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Three areas in Atlantic being monitored for potential tropical development
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is keeping its eyes on a few disturbances for potential tropical development, but it’s the one swirling a few hundred miles east of the Lesser Antilles in the Atlantic that is the primary focus for forecasters.
Louisiana Flash Flood Watch: Heavy Rain Threatens I-10/12 Corridor
New Orleans, LA – A flood watch remains in effect for southern Louisiana as heavy rainfall continues to threaten the region. The National Weather Service issued a warning for potential flash flooding along and south of the I-10/12 corridor, extending through the weekend. According to the National Weather Service,...
Longtime, historic politician, attorney to lie in honor at Strand Theatre in Shreveport
A longtime and historic Caddo Parish politician will lie in honor at the Strand Theatre Friday before his funeral services are held there Saturday. Good Samaritan Funeral Home announced funeral arrangements this week for Willie James Singleton. Singleton was the first African American to run for mayor of Shreveport, as well as a Caddo Parish police juror and state legislator.
17th Annual Bienville Parish Library Health Fair happening Sept. 13
The 17th Annual Bienville Parish Library Health Fair is set to take place on Friday, September 13, at the Arcadia Events Center, 630 Factory Outlet Drive, Arcadia, LA 71001, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This has become a much-anticipated free public event in the community, offering residents an invaluable opportunity to engage directly with various healthcare providers and health service organizations.
Mega Millions Winner: Louisiana Lottery Confirms Friday’s Big Win
This is the weekend that people in Louisiana have been talking about since January. It doesn't matter where you have the conversation. It could be on the beach at Grand Isle, in the exercise yard with the girls in St. Gabriel, or sitting quietly spinning fidgets in Pineville or Jackson, at some point college football will be discussed.
Referee shortage could lead to prep football game cancellations
“So if you look at the population of the New Orleans area–Jefferson Parish, Orleans, and the Northshore–it’s only 160 people officiating high school football,” Eddie Allemore, assigner for the New Orleans Football Officials Association, said.
Logansport’s Stephens Jr. makes Cowboys roster
Logansport High product John Stephens Jr. has found a home at tight end after a modest collegiate career as a receiver. Stephens Jr. made the final 53-man roster for the Dallas Cowboys, surging to the No. 3 tight end position as the Cowboys traded tight end Peyton Hendershot, who had appeared in 25 games the past two seasons.
7 killed, dozens injured after passenger bus crashes in Mississippi
WARREN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A crash involving a passenger bus in Warren County killed seven passengers early Saturday morning. The crash occurred on Interstate 20 near Bovina around 12:40 a.m., according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP). Troopers said a 2018 Volvo commercial passenger bus was traveling westbound on I-20 when the vehicle left […]
VHS Took a 20-6 Loss to Holmes County Central on Friday
Vicksburg High School took a 20-6 loss to Holmes County Central in the Red Carpet Bowl on Friday. The Jaguars got on the board twice in the first quarter from their first two possessions. Once from a 22-yard pass and an 83-yard pass as they went up 13-0. On the next drive, Cedric Blackmore came out running the ball hard. Jamikal Maxey threw a 20-yard touchdown to Decorey Knight Jr. but it was taken away due to a holding penalty.
Flashes Couldn’t Overcome Cathedral in a 34-10 loss
St. Aloysius took a 34-10 loss to Cathedral on Friday night. By halftime, the Flashes were down 21-10 and eventually gave up two late scores by the end of the night. Despite the loss, Thompson Fortenberry had an impressive night with 180 rushing yards and a touchdown. Carson Snith finished with 80 rushing yards while John Ellis Montgomery nailed a 33-yard field goal. Walt Andrews also caught a 23-yard pass.
Mega Millions Winner: Louisiana Lottery Confirms Friday’s Big Win
This is the weekend that people in Louisiana have been talking about since January. It doesn't matter where you have the conversation. It could be on the beach at Grand Isle, in the exercise yard with the girls in St. Gabriel, or sitting quietly spinning fidgets in Pineville or Jackson, at some point college football will be discussed.
Black Bayou hosting Louisiana National Hunting and Fishing Day
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge will be one of the hosts for Louisiana’s National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD). NHFD will be held on September 28 at Waddill Wildlife Refuge in Baton Rouge, Woodworth Shooting Range in Woodworth, the Tom Merrill Recreation Area at Bodcau Wildlife Management Area in Haughton, and Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Monroe.
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