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Carthage’s Hooper brings home $15,000 over 4 rodeos
HAMEL, Minn. (KLTV) - Carthage native Tilden Hooper had a good weekend, including a first place finish in Minnesota, to take home over $15,000. Hooper started off with the Rooftop Rodeo in Estes Park, Colorado. He finished in second place on a horse named Apple Pie with a score of 81 to win $3,755. At the Hamel Rodeo & Bull Ridin’ Bonanza in Hamel, Minnesota, Hooper brought home the top prize on a horse named All Pink with a score of 89 to earn himself $5,217. Hooper continued the good run at Cattlemen’s Days Inc. in Gunnison, Colorado. He scored an 85 to finish second and win $2,452. Finally, at the Silver State Stampede in Elko, Nevada, Hooper scored an 88 for another second place finish and $3,648. Over the four rodeos, Hooper earned $15,072.
NWS looks ahead after 13 reported tornadoes in East Texas
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – The Shreveport National Weather Service reported record-breaking severe weather events after last Monday’s tropical storm that impacted several East Texas counties. “The 13 tornadoes that we got across East Texas were actually part of a bigger outbreak when Tropical Storm Beryl moved across the...
Another Texarkana Mobile Pack To Feed Hungry Kids Is August 9-10
It's almost time for a Tacos 4 Life Mobile Pack, I used to try and keep track of how many they have done, but I've completely lost count, so let's just say "another one" here in Texarkana. Are you ready to help feed hungry kids?. Volunteers are needed to sign...
One dead after shootout at family gathering near elementary school in Shreveport
One person is dead after a shooting at a family gathering in central Shreveport near the campus of the now-closed Werner Park Elementary School. Police responded to reports of shots fired in the vicinity of Westover Road and Velva Street, and learned that a family gathering had been taking place near the intersection before the shooting. One victim was transported to the hospital in a private vehicle, where they were pronounced dead, police said.
Man arrested for reportedly shooting woman on Werner Ave.
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport police responded to reports of a shooting just before 10:30 p.m. on Monday, July 15. The incident happened in the 4900 block of Werner Avenue. Officials say a female victim was suffering from a gunshot wound and was taken to a hospital by a private...
Texarkana health center offering physicals, vaccines for kids ahead of back-to-school
TEXARKANA, Texas (KSLA) - The Bowie County Family Health Center is partnering with Special Health Resources Texarkana Care Clinic to host a back-to-school event focused on health. On Tuesday, July 30, children’s physicals will be offered for $15 per child and vaccines will be available for children 18 and younger....
Man found guilty of capital murder in double homicide
CHEROKEE COUNTY – Our news partners at KETK report that a man was found guilty on Monday of capital murder in the deaths of two people who were shot after a trail ride in Cherokee County. According to the district attorney’s office, a witness testified that Devon Harris, of Shreveport, La., was driving back to Louisiana from a trail ride in Cherokee County with friends when they began arguing. Harris, also known as “Nooney Bugg,” pulled the car over on Highway 79 North near Rusk County, officials said, before he grabbed a pistol and shot both Ronnie Pearson, 20, and Jakari Hogan, 23.
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport holding Back to School Bash
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport is hosting a Back to School Bash ahead of the 2024 school year. Attendees will get a free backpack with school supplies. Organizations will also be present, providing child safety checks, school stress relief, mental health information for children, healthy snack ideas and more.
Movie Based In East Texas Becomes A Surprise Hit At The Box Office
A Film Inspired By An Uplifting True Story That Happened In Shelby County Texas Has Become A Surprise Hit At The Box Office This Summer. Inspired by the powerful true story, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, follows Donna and Reverend Martin as they ignite a fire in the hearts of their rural church to embrace kids in the foster system that nobody else would take.
Study Warns: ‘Toxic Compounds’ Found in Sun-Exposed Plastic Bottles
Louisiana folks already have a hard time keeping cool in the summertime, and now we have to worry that our bottled water might be unsafe to drink. We have all forgotten our water bottles in the car on a hot summer day at some point. If you leave them in your car or in the sun long enough, you may have noticed that they have a strange chemical-like aftertaste. Scientists have been warning us that chemicals 'linked to hormonal imbalances' such as BPA can contaminate the liquid inside the bottle.
Beloved Chinese Restaurant In Lufkin Receives 37 Violations
If you wonder who ensures all our area restaurants are clean and up to code, that is the Angelina County and Cities Health District's responsibility. According to the Lufkin Daily News, a Lufkin favorite was closed down a few months ago, and now we know why. The Angelina County and...
East Texas family converts recycled shipping containers into affordable housing
TYLER, Texas — Rent prices are climbing along with everything else, thanks to inflation. That's why an East Texas family is getting creative drawing up plans for new, affordable housing. Dee Hanks is the co-owner of Hanks Properties. He tells CBS19, "I can't think of a place in America...
Methodist Hospital ranks No. 1 in San Antonio, No. 18 in Texas on U.S. News & World Report list
Methodist Hospital was named the best hospital in San Antonio in new U.S. News & World Report rankings. The publication evaluated nearly 5,000 hospitals across the country and ranked them by state, region, and metro area. Hospitals are also ranked according to frequently treated procedures and conditions. Methodist Hospital was...
Texas Land commissioner recruits San Antonio Missions’ players for severe weather preparation video series
SAN ANTONIO – The Texas General Land Office joined forces with several marquee players from the San Antonio Missions’ AA baseball team for a series of presentations on how to prepare for severe weather. Some heavy hitters pitching into the campaign include Spurs Chairman Peter Holt and pitchers...
32-acre Christmas park opening in Stonewall in November
STONEWALL, La. -- A 32-acre holiday park offering what's being called an "immersive Christmas experience" will open this fall in Stonewall. Lumiere Events co-owner Perry Thompson officially announced plans for the $2 million project Tuesday morning. His plans were already the talk of the community following his involvement in lighting the world's largest Christmas tree structure in conjunction with the DeSoto Parish Sheriff's Office last year.
Haughton Student Chosen as District Winner for DARE Essay of the Year Contest
Captain Doug Lauter recently presented a $100.00 check to Aiden Williams at the Viking Drive Substation for being chosen as the DARE Essay of the Year winner in the Northwest District. Deputy Brandon Dunn, the SRO at Haughton Elementary School, entered the 5th-grade-student’s essay in as a 2024 L.D.O.A. (Louisiana D.A.R.E. Officer’s Association) D.A.R.E. Essay of The Year Nominee.
Longview ISD receives grant funds to purchase 20 electric school buses
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) - Longview ISD was approved for two federal grants to purchase a fleet of electric school buses. At Monday’s board meeting, LISD trustees voted to allow transportation employees to search for a vendor and begin research into implementing the Clean Bus Electrification Project. The district was...
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