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Governor Landry Announces New Appointment to the LSU Board of Supervisors
Today, Governor Jeff Landry announced the appointment of Blaise Zuschlag to the LSU Board of Supervisors. Blaise will finish the remainder of his father’s term, Richard Zuschlag, who passed away in June. “Richard Zuschlag lived a life dedicated to serving his state. From starting Acadian Companies to his many...
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...
Woman's Hospital holds ribbon-cutting for Louisiana's first inpatient mental health unit solely dedicated to pregnant, postpartum, and post-pregnant women
BATON ROUGE --- This week, Woman’s Hospital celebrated the opening of the brand new Perinatal Mental Health Unit (PMHU) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that included Woman’s President and CEO Rene Ragas, Gov. Jeff Landry, Louisiana Surgeon General Dr. Ralph Abraham, LDH Secretary Michael Harrington, state lawmakers, elected officials and a host of hospital, community and business leaders. Woman’s PMHU is Louisiana’s first inpatient mental health unit solely dedicated to serving the specialized needs of women who are pregnant, up to one year postpartum or have suffered a pregnancy loss within the last year. Patients will start being admitted in September.
Sen. Cassidy column: We owe our veterans the best care we can deliver
In July, New Orleans hosted the 43rd National Veteran Wheelchair Games organized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Paralyzed Veterans of America. As I participated in the games’ ceremonies, I saw the magic of rehabilitation coupled with faith for our wounded veterans. But it’s not just physical scars our veterans need […]
ULM Earns First Win of 2024 Season
ULM volleyball secured its first win of the 2024 season with a decisive 3-0 victory over South Carolina State, winning sets 25-13, 25-17, and 25-23. The Warhawks, who previously lost to Alabama State and Nicholls State, demonstrated dominance in each set, especially during critical scoring runs that shifted momentum in their favor. Key performances came from Ariana Brown, who led with 12 kills, and Ryley Boyne, who contributed 9 kills alongside 35 assists from Morgan Howard. This win marks a positive turn as ULM moves forward in their season.
Chatham Water System New Hope St. Clair Customers Under Boil Advisory
The Chatham Water System has been placed under boil advisory by the Louisiana Department of Health because of a break in the main line. This boil advisory affects New Hope St. Clair Water customers. The New Hope booster station is experiencing electrical problems causing the booster pump failure. Therefore, as...
JHHS comes up short but takes away many positives from Bayou Jamb
Jonesboro-Hodge drove over one river and treaded water with another. That was the “shorthand” report of what took place on Saturday when JHHS traveled to Monroe to take on Red River High School in the annual Bayou Jamb that was played at Malone Stadium on the campus of the University of Louisiana-Monroe (ULM).
Bayou Jamb finished up with plenty of great games on Saturday
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The 2024 Bayou Jamb wrapped up Saturday night after a full day of football. Five games packed with action all at Malone Stadium in the last preseason action before it all officially kicks off next week. Neville vs Ruston; Evangel vs West Monroe; St. Frederick vs...
Evening Forecast – Saturday, August 31st
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Tonight, the last of the showers ending early into the night leaving the Ark-La-Miss with some partly cloudy skies. Moisture in the area keeps dew point temperatures as the floor for actual temperatures tonight, with overnight lows staying in the low to mid 70s. Winds stay light out of the east.
Grambling State University paves the way with Louisiana’s first Digital Library; how does it work?
GRAMBLING, La. (KTVE/KARD) – This year, Grambling State University became the first Historically Black University (HBCU) and the first university in Louisiana to have a Digital Library. The library comprises various study spaces, history murals, and several computers that give students access to global knowledge. The addition of the...
Monroe-West Monroe Restaurant Week Specials Announced
WEST-MONROE, MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)– From September 9, 2024, to September 15, 2024, Discover Monroe-West Monroe will host the second annual MWM Restaurant Week. According to officials, this celebration is designed to highlight the restaurant culture and local food scene in Ouachita parish. Locally owned restaurants will offer fixed-price menu options and Lunch & brunch options […]
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs. Grambling Tigers: How to watch college football online, TV channel, live stream info, start time
Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) The Grambling Tigers will hit the road to start this year's campaign against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns. Kickoff is scheduled at 8:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at Cajun Field. Saturday's contest might be decided in the trenches. Louisiana was unstoppable...
Steward, Medical Properties Trust agree on hospital deal; impact on Glenwood unclear
WEST MONROE, La. (KNOE) - In a new twist to the Steward Health Care bankruptcy, it was announced in court that Medical Properties Trust (MPT) and Steward have agreed to a framework to take over operations for a group of Steward’s hospitals. The hospitals in question are what’s considered...
National Cutting Horse Association Cotton Stakes event to take place in West Monroe from Sunday, September 1st to Sunday, September 7th
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — From Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, to Sunday, Sept. 7, 2024, the National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) Cotton Stakes event will occur at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center on 501 Mane St. City officials have projected that the NCHA Cotton Stakes event will significantly boost the local economy, estimating an influx […]
1 dead, another in critical condition after shooting inside Lafayette business on Louisiana Avenue; victim identified
LAFAYETTE, La. (LPD) — The Lafayette Police Department received a 911 call regarding several shots being fired inside of a nearby business located in the 1000 block of Louisiana Avenue Around 9:15 a.m. Officers arrived on scene and located two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced...
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