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97.3 The Dawg

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Ville Platte High School Is Speaking Out After Gunfire Shuts Down Homecoming Game

Ville Platte vs. Church Point ends after gunfire erupts during the game. The Bulldogs were down 14-0 at the time the game was canceled.

Ville Platte, LA · 21d

The Town Talk

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Alexandria Senior High routs Pineville in district game

The Alexandria Senior High School Trojans defeated the Pineville High School Rebels, 48-10, in a 5A District 2 game Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026 in Pineville. ASH is 6-1 on the season, and Pineville is 1-6. During halftime, a ring and trophy ceremony was held for the Pineville Lady Rebels Softball Team who are the 2026 LHSAA Division I Select State Champions. This article originally appeared on Alexandria Town Talk: Alexandria Senior High routs Pineville in district game

Pineville, LA · 21d

Leesville Leader

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Vernon School Board issues terminations, disciplinary action after investigation into group chat messages

By Pamela Sleezer Vernon Parish school officials announced Wednesday that “several individuals” have been terminated from its Special Education Department following an internal investigation into the recent conduct of the […]

Vernon Parish, LA · 23d

BRProud

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New study ranks Louisiana’s top 10 colleges and universities

A new WalletHub study ranked Louisiana's top 10 colleges and universities, placing Tulane University at number one in the state and 115th in the nation.

Louisiana · 24d

lincolnparishjournal.com

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Turner expresses optimism in Louisiana Tech President search

RUSTON, La. — Less than three weeks after Dr. Jim Henderson announced his retirement as president of Louisiana Tech, State Rep. Chris Turner (District 12) says two people with a hand in the decision have told him the search for Henderson’s successor is not a foregone conclusion. Turner...

Ruston, LA · 23d

NOLA.com

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Will Sutton: Xavier Ochsner medical school is lifting off, thanks to lots of hard work

It’s a big deal that Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (XOCOM) has received pre-accreditation, positioning the college to enroll medical students as early as fall 2027. If Xavier University of Louisiana, the nation’s only Catholic HBCU, were a Roman Catholic priest or sister, it might be considered for sainthood since that pathway required verified miracles.

New Orleans, LA · 22d

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Lafourche Parish named Louisiana Numeracy Leader following strong LEAP performance

Lafourche Parish has been named a Louisiana Numeracy Leader in recognition of its outstanding mathematics performance on the 2025-2026 Louisiana Educational Assessment Program (LEAP). The distinction highlights the continued academic progress of students throughout Lafourche Parish and reflects the dedication of educators, support staff and school leaders working to strengthen...

Lafourche Parish, LA · 22d

stmarynow.com

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Johnson named to Louisiana High School Hall of Fame

Baton Rouge – Former Franklin Senior High four-sport athlete Adrienne Johnson was among 10 people named to the Louisiana High School Hall of Fame for its Class of 2027, the Louisiana High School Athletic Association announced recently. Johnson joins former Franklin basketball teammate Alexis Rack in the Hall of...

Louisiana · 24d

avoyellestoday.com

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Louisiana Universities expand career training, secure millions in Federal Funding

Universities serving Central Louisiana are expanding educational opportunities through new federal grants and academic partnerships aimed at strengthening Louisiana's workforce in healthcare, aviation technology, education, cybersecurity and emergency management. Northwestern State University has received two federal grants totaling nearly $3.8 million in projected and awarded funding, while LSU Alexandria and LSU Eunice have announced three new agreements designed to help students transition from associate degrees into bachelor's degree programs.

Louisiana · 22d

vernonparishjournal.com

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Hicks High School 4-H student earns First Place at West Louisiana Forestry Festival

Hicks High School 4-H member Coen Davis was recently recognized for earning first place in his division in the Match Split competition during this year’s West Louisiana Forestry Festival Woodsman Skills competition. The Vernon Parish 4-H Club presented Davis with his first-place ribbon during a Hicks High School 4-H...

Vernon Parish, LA · 24d

natchitochesparishjournal.com

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Chiefs welcome Captain Shreve to Turpin tonight in pivotal district game

With the LHSAA’s playoff system based not on district standings but power points, the Natchitoches Central Chiefs have the chance to mount a charge toward postseason over the last four games. Tonight is a key contest for that ambition as NCHS (0-6 overall, 0-2 in District 1-5A) plays host...

Natchitoches, LA · 23d

WWL-AMFM

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Pelican State Prep Football Preview: Week 7

One week after Hurricane Isaias forced schools in southern Louisiana to move their games en masse to a Thursday night, prep football in the Pelican State returns to normal as district and regional rivalries heat up.

Louisiana · 24d

KPLC TV

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Allen Parish School Board candidates discuss priorities, budget, supporting education

OBERLIN, La. (KPLC) - Three Allen Parish School Board races will be on the ballot Nov. 3, and the candidates are making their cases to voters. We asked the candidates for districts 5, 6 and 8 about their priorities and plans if they are elected. You can find their answers to our questions below.

Allen Parish, LA · 23d

107 JAMZ

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LHSAA Suspends Thrive Academy and Capitol High Football After October 9 Brawl — Second Major Action in Weeks

The Louisiana High School Athletic Association has suspended the football seasons of Thrive Academy and Capitol High School in Baton Rouge following a brawl near the end of their October 9 game.

Baton Rouge, LA · 23d

97.3 The Dawg

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New Study Ranks Louisiana's Best Colleges for 2027

A new 2027 college ranking names Louisiana's top 10 universities. See where UL Lafayette, McNeese and Nicholls rank.

Lafayette, LA · 23d

theadvocate.com

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Letters: Proposed changes to Head Start don’t add up for children

I have administered federal grants for 20 years and lead an Early Head Start program. I am writing about the Head Start rule changes proposed Aug. 7. Rules can always be improved, but changes have to make sense for the children and programs living with them. These do not add up.

Louisiana · 24d

kalb.com

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LSUA ranked 3rd safest college campus in the nation

LSU of Alexandria is ranked the third-safest college campus in the nation.

Alexandria, LA · 23d

WAFB.com

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School spending on hot seat at capitol, lawmakers question audit data

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A new audit has drawn into question how school districts classify their ‘in-classroom’ spending. The audit says some districts are not spending money in the right places, but lawmakers are questioning the data behind those findings. Audit finds classification issues in sampled districts.

Louisiana · 23d

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NSU to open new child welfare simulation lab

NATCHITOCHES, La - Northwestern State University of Louisiana is putting the finishing touches on it's new child welfare simulation lab. This week, staff at the Louisiana Title IV-E Child Welfare Program moved in furniture it received through donations earlier this year. The lab will help students and Louisiana Department of...

Natchitoches, LA · 23d

BRProud

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St. George mayor outlines charter school plans after Riverplex vote

St. George Mayor Dustin Yates outlined plans for a potential public charter school system and discussed the proposed Riverplex recreation development during his State of the City address on Wednesday.

Louisiana · 23d