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Shreveport Times | The Times

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Byrd parts ways with football coach Stacy Ballew after 6 seasons

Following one of the most disappointing seasons in school history, Byrd High principal Jana Panos announced the removal of football coach Stacy Ballew on Thursday afternoon. The Jackets recently concluded a 1-9 season that included a 48-21 loss to archrival Captain Shreve in the 2026 season finale. Ballew was 33-34 (.492) in six seasons after taking over for longtime coach Mike Suggs, whom he had served as an assistant coach. He spent more than two decades at Byrd. “Coach Stacy Ballew, a Byrd graduate who has served this school for 20-plus years as a player, assistant coach and head coach,” said Panos, who took over as school principal this fall, in a release. “This decision is not a reflection of his character or effort. It is about the direction of the program. We will move quickly to post the position, and I am committed to conducting a comprehensive search for Byrd’s next head football coach.” GATOR POWER: Captain Shreve’s Gabe Lockett dials in dominating runs against Byrd The release from the school said the school "will begin the process of identifying candidates to lead the program with a focus on building on Byrd’s longstanding football tradition while establishing a vision

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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Semifinalists named for Louisiana Tech president as search moves to next phase

RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Four semifinalists have been announced for the next president of Louisiana Tech University following a search committee meeting Friday, November 13, 2026, in Baton Rouge, according to reports. The University of Louisiana System Board released the next phase of the timeline for the university’s presidential search, listed below: KTVE/KARD will keep […]

Ruston, LA · 22h

shreveportbossieradvocate.com

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Week 11 Live! Scores/notes from Shreveport-area high school football playoff games

CS - Kaleb Law 9-yard pass from Maddox Parrott, 5:50 1st quarter. CS - Gavin Reynolds 12-yard pass from Parrott, 10:32 2nd quarter. CS - Ce'Miyea Williams 11-yard pass from Parrott, 1:29 2nd quarter. CAPTAIN SHREVE 28, HAMMOND 14. HHS - Landon Terrell 74-yard pass from Louis, 8:15 3rd quarter.

Shreveport, LA · 1d
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Southwood High School lockdown lifted after science project conversation mistaken for threat

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Southwood High School is no longer on lockdown after a science project was confused for a bomb threat on Nov. 13. Sources initially told KSLA that Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies were investigating a bomb threat after a suspicious call came into the school around 11:45 a.m.

Shreveport, LA · 1d
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KSLA Overtime: Part II of Parkway-Haughton; plus more games and scores

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - After 10 weeks of regular season football, we’ve finally reached the playoffs. Round One of the LHSAA is highlighted by a rematch of a football game we saw on October 1, in which Haughton stunned Parkway 55-36. SCORES:. HAUGHTON 47, PARKWAY 46. CAPT. SHREVE 31,...

Haughton, LA · 14h

desotoparishjournal.com

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Three DeSoto Parish football teams claim district championships as regular season ends

DeSoto Parish is celebrating a remarkable 2026 high school football season as all three parish programs—North DeSoto, Mansfield and Logansport—earned district championships and now turn their attention to the Louisiana High School Athletic Association playoffs. The final week of regular-season competition featured an undefeated finish for North DeSoto,...

Logansport, LA · 3d

lincolnparishjournal.com

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Panthers ready to give it another go against Cougars

The timing is perfect for the Lincoln Preparatory School football team — a fresh start to begin postseason play after an up-and-down, mostly down in recent weeks, regular season. Lincoln Prep, the No. 24 seed in the Division IV Select School bracket, travels to ninth-seeded Cedar Creek, the team...

Ruston, LA · 1d

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Young addresses parent frustration, gives plans for new RJHS carline flow

RUSTON, La. — Starting Monday, Nov. 16, Ruston Junior High will institute a new carline flow in an attempt to address concerns from parents over the timing of the lights near the Buc-ee’s property and the lack of traffic directors moving forward. The new line will separate car...

Ruston, LA · 3d

bossierpress.com

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Three School Leaders Advance as 2027-28 Principals of the Year

Being named Bossier Parish Principal of the Year is a huge honor and three school leaders. were surprised with that news today when Superintendent Jason Rowland showed up on. their doorsteps to congratulate them. Meet the 2027-28 Bossier Parish Principals of the Year. who now advance to the next level...

