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Jim Beam column:Solar energy takes centerstage
While solar energy is being embraced in many parts of the country, the Louisiana Illuminator in an Aug. 26 report said it hasn’t enjoyed the same warm welcome in Louisiana. That was clearly evident at a recent meeting of the Calcasieu Parish Planning and Zoning Board. The board met to take action on a request […]
Mixed results for Panthers in jamboree contest
DELHI — It would seem that shutting down a Delta Charter offense that averaged 41.6 points per game last season would be a winning effort. And it was for the Lincoln Preparatory School defense. But unfortunately, the Panthers offense fared no better than the Storm’s as the teams played...
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.
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,...
Grambling State Fights Hard on Opening Day of Crimson Tide Invitational
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. | The Grambling State University women's volleyball team put up a valiant effort on the opening day of the Crimson Tide Invitational but wasn't able to crack the win column falling to Alabama and UT-Martin. In the opening game, GSU (0-2) pushed Alabama to the brink, falling in...
Panthers set for final preseason test
GRAMBLING — The Lincoln Prep Panthers get one final preseason look at their team as they participate tonight in the Delhi Jamboree. And they expect a challenging test in front of them. The Panthers are coming off a 2-7 campaign last year and will take on Delta Charter, which went 8-2 in 2023.
Grambling State University paves the way with Louisiana’s first Digital Library; how does it work?
GRAMBLING, La. (KTVE/KARD) – This year, Grambling State University became the first Historically Black University (HBCU) and the first university in Louisiana to have a Digital Library. The library comprises various study spaces, history murals, and several computers that give students access to global knowledge. The addition of the facility on GSU’s campus gives students […]
Episcopal, Ascension Catholic Impress in Battle on the Ridge Jamboree Doubleheader
It was a great football appetizer before the full course meal begins next week as high school football jamborees kickoff across the state of Louisiana, and Thursday night’s action featured an exciting doubleheader at Memorial Field. First, the Episcopal Knights took on the Pearl River Rebels while the Ascension Catholic Bulldogs took on the St. Michael Warriors.
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.
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.
DEQ is asking for your help finding solutions to tire waste
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Around 4.6 million tires are thrown out each year according to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. The agency said lots of those are dumped illegally in ditches or on the side of the road. “You go to bed at night nothings there, when you...
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