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Driver rescued after vehicle goes off into ditch on 2nd Street
The driver of a late model sport utility vehicle had a close call on Thursday evening when the vehicle she was in went off the roadway and into a drainage ditch. The volunteers of the Jasper Fire Department, police and other emergency crews were dispatched to the 400 block of 2nd Street, about a half block north of College Street, shortly before 10:00, when it was reported that incident had occurred and arrived to find the vehicle laying on the driver's side in a ditch full of water with the driver still trapped behind the wheel.
WEATHER UPDATE: Another bout of severe weather awaits SW La.
Another bout of severe weather and heavy rainfall awaits Southwest Louisiana today. National Weather Service Lake Charles meteorologist Donald Jones said multiple rounds of rain will roll through the area through Friday night, possibly Saturday morning. “The good news is I think we’re going to get all of the activity out of here by Saturday […]
Beauregard Health System breaks ground for new expanded emergency department
Residents of Beauregard Parish and the surrounding areas will have access to two updated medical departments by 2026. Beauregard Health System, 600 S. Pine S. in DeRidder, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for their highly anticipated expanded emergency department on Friday, May 17. This celebration marks the first steps for two new facilities at Beauregard Health […]
Arrest Reports for 05/15/24
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Organization that provides beds for children has been burglarized
A non-profit organization that builds and provides beds for children has been burglarized. Sleep in Heavenly Peace Chapter Co-President Brian Smith said it occurred late Thursday night or early Friday morning at their location in Jasper, and the crime has been reported to Jasper Police. Smith refused to say where...
Deridder veterans enjoy brunch, fellowship
DERIDDER La. (KPLC) -It’s Armed Forces Day, and a Veterans brunch was held this morning at the War Memorial Civic Center in Deridder. Dozens of veterans and their families came together to enjoy a meal and talk with one another. Those who attended say they are grateful for this...
Local corrections officers observe those that have died in their ranks
A short program and services was held on Wednesday May 8th at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Goodman Unit located east of Jasper to remember those that have died in the line of duty in the last year. The even was part of a day of remembrance held across Texas.
Police investigating vandalism at Sandy Creek Park
Jasper Police are investigating two cases of vandalism at Sandy Creek Park on Marvin Hancock Drive. Reports filed by officers say that a diaper changing station in the men’s restroom and also a trash can had been damaged. The reports said that officers and city employees would be looking...
Crews break ground on new emergency room in DeRidder
DERIDDER, La. (KPLC) - Work has started on a new emergency room and women’s health center in DeRidder. Beauregard Memorial Hospital’s current ER has served 20,000 patients in the past year, while it’s only designed to serve about 13,000, health system officials said. The new ER will expand the hospital’s capacity and add updated technology like onsite CT scanners.
Jasper High School announces 2024 Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and top 10% of graduates
Officials at Jasper High School have announced the Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and the top 10% of graduating seniors. Valedictorian is Ethan G. Dunman, and Salutatorian is Kasten T. Taff. The top 10% of graduating seniors are: Bryson Chisolm, Marquis King, Cason Pool, Shania Crawford, Gabriela Martinez, Jacovian Adams,...
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