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Louisiana Official Assures High Speed Internet Coming To All
Is it a case of "business as usual" or is Louisiana truly committed to providing a source of high-speed internet to everyone?. In a recent interview with the Louisiana Radio Network, Louisiana Director of the State Office of Broadband Development Veneeth Iyengar said, “I can’t stress the importance of the development of broadband and how it needs to go to every single nook and cranny of the state and how it impacts both workforce development and economic development.”
Louisiana lawmaker who authored bill to reduce politicians’ ethics fines has racked up her own
The Baton Rouge lawmaker who pushed through a new state law to reduce fines for political candidates who don’t file campaign finance reports on time has failed to submit her own paperwork properly several times over the 15 years she has been in public office. State Rep. Denise Marcelle, a Democrat, missed deadlines to turn […]
Votes sought at taxpayers’ expense, say Foxx, Cassidy: Report
(The Center Square) – Only 40% of student loan borrowers make payments, and congressional committee leaders from North Carolina and Louisiana said Wednesday the federal report confirms the White House’s efforts to win votes at taxpayers’ expense. U.S. Reps. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., and Sen. Dr. Bill Cassidy, R-La., requested the Government Accountability Office analysis because […]
ROAD CLOSURE: US 165 South in Morehouse Parish will experience closure from Friday, August 23rd to Monday, August 26th
MOREHOUSE PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises drivers that US 165 S. (East Madison Avenue) in Morehouse Parish at the railroad grade crossing will be closed to all traffic starting at 8 p.m., Friday, August 23, 2024, until 6 a.m. Monday, August 26, 2024, for crossing repairs and maintenance. […]
The Minnesota Vikings Will Trade With the New Orleans Saints for Derek Carr
The Minnesota Vikings are stuck between a rock and a hard place. Now that highly touted rookie J.J. McCarthy is out, as is the long-time jury on Sam Darnold, Minnesota could turn to an NFL veteran that is already feeling the heat in New Orleans: Derek Carr. Yes, the long-time...
Caddo Parish Firefighter struck in his temple and brain with metal debris survives
CADDO PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Captain Freddie Martin has been a firefighter at Caddo Parish District #4 for more than 25 years. According to fire chief Chad Falls, “he’s one of the most passionate caring guys” that he knows. On Tuesday, August 13th, Captain Freddie Martin...
Monroe woman arrested; accused of stealing over $11K from elderly family member
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On July 7, 2024, an elderly victim contacted deputies of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office after she observed a large amount of Cash App transactions that she did not authorize. According to court documents, the name on the account was identified as the victim’s family member, 32-year-old Alberta L. Williams. Officials […]
OPSO makes arrest in shooting case
(Ouachita Parish) – On August 13, 2024, Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Investigators arrested Jamarion Jalil Godfrey on four counts of Attempted Second Degree Murder. The arrest was the result of a shooting that occurred on Burg Jones Lane in Monroe, on August 12, 2024. An 8-year-old child seated in a vehicle with his mother and two other occupants was shot in both legs. The child was treated at a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
City of Monroe Receives LMA Community Development Award
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)– The City of Monroe was recently recognized by the Louisiana Municipal Association for its public art projects around the City. According to officials, the award was presented at the Annual LMA Convention held in Shreveport at the beginning of August. The Community Achievement Awards recognize the achievements of municipalities over the past […]
Bullpups experience season of firsts
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) – Carroll Jr. High School has recently seen a series of exciting “firsts.” Marvin Williams has been named interim head football coach for the Top Dogs, while Charles Hunter is stepping into the role of head coach for the Top Pups. After serving as the defensive coordinator at the high school for […]
Monroe Regional Airport supports U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division in large-scale training exercise
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Over the next two days, Monroe Regional Airport is playing a crucial role in supporting U.S. Army operations as part of a significant training exercise. The 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) has made a strategic stop at the airport to refuel and resupply during their Large-Scale Long-Range Air Assault (L2A2) mission.
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