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LO sister conference brings in more than a million in Economic Impact
The two-day conference that was held at the Monroe Civic Center called sisters and friends to join LO founder, best-selling author, and speaker Sadie Robertson Huff for a rejuvenating weekend and to help reach women of all generations with the message of Jesus Christ. Attendees experienced inspiring speakers, passionate worship,...
claiborneparishjournal.com
Understanding Property Ownership Transfers in Claiborne Parish
The Claiborne Parish Assessor’s Office is helping residents better understand what happens behind the scenes when property is bought, sold or otherwise transferred to a new owner. According to the assessor’s office, the property ownership transfer process begins when a deed, sale document or judgment of possession is filed...
bienvilleparishjournal.com
Arcadia offers guidance on high water bills, looking out for leaks
Sometimes an unusually high water bill can be caused by something as simple as a leaking toilet or a small leak around the home. Even a leak that seems minor can waste a significant amount of water over time. The Town of Arcadia advises citizens that if they notice an...
jacksonparishjournal.com
Benoit Ford in Jonesboro Providing Excellent Career Opportunities
When Benoit Ford Inc. purchased Jay Mallard Ford in Jonesboro, LA, on January 15, 2025, it promised to bring “small-town values, big-city deals” and provide tremendous employment opportunities for local residents. Continuing to fulfill that pledge, Benoit Ford is now accepting applications for positions in the Service Department,...
The Center Square
Audit: Lincoln Prep fell short of debt requirements
(The Center Square) – Lincoln Preparatory School fell short of financial requirements tied to its debt and had $257,546 in unpaid bus lease obligations, according to a Louisiana Legislative Auditor report dated Aug. 6. The Grambling High Foundation, which operates Lincoln Preparatory School, failed to meet two financial covenants required under its bond agreement, auditors found. The school had 23 days of cash on hand, below the required 45 days, and a debt-service coverage ratio of 0.92, below the required 1.00. Failure to meet the covenants could result in accelerated repayment, penalties, additional financial restrictions or other adverse financial consequences, according to the audit. Management told auditors it was working with the bond trustee or lender to obtain waivers for the covenant violations. For the fiscal year, Lincoln Prep reported approximately $12.35 million in revenue and $14.04 million in expenses, resulting in a $1.69 million decrease in net assets. Auditors identified several other financial and internal-control deficiencies. Lincoln Prep had an active lease for 19 buses, although its records showed only 14 buses in service. The school also had $257,546 in unpaid or late bus lease payments at the end of the fiscal year. Management reached an agreement with the
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Ruston Farmers Market announces annual Farm-to-Table dinner set for Oct. 8th
RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The Ruston Farmers Market will hold its annual Farm-to-Table Dinner on Oct. 8, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m., bringing together farmers, vendors, supporters, and community members for an evening focused on local food and community connections. The event will take place inside the market’s warehouse and will feature a catered […]
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I-20 Career & Opportunity Expo comes to West Monroe on September 17
WEST MONROE, La. — Whether you are looking for your first job, considering a career change, searching for your next opportunity, or simply exploring what is available in Northeast Louisiana, the I-20 Career & Opportunity Expo is designed to help you take the next step. The West Monroe–West Ouachita...
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Data centers job training; new preschool in Lower Ninth Ward; new performance highlights Creole cultural crossovers
Most Americans don’t want data centers built near their homes. But jobs can be a selling point, even if they’re temporary. The Gulf States Newsroom’s Aubri Juhasz visited a community college near the Richland Parish Meta data center that’s helping locals get hired. A grocery store...
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West Monroe, WMWO Chamber to host community breakfast on retail growth, business investment
WEST MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The City of West Monroe and the West Monroe–West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce announced it will host a free community breakfast focusing on retail growth and economic development on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026. The event takes place at the West Monroe Convention Center, located...
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Late pay, rats, broken equipment and dozens of leaks at Pecanland Mall, employees share details
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Two employees are shedding light on the conditions at the Pecanland Mall after the Kohan Retail Investment Group bought the mall in May. Both employees, who wanted to be anonymous, told KNOE they haven’t been paid on time; there are at least 30 leaks in the roof, rats, no working AC and broken security equipment.
theadvocate.com
Entergy wants to build power lines for Meta’s data center. These landowners are fighting back.
