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GALLERY: Nicholls State University Homecoming 2026

Nicholls State University celebrated its 2026 Homecoming festivities with the crowning of Homecoming Queen Ava Wilson and King Joseph Lirette. Also pictured are last year’s Homecoming royalty, along with Prince Evan and Princess Violet, who were named the 2026 Tillou’s Tots Homecoming Prince and Princess. Congratulations to this year’s Colonel royalty!

Thibodaux, LA · 3d
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OUR TOMORROW: Thibodaux High senior thrives both in the classroom and out

The ball is in the air and the crowd rises to its feet in excitement. It’s time for Thibodaux High School senior Carlton Ingram Jr. to go to work. He uses his strength to get past the defender at the line of scrimmage and ahead of the defender. He...

Thibodaux, LA · 15h
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Lafourche Parish School District honors 2026 Students of the Year

The Lafourche Parish School District is proud to recognize three truly exceptional students who were recently selected to represent their schools as Student of the Year. “The selection process for Student of the Year is highly competitive, reflecting the well-rounded nature of our honorees,” said the Lafourche Parish School District. “Students are evaluated based on rigorous criteria including exceptional academic achievement, demonstrated leadership skills, service and community involvement, and outstanding character and school involvement. The students truly are “the total package.”

Lafourche Parish, LA · 2d
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Tarpons, Cardinals, Tigers headed to football State Playoffs

Three Lafourche Parish high school football teams will get the honor of playing an 11th game on Friday night – an honor that only comes with those who make the playoffs. South Lafourche, E.D. White and Thibodaux all earned their way into the postseason this weekend during the LHSAA’s bracket revealing show on Sunday.

Lafourche Parish, LA · 2d
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Led by a sophomore QB, Mandeville is 10-0 and ready to make a deep playoff run

It was a moment that showed the impact Mandeville sophomore QB Krew Collura has had on his team. Skippers kicker Kingsley Hunt had just booted a 40-yard field goal against Northshore to give the visitors a 20-17 District 6-5A victory for win No. 9 en route to a perfect 10-0 season and district title.

Mandeville, LA · 3d

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Meet the 3 St. Tammany Schools 'Students of the Year'

Three St. Tammany Parish Public School students were named the district's "Students of the Year," beating out thousands of other students in the school system. Fifth-grader Lena Gardner from Sloan Middle School is the STTPS "Elementary Division Student of the Year." Elise Federico, an 8th grader at Mandeville Junior High, was selected as the "Middle/Junior High Division Student of the Year." Meanwhile, senior Owen Esté from Fontainebleau High School is the "High School Division Student of the Year."

Mandeville, LA · 4d

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Campus resources that are accessible to all learners

Beyond the traditional college student, contemporary learners can access all campus resources and use them to their advantage. A contemporary learner is not necessarily someone who is attending college straight out of high school. Many of these students have responsibilities outside of the classroom that can make the college experience look different from what people typically expect.

Hammond, LA · 1d

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Lafourche Parish School District celebrates grand opening of new state-of-the-art Transportation Center in Lockport

The Lafourche Parish School District (LPSD) celebrated a major investment in student transportation and safety with the ribbon cutting of its brand-new, state-of-the-art Transportation Center in Lockport, along with the official launch of its new partnership with First Student. The new transportation hub represents a significant step forward for the...

Lafourche Parish, LA · 1d

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Low scores, high stakes: 2 New Orleans schools fight to stay open

Leaders of two New Orleans K-8 schools asked the district last week to let them keep their charters, despite years of low test scores. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in the Lower 9th Ward, and Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M., in Gentilly, are two of the four schools the district is considering closing at the end of this school year.

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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Lafourche Parish School District announces new, state-of-the-art Transportation Center in Lockport

The Lafourche Parish School Board proudly announces a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the brand-new LPSD Transportation Center in Lockport. This event will also mark the official launch of the district’s partnership with First Student, featuring a fleet of 115 brand-new, air-conditioned 2027 model school buses. The...

Lockport, LA · 3d

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College bands are back: Meet 4 Tulane groups behind movement

Strings are replacing soundboards this year at Tulane University. Several new student-led bands have popped up on campus, following a nationwide resurgence as live music and rock music top streaming charts. Between performances at fraternity houses, sorority date parties and local venues, Tulane’s student bands are attacking a range of...

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Student Technology Fee Committee to undergo student-fee funded budget revisions following surplus discovery

Nicholls State University’s Student Technology Fee Committee is undergoing revisions to its student fee-funded budget following the discovery of a $60,000 surplus. The Student Technology Fee Committee consists of nine students representing various organizations on campus, such as the Student Government Association and Nicholls’ seven colleges, and eight faculty representatives.

Thibodaux, LA · 4d

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Four Louisiana quarterbacks earn Manning Futures recognition following outstanding performances

NEW ORLEANS (November 10, 2026) – The Allstate Sugar Bowl has recognized four Louisiana high school quarterbacks through its Manning Futures program following outstanding performances on the field, highlighted by a combined 12 touchdown passes. Da’John Howard of Salmen, Alericq Valentine of De La Salle, Jack Grace of Country...

Metairie, LA · 3d

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Regions’ Extra Credit designed to help Louisiana families navigate college financing

A great event for families planning for college is happening Thursday, Nov. 12.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Students asked for more and the REC looks into expanding it

Recreational Sports and Wellness is expanding its services and programs to create more opportunities for students, faculty, staff and the Hammond community. From intramural sports and fitness classes to monthly tournaments and specialized workshops, the REC, also known as the Pennington Student Activity Center, continues to offer new ways for university members and the community to participate in recreational activities.

Hammond, LA · 3d

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Low scores, high stakes: 2 New Orleans schools fight to stay open

Leaders of two New Orleans K-8 schools asked the district last week to let them keep their charters, despite years of low test scores. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in the Lower 9th Ward, and Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M., in Gentilly, are two of the four schools the district is considering closing at the end of this school year.

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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LHSAA prep football playoff brackets, bi-district matchups released

LHSAA prep football playoff brackets, bi-district matchups released

Slidell, LA · 5d

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State Tournament Preview: 6 St. Tammany volleyball teams are headed to the Cajundome

Six St. Tammany Parish volleyball teams have punched their ticket to the Cajundome this week to compete in the LHSAA state tournament. On Thursday, all six teams will play in the quarterfinals, and those who advance will play in the semifinals on Friday. The championship matches begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday.

St Tammany Parish, LA · 5d

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Road to the Dome: Bayou Region bi-district football playoff matchups

The LHSAA has released the 2026 football playoff brackets, and seven teams from Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes — plus several more from the wider Bayou Region — are set for bi-district games Nov. 12-14. Exact kickoff times and sites will be announced later. No. 24 Terrebonne at No....

Terrebonne Parish, LA · 4d

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New Orleans doctor uses lived experience to lead new medical cohorts at Xavier University

Xavier University of Louisiana will open the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine next year, marking a new chapter in its nearly 100-year legacy of excellence. The new medical school will be the fifth historically Black college and university medical school in the United States. Dr. Leo Seoane, the founding dean...

New Orleans, LA · 4d