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Washington Parish Coalition on Human Services donates funds to Cribs for Kids
Rhonda Gunnell Washington Parish Coalition on Human Services (WPCHS) supports the Cribs for Kids program that helps ensure that every baby sleeps safely. WPCHS has authorized funds to purchase 2 pack-n-plays to benefit parents who enroll in the Cribs for Kids program. The fiscal agency of WPCHS, ADAPT, has committed to purchasing 5 pack-n-plays for […] The post Washington Parish Coalition on Human Services donates funds to Cribs for Kids appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Humane Society of Louisiana takes custody of 13 dogs
Washington Parish couple charged with cruelty to animals FRANKLINTON, La. – On September 29, Washington Parish residents contacted the Humane Society of Louisiana (“HSLA”) and reported observing multiple dogs housed in small kennels near an abandoned trailer, located at 27724 Unicorn Hills Street, in Franklinton. They also reported hearing and seeing additional dogs inside the […] The post Humane Society of Louisiana takes custody of 13 dogs appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bogalusa City Schools getting upgrades
BOGALUSA, La. – The Bogalusa City School Board has announced various upgrades they are making to its schools. These upgrades include beautification, new equipment as well as safety protocols and equipment.. When it comes to beautification, the landscaping surrounding the schools will be upgraded to improve the physical appearance of the city schools. There will […] The post Bogalusa City Schools getting upgrades appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bogalusa Blues and Heritage Festival 5K results
These are the results of the Bogalusa Blues and Heritage Festival 5K. The race was timed by Audrey Jackson from Diva Timing with the assistance of Chris Waldron. Position Bib # Name Finish time ± Group 1 130 Glynn Augustine 19:41.5 00:00.0 5K Overall Male 2 161 Shawn Stewart 21:18.0 01:36.5 5K RUN 30-39 Male […] The post Bogalusa Blues and Heritage Festival 5K results appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Jury finds Kelton Johnson, Jr. guilty of manslaughter
FRANKLINTON, La. – 22nd Judicial District Attorney, Warren Montgomery, has announced that on September 28, 2023, a jury in Washington Parish unanimously found Kelton L. Johnson, Jr., 23, guilty of Manslaughter. He will face up to 20 years in prison. His sentencing is set for October 23, 2023. The trial was presided over by District […] The post Jury finds Kelton Johnson, Jr. guilty of manslaughter appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
PUBLIC NOTICE City of Bogalusa LCDBG Application Available for Review
The City of Bogalusa will hold a public hearing at 6:00 p.m. on October 2, 2023. The hearing will be held at the City Hall located at 202 Arkansas Avenue, Bogalusa, LA 70427. The purpose of the meeting is to obtain views on the community development needs of the City of Bogalusa and to discuss […] The post PUBLIC NOTICE City of Bogalusa LCDBG Application Available for Review appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Early Voting starts tomorrow for Louisiana
WASHINGTON PARISH, La. – Early voting for the October 14 election begins tomorrow across Louisiana. Any registered voter is allowed to early vote. You must vote in the area in which you are registered. Check your registration here. The early voting period will be Saturday, Sept. 30 until Oct....
