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Governor Landry Announces New Appointment to the LSU Board of Supervisors
Today, Governor Jeff Landry announced the appointment of Blaise Zuschlag to the LSU Board of Supervisors. Blaise will finish the remainder of his father’s term, Richard Zuschlag, who passed away in June. “Richard Zuschlag lived a life dedicated to serving his state. From starting Acadian Companies to his many...
House Speaker Mike Johnson shares re-election plans for Ouachita Parish during visit
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) stopped by the University of Louisiana at Monroe's Clark Williams Technology Success Center during a visit to Monroe on Thursday, sharing his vision for the state if re-elected to represent Louisiana's 4th congressional district in Washington, D.C. Johnson, who is the first Speaker...
Sen. Cassidy column: We owe our veterans the best care we can deliver
In July, New Orleans hosted the 43rd National Veteran Wheelchair Games organized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Paralyzed Veterans of America. As I participated in the games’ ceremonies, I saw the magic of rehabilitation coupled with faith for our wounded veterans. But it’s not just physical scars our veterans need […]
Haughton football forced to move season opener against Homer
Haughton High School, originally scheduled to host Homer in the season opener, has moved the game to Airline High School. The contest will still kick off Friday at 7 p.m. The Buccaneers’ new artificial turf field will not be ready in time for the Pelicans’ game, but head coach Matthew Sewell says there should be no issues for the team’s second home game, set for Sept. 20 against District 1-5A rival Parkway.
Bossier Deputies take school bus ride along to prevent traffic violations
Bossier Parish School buses this year will occasionally have an extra passenger — sheriff's office deputies plan to ride along with students in hope of making the drives to and from school a little safer. Bossier Sheriff's deputies will now be riding on school buses on some morning and...
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...
Monroe-West Monroe Restaurant Week Specials Announced
WEST-MONROE, MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)– From September 9, 2024, to September 15, 2024, Discover Monroe-West Monroe will host the second annual MWM Restaurant Week. According to officials, this celebration is designed to highlight the restaurant culture and local food scene in Ouachita parish. Locally owned restaurants will offer fixed-price menu options and Lunch & brunch options […]
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs. Grambling Tigers: How to watch college football online, TV channel, live stream info, start time
Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) The Grambling Tigers will hit the road to start this year's campaign against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns. Kickoff is scheduled at 8:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at Cajun Field. Saturday's contest might be decided in the trenches. Louisiana was unstoppable...
Steward, Medical Properties Trust agree on hospital deal; impact on Glenwood unclear
WEST MONROE, La. (KNOE) - In a new twist to the Steward Health Care bankruptcy, it was announced in court that Medical Properties Trust (MPT) and Steward have agreed to a framework to take over operations for a group of Steward’s hospitals. The hospitals in question are what’s considered...
National Cutting Horse Association Cotton Stakes event to take place in West Monroe from Sunday, September 1st to Sunday, September 7th
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — From Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, to Sunday, Sept. 7, 2024, the National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) Cotton Stakes event will occur at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center on 501 Mane St. City officials have projected that the NCHA Cotton Stakes event will significantly boost the local economy, estimating an influx […]
A Dangerous New Gang Nobody Has Heard of is Creeping into Texas
Two weeks ago, the name Tren De Aragua was completely foreign to most Americans. Today, the name of the violent Venezuelan gang is now known nationwide due to their recent takeover of an apartment complex in Aurora, Colorado. And terrifyingly enough, officials say that they have seen large groups of Tren de Aragua making entry into the state of Texas via the corridor in El Paso.
Marshall’s Williams hauls in touchdown in TCU win
PALO ALTO, Calif. (KLTV) - Former Marshall Maverick Savion Williams caught 11 passes in TCU’s 34-27 win over Stanford on Friday. Stanford got the ball first and took a 7-0 lead. On TCU’s first drive, Williams caught a 12-yard pass from quarterback Josh Hoover to begin the drive. Hoover found Williams again on a second down and nine for a 17-yard pickup. On a first and 10 at the Stanford 29-yard line, Hoover connected with Williams for no gain, and on the next play hit Williams again for a five-yard pickup. Williams grabbed his fifth pass of the drive on a five yard pass from Hoover to tie the game at seven with 1:16 left in the first quarter.
Here’s why North Caddo football coach Chase Thompson had a memorable Labor Day weekend
North Caddo football coach Chase Thompson had a pretty good Labor Day weekend. His Titans performed well in two varsity drives Friday night in a jamboree matchup with Green Oaks before a storm hit, ending the night’s work with North Caddo outscoring the visitors 12-0. ...
Two LSUS professors to lecture for Smithsonian Institution museums
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Two LSU Shreveport professors are scheduled to give lectures through Smithsonian Institution museums. The connection between LSU Shreveport and the Smithsonian formed after a local talk given about six years ago by Dr. Alexander Mikaberidze. “A lady came up to me after an event and...
NSU ROTC holds activation ceremony for 75th Demon Battalion
Northwestern State University’s Department of Military Science conducted an activation ceremony for the 75th Demon Battalion Thursday, Aug. 29. The military tradition allows the commander to assess the readiness and discipline of the unit and commemorates the unit’s history and lineage. ROTC’s curriculum and training ensures cadets’ scholastic, athletic and leadership abilities are developed and tested, preparing each for their career paths.
Longtime, historic politician, attorney to lie in honor at Strand Theatre in Shreveport
A longtime and historic Caddo Parish politician will lie in honor at the Strand Theatre Friday before his funeral services are held there Saturday. Good Samaritan Funeral Home announced funeral arrangements this week for Willie James Singleton. Singleton was the first African American to run for mayor of Shreveport, as well as a Caddo Parish police juror and state legislator.
Louisiana Bar Foundation, Louisiana Pharmacists Association appoint board members
The Louisiana Bar Foundation recently installed its board of directors for 2024-25. Retired Ninth Judicial District Judge John C. Davidson, of Alexandria, is president. Davidson was elected as a district judge in 2004 and retired in September 2023. He began his private practice in New Orleans, working in the areas of complex commercial litigation and bankruptcy. Davidson moved to Alexandria in 1992 and continued his practice in the areas of commercial litigation, general defense work, personal injury and domestic law. He earned his law degree from the LSU Law Center, where he was order of the coif and a member of Louisiana Law Review.
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