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ULM grad named America's top independent pharmacist
A University of Louisiana at Monroe College of Pharmacy graduate who has established pharmacies in the state's capital city has been named America's top independent pharmacist. T.J. Woodard, who operates two Prescriptions to Geaux locations in Baton Rouge, was named the 2026 National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) Willard B. Simmons Independent Pharmacist of the Year during the organization's convention in Kansas City, Missouri. “This national recognition is a tremendous honor for T.J. and another example of the exceptional people we have right here in Louisiana,” Gov. Jeff Landry said. “T.J. has built his career and his business around serving his community, and now that work is being recognized across the country. We are proud to see a Louisiana pharmacist receive this honor and grateful that he has chosen to build his business and serve patients here in Louisiana." Louisiana Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein also recognized Woodard. Is raw milk safe: Louisiana health officials warn consumers about raw milk cheese recall “Community pharmacists are often among the most accessible and trusted health care professionals in the places they serve,” Greenstein said in a statement. "T.J. has demonstrated what that role can mean for a community by combining exceptional service, leadership and
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Osmose announces new office, lay-down yard in Arcadia
Osmose Utilities Services is opening a new office, shop, and equipment yard at 3317 2nd Street in Arcadia. The facility will support utility customers and operations throughout Louisiana and the South. Utilities depend on poles, steel structures, underground equipment, and other infrastructure to deliver safe, reliable power. Osmose works alongside...
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First NELA Next conference connects young professionals in Monroe
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Young professionals from across northeast Louisiana gathered Thursday for “NELA Next,” a new conference focused on connections, inspiration and empowerment for young professionals. Ashley Dowling, Monroe Chamber of Commerce director of membership and young professional committee member, said the conference addresses generational diversity in...
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Two Louisiana Buc-ee's locations are coming. When do they plan to open?
Buc-ee's , with its beloved beaver mascot and celebrated food items, is opening 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 the Buc-ee's in Ruston 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 the Buc-ee's in Lafayette expected to open? The Buc-ee's location in
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ULM grad named America's top independent pharmacist
T.J. Woodard, a University of Louisiana at Monroe graduate, was named the 2026 Independent Pharmacist of the Year. Woodard operates two Prescriptions to Geaux pharmacy locations in Baton Rouge. The award was presented by the National Community Pharmacists Association at its convention in Kansas City. Louisiana officials, including Gov. Jeff...
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Pecanland Mall's new ownership sounds the alarm for local business owners
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Allegiance confirms plans to divest NLMC
Lincoln Parish residents received some promising news late Monday as Allegiance Health Management officially announced that it plans to divest Northern Louisiana Medical Center as part of the planned sale of four of its Louisiana hospitals. The Bossier City-based healthcare management company announced that NLMC, Minden Medical Center, Acadian Medical...
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People tell Entergy they don't want Meta power line on their property
Louisiana residents are opposing Entergy's plan to build a transmission line for a new Meta data center. The proposed line would run through private properties, family farms, and a protected wetland area. A group called the Louisiana Landowners Coalition has petitioned against the project, urging the use of existing utility...
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Homeowners Fight Over 70-Foot Strip of Land, Generator, and a Dead Cow
Two couples in Farmerville, Louisiana are embroiled in a legal battle over a disputed 70-foot stretch of timberland. Two couples recently found themselves in a massive battle over a 70-foot stretch of timberland. The battle is taking place in Farmerville, Louisiana, a rural part of Union Parish. According to court...
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North Louisiana Small Scale Development Workshop comes to Ruston
RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Watch the video above to learn how small-scale development can help revitalize communities across North Louisiana. Learn more about real estate development opportunities, strategies, and community revitalization at the North Louisiana Small Scale Development Workshop in Ruston on October 23, 2026.
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People tell Entergy they don't want Meta power line on their property
JENA — Rapides High School teacher Danielle LeBouef said her family used every last cent they had to buy a rural property so her three children could grow up safe. Now Entergy wants to run a transmission line through her front yard to power the $50 billion Meta data center being built in Richland Parish, and she has questions. She's not alone, either. On Thursday night, about 100 people gathered at the Jena Community Center to ask questions about the project. It was hosted by the Louisiana Landowners Coalition , a group that started after founder Dustin McAnn spotted surveyors on his property and later learned about the proposed line's route. The Meta project, named Hyperion, would be the company's largest data center. As described on its website , the parent company of Facebook states it "will be part of our global infrastructure that brings Meta technologies and programs to life, making the future of human connection possible. "This data center will play a vital role in accelerating our AI progress, delivering 5 gigawatts of compute capacity to house Hyperion, our largest multi-gigawatt AI cluster." The transmission line, known as the West Fork Creek to Boeuf 500kV transmission project, would