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School in Vernon Parish on lockdown after threat

VERNON PARISH, La. (KALB) - The Vernon Parish School Board has announced that Parkway Elementary School is on lockdown due to an anonymous threat that allegedly originated in the New Orleans area. VPSB said they understand that the lockdown is concerning for families. They urge parents to keep up with...

Vernon Parish, LA · 1d
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Natchitoches Parish student recognized for superior academic achievement by National Society of High School Scholars

ATLANTA, GA – The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) recently announced student Ethel Marie Guidry from Melrose, LA, has been selected to become a member of the esteemed organization. The Society recognizes top scholars who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship, and community commitment. The announcement was made by NSHSS Co-founder and President James W. Lewis.

Natchitoches Parish, LA · 1d
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Natalie Ducote named 2026 Natchitoches Parish Principal of the Year

The Natchitoches Parish School Board has named Natalie Ducote, principal of NSU Middle Lab School, as its 2026 Principal of the Year. Ducote was recognized for her leadership, dedication and commitment to her school community, including multiple consecutive years of growth at NSU Middle Lab School. Natchitoches Parish Schools Superintendent...

Natchitoches Parish, LA · 16h
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ASH defeats Peabody to go 5-0 in district play

Alexandria Senior High School celebrated more than 55 seniors during Senior Night at its District 2-5A home game against Peabody Magnet High School on Friday, Nov. 7, 2026. ASH rolled to a 56-7 victory over Peabody at Butch Stocker Memorial Stadium. The Trojans are the District 2-5A champions. ASH is 5-0 in district play and 9-1 overall to close out the regular season. Peabody is 0-5 in district and 2-8 overall. This article originally appeared on Alexandria Town Talk: ASH defeats Peabody to go 5-0 in district play

Alexandria, LA · 1d

bossierpress.com

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High school girls basketball: Providence Classical Academy opens season with close loss to 2025-26 Class C runner-up Pleasant Hill

The Providence Classical Academy Lady Knights opened the season with a 48-43 loss to 2025-26 Class C runner-up Pleasant Hill Monday night at home. This is the start of PCA’s third season as a member of the LHSAA, but it’s the first one that yhe Lady Knights are eligible for the district honors and the playoffs.

Pleasant Hill, LA · 1d

Talk Radio 960am

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Louisiana Law Could Cost Parents $250 for School Tardiness

Louisiana parents could face fines or even jail time if their children are repeatedly late to school. Here's what state law says.

Louisiana · 13h

Talk Radio 960am

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The 2026 Louisiana High School Football Playoff Brackets Are Here

The regular season is over and the LHSAA playoffs start this week. See every Select and Non-Select bracket in one place.

Louisiana · 2d

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Louisiana high school football playoff brackets released. See Baton Rouge-area matchups

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The road to a Louisiana high school football state championship is officially underway, with dozens of Baton Rouge-area teams preparing for the first round of the 2026 playoffs. The Louisiana High School Athletic Association released its playoff brackets Sunday, Nov. 8, following the conclusion of...

Louisiana · 9h

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SWLA high school football playoff pairings announced

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Football teams around the state learned where they’re headed next today when the Louisiana High School Athletic Association announced playoff pairings. Southwest Louisiana schools and their Bi-District matchups are listed here. Click on the division to see the full bracket. *Local teams bolded below*

Louisiana · 2d

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Central elementary school receives purple star designation

BALL, La. (KALB) - Veterans Day is near, and Paradise Elementary School held a ceremony on November 9 for local veterans and families. During the ceremony, the school received a Purple Star Designation, thanks to its involvement with military students and families from Camp Beauregard. Military children attend a school...

Ball, LA · 1d

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Four Avoyelles schools meet district attendance goal

Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy leads Avoyelles Parish public schools in year-to-date attendance, with four schools meeting or exceeding the district’s 94% goal, according to an update released Oct. 23. Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy reported a 95.26% attendance rate. Also exceeding the goal were Louisiana School for the Agricultural Sciences...

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 1d

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Louisiana Board of Regents develops Louisiana Opportunity Index to gauge higher education system’s ability to provide career prospects for its students

The Louisiana Board of Regents is developing the new Louisiana Opportunity index to help measure how effectively Louisiana’s higher education system creates career opportunities for its students. Higher Education Commissioner Dr. Kim Hunter Reed says the index allows campuses to assess whether they are career-connected. “What does it look...

Louisiana · 1d

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Marksville High School Celebrates 2026 Homecoming with Week of Tiger Pride

Marksville High School celebrated its 2026 Homecoming with a week of activities from Oct. 27–31, highlighting Tiger pride, school spirit and community tradition. Students participated in themed dress-up days, a Homecoming parade, a pep rally and other festivities surrounding Friday night's football game against the Buckeye Panthers. The celebration...

Marksville, LA · 4d

Louisiana Illuminator

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LSU reinstates law professor suspended for political comments

LSU has reinstated a law professor that it removed from the classroom for making political comments critical of Gov. Jeff Landry in early 2025.  Ken Levy, a tenured professor of criminal law, will make his return to the classroom in the spring semester, two years after he was suspended from teaching.  In an interview, Levy […]

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

97.3 The Dawg

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The 2026 Louisiana High School Football Playoff Brackets Are Here

The regular season is over and the LHSAA playoffs start this week. See every Select and Non-Select bracket in one place.

Louisiana · 2d

crescentcitysports.com

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Friday Night Live: Week 10 Prep Football Coverage

District titles, playoff spots, postseason byes and seed positioning will be determined on the final Friday night of the 2025 regular season. Find all the scores from around the LHSAA first on the comprehensive Allstate Sugar Bowl Louisiana Prep Football Scoreboard. Watch live here on CCS as Archbishop Hannan visits...

Louisiana · 4d

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Avoyelles Charter announces first nine weeks Honor Roll

Avoyelles Public Charter High School has announced its Honor Roll for the first nine weeks grading period, recognizing students for their academic achievement and dedication in the classroom. Principal’s List. 1st Grade: Kendall Bernard, Fenily Builodeau, Silas Craft, Ruby Drouin, Remi Ducote, Jace Guillot, Bryce Hukins, Sutton Jeansonne, Everleigh...

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 3d

Yahoo!

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New scholarships support former foster youth at LSU

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — First lady Melania Trump visited Louisiana State University to highlight a $7.2 million investment in students who have experienced foster care. The funds will create a permanent scholarship fund at LSU. For many who have experienced foster care, figuring out how to cover...

Baton Rouge, LA · 3d

gridironfootballusa.com

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Haynes Academy (LA) 2027 LB Carter Sternberger Named Gridiron Football National Player of Week 9!

Haynes Academy showed up for Carter Sternberger, and the Yellow Jackets’ standout linebacker has a national honor to show for it. After recording 15 tackles, two pass breakups, and a fumble recovery against Booker T. Washington, the Class of 2027 prospect received 80,537 votes to earn the Gridiron Football National Player of the Week award for Week 9.

Metairie, LA · 4d