Simsboro FFA students build skills while giving back

Through a hands-on learning project, students in Simsboro FFA have been putting their skills to work in a way that will benefit the surrounding community. They have dedicated time and effort to building picnic tables that have been donated to local parks throughout the Ruston and Simsboro area. The project...

JHHS Travels to Arcadia in hopes of Spoiling the Hornets Homecoming

Last year, Arcadia came to Jonesboro-Hodge and almost spoiled the Tigers’ homecoming before J-H pulled out a thrilling 49-44 victory. On Friday, JHHS will face the Hornets in their homecoming game, with the Tigers looking to complete the mission of spoiling things for the home fans. J-H enters the...

Panthers to play up in class against BTW

It’s not the size of the dog in the fight but the size of the fight in the dog. That philosophy has long been used by football coaches on all levels to motivate their players. Lincoln Prep coach Chaunce Davison is hoping it’s a philosophy his Panthers take to...

'I was ready to prove something.' Seldom used in 2025, Haughton senior now a problem for opponents

HAUGHTON -- If Luke Hensley was positioned under your radar entering the 2026 high school football season, don’t blame yourself. Some of the Haughton coaches didn’t see this coming. And frankly, neither did Hensley. Friday, the Buccaneers’ defensive end tied the program record for sacks in a game...

ICYMI: LA Tech officials to move forward after receiving fraternity investigation report of racial slurs

Louisiana Tech officials received the investigation report from the Sigma Nu Fraternity national organization late Monday afternoon, which will lead to the next steps for the University following the circulation of a racist social media video early Sunday morning. Louisiana Tech Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Dickie Crawford...

North DeSoto High School football team to be honored during food-ball night

The North DeSoto High School football team will be recognized during a special “Food-Ball Night” event on Saturday, Oct. 3, with players receiving complimentary tickets to the game. The event will combine football, food and fundraising for the school’s athletic department. Friends and family members can purchase a...

Chairwoman Tabatha Taylor speaks on school bus crash

The Shreveport Fire Department (SFD) says a school bus crash occurred on the morning of Sept. 29.

Northwestern State University accelerates nursing careers with 16-month program in Alexandria and Shreveport

NATCHITOCHES, La. — Northwestern State University is providing a faster pathway into the nursing profession through an intensive 16-month program offered at its campuses in Alexandria and Shreveport. The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is designed for students who already hold a bachelor's degree in any field....

Volunteers to distribute new winter coats to North Louisiana elementary students

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Louisiana Blue announced that elementary students in Shreveport and Monroe will receive brand-new coats this week to help keep them warm throughout the fall and winter seasons. Volunteers from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana (Louisiana Blue), Healthy Blue Louisiana, and other local organizations are...

UPDATE: LA Tech officials awaiting report from fraternity investigation before proceeding in weekend incident

Louisiana Tech officials are awaiting the results of an internal Sigma Nu investigation before determining what action the university could take following the circulation of a racist social media video early Sunday morning. Louisiana Tech Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Dickie Crawford told the Lincoln Parish Journal on...

Southern University at Shreveport announces major campus infrastructure upgrades

SHREVEPORT, La. — Southern University at Shreveport is moving forward with a series of major infrastructure projects aimed at upgrading campus facilities, increasing safety measures and expanding regional workforce training. The university announced the initiative as part of its ongoing campus improvement efforts, which are being backed by state...

Four area teams top 200 points, stingiest defenses list changes, week 4 prep football standings

District 1-5A Team .................... Dist., All PF-PA.

High school volleyball; District standings, this week’s schedule

District 1-I District Overall WinPct. Providence Classical Academy at Word of God Academy, 6.

Southern University at Shreveport announces major campus infrastructure upgrades

SHREVEPORT, La. — Southern University at Shreveport is moving forward with a series of major infrastructure projects aimed at upgrading campus facilities, increasing safety measures and expanding regional workforce training. The university announced the initiative as part of its ongoing campus improvement efforts, which are being backed by state...

Campbell’s 4 TD Passes Lead JHHS to 42-20 Victory Over Lincoln Prep

The United States doesn’t have a king, but Jonesboro-Hodge High School does, and just like the definition of his surname implies, this past Friday night in the 42-20 enthusiasm-building victory over Lincoln Prep, quarterback King Campbell was a tremendous leader. In the victory that improved JHHS to 3-1 on...

Southwood homecoming brings pride, excitement and lasting memories for students

SHREVEPORT, La. — Homecoming at Southwood High School is about more than festivities and school spirit. For many students, it is a time filled with excitement, pride, and memories that will last long after graduation. From the parade to the carnival and other homecoming activities, students gathered Friday with...

Loyola gets win over Northwood in Week 4

High school football: Airline suffers first loss; Benton, Bossier, Plain Dealing fall

The Airline Vikings suffered their first loss of the season Friday night, falling to the Franklin Parish Patriots 54-43 at M.D. Ray Field at Airline Stadium. Airline dropped to 3-1. Franklin Parish, ranked No. 6 in the LSWA Class 4A poll, improved to 3-1 with its third straight victory. The...

Friday prep football roundup: Loyola scores 71, Dean's five TD passes keeps Green Oaks undefeated

Loyola outlasted Northwood 71-53 Friday at Jerry Burton Stadium in a game that finished with 19 touchdowns scored by the two teams and the difference coming on the point after conversions. The Flyers converted on five of seven 2-point conversions while Northwood made its first five point after kicks had...

Local Junior High Schools Ending Basketball Season, Moving to “Fall Ball”

One season is drawing to a close, and another is beginning for local Junior High athletic programs from Quitman and Weston High Schools as the 2026 basketball season ends on Tuesday, September 29th. Now both schools are turning their attention to “Fall Ball,” as the junior high softball and baseball season is scheduled to begin play this week.