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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, […]
Local church pays tribute to area's best gospel singers, musicians
SHREVEPORT, La. - Music is a big part of any worship service, and gospel music has a long tradition within the Black church. A celebration this weekend pays tribute to some this area's top musicians and singers. It's called "Bringing Back the Sound IV His Glory" and Sonya Hester spoke...
Woods appointed as replacement for Hickman on DeRidder Council
Monte Mary Johnson Woods was unanimously appointed the District 2 Councilmember at the DeRidder City Council meeting this week. The District 2 seat became vacant after former Councilmember Artemese Hickman stepped down earlier this month. Woods was nominated by Councilmember John Marcello, District 3. He said Woods was Hickman’s recommendation. As a lifelong DeRidder resident […]
One man dies in fatal South Arkansas shooting; suspect claims self-defense
CAMDEN, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — On July 24, 2024, at approximately 12:51 PM, officers of the Camden Police Department arrived at Spring Street after receiving a report of a possible shooting and an injured victim. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 25-year-old male walking toward the roadway with his hands in the air. The unidentified male allegedly […]
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...
Lawsuit alleges Winnsboro ISD ignored bullying for years, retaliated against family
WINNSBORO, Texas (KETK) – A family filed a lawsuit against Winnsboro ISD accusing the district of engaging “in a yearslong retaliatory campaign” against them after they tried numerous times to report bullying against their son. The lawsuit, filed in federal court against WISD and its board members, asserts that the district ignored complaints of sexual […]
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