Bogalusa Blues and Heritage Festival celebrating 10th year
BOGALUSA, La. – The 10th Bogalusa Blues and Heritage Festival kicks off today in Cassidy Park. This is the second year of the festival following its cancelation in 2020 due to the pandemic. Michelle Goode, the executive chair of the festival committee, said that the event couldn’t have happened without the major sponsors B&C ATMs […] The post Bogalusa Blues and Heritage Festival celebrating 10th year appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bogalusa City School Board passes new student code of conduct
BOGALUSA, La. – The Bogalusa City School Board tonight voted in favor of making changes to the city’s student code of conduct. Before this vote, the student code of conduct listed the consequences of fighting for all students as the following: First offense – In-school suspension Second offense – Discipline hearing Group fight – Expulsion […] The post Bogalusa City School Board passes new student code of conduct appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Ribbon cutting for Star Academy at Bogalusa High School
BOGALUSA, La. – The newly implemented Star Academy at Bogalusa High School (BHS) was celebrated during a ceremonial ribbon cutting today. Community leaders were given a tour of the hallway dedicated to the hands-on learning program. “Students do their best work when they can touch it, feel it, and see it with their own eyes,” […] The post Ribbon cutting for Star Academy at Bogalusa High School appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Suspects in Dollar General robberies named
WASHINGTON PARISH, La. – The Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office (WPSO) has named the suspects in thefts at local Dollar General stores. The suspects, both with warrants for their arrest, are as follows: Adaryl Dashawn Bickham (born 07/13/1994), Franklinton area resident. Tyrais Robinson (born 03/12/1996), Franklinton area resident. “Detective [Russell] Walker, a seasoned investigator with the […] The post Suspects in Dollar General robberies named appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office seeks public assistance in identifying retail theft suspect
FRANKLINTON, La. – On September 23, 2023, the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office launched an investigation into a retail theft incident that occurred at the Dollar General store located in Franklinton, Louisiana. Detectives are actively seeking the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect responsible for this crime. According to the preliminary investigation, an unidentified […] The post Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office seeks public assistance in identifying retail theft suspect appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bogalusa Garden Guild held first meeting of the season
Cathy Ritchie The Bogalusa Garden Guild has started their new season with Fall excitement. The meeting was led by pledges and included prayers, reviewing the named officers and sharing ideas and thoughts of upcoming months and events. A bell was given to each member as a gift. Each bell was hand-painted with a flower or […] The post Bogalusa Garden Guild held first meeting of the season appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Annual National Night Out set for Oct. 3
As part of National Night Out, an annual community-building campaign, local law enforcement agencies have planned a night of fun for the community. The free event is set for Tuesday, Oct. 3rd from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Cassidy Park. There will be free food and drinks, shirts, bounce houses and a DJ. “It’s […] The post Annual National Night Out set for Oct. 3 appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Timothy Holdiness joins staff of Bogalusa Daily News
Timothy Holdiness, a native of north Louisiana, has joined the team at Bogalusa Daily News as a news reporter. He has written for numerous publications, including KTBS in Shreveport, The Current Sauce in Natchitoches, and the international news site ESCXTRA. Holdiness earned an Associate of Science in 2020 from Bossier Parish Community College where he […] The post Timothy Holdiness joins staff of Bogalusa Daily News appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Louisiana Governor Addresses Growing Saltwater Intrusion Threat
On September 22, Governor John Bel Edwards convened a modified Unified Command Group (UCG) meeting in New Orleans to discuss the escalating saltwater intrusion threat in the Lower Mississippi River region. The gathering included several parish presidents and representatives from the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP), the Louisiana Department of Health […] The post Louisiana Governor Addresses Growing Saltwater Intrusion Threat appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Fugitive Arrested: Louisiana Man Faces Justice After 1991 Attempted Murder Case
A Louisiana man, previously convicted of attempted second-degree murder in 1991 and on the run since the verdict, has been taken into custody in Mexico following a recent tip received by the FBI in New Orleans. Greg Lawson, 63, from Ringgold, Louisiana, had been a fugitive since the guilty verdict in May 1991. The FBI […] The post Fugitive Arrested: Louisiana Man Faces Justice After 1991 Attempted Murder Case appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bowling Green lifer Pat King passes away, colleagues send condolences
Bowling Green lifer Patrick King passed away this week following his battle with cancer. King spent most of his life at Bowling Green as a student, teacher and coach. King started his career at Bowling Green in 2001, and stayed there for 14 years. In 2015, he was named the athletic director of Oak Forest […] The post Bowling Green lifer Pat King passes away, colleagues send condolences appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
USDA Announces Additional $5 Million for Organic Dairy Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is unveiling a second round of financial support, allocating an additional $5 million through the Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP). This initiative aims to aid dairy producers in grappling with market volatility, soaring input and transportation costs, and unstable feed supply and prices, which have uniquely impacted the […] The post USDA Announces Additional $5 Million for Organic Dairy Producers appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Police Respond Promptly, Arrest Three and Seize Narcotics and Firearms in Operation
On Saturday, September 16, 2023, the Bogalusa Police Department swiftly responded to a distressing report of a group of individuals seen carrying firearms near the intersection of Claiborne and Jefferson Street. This proactive action led to the apprehension of multiple suspects and the confiscating of a substantial amount of narcotics and firearms. Upon reaching the […] The post Police Respond Promptly, Arrest Three and Seize Narcotics and Firearms in Operation appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
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