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Juvenile Arrested for Late-Night Shooting
The Bogalusa Police Department has made an arrest in connection with a late-night shooting near Travis’s Supermarket on Monday, July 3, 2023. During the incident, Jakarvis Curney, a 20-year-old male, sustained a gunshot wound to his lower leg. Authorities swiftly identified and apprehended a 17-year-old juvenile suspect in the shooting. The suspect, whose identity cannot […] The post Juvenile Arrested for Late-Night Shooting appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
BELIEVE Camp celebrates its 10-year anniversary in Bogalusa
The BELIEVE Summer Camp Experience, a performing arts summer camp, founded in 2014 by Southeastern Louisiana native and Bogalusa High School graduate Bruce Sampson, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary by honoring the last nine years of the program. Sampson has been involved in the performing arts for most of his life. He has opened for […] The post BELIEVE Camp celebrates its 10-year anniversary in Bogalusa appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Church News
If you have any information for the Church Notes, please email it to chris.kinkaid@bogalusadailynews.com. Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Mt. Moriah Baptist Church at 1112 Ann Street in Bogalusa will be celebrating our pastor’s 21st anniversary on July 9 from 2 p.m. New Triumph Baptist Church Pastor E.L. Powell will be the speaker. The public is […] The post Church News appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Community Calendar
If you have any information for the Community Calendar, please email it to chris.kinkaid@bogalusadailynews.com. Washington Parish Library has announces July 5-6 event The Washington Parish Reading Program has performances by the Soul Heirs Brass Band on July 5-6. The band performs jazz and Second Line for young audiences. The performances will by on July 5 […] The post Community Calendar appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Council on Aging Menu
The Council on Aging lunch menus for Bogalusa, Franklinton, Pine and Angie for the upcoming week are: July 3 Turkey and sausage jambalaya, cabbage, green peas, wheat bread, fresh fruit, margarine. July 4 Closed July 5 Beef patty, burgundy sauce, duchess potatoes, green beans, wheat bread, cherry craisins, margarine. July 6 Chili dog, cranberry juice, […] The post Council on Aging Menu appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Cassidy Announces $16 Million in Hurricane Relief for Louisiana
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive a total of $16,225,956.04 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in hurricane relief. “While we are years removed from Hurricanes Laura and Ida, our recovery continues,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This funding will help South Louisiana be better prepared for future storms.” Grant Awarded Recipient […] The post Cassidy Announces $16 Million in Hurricane Relief for Louisiana appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Library winner
Mrs. Trudy Lawrence won the Bogalusa Branch Library’s Father’s Day drawing at the beginning of the month. Today, thanks to the Washington Parish Friends of the Library, Mrs. Marsha presented her with a gift card from Bino’s. The library would like to share their appreciation for all that participated and make these drawings possible. The post Library winner appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
American Legion Post 24 honors several for yearly accomplishments
American Legion Post 24 held its annual Awards Dinner and honored several individuals in June. Commander Donald Kuhn, Sr. presented each award winner with a certificate and thanked them for all they do for our community. Those who were honored were Bogalusa Police Officer of the Year, Det. Sgt. Justin Blackwell, Corrections Officer of the […] The post American Legion Post 24 honors several for yearly accomplishments appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Statement from Ready Louisiana Coalition on Historic Investment in Child Care Assistance
BATON ROUGE, LA (June 30, 2023) – On Thursday, June 29, 2023, Gov. John Bel Edwards issued a series of line-item vetoes for HB 1, the state’s budget. Among other items, Gov. Edwards’ actions resulted in the restoration of an additional $7.5 million for early care and education. In combination with the $44 million already allocated by lawmakers […] The post Statement from Ready Louisiana Coalition on Historic Investment in Child Care Assistance appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Church News
If you have any information for the Church Notes, please email it to chris.kinkaid@bogalusadailynews.com. ESM UMC ESM United Methodist Church invites everyone to join us for the following activities. Sunday Activities: Sunday School for all ages begins at 9 a.m. followed by Worship Service at 10 a.m. Youth meet at 5:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting will take place on Wednesday’s beginning this week […] The post Church News appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Cassidy Announces $1.1 Million to Southwest Louisiana Hospital Association for Hurricane Laura Relief