Bossier Parish, LA · 1d

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UL Board Prez gone. Meeting held today after revelation of Gallot’s $350,000 IRS liability. Tech prez search now at four

There were indeed fireworks at today’s quickly-called meeting of the University of Louisiana Board. When the dust had settled, board President/CEO Rick Gallot had been fired resigned after only three years on the job. Rick Gallot. A special (and possibly illegal) board meeting was called on the heels of...

Louisiana · 1d

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Claiborne Parish football: Homer dominates regular-season finale, Haynesville prepares for playoffs as Claiborne Academy’s season ends

CLAIBORNE PARISH, La. – High school football teams across Claiborne Parish experienced a mixture of victories and setbacks Friday, November 6, as the 2026 regular season concluded and postseason competition continued. The Homer Pelicans delivered another impressive performance, defeating North Caddo 40–6 to extend their winning streak to four...

Claiborne Parish, LA · 3d

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Lincoln Parish’s Allison Smith Wins $25,000 Milken Educator Award

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (press release) — This morning, students, staff, dignitaries and media gathered for an all-school assembly at A.E. Phillips Laboratory School, located at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, to recognize the school’s increase in performance scores. What most did not realize was that the assembly had a dual purpose. Third-grade english language arts (ELA) and social studies teacher Allison Smith accepted a surprise $25,000 cash prize accompanying the Milken Educator Award.

Lincoln Parish, LA · 2d

bossierpress.com

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LSUS named top online college in Louisiana in national ranking

LSU Shreveport is the top online college in Louisiana, according to rankings from Newsweek and Statista released Thursday. The rankings are based on an online survey of more than 9,000 U.S. residents who have used online learning services to obtain an academic degree or acquire knowledge and skills for their job.

Shreveport, LA · 2d

KSLA

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Levy Street building fire, high school playoffs, weather, and more on News 12 Now @ 7 AM

Levy Street building fire in Shreveport, ArkLaTex high school playoffs, weather, and more on News 12 Now at 7 a.m.

Shreveport, LA · 1d

shreveportbossieradvocate.com

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Shreveport-area high school Class of 2027 signing day tracker

Several athletes from the Shreveport area will participate in athletics at the next level. Here is look at where the Class of 2027 is headed. Several interviews on 318preps.com can be accessed by clicking on the link in the athlete's name. Class of '27 athletic signing tracker. Benton. University of...

Shreveport, LA · 2d

KSLA

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LSU Health Shreveport gets record $44.3 million for research

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - LSU Health Shreveport received a record $44.3 million in external research funding during fiscal year 2026, the school announced. That is up nearly 71% from the $25.9 million it received the previous year. Dr. Oren Rom, the school’s assistant vice chancellor for research, said the total...

Shreveport, LA · 1d

bossierpress.com

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High school girls basketball: PCA notches first victory of season

PCA (1-1) hosts Choudrant Monday at 6.

Bossier City, LA · 3d

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Grambling State University’s nursing program receives 10-year accreditation reaffirmation

On November 10, 2026, Grambling State University announced that the University's Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has received a 10-year reaffirmation of accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), extending its accreditation through Dec. 31, 2036.

Grambling, LA · 4d

shreveportbossieradvocate.com

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Here’s the champion of every statistic in 2026 Shreveport-area high school football

Another regular season in the books and it's time to honor the best of the best. The champions have been determined by statistics have been compiled by the SBC Advocate using information provided by local schools and those available on various sites. Here is a look at the winners and how they compared to last season's leaders.

Shreveport, LA · 3d

claiborneparishjournal.com

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Haynesville students explore Louisiana wildlife and conservation during hands-on learning experience

Middle school students at Haynesville Junior/Senior High School recently enjoyed a unique educational experience as they learned about Louisiana’s native wildlife, conservation efforts and the importance of protecting the state’s natural resources. The school welcomed Seth Miller, a biologist with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF),...

Haynesville, LA · 3d