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School supply prices spiking: Monroe residents struggling to keep up
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — School supply prices have spiked by 24% in the past two years. Monroe residents pockets are paying the hefty price as a result. To jack the prices up on school supplies when you want children to finish school and have a way to make it in this world it’s becoming ridiculous. […]
Multiple suspects responsible for several West Monroe vehicle burglaries; one suspect in custody
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. OUACHITA PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD)– On July 17, 2024, the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies responded to several vehicle burglaries in the Knoll Creek neighborhood, off of Good Hope Road, in West Monroe, La. According to authorities, the burglaries were from unsecured vehicles, with the suspects only […]
Former GSU player killed in Ruston crash
Jazmin “Paso” Boyd, a former star Grambling State University basketball player, was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Ruston Friday night. The crash occurred on West Alabama Avenue at Goyne Street near Park Ridge Estates. Preliminary reports indicate Boyd’s vehicle hit a utility pole. Further details were not available over the weekend.
Get ready Bearcat fans: Reserved seating renewals starts today
Reserved seating season ticket holders for the returning state champion Ruston High School will be receiving an email today with information on renewing their seats for an exciting year. Current season ticket holders have until Sunday, Aug. 4, to renew. Fans will also have the option to reserve a parking...
Shreveport ministry to host back-to-school event
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A local ministry is set to host a back-to-school event on Saturday. Refreshing Point Ministries is gearing up to host an exciting Back-to-School Bootcamp on Saturday, July 27. This free event will be held from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 9279 Linwood Avenue in Shreveport.
Bossier Community Unites for a Night of Comedy for a Great Cause
Tuesday, July 30th Plan to Head to the East Bank in Bossier for a Night of Comedy. Three familiar faces are taking the stage to make us laugh and help raise for one of our own who is going through a very difficult time and could use our prayers and encouragement.
Shreveport acting studio has found a new home after being forced to suspend operations
A Shreveport acting studio has found a new home after announcing its suspension of operations on June 20 following the sale of city-owned Millennium Studios. On July 22, Garrett Kruithof, actor and owner of Northwood Acting Studio made a Facebook post stating, "I'm thrilled to announce that I've signed a lease for an...
LSU Health Shreveport buying former Sears building
SHREVEPORT, La. - LSU Health Shreveport is growing, and with growth comes the need for new space to conduct their research. LSU Health Shreveport is working hard to expand their research program. The school has already increased research by 25 percent and is running out of research space. "We are...
Shreveport man awaiting trial for child molestation faces more charges
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — A Shreveport man awaiting trial faces additional charges. According to a media release from the Shreveport Police Department, 43-year-old Cortez Lane. Lane, who is currently awaiting trial for molestation of a juvenile, is now facing an additional charge of second-degree rape for an unrelated matter.
Family celebrates 100th family reunion
MINDEN, Louisiana (KTBS) — Over a century ago, the Roe family gathered for a Juneteenth celebration which started a yearly tradition of bringing the family together each year to Minden, La. This weekend they celebrate their 100th family reunion. The Roe’s reunion started in Red Hill, La., when when...
A former Hometown Patriot needs your help
BENTON, La - Charles Evans needs your help to rebuild his life. Evans' home in Benton was damaged by the storms whipped up by Hurricane Beryl. Todd Adcock, a local contractor, has set up a GoFundMe account to cover the costs of materials for the much-needed repairs. Their goal is...
2 teachers from Greater Baton Rouge area chosen for national training program, to get $10K stipend
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – Five Louisiana teachers have been chosen for a one-year training program to deepen their knowledge of supporting students and faculty in and around their districts. Two are from the Greater Baton Rouge area. 12 educators nationwide were chosen for the fellows program with the...
South Arkansas Regional Hospital nurse retires after 56 years of service
El Dorado, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — On Tuesday, July 16, 2024, Gladys Davis, who has worked at South Arkansas Regional Hospital for 56 years, worked her last shift. She began her career at the age of 15 working part time at Warner Brown Hospital. After graduating with her LPN in 1968, Davis joined Union Memorial Hospital full […]
Black women in Natchez excited about prospect of a President Kamala Harris
NATCHEZ — Women leaders in the Black community here say that Kamala Harris’s seeking the Democratic presidential nomination has energized the party and will motivate non-traditional voters to go to the polls. Jarita Frazier-King, a Natchez businesswoman, community organizer, and activist, said she hopes the Democratic party makes the smart choice and Harris becomes the […] The post Black women in Natchez excited about prospect of a President Kamala Harris appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Brookshire Grocery Co. to Acquire Mac’s Market in Jena
TYLER, Texas, July 22, 2024 – Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) and Mac’s Market announced today that they have entered into an agreement under which BGC will acquire the Mac’s location in Jena, La. This location will become a Spring Market store following a short closing for conversion next month.
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