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Parlez-vous francais? French table group meets to practice their French-speaking skills
For local attorney David Marcantel, French is more than a language. It is the culture of Louisiana. One that many feel has become a dying art as younger generations forgo the language of their ancestors. On Tuesday, a group of Francophones (speakers of the French language) and Francophiles (people that want to be a part […]
Number of Medicaid users in Louisiana drops
(The Center Square) – Registration for Medicaid in Louisiana dropped 18.5% from about 2.1 million to 1.7 million over the last 12 months, according to a recent report. More than two-thirds of nonrenewals were terminated for procedural reasons, meaning registration forms incorrectly completed or not completed. Across the United States, about 1 in 3 Medicaid enrollees never completed the renewal process. Medicaid is health insurance program for low-income and people...
Revealed – This is Louisiana’s Favorite Swear Word
A recent survey has discovered that residents of Louisiana actually do have a favorite swear word and because the word we love to not say in front of our mothers is so versatile we've managed to use it as a noun, a verb, an adjective, and I am pretty sure a few other parts of speech. Heck, I am sure someone somewhere even has this as their nickname.
East Texas Food Bank to open mobile pantry in Center
CENTER, Texas (KETK) – The East Texas Food Bank (ETFB) announced on Wednesday that they will begin to offer a mobile pantry in Center beginning July 26. According to a release from the ETFB, the pantry will operate at First Baptist Church on 117 Cora Street on the fourth Friday of each month from 4 […]
50 Cent’s Shreveport Festival Moves Venues
SHREVEPORT, LA - There could be a big change comin for the Humor and Harmony Festival in Shreveport. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson has been in town reviewing the plans and checking out the sites for this massive event. He is planning to bring in several events as part of this weekend of celebrations.
Bossier City Police Seeking Identity of Theft Suspects
The Bossier City Police (Property Crimes Division) needs the Public’s assistance in identifying an individual. On 07/01/2024, Two unknown males entered 1832 Old Minden Rd. Bossier City, La. 71112 and committed a Theft. If anyone knows the identity of these individuals or any information on the case, please contact Crime Stoppers or the Bossier City Police Department.
Louisiana City Tops List of Cities to Not Buy Property In
Experts are warning investors that they should not buy property in some U.S. cities, and one Louisiana city makes the list. While we often like to think that our state is prospering, there are some parts of the "Bayou State" that are not doing as well as others, and perhaps that is why one city makes the list of worst cities to invest property in.
Shreveport’s Landry Anglin Killer Receives Life in Prison
CADDO PARISH, LA Ray to serve life in prison for Landry Anglin slaying. A man convicted in June in connection with the May 1, 2022 death of Shreveport teen Landry Anglin must serve the rest of his life in prison with no chance of pardon, parole or reduction of sentence.
Woman pleads guilty to 2018 fatal stabbing of 81-year-old man
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A woman who was arrested for stabbing an elderly man to death pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Tuesday. A news release from the Caddo Parish District Attorney said LaKendra Wesley, 37, pleaded guilty to District Judge Ramona Emanuel on the charge of manslaughter related to the June 2018 death of Kenneth Miller, 81. She also pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of unauthorized entry of an uninhabited dwelling and was sentenced to four years, which she will serve concurrently with the 40-year manslaughter term.
What's playing during The Strand's 40th season?
From Indigo Girls to the Nutcracker the 40th season of The Strand promises something for everyone. While tickets for ‘Friends of the Strand’ have already begun, the general public is open to purchase tickets starting on Monday, July 22nd at 11:00 AM. Who is coming to Shreveport's The...
Evangel Christian Academy a topic of discussion at SEC Media Days
DALLAS, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) — Mississippi State took center stage at SEC Media Days in Dallas on Wednesday and Shreveport native Blake Shapen was in the center of the conversation. The former Evangel Christian Academy star quarterback is the Bulldogs new quarterback after transferring in from Baylor. In three years...
Victim identified in Kennedy Drive shooting
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport police responded to a shooting just before 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17. Officers arrived and found 24-year-old Jaden Barnhill suffering from two gunshot wounds inside a home in the 4700 block of Kennedy Drive. He was pronounced dead on the scene. Barnhill’s death marks...
Harvey Auto Group ribbon cutting
SHREVEPORT, La. - The owner of the Harvey Auto Group cut the ribbon at their grand re-opening Wednesday. Several members of the Bossier Chamber attended the celebration, including Bossier Mayor Thomas Chandler, who presented Tommy Harvey with a key to the city. Harvey says the remodel includes a bigger showroom...
City of Shreveport summer interns donate to the Hope House
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Undergrad students interning for the city of Shreveport are making a difference in the community. Over the last six weeks, 26 interns have gained hands-on experience in roles across different departments in the city. The internship program offers students interested in local government and public...
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