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This & That…Friday, July 19, 2024
Fish Fry Fundraiser for Captain Brian Walker is today, Friday, July 19 at 11am at the Fire District 8 Training facility, 13011 Hwy 175. Plates of fish, fries, hushpuppies and a bottle of water will cost $15. All proceeds will go to Walker and his family. Mark your calendars for...
Jerry Edwards Jr. sworn in as 1st Black federal judge for Western District of Louisiana
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Following a formal appointment back in December of 2023, Shreveport attorney Jerry Edwards Jr. was ceremonially sworn in at the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center in Alexandria on Wednesday, July 17. It was a momentous occasion for Judge Edwards as he became the first Black judge to...
2 Democrats, Republican join race for Louisiana’s new majority-Black congressional district
Former Congressman Cleo Fields, former state Sen. Elbert Guillory and upstart candidate Quentin Anthony Anderson signed up Wednesday to run in the election for Louisiana’s newly drawn, majority-Black 6th Congressional District seat. Fields, 61, a Baton Rouge state senator, has the longest political history among the candidates and is the heavy favorite to win the […] The post 2 Democrats, Republican join race for Louisiana’s new majority-Black congressional district appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
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...
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.
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/____________________
Bunkie woman starts Beba's Bites with daughter's encouragement
Rebecca Johnson’s daughter was her biggest cheerleader when it came to starting her freeze dried candy business Beba’s Bites. “My daughter is like, ‘You know what? you don't ask for anything. Just do it. Just try.’,” said Johnson of Bunkie who was at the Cabrini Farmers Market held from 9-12 p.m. Saturdays in...
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,...
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.
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.
Caddo Parish Violent Offenders July 13th-19th
The following booking-photos are those who were booked in to Caddo Correctional Center for crimes of a violent or sexual nature. The people pictured are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Art. 234. Booking photographs. (1) "Booking photograph" means a photograph or still, non-video image of...
Caddo Grand Jury Returns Five True Bills
The Caddo Parish Grand Jury returned five true bills in its session that ended July 18, 2024. Four of the indictments concerned recent murders, while other charges involved weapons crimes and sexual assaults. Shemika Draper Johnson, Michael Keith McKnight, Keelon Bernard Nelson and Lederrick Dewayne Gant all were indicted for...
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.
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