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Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy – Louisiana Stores to Close
Furniture and appliance shoppers in cities such as Lake Charles, Lafayette, Alexandria, Shreveport, Baton Rouge, Monroe, Port Allen, and the Greater New Orleans area might soon find themselves with one less option when it comes to furnishing and outfitting their homes. A one-time leader in the furniture and appliance industry has officially confirmed it has filed for bankruptcy protection as of this past Tuesday.
Buckeye native and retired major general inducted to La. Guard Hall of Fame
PINEVILLE, La. – Retired Army Maj. Gen. Glenn H. Curtis was joined by his family, close friends and service members as they celebrated his induction into the Louisiana National Guard Hall of Fame during an official ceremony at Louisiana National Guard Training Center Pineville, Louisiana, July 13. The LANG...
Mississippi man found shot to death in vehicle in Louisiana
KENTWOOD, La. (WLBT) – A Mississippi man was found dead inside a vehicle in Louisiana on Saturday. A press release says that around 8:30 a.m., the Kentwood Police Department received a medical emergency call. According to the release, the caller reported seeing a man slumped over in a vehicle...
Policy changes in voting law, education, and juvenile code underscored by state reps
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—A group of Louisiana lawmakers wants people to be aware of the decisions being made in Baton Rouge. On Thursday, they held a public meeting at the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum to inform their constituents and lay out the changes people can expect. “There will be some...
Louisiana Tech unveil new video board at Joe Aillet Stadium
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Fans and donors gathered to watch the unveiling and use of a new video board inside Joe Aillet stadium, home of the Louisiana Tech football team. The showing had graphic displays and highlight videos which will be used during the season. Head coach Sonny Cumbie and athletic director Ryan Ivey are both excited for its use during the football season.
2024 GF Media Day Preview: Jonesboro Hodge (Jonesboro, LA)
Jonesboro Hodge High School head coach Terrance Blankenship has been a veteran of the coaching game up in North Louisiana and is one of the longest active head coaches with one school in the state as he enters year number 13 leading the Tigers. For Coach Blankenship, it is business as usual just like every other season.
50 Cent and Keith Sweat Engage in Fiery Exchange
50 Cent and Keith Sweat had engaged in a fiery exchange over the singer's scheduled appearance at 50's Humor & Harmony Weekend and Keith's upcoming New York City event. 50 Cent and Keith Sweat got into a heated argument on Instagram over the singer's scheduled appearance at 50's Humor & Harmony Weekend event in Shreveport, Louisiana on Aug. 8-11. Sweat is supposed to perform at the 50 Cent & Friends Concert on Aug. 10, but it might not happen now.
Charter school for kids with ASD opens in Monroe
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - After 3 years, a charter school for children with Autism is officially opening in Monroe. The Academy of Collaboration Education hosted a ribbon cutting and open house, the evening of July 27. “As parents we’d do anything for our kids, we would die for them and...
Town of Jonesboro announces Utility Bills now can be paid with Debit/Credit Cards
When J. “Spike” Harris ran for office of Mayor of Jonesboro, one promise he made to residents was that he would strive to move the town forward in the many areas that needed attention. Since the Town of Jonesboro has seen major advances in critical areas such as...
J-H Elementary School Cheerleading takes top honors at UCA Cheer Camp
Participating in their second only UCA Cheer Camp, the Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary Cheerleading Squad took top honors, including winning First Place in the Elementary Division Dance & Cheer competition and being named Most Improved. Additional UCA Camp honors earned were:. Day 1: Spirit Stick. Day 2: Blue Ribbon and Pin It...
Steward Health Care Faces Restructuring Troubles
According to their press release on their official website this past May, Steward Health Care has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the Southern District of Texas as part of their restructuring process. The company is the largest physician-led hospital operator in the U.S., and now must begin finalizing a financing deal with Medical Properties Trust. This proposed deal includes $75 million in initial funding and up to $225 million more under certain conditions.
Facing $15 million deficit, UNO will cut positions, lay off staff and close buildings
Faced with a $15 million deficit brought on by years of declining enrollment, University of New Orleans president Kathy Johnson issued a tall order to administrators this spring: Cut each school's budget by 15%, and slash the athletic department's by 25%. Enrollment at UNO has plummeted over the past two...
Tiger backup quarterback named latest LSU football “Freak of the Week”
With fall camp being just around the corner, LSU football most recently named backup quarterback Rickie Collins as the latest “Freak of the Week,” honoring his efforts throughout summer conditioning. LSU football backup quarterback Rickie Collins honored as latest “Freak of the Week”. The future is bright...
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