the Louisiana Sports Writers Association Pitcher of the Year in the state. Berzon was also an All-American this season and last, finishing 2024 with a 20-9 record and 1.78 ERA while striking out 185 batters. Her play also earned her First Team All-Louisiana honors for the second year in a row. She’s joined on the First Team by shortstop Taylor Pleasants, outfielder Ciara Briggs and utlitily Kelley Lynch. On the Second Team, outfielder Ali Newland was the only Tiger who made the cut though Raeleen Gutierrez earned...
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