Baskin
Baskin, LA · Business
MyArkLaMiss
Boil water advisory issued for portions of East Richland Water System
DELHI, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Residents served by the East Richland Water System in portions of Richland Parish are under a boil advisory following a service interruption caused by improvements being made by the Town of Delhi’s water service provider. According to East Richland Water System officials, the interruption has resulted in water of “questionable microbiological […]
KNOE TV8
Caldwell Parish fights rising unemployment with hopes for a new industry
COLUMBIA, La.— Caldwell Parish officials are searching for ways to reverse a rising unemployment rate that is forcing residents to leave the community in search of work. Caldwell Parish’s unemployment rate has steadily climbed throughout 2026, now ranging between 3% and 8%. Columbia Mayor Hannah Springer said she ran for office because she saw her community shrinking and recognized the severe economic challenges facing Northeast Louisiana.
myarklamiss.com
National Farmers’ Market Week highlights the impact of local growers
West Monroe, La (KTVE/KARD)– National Farmers Market Week is being observed this week as the U.S. Department of Agriculture recognizes the impact local growers have on their regional food systems. The West Monroe Farmers Market at Seventh Square is highlighting its role in supporting the Northeast Louisiana economy through its network of farmers and small businesses.
ktalnews.com
Local producer discusses lettuce safety amid Cyclospora news
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Robertson Produce, a third-generation, 78-year-old family business with locations in Shreveport, Monroe, and Clinton, Mississippi, says the recent Cyclospora outbreak traced back to a Mexican farm never touched their supply. CEO Dan Robertson says their lettuce is greenhouse-grown, and every case they ship carries a...
96.5 KVKI
Buc-ee's Hiring In Ruston Could Kick Off As Early As October, With Interviews At The Civic Center
Ruston's Buc-ee's is moving fast — exterior walls are standing, fuel islands are being built, and the mayor says parts of the 74,000-square-foot travel center are running ahead of schedule.
MyArkLaMiss
Monroe Chamber announces NELA NEXT: Young Professionals Conference set to bring emerging leaders together October 8th
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Young professionals from across Northeast Louisiana will soon have an opportunity to connect, learn and collaborate during the inaugural NELA NEXT: Young Professionals Conference, scheduled for Oct. 8, 2026, in Monroe. The event will take place at Louisiana Delta Community College in the ACT building and is designed to provide […]
MyArkLaMiss
Advocacy groups are challenging Meta and Entergy’s plans to build more gas plants in Richland Parish
RICHLAND PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Advocacy groups are challenging Meta and Entergy’s plans to build more gas plants in Richland Parish designed to power Meta’s $50 billion data center. For additional information, watch the video above.
KNOE TV8
LSU Health Shreveport, Louisiana Tech sign research collaboration agreement
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - LSU Health Shreveport and Louisiana Tech University have signed a collaboration agreement aimed at advancing health and technology research across North Louisiana. The agreement is designed to bring together researchers from both institutions to work on shared problems in biomedical science and engineering. Officials said combining...
Kiss Country 93.7
Buc-ee's Hiring In Ruston Could Kick Off As Early As October, With Interviews At The Civic Center
Ruston's Buc-ee's is moving fast — exterior walls are standing, fuel islands are being built, and the mayor says parts of the 74,000-square-foot travel center are running ahead of schedule.
westcentralsbest.com
Monroe mid-year housing market review
Seven months into 2026, the housing market is showing signs of unwinding from the pandemic-era frenzy that drained supply, pushed prices to record highs, and brought activity to a standstill. Buyers have more homes to choose from than they did at the start of the year, competition has balanced in a few slower markets, and price growth has remained relatively modest. Affordability is still a key issue and is limiting activity, though.
MyArkLaMiss
Market on the Square celebrates National Farmers Market Week August 2-8 in support of local businesses
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Market on the Square will celebrate National Farmers Market Week, Aug. 2-8, with a variety of local vendors and activities for the community. The market features 25 produce vendors, along with bakers, makers, food trucks and a children’s play area. Organizers are encouraging residents to visit the market and support […]
KNOE TV8
FTI breaks ground on $80M manufacturing facility in Ouachita Parish
OUACHITA PARISH, La. (KNOE) - Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI) broke ground Thursday on a new, $80 million manufacturing facility in Ouachita Parish, marking a major expansion for the company’s Excellerate brand. The project is expected to create more than 200 manufacturing jobs in Northeast Louisiana, strengthening the region’s growing...