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bienvilleparishjournal.com
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...
jacksonparishjournal.com
LA 155 Bridge Over Poplar Creek Tributary To Be Closed Beginning October 19th
JACKSON PARISH, La. – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Monday, October 19, 2026, the LA 155 bridge over Poplar Creek Tributary east of Quitman in Jackson Parish will be closed for replacement. This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING. This bridge is...
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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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Mayor Friday Ellis responds to Carroll High’s football season suspension
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On October 6, 2026, Monroe Mayor Friday Ellis responded to the football season suspension that Carroll High School received on September 30, 2026, following a fight with Assumption High School’s football team. In his Facebook post, Ellis mentioned that he was “deeply disappointed” by the decision to suspend Carroll High School’s […]
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ULM to honor veterans at Nov. 6 ceremony, offer Louisiana Veterans Honor Medal
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The University of Louisiana Monroe announced it will recognize veterans and active-duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces during its annual Veterans Day Appreciation Ceremony at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6. The ceremony will take place in The Terrace on the seventh floor of the ULM...
lincolnparishjournal.com
Connecting Ward 5: A Greenway for all of Ruston
One of my favorite things about Ruston is that we are a city that continues to grow while still feeling like home. But as our community grows, we also have to think differently about how people get around. More people are walking, running, biking, and riding scooters across Ruston. Louisiana...
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Acadian Ambulance expands to Caldwell Parish
CALDWELL PARISH, La. (KNOE) — Acadian Ambulance is now the sole emergency medical services provider for Caldwell Parish, effective Thursday, Oct. 1. Acadian Ambulance has served Ouachita Parish and neighboring areas since 2019. On Sept. 1, the Caldwell Parish Police Jury unanimously voted to select Acadian Ambulance as its EMS provider following a recommendation from the Ambulance Committee.
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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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Temporary road closure on North 18th St. railroad crossing
The City of Monroe will temporarily close North 18th Street at Washington Street from Saturday, October 10, through Tuesday, October 13, for railroad crossing repairs and enhancements. The closures will allow Railroad Traffic Services to repair and enhance the crossing. The public is advised that this will be a total...
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Kiroli Foundation to launch second annual Pet Mayor Contest
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Kiroli Foundation announced the launch of its second annual West Monroe pet Mayor Contest. Event organizers said residents are invited to nominate their furry (and not so furry) friends to be in the running for West Monroe Pet Mayor. Nominations are accepted from Tuesday, Oct....
lincolnparishjournal.com
EDITORIAL: Show up, speak up for Louisiana Tech
A little more than a week ago, the Lincoln Parish Journal published an editorial encouraging Louisiana Tech faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors and fans to pay close attention to the process of selecting the university’s next president. We encouraged people to get involved and make their voices heard. This...
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Louisiana Illuminator: Louisiana Tech president speaks on retirement decision: ‘I’ve got a lot more to do’
Louisiana Tech President Jim Henderson said he plans to relocate to Florida after he retires in December to continue his career as an educator by homeschooling his grandkids. Henderson announced last week he intends to leave the leadership role at the Ruston campus at the end of the calendar year due to health concerns.
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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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Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival brings culture, vendors to Lazarre Park
WEST MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival was held at Lazarre Park in West Monroe. The event was put on by the Kiroli Foundation with the support of the City of West Monroe. The annual festival celebrates Irish, Scottish and Gaelic culture. It included live music, a...