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Mammoth skeleton unearthed in Louisiana

A landowner in Louisiana recently discovered fossil remains belonging to a mammoth.

Lafayette, LA · 3d

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‘It really hurts me’: Louisiana native, country music star Sammy Kershaw says CMA denied red-carpet request two weeks before show

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (KALB) - Fellow musicians are rallying around Louisiana native Sammy Kershaw, who said the Country Music Association won’t let him walk the red carpet. In a candid post shared Thursday to his official Facebook page, the 68-year-old Kaplan native told his more than 840,000 followers that the organization rejected his credential request just two weeks ahead of the ceremony.

Louisiana · 3d
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Louisiana artist finishes second as Connecticut painter wins 2027 state Duck Stamp contest

A Connecticut artist won the 2027 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp competition with a portrait of a wood duck, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced Friday. Jennifer Reising of Noank won the 39th annual contest. Her painting shows a single wood duck at rest on the water with cypress...

Louisiana · 2d
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Natchez Veterans Day Parade set for Wednesday, Nov. 11

The City of Natchez will host its annual Veterans Day Parade at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 11, honoring military veterans and recognizing two individ...

Natchez, MS · 3d

Daily Mississippian

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SouthTalks screens award-winning documentary ‘Natchez’

The Center for the Study of Southern Culture hosted a screening of filmmaker Suzannah Herbert’s documentary “Natchez,” followed by a Q&A in the Overby Center for Southern Journalism and Politics on Monday, Nov. 2. The documentary premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Festival in New York City where it won Best Documentary Feature for examining the antebellum tourism industry in Natchez, Miss.

Natchez, MS · 11h

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Alexandria VA to hold Veterans Day program, parade and picnic Nov. 11

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) — The Alexandria VA Health Care System will celebrate Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, with several events on the medical center grounds. A Veterans Day program will begin at 10 a.m. in the medical center’s auditorium. A veteran from the Alexandria VA’s Community Living Center will be saluted. Winners of the Fifth Annual Veterans Day Essay Contests for High School and Junior High School will present their winning entries.

Alexandria, LA · 2d

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The South Louisiana Craft Gallery Where Work From More Than 250 Artisans Fills One Building

Hundreds of Louisiana artists share one shop, and every single thing on the shelves was made by hand. That’s easy enough to understand. Although that’s quite a thing to casually mention, since it means your gift shopping just got a lot harder to rush. The idea runs deeper...

Lafayette, LA · 3d

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Discover Monroe-West Monroe launches Christmas guide

Monroe-West Monroe, LA– The most wonderful time of year is here in Monroe-West Monroe! Discover Monroe-West Monroe has created a guide for all things Christmas. This guide will feature information about Christmas parades, events, holiday light maps, gift guides for local products, and more!. A few events you can...

West Monroe, LA · 3d

KNOE TV8

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Hot air balloons will be at Chennault Aviation and Military Museum this weekend!

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Chennault Fest is this weekend! Ten hot air balloons will be at the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum in Monroe today and tomorrow. SkyCab Balloon Promotions will be out there giving people tethered rides. Matt McClinton says seeing the excitement for families never gets old. Gates...

Monroe, LA · 2d

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‘Christmas on the River’ Christmas guide released

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Discover Monroe-West Monroe (DMWM) released its Christmas guide Thursday for the 2026 holiday season. The holiday celebrations start on Dec. 3-6 with both the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ouachita Christmas Parade and the Bawcomville Redneck Parade along with the Downtown Gallery Crawl, Christmas on the River Festival Day, and Christmas Open House at the Biedenharn Home and Gardens.

Monroe, LA · 3d

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Monroe and West Monroe roll out affordable holiday events to keep traditions alive

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - For many families, holiday traditions are becoming more difficult to afford as the costs of gifts, travel and everyday necessities continue to rise. Now, community leaders in Monroe and West Monroe are working to keep those traditions within reach. Organizers unveiled a season-long lineup of free...

Monroe, LA · 3d

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Emmy Award-winning actress named Grambling State University Fall 2026 Commencement speaker

GRAMBLING, La. (KNOE) - Grambling State University has announced their commencement speaker for its Fall 2026 Commencement. School officials say Emmy Award-winning actress, director, singer and author Jasmine Guy will speak at their commencement on Friday, December 4. “I grew up in the shadow of Morehouse College and have admired...

Grambling, LA · 4d

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Louisiana Living: Biedenharn Museum & Gardens

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Today on Louisiana Living, Ashley Doughty is joined by Ralph Calhoun discussing exciting art work. For more details, watch the video above.

Louisiana · 3d

EURweb

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Today Grambling State Turns 125 as Legendary Marching Band Hits 100

The historic HBCU marks three milestones in one year, celebrating its impact on Black higher education, athletics and American music. *Grambling State University turns 125 today, November 1, celebrating a legacy that helped shape Black higher education, college athletics and marching band culture across America. 0:00 / 0:00. The Louisiana...

Grambling, LA · 7d

KNOE TV8

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Ouachita Parish Public Library opens new main branch on Oliver Road

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Ouachita Parish Public Library welcomed patrons through the doors of its newly completed main branch, marking a major investment in community learning and youth development. The new facility on Oliver Road replaces the former branch at North 18th and Stubbs streets, which closed in August...

Ouachita Parish, LA · 10d

KNOE TV8

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Registration now open for Sterlington Christmas Parade

STERLINGTON, La. (KNOE) - The Sterlington Business Alliance announced they have opened registration for the Sterlington Christmas Parade. Organizers invite businesses, churches, schools, community groups and vendors to enter a float, gather a walking group or join as a vendor. The parade starts at 6 p.m. on Dec. 12. Lineup...

Sterlington, LA · 11d

KNOE TV8

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Several holiday events coming up in the City of West Monroe!

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - West Monroe Main Street Director Adrienne LaFrance Wells joined Good Morning ArkLaMiss to talk about some holiday events coming up in the city!. You can kick off your holiday shopping at the annual Holiday Open House in Antique Alley this Sunday, November 1, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

West Monroe, LA · 11d

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True Crime Live coming to Monroe on October 27!

The Children’s Coalition Executive Director Deidra Adair and podcast host and true crime investigator M. William Phelps joined Good Morning ArkLaMiss to talk about their upcoming event.

Monroe, LA · 13d

KNOE TV8

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Welcome in! Get a behind-the-scenes look at the new OPPL Main Branch

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - From podcast spaces to 3D printing - the new Main Branch of the Ouachita Parish Public Library literally has it all. The word “community” comes to mind as you walk through the shelves and meeting spaces. Every space is designed for people to meet, discuss, make friends, and learn together.

Monroe, LA · 12d