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced that Southwest Louisiana Hospital Association will receive a total of $1,126,558.25 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The funding will be used for Phase 2 temporary facilities at the Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. “During a hurricane, our hospitals are on the front lines taking care of […] The post Cassidy Announces $1.1 Million to Southwest Louisiana Hospital Association for Hurricane Laura Relief appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Cassidy Speaks at Restore or Retreat Annual Meeting, Tours Thoma-Sea
METAIRIE – On June 28, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) addressed the annual meeting of Restore or Retreat, an organization advocating for resources to restore Louisiana’s coastline, specifically the Barataria and Terrebonne basins. Since 2000, Restore or Retreat has supported freshwater and sediment diversions into the Barataria and Terrebonne Basins, marsh creation, shoreline restoration […] The post Cassidy Speaks at Restore or Retreat Annual Meeting, Tours Thoma-Sea appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Cassidy Visits Local Leaders and Tours Medical Supply Distributor in Hammond
BATON ROUGE – This morning, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) took part in a roundtable at Southeastern Louisiana University with elected officials throughout Tangipahoa Parish, as well as officials from Southeastern Louisiana University. They discussed how resources from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) can improve the lives of people in their community. […] The post Cassidy Visits Local Leaders and Tours Medical Supply Distributor in Hammond appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
$16.7 Million in Funding for Infrastructure and Community Projects
The City of Bogalusa has secured a significant amount of $16,725,000 in funding during the 2023 legislative session. This funding will be allocated to critical projects to improve infrastructure and community facilities. The primary funding allocations include $11 million to plan and construct a versatile community center that will also serve as an emergency shelter. […] The post $16.7 Million in Funding for Infrastructure and Community Projects appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Washington Parish Coalition on Human Services held its June meeting
Washington Parish Coalition on Human Services (WPCHS) held its June meeting at the ADAPT Office. The guest speaker was Wendy Castillo, RN with Nurse Family Partnership (NFP). NFP is a program that partners a registered nurse with a first-time mom to provide health education, support, and resources. First time mothers must be less than 28 weeks pregnant […] The post Washington Parish Coalition on Human Services held its June meeting appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
USDA Announces Historic Investment in Wildlife Conservation, Expands Partnership to Include Additional Programs
BOULDER, Colo., June 27, 2023 – On June 27, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing that it will expand its work on wildlife conservation by investing at least $500 million over the next five years and by leveraging all available conservation programs, including the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), through its Working Lands for […] The post USDA Announces Historic Investment in Wildlife Conservation, Expands Partnership to Include Additional Programs appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Cassidy Announces $1.6 Million Grant to Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced the Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $1.6 million grant to the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana, located in Marksville, Louisiana. The grant will provide funding for the construction of a multi-enterprise manufacturing facility that will support the growth of the region’s manufacturing sector and create new jobs. “Investment in […] The post Cassidy Announces $1.6 Million Grant to Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Wreaths Across America Kicks Off Giving in July 2023
COLUMBIA FALLS, ME – June 28, 2023 – Today, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) announces the kickoff to its annual Giving in July campaign! For WAA, this is a month dedicated to celebrating local groups and individuals who participate in the organization’s $5 pay-back Sponsorship Group Program. Through this unique program supporters ‘Do Good Twice’ through each $17 sponsorship […] The post Wreaths Across America Kicks Off Giving in July 2023 appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
ACLU of Louisiana Applauds Governor Edwards’ Veto of Bill Restricting Public Observation of Police
BATON ROUGE — The ACLU of Louisiana released the following statement applauding Governor John Bel Edwards’ veto of House Bill 85, an unconstitutional bill that would have made it a crime to be within 25 feet of law enforcement engaged in official duties when ordered by officers to stay away. “House Bill 85 was a […] The post ACLU of Louisiana Applauds Governor Edwards’ Veto of Bill Restricting Public Observation of Police appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Children’s playground coming to Franklinton
Franklinton is about to have a children’s playground. They are hoping to break ground tentatively by September. “We’re trying to build a playground for the town of Franklinton,” Franklinton Mayor Greg Route said. “Everybody will come once we have it completed.” Some of the features at the playground will be a splashpad, a walking and […] The post Children’s playground coming to Franklinton appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
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