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Tax rate may go down, but taxpayers may pay more
In the advanced mathematics of City Finance 101, increasing property values means cities and other entities can lower their tax rate and collect the same amount of revenue – or more. That doesn’t necessarily translate to a break for taxpayers. Gladewater council members are working with City Hall...
Texarkana bookkeeper arrested for alleged $700k embezzlement
TEXARKANA, Texas (KETK) — A woman has been arrested for stealing more than half a million dollars from a local business, according to the Texarkana Police Department. Officials said they were notified by a local business around mid-2023 that their accounting firm reportedly discovered financial discrepancies and suspected Melissa Egger, 45 of Texarkana. Egger reportedly […]
On This Day: Former LSU Tiger, one of the first NFL players to hail from Shreveport, dies
Before a six-year professional football career included stops in Washington, Green Bay, Philadelphia and Chicago, Dan Sandifer prepped at Byrd High School and played college ball at LSU. On this day 37 years ago, Sandifer, a rookie record-setter in the NFL, died at the age of 60. “He was a...
Arkansas Electric Cooperative to build 900-MW gas plant in Texas
Little Rock-based generation and transmission cooperative Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corp. (AECC) plans to build a 900-megawatt natural gas-fired power plant on about 100 acres in Morris County, Texas, near Naples. Construction of the two-turbine, simple-cycle gas plant is set to begin in summer 2026. It’s planned to start operations by...
50 Cent Revitalizing Shreveport With Housing & Youth Mentoring Initiatives In Ambitious Three-Phase Plan
50 Cent is gearing up to implement the next steps of his three-phase plan to invest in the community and people of Shreveport. 50 Cent is making good on his plans to transform Shreveport, continuing his three-phase plan to invest in the city following the success of his Humor and Harmony Festival.
Louisiana TV Anchor Cleared of Child Solicitation Allegations
Each of Louisiana's largest cities has a television station that serves that community. In larger cities such as New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Alexandria, Monroe, and Lake Charles there are multiple television outlets that serve not only the information needs of those communities but they provide a free source of entertainment as well.
Apply For The Southwest Louisiana $3,000 Small Business Grant Giveaway
What would you do with an extra $3,000? If you own a small business I'm sure you could think of 3,000 ways to put that money to good use. You can never have enough cash flow. Right? Owning a business is hard because there are so many expenses. Small businesses are constantly dealing with a lack of resources, and cash flow.
Smart thermostats available for 1 cent through limited-time Entergy promotion
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - For a limited time, Entergy Louisiana is offering customers a way to reduce their energy consumption and their utility bill for only a penny. According to Entergy Louisiana, customers can get select smart thermostats for one penny, with shipping and taxes included, through Monday, Sept. 2.
Sheila Paddy Is This Week’s Caught in the Act Recipient
It's one thing to be an exemplary employee, but when the job deals with America's Veterans and others notice how much you care, you certainly qualify as a hero!. Such is the case with Sheila Paddy. We learned of this incredible woman in her nomination letter from friend and co-worker,...
32-Acre Holiday Park Opening in Louisiana This November
Just so you know, we are very aware of the irony of presenting this story to you on a day when the entire state of Louisiana is under either a Heat Advisory or an Excessive Heat Warning. We get it, usually heat index temperatures of 115 degrees Fahrenheit don't usually show up in stories about Christmas lights and holiday celebrations.
Dinner Bell for August 21, 2024
Alliance Bank was chartered as “Sulphur Springs State Bank” (the “Bank”) on June 13, 2027. The Bank turned a profit in 1927and has accomplished this every year since that date; ninety-six contin ual years! The bank building at Main and Gilmer was ruined by a fire in 1934 causing the Bank to move to its present location on the North side of the Square.
Angel Lagoon in Dayton opening on Aug. 30
The Lagoon Development Company, a prominent full-service developer specializing in large-scale lagoons, today announces the grand opening of Angel Lagoon on August 30, 2024. Located at 15 River Ranch Blvd., Dayton, Angel Lagoon sprawls across 40 acres, offering pristine white sand beaches, countless waterfront activities, and a multitude of dining opportunities.
UT Health Tyler among nation’s top performing hospitals in treatment of heart attack patients
UT Health Tyler has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2024. UT Health Tyler is one of only 259 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor. The award recognizes UT Health Tyler’s commitment and success in implementing a...
Wildfire claimed 800 homes as Jasper faces $283M in property losses
The town of Jasper says early numbers indicate last month’s wildfires destroyed $283 million worth of property. The town also reports that while 358 structures were destroyed, mostly businesses and homes, the total number of housing units lost is about 800. The figures were delivered to councillors by chief...
Wildfires on the rise, Texas National Guard comes to help
ABILENE, Texas — The Texas National Guard is at the Abilene Regional Airport. The Texas National Guard is here to help put out wildfires in nearby areas. Much like the airtankers, these helicopters are here to help the firefighters on the ground slow the spread of the fires. “We...
10-month-old dies after being left in vehicle
A 10-month-old baby girl has died after being left in a hot car Tuesday in Jennings. Jennings Police Chief Danny Semmes says the girl’s mother was unexpectedly called into work at a local restaurant and accidentally left the child in the car during her hour-and-a-half long shift. “When she...
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