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Meet the 2024 Demoiselle Club Debutantes
When pounding rain brought sheets of water to her Southern Season Garden Party, Demoiselle Club Ball Chief Susan Snyder didn't miss a beat. She shouldered on and brought it inside her South Highlands home where the debs and Patron Sons were introduced. Guests looked through heavy rain from panels of glass onto the exquisite, formal garden, now soggy,but still beautiful.
NPSO seeks suspects in Natchitoches business burglary
NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB) - Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office requested the public’s assistance to identify two men and a vehicle involved in the burglary of a business just outside of Natchitoches, on Saturday, July 20. Deputies responded to a reported burglary at a business in the 4100 block of...
Louisiana Residents Should Brace for More of These Bloodsucking Menaces
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - With summer comes a lot more tropical showers in Louisiana, and with those showers comes one of the natural predators of the Louisiana resident, the mosquito. With a lot of rain expected in the coming days throughout south Louisiana, we can see places that are...
50 Cent’s Festival Officially Moved; Here’s What You Need to Know
Yesterday it was reported that 50 Cent's Humor & Harmony Festival was going to be changing venues. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson reportedly was in Shreveport this week reviewing plans, participating in a fund raising event and just checking in on some of the things he's attempting to pull off in Shreveport.
1 hurt after Baton Rouge shooting Saturday, officials say
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — One person was taken to a local hospital after a shooting in Baton Rouge on Saturday, July 20, according to emergency medical officials. Emergency medical services said one person was transported to the hospital after a shooting on Prescott Road Saturday. EMS said the person is in stable condition.
Back-to-school giveaways in, near Baton Rouge: Get free supplies, backpacks, clothes
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Students will be returning to school in the next few weeks across East Baton Rouge Parish and surrounding parishes. We have compiled a list of back-to-school giveaway events that are taking place in, near Baton Rouge. Teachers and parents across the local area are...
Live! Casino Construction Hits Milestone
LRGC Gaming Investors, LLC, an affiliate of The Cordish Companies, today marked a significant milestone in the construction of the first land-based casino in the Shreveport-Bossier market during the “TOPPING OFF” ceremony for the new $270+ Million LIVE! CASINO & HOTEL LOUISIANA, a project that will serve as a regional destination for world-class gaming, dining, entertainment, and hotel amenities.
Preseason SEC Football media poll is released with shocking results for LSU
This week, the world got to experience the chaos that SEC Media is especially with two of college football's biggest brands Texas and Oklahoma joining the SEC. Upon the conclusion of SEC Media Days the Preseason SEC Polls and All-SEC teams are announced with some shocking results for the LSU Football team.
Sky High Pay for These Shreveport Teaching Jobs
SHREVEPORT, LA – With school set to begin in just a few weeks, one Shreveport school is trying to fill some jobs and the salaries are sky high. You might recall the Caddo School Board has agreed to the State Education Department plan to bring in a private company to run Fair Park Middle School. 3rd Future is now trying to fill openings at the Shreveport school.
WC’s Larry Reynolds Jr. commits to Mississippi Valley State University
Warren Central High School football player Larry Reynolds Jr. has committed to playing at Mississippi Valley State University. Reynolds, who is a defensive end, made the announcement over social media on Friday. Last season, Reynolds racked up 79 tackles, 58 solos, three sacks, two forced fumbles and two pass deflections...
Oklahoma’s 5-Star Quarterback Is Completely Delusional When It Comes To The Wrath Of LSU Fans
They were going to do so anyway, because that is what happens in Death Valley, but the rising sophomore’s most recent comments will only lead them to be even more boisterous. Arnold, a former five-star recruit, is going to be the starter in 2024 after sitting behind Dillon Gabriel...
The Town of Ball becomes the 35th Smoke-Free Municipality in Louisiana
BALL, La. (WNTZ) – The Louisiana Campaign for Tobacco-Free Living (TFL) is excited to announce that the Town of Ball has become the 35th Louisiana municipality to adopt a comprehensive smoke-free indoor ordinance. This is a huge win not only for the goal and mission of TFL, to create a healthy state, but also it is a win for the community of Ball where now all residents and visitors can go anywhere in the town and enjoy themselves without the dangers of having to breathe in secondhand smoke.
Armstrong named Senior Associate VP of Finance at GSU
The financial stewardship of an institution is a testament to its ability to sustain and support its mission. Grambling State University has exponentially improved its fiscal health score since 2018 and looks to build on the momentum of success. The hire of Quaneshia T. Armstrong, CPA, MBA, as Associate Vice...
Venue change announced for Humor and Harmony
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Humor and Harmony weekend events will no longer be held outside in the August heat. Curtis’ 50 Cent’ Jackson posted on his Instagram that the event is being moved indoors due to extreme temperatures and that the safety of event-goers is being prioritized. The event was originally slated to happen at Independence Stadium.
From biscuits to BRAT: Fun things to do this weekend in Shreveport-Bossier City
Feel like dancing the night away? Perhaps your inner zen needs nurturing (and yes, food counts). Either way, there’s something for everyone’s groove. From biscuits to BRAT, here are some ways to have fun this weekend in Shreveport-Bossier City:. Bookmobile in Caddo Common Park. In partnership with the...
8 challenge Sharon Weston Broome in Baton Rouge mayor's race; qualifying period closes
BATON ROUGE — Two Republican and two Independent candidates joined the race for East Baton Rouge Parish mayor-president on Friday, giving voters nine choices for the city's leadership when voters visit polls in November. Four Metro Council members, all of them Republicans, ended the filing unopposed, and five seats...
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