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New Orleans Saints Fan Rips Off Her Wig, Asks Owner Gayle Benson to Sign It
A New Orleans Saints fan attending the final Saints training camp practice has become the latest viral sensation. This year, due to ongoing construction at their usual practice facility on Airline Drive, the Saints held their entire training camp on the West Coast in California. However, on Friday, the team returned to the Big Easy, practicing in front of their hometown fans inside the Caesars Superdome.
Ordinance to Amend Water Rates for Town of Jonesboro Introduced
A copy of the Ordinance that was introduced at the Town of Jonesboro Board of Alderman meeting regarding the increase in water rates for consumers of the Jonesboro Water System has been released. Also included is a comparative study showing current vs future water rates that is expected to be implemented on January 1, 2025.
Grambling State University: the first HBCU with $16.6M digital library
GRAMBLING, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—Grambling State University entered the digital age on Thursday with a ribbon cutting to celebrate its new Digital Library and Learning Commons. They declare the $16.6 M facility is the only of its kind at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in the U.S. According to GSU, the digital library is a state-of-the-art, 50,000-square-foot […]
Tony Yayo Addresses 50 Cent's Controversial Decision To Spend 500K On Festival Security
For those unaware, Hurricane Chris recently blasted 50 Cent for this expense, which he thinks could've gone to a better place. 50 Cent caused a stir with his Humor & Harmony Weekend Festival in Shreveport, Louisiana for various reasons. On the drama side of things, folks like Hurricane Chris criticized his decision to spend $500K on security, which Chris thinks could've instead benefitted a much more important or benevolent cause. But as Tony Yayo remarked on VladTV recently, this was just one of Fif's many investments in the city to ensure a smooth-running and safe event. Ultimately, Yayo thinks that this investment was worth it, since celebrities and regular attendees alike could enjoy the shindig without worry. Also, he thought the team behind the festival executed everything seamlessly.
Georgia Man Arrested in Louisiana, Accused of Murdering Wife and Attempting to Conceal Crime in Fayetteville
A disturbing incident from Fayette County, Georgia, has culminated in the arrest of a man in Louisiana after he was accused of killing his wife and attempting to conceal the crime. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, Kenneth Hardin Jr., aged 39, is facing charges for the murder of his wife Carrie Hardin, whose body was found partially burned and buried behind their home in Fayetteville.
Louisiana Parents Call for Change as Viral Post Highlights Excessive Homework in Schools
A heartfelt Facebook post by Cassi Nelson has struck a chord with parents across Louisiana, particularly in Lafayette and surrounding areas, as the new school year gets underway. The post, which has been shared over 6,000 times and grabbed nearly 400 comments, has ignited a conversation about the growing concern over the amount of homework being assigned to young students.
Holy Trinity’s Flower Guild blossoms in service to God
Carol McMillin always enjoyed the flowers on the altar at Holy Trinity Church and thought that “someday” she would get involved with that endeavor. That day came after she retired and found she had more time to dedicate toward providing flowers for the glory of God in the church. Along with six teams of two […]
WC volleyball team made it to the Gold Bracket Championship Game on Saturday
Warren Central volleyball team had some impressive performances on Saturday at the Pearl Invitational Tournament. The Lady Vikes pulled off four wins and made it to the Gold Bracket Championship Game for the first time in the school’s history. At the tournament, WC defeated Richland(2-0), Wayne County(2-0), West Jones(2-1),...
Bryan Norcross: Remembering Hurricane Andrew as it threatened Louisiana as 2024 tropical Atlantic stays quiet
On this day 32 years ago, Hurricane Andrew was at Category 4 strength, showed signs of strengthening, and was aiming at southeastern Louisiana. The National Hurricane Center extended the Hurricane Warning to include the entire Louisiana and most of the Mississippi coast. Metro New Orleans was on alert. The storm that had ripped across South Florida was forecast to tiptoe onto the northern Gulf coast. Exactly where was the big question.
Sleeping teen critically injured as alleged drunk driver crashes into New Orleans East home
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A sleeping teenager was critically injured early Sunday (Aug. 25) when an alleged drunk driver lost control of an SUV and plowed the vehicle into the bedroom of a New Orleans East home, police said. The crash occurred around 4:02 a.m. at a house on the...
2 men arrested for double shooting on Illinois Avenue
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Two men have been arrested for a double shooting that happened on Illinois Avenue in Shreveport. Officials with the Shreveport Police Department say around 2 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, officers responded to a 911 call about a fight in the 4300 block of Illinois Avenue in the city’s Mooretown area. While on the scene, officers heard multiple gunshots.
Mayor confirms downtown building has unpaid water payments as SWEPCO disconnection approaches
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—The Hertz Investment Group, the owner of Regions Tower, must pay by Thursday, August 29, or the building’s power will be cut. The deadline was Monday, but Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell urged SWEPCO to give the office building’s paying tenants more time to make arrangements.
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