Meet the Candidates Forum - Ouachita Parish School Board
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Mississippi has the largest proportional Black population in the country. It's one reason the U.S. Senate race has seen millions in last-minute spending and high-profile campaign visits.
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News From KEDM
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The 2026 Louisiana Book Festival returns Saturday, October 3th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in downtown Baton Rouge. -
The City of Monroe will host the annual DOTD District 05 Road Show at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2026 to discuss City plans of 2027. -
The ULM football team snapped Troy’s home win streak in a 21-14 contest, with Bryant Vincent now 2-0 when playing at Troy.
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The Union Museum of History and Art will glow in the dark starting Halloween night with a costume party opening the “Shattered Prism—Art That Defies the Limits of Physics” blacklight art show.
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On October 29, 2026, the Flying Tiger Brewery will host the Fright Night 5k, a race through Downtown Monroe.
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A localized ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia took effect early Tuesday ahead of a humanitarian mission brokered by U.S. first lady Melania Trump, as missile attacks resumed in Kyiv. -
President Trump campaigned Monday in Mississippi, as he continued a closing midterm rally blitz that has highlighted Republicans' challenges ahead of an election that could drastically shift power in Washington. -
Israel is holding its first elections since the Hamas-led attacks of 2023 triggered a chain of conflicts across the region — a quick guide the key players, issues and when to expect a result.
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Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers
Ethan Fields held the first-place trophy at the Bass Pro Shops-presented Nitro Boats Bassmaster Elite Qualifier at Toledo Bend Reservoir.
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Doug Duffey & B.A.D.D. performed at the Rhythm & Relief Concert for KEDM. These talented musicians wowed the crowd with their energy and passion as they volunteered their time and skills to support public radio.
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The annual Halloween tradition Boo at the Zoo returns to the Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo.
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