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Mississippi teen who reportedly fled from officers arrested in Louisiana
A Mississippi teen who reportedly fled from officers in a stolen vehicle was arrested in Louisiana. The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office reports that a Brookhaven teen was one of three suspects arrested. According to a press release, the teen is believed to be the driver. Shawn Ratcliff, 18,...
Recall Expands For Popular Deli Meat Sold in Louisiana and Texas
Inspectors discovered 'heavy discolored meat buildup, meat overspray on walls, and large pieces of meat on the floor' of the plant. According to the documentation provided, there were 69 recorded instances of 'noncompliance' with federal guidelines this year. Continue reading…
Dr. Wyche T. Coleman appointed as deputy surgeon general of Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, La. - Louisiana has a new deputy surgeon general. Dr. Wyche T. Coleman III is an ophthamologist and cataract surgeon with Willis Knighton Eye Institute. Coleman grew up in Louisiana. He studied at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. Coleman completed his medical education and ophthalmology residency there. His clinical expertise includes advanced cataract surgery, LASIK, PRK, and the management of chronic eye conditions.
House Speaker Mike Johnson shares re-election plans for Ouachita Parish during visit
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) stopped by the University of Louisiana at Monroe's Clark Williams Technology Success Center during a visit to Monroe on Thursday, sharing his vision for the state if re-elected to represent Louisiana's 4th congressional district in Washington, D.C. Johnson, who is the first Speaker of the...
FLOOD WATCH for Capital Area through Saturday evening
Moisture content will stay high all weekend long. This will lead to numerous showers Saturday, and scattered showers Sunday. A FLOOD WATCH is in effect for Baton Rouge and areas to the south and east through Saturday Evening. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of small creeks and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Monitor the forecast and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Louisiana election integrity focuses on absentee ballot issues
(The Center Square) — The November 2023 general election for the office of Sheriff of Caddo Parish, Louisiana was remarkable, and not just because there were 43,241 votes cast and the election was determined by a single vote. In the aftermath of the legal battle that ensued over the one-vote victory, a court case gave a rare insight into the problems with election integrity including absentee mail-in ballots. The lawsuit...
Lawsuit seeks to stop federal rule on oil, gas exploration
(The Center Square) – A lawsuit is challenging a federal rule that three states and trade organizations say could hamper oil and gas exploration and production for small, independent operators on the outer continental shelf. The rule could result in billions in compliance costs for the operators, according to the plaintiffs. The lawsuit also says the rule will destroy 36,000 jobs, take away $10 billion in gross domestic product and...
High school students in Louisiana now required to take financial literacy course
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Louisiana is among the least financially literate states, but lawmakers are hoping to change that with education. A new law requires all high school students in Louisiana to take a financial literacy course. Dr. Patrick Scott, Director of the Center for Economic Research at Louisiana Tech University, says the majority of adults in Louisiana don’t have a college degree, so making it available for teenagers is crucial.
Gov. Landry nominates longtime parole manager to run Louisiana’s prison system
Gov. Jeff Landry has picked a longtime acquaintance with nearly 30 years of experience working in probation and parole services to run the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, which includes the state prison system. Gary Westcott grew up in the same neighborhood as the governor and graduated from St. Martinville High School a few […]
New NSU president discusses goals for the future
NATCHITOCHES, La. - As Northwestern State University begins the fall semester along with incoming freshmen, another new face can be seen on campus — NSU’s 21st president, James T. Genovese. Genovese discussed pressing issues NSU must address along with athletics and enrollment he also added. "The next thing...
Forbes recognizes Edward Jones Financial Advisor in top ranking
Edward Jones Financial Advisor Wil Adams of Natchitoches has been named to the 2024 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State in Louisiana ranking by Forbes and SHOOK(r) Research. The ranking recognizes financial advisors younger than 40 who have at least four years of experience.Adams has served investors locally for 13 years. He leads a branch team that includes Shawn Daily, Mary Durham…
Street named after former Winnsboro chief of police
WINNSBORO, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Today the Town of Winnsboro renamed a street in honor of former Police Chief Lester Thomas Jr. NBC 10’s Joel Massey has more on why they are honoring him. Julia Whitley Thomas is the mother of Winnsboro Police Chief Lester Thomas Jr. “I can remember at the age of five he […]
Hospital board of commissioners appoints new member
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is pleased to announce that Henry T. Moffett has been appointed to the NRMC Board of Commissioners.The seven-member Board of Commissioners is appointed by the Parish President to govern and provide direction to the health system. The Board of Commissioners ensures legal and regulatory compliance and is responsible for the oversight of hospital…
CEO says technology manager is rock of Outpatient Medical Center
When Kazue Seo introduces herself, she usually gives people a tip on how to pronounce her name “Its pronounced like the big bridge down south: Causeway” Kazue has worked at Outpatient Medical Center for seven years. “Kazue is the rock of OMC,” said OMC’s CEO, Dr. Mark Guidry, “For seven years she has dedicated to OMC’s healthcare mission, working behind the scenes to keep our computer equipment…
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