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Northside hires familiar face to take over its boys basketball program
The Northside boys basketball program will be led by a familiar face this upcoming season, after rehiring Ross Rix to be their head coach. Rix, who had spent the past two seasons at JS Clark serving in the same capacity as well as the Bulldogs' athletic director, was the Vikings head coach from 2014-18.
Donaldsonville elementary school teacher receives opportunity to attend growth program with national institute
DONALDSONVILLE - A local elementary school teacher is one of just 12 educators selected to attend a one-year program to deepen their knowledge of supporting students and faculty in and around their districts. Jessica Ockman works at Donaldsonville Primary School. She and 11 other educators from around the country will...
‘The Ladies Man’ to Make Appearance in Lafayette in September
Lafayette Comedy continues to bring some of the biggest names in stand-up comedy and they've a good one coming to town in September as Tim Meadows will be performing a couple of shows. The comedian-actor will be appearing at Club 337 in the Doubletree Hotel in Lafayette on Saturday, September...
The Truth About the Six-Foot Shark Caught in Red River
A couple weeks ago, from July 7-13, Discovery Channel celebrated their annual "Shark Week" and again this year, millions of Americans tuned in. This year's celebration was wildly successful and according to thefutoncritic.com firmly ranked the network #1 in primetime in key demographics for the week. With our obvious attraction...
Urban Air Adventure Park In Lake Charles Is Hiring!
The grand opening celebration of Urban Air Adventure Park Lake Charles (4070), located next door to Planet Fitness across from MSU, is just around the corner. As they put the final touches on this fantastic new complex, they're hiring a new SWLA Urban Air Adventure team. Are you interested in...
Larose Memorial Chapel Opens Its Doors
Larose resident, Pat Brady's vision, has come to life with the grand opening of Larose Memorial Chapel. The chapel, built to honor the victims of the devastating tornado that struck Larose on October 3, 1964, is now welcoming visitors. Brady, inspired by the shortage of chapels in Louisiana, embarked on...
Water valve leak raises concerns for neighbors amid call for conservation
Conserving water—it’s crucial especially during summer when heat and drought are at their worst. But residents are saying that’s not the case after a water valve leak has been going on for weeks.
Construction on 46-unit Mid-City Lofts begins next month
Construction will begin on the Mid-City Lofts on Aug. 15. The 46-unit, three-story mid-rise in Lake Charles will be located directly adjacent to Lloyd Oaks public housing site and will serve as the first phase of the Mid-City Choice Neighborhoods Transformation. Mid-City Lofts is a mixed-income development designed with a community space, fitness center and […]
Texas man arrested on Attempted Murder charges in Terrebonne Parish
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the arrest of a Humble, Texas man in connection with a July 9th shooting in the 300 block of Patrick Drive in Schriever, La. Authorities arrested Keith David Joseph, 45, of Humble, Tx, who is facing charges of Attempted Second Degree Murder in connection with the incident.
New manufacturing plant may bring growth to St. Landry Parish
The new 100,000-square-foot facility coming to the Town of Washington is expected to bring in nearly 300 new jobs to St. Landry Parish, from construction of the plant to the full-time positions available at the facility.
Baton Rouge apartment complex sells for $3M
The 220-unit Bella of Baton Rouge Apartments on Boulevard De Province has sold for $3 million, according to sales documents filed Monday with the East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court’s office. Bella of Baton Rouge Apartments LLC, represented by Arthur Kantorovich, purchased the property from RSS WFCM2015-SG1- LA...
EBR Mayor Pro Tem Lamont Cole intends to apply for EBR Schools superintendent position
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - After months of tumultuous debate, the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board says it will finally hire a new superintendent Wednesday. And, in recent days, the name of one particular person continued to pop up in political circles as the board’s likely choice for that top job.
What Louisiana City Has Most DWI Arrests?
SHREVEPORT, LA – I recently heard some shocking stats about drunk driving in Louisiana and I have been wondering why Shreveport leads this dangerous category by such a wide margin. You be the judge of what the numbers show. Shreveport Police made 625 DWI arrests in 2023 and there...
Flood Watches Posted for Louisiana – More ‘Excessive Rain’ Likely
Forecasters with the National Weather Service have placed much of Louisiana at substantial risk for excessive rain and associated street flooding later today. A stagnant weather pattern has prevailed over Louisiana for a little more than a week now. During the past ten days, the Lafayette airport has reported measurable precipitation on eight of them. Today looks to be no different.
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