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Clashes arise over the economic effects of Louisiana’s $3 billion-dollar coastal restoration project
Proponents of a nearly $3 billion project to restore part of southeast Louisiana’s rapidly vanishing coastline released a study Tuesday touting the expected economic benefits of its construction, even as the project faces pushback and litigation from communities who fear the environment and their livelihoods will be severely affected. The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project broke ground in August last […]
Local Forecast for Southern MS/AL/LA – 7/24/24: A similar pattern over the next few days with rain chances during the afternoon
I hope everyone has had an amazing start to their week! The pattern has been pretty similar these past couple of days and it’ll continue to be like this the rest of the week. Chances for showers and thunderstorms will be possible in the afternoon and evening, but it won’t be a complete washout.
Huge Black Bear Spotted Looking for Food in Louisiana
Black bears are running rampant in Louisiana and another huge bear has been spotted in south Louisiana. In the social media group Louisiana Black Bear Report, Randy Bergeron posted photos of a huge black bear near a deer feeder, and by the looks of it, this bear has been eating well near Palmetto, Louisiana.
United Way Southwest Louisiana announces new grant recipients
Special to the American Press In a substantial move toward bolstering the resilience and capacity of local social services, United Way Southwest Louisiana is proud to announce its latest round of grant awards. Numerous regional organizations have been selected to receive funding to support critical community services ranging from youth mentoring programs to senior care, […]
Claiborne Parish School Board seeking qualified candidates
Claiborne Parish School Board is seeking a qualified applicant for the following position:. Applications may be obtained from the Claiborne Parish School Board website: www.claibornepsb.org. Please email copies of any credentials to cpsbapplications@cpsb.us or mail them to: Claiborne Parish School Board, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 600, Homer, LA 71040.
Dog Reunited with Owner Eight Years After Being Stolen
A woman in Bossier City was recently filled with joy and relief after being reunited with her long-lost dog at the Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana (HSNWLA). HSNWLA shared the heartwarming story in May on their social media pages, describing it as “an absolute miracle.”. Nearly eight years had...
Drive-by shooting leaves man wounded in west Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. - A shooting late Wednesday in west Shreveport could have been a lot worse than it was. Police say more than 50 rounds were fired from a suspect's vehicle in the 6100 block of Tierra Drive. According to SPD, two people were walking when the driver of an...
Jeffrey Holt, MD, joins Willis Knighton Pierremont Cardiology
Jeff Holt, MD, FACC, FSCAI, has joined Willis Knighton Pierremont Cardiology, part of the Willis Knighton. Physician Network. His office will be located at 1811 E. Bert Kouns, Suite 210, at Willis Knighton Pierremont,. where he will offer heart diagnostics and treatment procedures including transesophageal echocardiogram. (TEE), echo, nuclear, diagnostic...
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