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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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. -
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.
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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