Meet the Candidates Forum - Ouachita Parish School Board
Jeff Crouere, Communications Director, Louisiana Department of Treasury
Louisiana State Treasurer is calling for a major increase in Louisiana’s homestead exemption, saying homeowners should be better protected from rising property values.
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On Thursday, October 22nd, at 5:30 p.m., the ULM Museum of Natural History celebrates Archaeology Month in Louisiana with guest speaker Diana M. Greenlee. -
On Friday, October 9th, United States District Judge Jerry Edwards, Jr., sentenced Shreveport resident Timothy Wayne Griffin to 130 months in federal prison, followed by four years of supervised release. -
West Monroe resident Heath A. Foster was sentenced to 156 months in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release.
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Mayor Friday Ellis and Police Chief Vic Zordan publish an official statement to the public and the family regarding the child homicide investigation. -
October 24, 2026 will see the return of the Bayou D'Arbonne Folk Festival, featuring three Bluegrass Bands and many different forms of entertainment.
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Free samples, high-pressure pitches and $50,000 bills: An NPR investigation reveals how a network of mall skincare stores systematically targeted older adults and people with disabilities across the U.S. -
For years, customers have complained of aggressive sales tactics and charges at mall skincare stores. NPR investigated the business that connects many of them. -
Kansas voters could send a Democrat to the Senate for the first time in nearly a century — and flip the governor's office back to Republican control, even in what could be a tough year for the GOP.
Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office
Deputies with the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, along with investigators, responded to Blazier Street following a report of a deceased individual.
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.
Lagniappe
LA64, a new, original Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) travel series that features all 64 parishes across Louisiana, visits Ouachita Parish for filming of Season 2.
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