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Louisiana Residents Urged to Update Social Security Info
SHREVEPORT, LA - Louisiana residents should not ignore the latest information from the Social Security Administration. You probably got an email message from the agency this month. It's real and is not a scam. What Does the Social Security Want?. You are being asked to update your online Social Security...
HIV is no longer a death sentence. But under Louisiana law, it can be a prison sentence.
Robert Suttle thought enlisting in the Air Force after college in 2003 would give his life structure. Instead, the enlistment process gave the Shreveport resident a life-changing diagnosis: He was HIV positive at age 24. Suttle was in shock. He didn’t know anyone with HIV. Even as a young gay...
Natchitoches police investigating shooting on Lakeview Drive
NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB) - The Natchitoches Police Department said they are investigating an early morning shooting that happened on Lakeview Drive. NPD responded to the 400 block of Lakeview Drive around 4:01 a.m. on July 25 regarding gunshots in the area. When officers arrived, they found several bullet casings in the road with property damage to a vehicle and a residence.
Buyer steps in for Louisiana hospital amid national chain's bankruptcy
Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe may soon be under new ownership after its parent company, the bankrupt Steward Health, received a bid for the hospital this week as it tries offload around 30 hospitals across the country. American Healthcare System, a California-based company formed in 2021, offered $500,000...
Still no suspect in 2023 murder of Carroll High School student
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)— It’s been just over a year since a teenage boy was murdered in Monroe. Police have yet to identify a suspect in the case and our Chelsea Monae sends a reminder the case remains unsolved. Every parent’s worst nightmare is burying their child. On July...
DA announces dispositions in theft cases
District Attorney Billy Joe Harrington announced the dispositions in three felony theft cases. Matthew Robinson, 20 of Natchitoches, violated the terms of his probation. In 2022, Robinson originally pleaded guilty to theft. The theft related to an unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. He was sentenced to felony probation, with several terms and conditions in which he must adhere. In April 2024, a probation revocation hearing was held due to Robinson accused of violating the terms of his probation. Judge Sylvester ruled Robinson was in violation and ordered him to serve the original sentence of 10 years of incarceration at hard labor.
A Passion for Fashion: Gabby Godfrey
Overall, the look was effortless chic with a twist of color. A white Twin Sister dress that fit Gabby Godfrey like a glove. It was the first photo shoot created by the then 17-year-old aspiring model from Natchitoches that would be the foundation of a portfolio for a hopeful future career in modeling and fashion design.
Latonzia Beavers selected for prestigious National Teacher Leadership Program
Twelve teacher leaders from across the country will join the inaugural class for the NIET Fellows Program. The National Institute for Excellence in Teaching is among the largest trainers of teacher leaders, with more than 35,000 teacher leaders trained to date. The new NIET Fellows Program selects teacher leaders for a dynamic one-year program to deepen their knowledge of instructional best practices and more effectively support the work taking place within and beyond their school and district.
State Representative expresses concerns about new owners of Glenwood Regional Medical Center
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–With the sale of Glenwood Regional Medical Center people in the area are hopeful that American Healthcare Systems will do a better job managing it. Two community leaders are hoping that the new owners of Glenwood can turn around the story of the hospital that was plagued with mismanagement, lack […]
Jenny Fuller named NSU softball head coach
NATCHITOCHES, La. (NSU) - Northwestern State Director of Athletics Kevin Bostian announced on Wednesday the hiring of Jenny Fuller, winner of the 2024 Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association Coach of the Year award, as the 13th head softball coach in program history. “We went through an exhaustive search with a large...
Genovese says reception is ‘overwhelming’
Northwestern State University hosted a press conference and reception to introduce James T. Genovese as the university’s 21st president Tuesday, July 23. Genovese and his family were met with congratulations from the university and Natchitoches communities, elected officials, alumni and school supporters.Genovese expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support he received during and after the…
Bastrop police searching for missing sisters, asks for public’s help
BASTROP, La. (KNOE) - The Bastrop Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating two juvenile sisters who were reported missing this afternoon (July 24). According to BPD, Keyshia and Ceddrell Jackson left home on July 23 around 10:30 p.m. Authorities said the sisters were last seen at Southpoint Loop apartments.
Craft Beer and Wine Festival will have live entertainment
The TappedTober Craft Beer and Wine Festival returns to the historic downtown Natchitoches riverbank on Oct. 12. This year’s festival promises to be the best yet, headlined by the renowned Uncle Kracker, known for his chart-topping hits like “Follow Me,” “Drift Away,” and “Smile.”Adding to the excitement, social media sensation Lanie Gardner will grace the stage. Gardner skyrocketed to fame with…
Demons share belief and excitement at Opening Drive
Belief – a simple word that carries a much larger impact, especially for the Northwestern State football team.That concept – and an atmosphere of excitement – permeated the Demons’ time at Monday’s Southland Conference Opening Drive event at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.“I wouldn’t say it came quickly,” junior linebacker Cadillac Rhone said. “We grew that belief through spring ball and…
20-year-old indicted for involvement in Monroe gas station shooting
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - One of the suspects involved in the Murphy Oil gas shooting that happened on March 29, 2024, has been indicted, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office - Western District of Louisiana. 20-year-old Tristan Barber has been charged with two counts of possession of firearms by...
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