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‘Truly a milestone’: Shreveport man celebrates 100th birthday surrounded by family
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - July 17 is a special day for one Shreveport man. Lester Clark turned 100 years old!. His family hosted a special celebration at 5:30 p.m. at Podnuh’s BBQ on Mansfield Road to honor him. “And he’s in his right mind. He still has a reasonable...
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.
Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation announces new board members
NEW ORLEANS – The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation is proud to announce two local leaders have been selected to join its Board of Directors. Wendy Brunet Burns and Patrick Kiernan were nominated and approved by the board at the June meeting. Burns and Kiernan bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to support the Sports Foundation’s mission of attracting and managing major sporting events that create economic impact and positive media opportunities for the State of Louisiana and the Greater New Orleans area.
Jury selection begins in Texarkana for paternity trial involving owner of Dallas Cowboys
TEXARKANA, Texas (KSLA) - Jury selection is underway at the federal courthouse in Texarkana for a trial involving Dallas Cowboys owner, Jerry Jones. Jones is countersuing Alexandra and Cynthia Davis for reportedly breaching a contract that was agreed upon over 20 years ago. That contract stated Alexandra and Cynthia agreed to the following:
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic in August For Texarkana & Ashdown
If you own a dog or a cat then you know, important responsibilities come with it. From diet and exercise to vaccinations and having them neutered or spayed. Being a responsible pet owner can get expensive, but there is help. There will be two Low Cost Spay and Neuter Clinic in August that will be held in Texarkana and another one in Ashdown.
A Tragedy In Texas: Smoke Billowed in the Sky as Buc-ee’s Burned
Buc-ee's has become a must-visit in Texas. It was such a fun place to stop that it has expanded beyond the Texas borders and into other states. Of course, this Texas staple had to be shared with others because it is an experience. The first Buc-ee's was founded in Clute,...
NPSB: Budget Hearing set for August 13, 2024
The NPSB Business Office hereby sends its public notice of a budget hearing to be held on August 13, 2024 at 5:00pm at the school board office located at 310 Royal Street, Natchitoches, Louisiana. Meeting: Budget Hearing. Date: August 13, 2024. Time: 5:00p.m. Location: 310 Royal Street, Natchitoches, Louisiana. _____/s/____________________
NPSO, NPFD #9 respond to mobile home fire in Campti
Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Deputies and Natchitoches Parish Fire Protection District #9 responded to NATCOM 911 Center reports of a mobile home fire on July 18 around 8:32 am in the 100 block of Raphiel Street in Campti, according to the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office. Units arrived on scene within minutes finding smoke coming from the mobile home. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire and remained on scene checking for hot spots. There were no reported injuries. The mobile home which was reportedly vacant received heavy damage.
Cloutierville residents report 5 inches of rain, SWEPCO responds to power outages
Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Deputies patrolling and talking with residents in the Derry/Cloutierville areas on July 18 were advised that nearly 5 inches of rain has fallen since 7 pm on Wednesday evening, through early Thursday morning, according to their range gauges. Thunderstorms that began at approximately 7 pm on...
Rising funeral costs could foster a new burial trend that's better for the environment
ARKANSAS, USA — Among the unenviable tasks a funeral director has to perform is guiding the grief-stricken through one of the saddest times of their lives and then handing them a bill indicative of one of the most expensive times in their lives. And lately, those costs— more than...
Second victim in New Boston shooting succumbs to injuries; another murder charge pending against suspect
NEW BOSTON, Texas (KSLA) - The second victim of an East Texas shooting is now dead less than two weeks after sustaining life-threatening injuries. On Saturday, July 6, two people were shot in the 300 block of North Lindsey Street in New Boston around 5:42 p.m. Both suffered multiple gunshots wounds. One victim died at the scene. The other victim, later identified as 19-year-old Nicholas Webster, was taken to an area hospital.
Gulf Coast region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.11 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.06 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Gulf Coast region has risen about 12 cents since...
Louisiana Ranked in Most Dangerous Roads for Drivers List
(Baton Rouge, Louisiana) - New research has revealed that Louisiana ranks 1st among the US states with the most dangerous roads for drivers. The physical condition of roads and their traffic volume can significantly impact safety. But which state has the riskiest roads?. The team at MarketWatch Guides analyzed data...
Do you have what it takes to wrangle alligators? If so, Wildlife and Fisheries is hiring.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is looking for seasonal technicians who aren't afraid to mix it up with baby alligators. The job posting is for a seasonal wildlife technician, based in the agency's Lafayette Alligator Management Program. From mid-March to October, the position will entail travel throughout the state, measuring, tagging and sacking captive-raised juvenile alligators for release to the wild. They promise extensive manual labor, to the tune of stuffing said alligators into burlap sacks and hauling the loaded sacks to trailers.
Weather Service Warns – Excessive Rain This Weekend in Louisiana
The Weather Prediction Center has issued an ominous alert for cities such as Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Lake Charles, and Shreveport. That alert which covers the entire state over the next three days suggests that several "life-threatening" weather events could occur and residents should be prepared. The catalyst for...
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced that LA 119 will be closed 2.9 miles north of its intersection with LA 493 on Monday, July 29, 2024
Shreveport, LA – According to the LaDOTD officials, the closure, expected to last approximately two days, is necessary for the installation of a new cross drain. DOTD appreciates the public’s patience and advises all drivers to exercise caution through the construction site. Please be vigilant for work crews and their equipment.
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