CALHOUN BRAKE, La. — A baby alligator scrambled off a log as Parnell Perry weaved his mud boat through the swamp, bumping into the occasional cypress tree. Dragonflies buzzed lazily in the August afternoon heat. Parnell’s father, Harvey Perry, sat on the bow. As the boat arrived at...
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Franklin Parish catfish processing plant seeking federal help for catfish farmers
FRANKLIN PARISH, La. (KNOE) - Haring Catfish is the only catfish processing plant in Northeast Louisiana. The company’s Secretary and Treasurer says the catfish industry has been shrinking nationwide for over two decades decreasing by 6% last year. “I think a lot of it is the high feed cost,...
theadvocate.com
By the numbers: 'Generous bonus' boosts St. Tammany Parish wage growth to nation's highest
Two Louisiana parishes have posted some of the sharpest wage spikes anywhere in the country so far this year, new federal employment data shows. St. Tammany Parish rocketed to the top of the national wage growth rankings this year, reporting the highest year-on-year compensation increases among the U.S.’s 376 largest counties. Average weekly wages in the parish were up more than 23% to $1,478 a week for the first three months of 2026, compared with $1,204 a week in the first quarter of last year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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Two Buc-ee's race to open first in Louisiana. See when they plan to open
Buc-ee's , with its beloved beaver mascot and celebrated food items, will soon open its first ever locations in Louisiana. The chain of massive travel centers is expanding into other states and will be opening one location in Northeast Louisiana and another in the South Central region of the state. The stores are expected to generate millions in revenue, employ hundreds of workers and welcome thousands of visitors daily. When is Buc-ee's location in Ruston, Louisiana expected to open? Construction crews have begun pouring concrete and laying additional groundwork for the Buc-ee's building in Ruston, which will be located off of Interstate 20 at the Tarbutton road exit. Ruston's Buc-ee's location is projected to open mid 2027, but this could be subject to change depending on construction progress, according to the City of Ruston . Once completed, the location will span more than 70,000 square feet and include more than 100 fuel pumps. "This project continues to move forward step by step, and we’re excited to watch it take shape and share updates along the way as we get closer to opening day," says the City of Ruston website. When is Buc-ee's location in Lafayette, Louisiana expected to open? The
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Landowners concerned about Meta Entergy proposed transmission lines project that would cut through their property
LASALLE PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — A farm owner in LaSalle Parish is raising concerns about a proposed energy transmission project. Dustin McAnn, proprietor of Maple Wind Farms, established his family operation approximately 10 years ago to raise and market Beefmaster cattle. The projected route for the transmission line would bisect his agricultural land.
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Entergy eases confidentiality restrictions in Meta power case
(The Center Square) – Entergy Louisiana has agreed to loosen confidentiality restrictions that prevented some consumer advocates from reviewing highly sensitive evidence in the utility's multibillion-dollar power expansion case tied to Meta's Richland Parish data center. The agreement gives seven representatives of the Alliance for Affordable Energy and Union...
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Hospitals, hunting podcasts, crawfish farming: Bordelon can’t find true calling as his medical facilities struggle
Developments and events surrounding Allegiance Healthcare are creeping up faster than Donald Trump on a 12-year-old girl. Allegiance Healthcare and CEO Rock Bordelon are busily weaving an intricate network of business dealings, some of which involve his network of medical centers and some which are totally separate and unconnected to each other.
NOLA.com
By the numbers: 'Generous bonus' boosts St. Tammany Parish wage growth to nation's highest
Two Louisiana parishes have posted some of the sharpest wage spikes anywhere in the country so far this year, new federal employment data shows. St. Tammany Parish rocketed to the top of the national wage growth rankings this year, reporting the highest year-on-year compensation increases among the U.S.’s 376 largest counties. Average weekly wages in the parish were up more than 23% to $1,478 a week for the first three months of 2026, compared with $1,204 a week in the first quarter of last year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.