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Impact of Louisiana’s new gun laws; How LSU is using AI to monitor athletes’ health
Louisiana’s new permitless/constitutional-carry firearm law went into effect in July– a win for gun rights advocates, but causing some consternation in urban areas where gun violence is a major concern. Especially in New Orleans, which previously was able to enforce a non-gun zone around the French Quarter. James...
Louisiana nonprofit helping kids in moments of crisis comes to East Texas
KILGORE, Texas — A program to help kids going through moments of crisis in Louisiana is moving into East Texas. In 2013, KC Kilpatrick started Geaux 4 Kids as an independent, grassroots effort after becoming a foster parent. She learned how stressful the initial 24 to 48 hours of receiving children into foster care were and how impossible it was to adequately prepare. The organization makes bags with items ready to go when law enforcement officials come upon a child in need.
Former NSU javelin player named to LHSAA Hall of Fame
CAA Championship participant; Southland Conference gold medalist.Now former Northwestern State javelin thrower Ashley Aldredge Brooks can add Louisiana High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame Class of 2025 to her list of accomplishments.She joins her father, Corwyn Aldredge Jr., as a member of the LHSAA Hall of Fame.The 2025 Hall of Fame Banquet & Induction Ceremony will be held April…
Rapides Parish Students Shape School District Decisions
Today, students from Rapides Parish School District gathered at Brame Middle School for the first meeting of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Board. The students shared their different perspectives and ideas on various topics, leading to meaningful discussions. The voices of these students will play a crucial role in shaping decisions and implementing improvements within the school district. The administration and faculty at Brame Middle School were thanked for hosting the productive meeting. #OwnTheMission #BetterTogetherRapides Parish Schools.
Woman found dead near downtown Shreveport identified
CADDO PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — A woman whose body was found off of Marshall Street south of downtown Shreveport Sunday has been identified. According to the Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office, a woman who was found dead on Sunday August 25, 2024, has been identified. Officials say 58-year-old Brenda...
Pineville Police arrest suspect of Lee Street murder
PINEVILLE, La. (WNTZ) – On August 28, 2024, at approximately 2:30 PM, officers from the Pineville Police Department, alongside personnel from the Pineville Fire Department and Acadian Ambulance, responded to a report of a shooting at 208 Lee St., Pineville, La. Upon arrival, first responders discovered a male victim who had suffered a gunshot wound. […]
Pineville announces construction of new apartment complex
PINEVILLE, La. (KALB) - The City of Pineville has announced the construction of a new apartment complex in the city. Construction for the new Live Oak Village Apartments began in August 2024 and is set to be completed in April 2025. The complex will be located at 4137 Highway 28...
Poll: Pelican Seafood & Poboy in Pineville has the best chicken wings
Where can you go in the Alexandria/Pineville area to get good chicken wings? According to a Town Talk readers’ poll, it’s Pelican Seafood & Poboy in Pineville. The restaurant located at 2708 Highway 28 East won with 25.58 percent of the votes. Buffalo Wild Wings, 2711 S. MacArthur Drive, in Alexandria came in second with 20.93 percent. Twenty restaurants were listed in the poll. This article originally appeared on Alexandria Town Talk: Poll: Pelican Seafood & Poboy in Pineville has the best chicken wings
Two parked planes collide due to macroburst of wind, England Air Park confirms
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - An official with the England Air Park confirmed to KALB that a wind gust lifted and spun a plane around, causing a collision with another plane on Wednesday, August 28. FAA required the tower to evacuate according to protocol. No injuries were reported, just damages between...
Ascension Christian High principal dies unexpectedly
ASCENSION PARISH, La. (WAFB) - Classes were cancelled at Ascension Christian High School Wednesday as students and staff mourned the unexpected loss of their beloved principal. Campus Administrator Dustin Bagwell, 50, passed away in his Gonzales home late Tuesday evening, Aug. 27, from suspected medical issues, investigators said. Former LSU...
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