Calhoun
Calhoun, LA · Education
redriverparishjournal.com
RRHS Class of 2027 explores college opportunities during campus visits
Members of the Red River High School Class of 2027 took an important step toward planning their futures on Thursday, September 24, 2026, as they visited two Louisiana universities to explore educational opportunities beyond high school. The students began their day with a morning tour of Louisiana Tech University in...
KNOE TV8
Jackson Parish Schools leadership change
JACKSON PARISH, La. — The Jackson Parish School Board placed Superintendent William Carter on administrative leave as it investigates multiple allegations against him. The board accuses Carter of unworthiness, incompetence, inefficiency, breach of contract and failure to comply with board policy and state law. The board moved Dr. Robin...
jacksonparishjournal.com
Jackson Parish School Superintendent “Billy” Carter Put on Administrative Leave
In front of a packed boardroom full of visitors at the Special Called meeting of the Jackson Parish School Board held on Thursday, October 1st, Jackson Parish School District Superintendent William “Billy” Carter has been placed on Administrative Leave pending the outcome of an upcoming hearing. The session...
postsouth.com
Public has chance for input on next Louisiana Tech University president
A public forum will be held on October 8 to begin the search for the next president of Louisiana Tech University. Current President Jim Henderson announced he will retire at the end of 2026 due to health concerns. A 17-person search committee has been formed to review candidates and guide...
jacksonparishjournal.com
Tytus Campbell named Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School Student of the Year
The administration, faculty, and staff of Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School congratulate Tytus Campbell for being selected as the 2026-27 Student of the Year. “Tytus Campbell is a proud 5th grader at J-HES. He has maintained the Principal’s List, scored Mastery across content areas, and is active in National Jr. Beta Club, 4-H, United Way, Basketball, and Football. He is also an active member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church of East Hodge, where he serves on the Youth Ministry and is on the Youth Council for the Jackson Parish NAACP Branch #6309.
lincolnparishjournal.com
Ruston leads strong parish showing at home invitational
CHOUDRANT, La. — Ruston Bearcats Wyatt Hancock and Eden Dawsey won individual titles and Ruston High swept the boys and girls team championships Saturday at the Ruston High Invitational at The Gospel, which also showcased strong performances by both Cedar Creek and Choudrant. Cedar Creek freshman Evelyn Mills and...
magnoliareporter.com
Louisiana Illuminator: Louisiana Tech president speaks on retirement decision: ‘I’ve got a lot more to do’
Louisiana Tech President Jim Henderson said he plans to relocate to Florida after he retires in December to continue his career as an educator by homeschooling his grandkids. Henderson announced last week he intends to leave the leadership role at the Ruston campus at the end of the calendar year due to health concerns.
lincolnparishjournal.com
Panthers overpowered by 4A Lions
In a game on a David vs. Goliath type of level, Lincoln Prep didn’t have enough rocks in its bag of ammunition. After putting up a fight early on, the Class 1A Panthers were simply overwhelmed late in the second quarter as Class 4A Booker T. Washington of Shreveport powered its way to a 54-6 road win Friday night at Panthers Field.
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Monroe City Council Chairman Verbon Muhammad Sr. writes letter to LHSAA following Carroll High’s football season suspension
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On October 1, 2026, Monroe City Council Chairman Verbon Muhammad Sr. wrote a letter to the Louisiana High School Athletic Association Executive Committee after Carroll High School’s football program was placed under suspension, ending its 2026 season following a fight with Assumption High School’s football team on September 25, 2026. During […]
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Murrill joins ULM student athlete lawsuits over “draconian” action
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is getting involved in two lawsuits centered on two University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) athletes and their eligibility. The attorney general said the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) originally created a rule allowing 2022 student athletes to play for a fifth...
lincolnparishjournal.com
Bearcats use trench warfare in win over Green Wave
Knowing what they were going up against playing against West Point (Mississippi) High School, the Ruston Bearcats knew where the game would be won or lost Friday night at L.J. “Hoss” Garrett Stadium — up front. And it was the play of Ruston’s offensive and defensive line...
jacksonparishjournal.com
Tigers Take Sluggish Victory over Arcadia
Jonesboro-Hodge, missing two of its offensive backfield starters, took a sluggish 38-18 victory in iover hapless Arcadia, which was celebrating Homecoming 2026. In its final non-district contest of the season, the Tigers improved to 4-1 for the first time since 2009, while Arcadia dropped to 0-5. With quarterback King Campbell...
jacksonparishjournal.com
QHS Wins Cleanest Campus Award
Quitman High School has won the Jackson Parish School District Cleanest Campus Award. Celebrating the hard work of the school’s maintenance and custodial team of Cheryl Love, Jenny Hayes, Derrick Pery, Wyatt Timm, and Mac Cooper, a special lunch was provided by Stassen’s Catfish Inn. “I am so...
jacksonparishjournal.com
Winners of the Fall Festival Poster Contest at Weston High School Announced
The Weston High School administration and staff are pleased to announce the winners of the annual Fall Festival Poster Contest held among elementary students representing grades 2-3 and 4-5. Fall Festival Poster Contest Grade 2-3 Division Winners. 1st place: Wilder Myers. 2nd place: Kenzie Billman. Fall Festival Poster Contest Grade...
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Louisiana High School Football Team Forfeits Season After Ugly Brawl Between Players And Opposing Fans
Carroll High School in Louisiana had its football season suspended for the remainder of 2026. An ugly brawl erupted after a game against Assumption last Friday. The fight involved both players and fans. Each team will be penalized. Carroll was hit the hardest by the Louisiana High School Athletic Association. The Bulldogs will not play […] The post Louisiana High School Football Team Forfeits Season After Ugly Brawl Between Players And Opposing Fans appeared first on BroBible.
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Regents member addresses backlash over comments on possible FBS to FCS move
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Louisiana Tech, the University of Louisiana at Monroe, and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette are looking for ways to balance their athletic budgets. UL is $20 million in the red, Louisiana Tech is down $17 million, and ULM is short $10 million. Shreveport attorney Wilbert...
bossierpress.com
High school cross country: Benton boys, girls finish runner-up in Ruston meet
Benton finished runner-up in the boys and girls divisions in the Ruston High Invitational meet Saturday. Benton scored 59 points in the boys division. Ruston won with 36. West Ouachita was third with 85. Airline was sixth with 177. Fifteen teams posted scored. Benton and Loyola both scored 69 points...
KNOE TV8
Week 5 of high school football kicks off with six teams in action on Thursday night; Ruston rolls against a Mississippi opponent
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Week Five of the high school football season kicks off with some Thursday night action. Out at Ruston, the Bearcats handle business against West Point out of Mississippi 29-2. Over in Union, the Dimitri Carr era still looking for their first win of the season as...
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How community colleges are evolving to fill local data center jobs
Community colleges often train people for local jobs. In Las Vegas, that could mean repairing slot machines. In the Florida Keys, it could mean underwater photography. Right now, in northeast Louisiana, it means learning to build and maintain data centers. It is a polarizing industry to be investing in. A recent Gallup poll shows that most Americans do not want data centers built near their homes. But as Aubri Juhasz of the Gulf States Newsroom reports, one Louisiana community college is looking for a way to help its students benefit from the AI boom.