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News From KEDM
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The Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center expands in collaboration with Kalogon, a leading manufacturer of smart seating solutions.
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Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and Volunteer Louisiana announced the opening of the Request for Proposals for the 2027-2028 AmeriCorps State Formula grants. New applicants must submit a Notice of Interest to Apply by Sunday, January 3, at 11:59 p.m. The final application deadline is February 28.
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New exhibition opening at the F. Jay Taylor Visual Arts Center on the Louisiana Tech Campus in Ruston, LA.
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University of Louisiana Monroe School of Visual and Performing Arts faculty members, Scot Humes, DMA, and James Boldin, DMA, attended and performed at international conferences in South Korea and Poland during the summer of 2026.
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The Louisiana Supreme Court is observing Constitution Day 2026 at the Chief Justice Pascal F. Calogero, Jr. Courthouse, starting September 17 and continuing until September 30.
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The Trump administration has been pursuing a quiet immigration crackdown strategy: limiting access to health care and public services. The American Academy of Pediatrics is sounding the alarm about the impact on children.
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A Trump administration proposal would change access to Head Start for children experiencing homelessness and the kind of care they would receive if they do get in.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks to the European Parliament, following the European Union's invitation to Canada to become the bloc's first "associate member," which rankled President Trump.
USPS Operation Santa and the U.S. Postal Service are now accepting holiday letters from children and families throughout the continental U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.
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
The St. Francis Foundation will be holding a raffle for two cars until Midnight on September 25, 2026.
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