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The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Louisiana. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has issued an updated advisory for the residents and commuters near Gorum, LA. The bridge inspection that was originally planned on LA 119 has been rescheduled due to weather permitting. The inspection is now set to occur tomorrow, May 16, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The specific bridge undergoing inspection is Bridge #083501180300511, which spans over a creek and is located approximately 6.55 miles north of LA 8 near Longleaf Vista Rd. During the time of inspection, both northbound and southbound lanes will be closed, and traffic will be redirected. For northbound traffic, the detour will be through LA 8 Eastbound to I 49 Northbound and back to LA 119. Similarly, southbound traffic will be rerouted to I-49 Southbound to LA 8 Westbound towards LA 119. DOTD urges all motorists to drive cautiously around the construction area, look out for work crews and their equipment, and adhere to the detour signs. For real-time traffic and road conditions, motorists can use the 511 Traveler Information System by dialing 511 and stating their specific route or region, or by contacting 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511) for out-of-state travelers. These updates can also be obtained by visiting the 511 Traveler Information Web site at www.511la.org. Additionally, updates can be followed through the Traffic Management Center's Twitter handle (@AlexTraffic), the LA DOTD website (www.dotd.la.gov), and the DOTD Facebook page. DOTD appreciates the public's patience during this necessary bridge inspection and remains committed to ensuring the safety of all travelers.

Vernon Parish, La - According to the Vernon Parish Fire District #1, there is presently an AT&T 911 outage for the Vernon Parish Area. AT&T has advised that users in the area may not be able to reach 911. If an emergency should arise and you are unable to reach 911. Please dial the Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office directly at 337-238-1311.

VERNON PARISH, La. (KALB) - Fort Johnson has announced that it will be conducting a preplanned annual exercise on May 15 from 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. The scenario will consist of an insider threat in the vicinity of Louisiana Avenue and Alabama Avenue (near buildings 100 and 1830). Fort Johnson...

‘Soldiers have been training for war at Fort Johnson (formerly Fort Polk) and the Joint Readiness Training Center since 1940, when they prepared for World War II. More than a million combat troops trained for Viet Nam there, so ‘training is in our DNA.’. Lt. Johnson Garrison Commander Colonel...

Louisiana’s two major military installations – Barksdale Air Force Base in Bossier Parish and Fort Johnson in Vernon Parish – not only are vital defense facilities for the state and nation but also are major revenue producers for the state. At a Tuesday hearing of the Senate...

By Emily Burleigh Fort Johnson is an economic tether for Vernon Parish — and the Louisiana Armed Forces Alliance (LAFA) aims to continue to grow the installation’s impact. Military installations bolster local economies, said Avon Knowlton, executive director of LAFA. In 2022, the military impact of military assets, contractor and military spending in Louisiana totaled […]

Fort Johnson is an economic tether for Vernon Parish — and the Louisiana Armed Forces Alliance (LAFA) aims to continue to grow the installation’s impact. Military installations bolster local economies, said Avon Knowlton, executive director of LAFA. In 2022, the military impact of military assets, contractor and military spending in Louisiana totaled $9.6 billion, provided […]

VERNON PARISH, La. (KPLC) - The Vernon Parish School Board is joining the state’s lawsuit against the recent changes to Title IX. On May 2, the school board voted 11-0 to oppose the new federal revisions to Title IX, which will take effect Aug. 1. The revisions guarantee LGBTQ students legal protections from discrimination based on sex or gender identity, among other changes.

By Emily Burleigh Leesville native Robert Brevelle has been appointed chairman of the Louisiana Genealogical and Historical Society (LGHS). LGHS is housed in Baton Rouge and was founded in 1953 as “the state’s preeminent organization responsible for the preservation, research and sharing of genealogical and historical materials which are beautifully unique to Louisiana,” Brevelle said. […]

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises the public that the bridge inspection to be done to Bridge #083501180300511 on LA 119 over Creek, has been rescheduled for May 16 from 8 am – 4 pm, weather permitting. **************************************. LA 119, Natchitoches Parish. Control Section 118-03 Logmile 0.771,...

.. It is the only place I know of on the globe where service is rendered for the good of all mankind. Rich or poor ... — C.N. Butts. For C.N. Butts, New Llano was a good idea. Was he someone important? Well, in the collective colony on Leesville's...

Springtime is here and you know what that means! it's festival time in Southwest Louisiana and such is the case up in Leesville, Louisiana for the Mayfest. Mayfest, the winner of the Louey Award for Festival of the Year, takes place every year in Leesville, Louisiana with live music, food, and fun for the entire family! Mayfest is held in historic downtown Leesville and this year it will take place on May 3rd & 4th, 2024.

Springtime is here and you know what that means! it's festival time in Southwest Louisiana and such is the case up in Leesville, Louisiana for the Mayfest. Mayfest, the winner of the Louey Award for Festival of the Year, takes place every year in Leesville, Louisiana with live music, food, and fun for the entire family! Mayfest is held in historic downtown Leesville and this year it will take place on May 3rd & 4th, 2024.

VERNON PARISH, La. (KPLC) - Vernon Parish Police Jury announced several road closures due to high water in the area. The following roads are closed as of 7 a.m. Monday morning:. Section Line Road (until further notice) Hawks Road at Creek Bridge. Cypress Church Road. Main Street. Lewis Road. Bailey...

The weather moving through Southwest Louisiana this morning has prompted officials with the school boards across the five parish areas to decide whether or not to have school today. The list has been growing since last night and here is the list of all the school closures for the five...

The weather moving through Southwest Louisiana this morning has prompted officials with the school boards across the five parish areas to decide whether or not to have school today. The list has been growing since last night and here is the list of all the school closures for the five...