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VPSO looking for suspects wanted on outstanding warrants
VERNON PARISH, La. (KALB) - The Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding two suspects wanted on outstanding warrants. VPSO is looking for Quinton Haley, 23, of Burr Ferry and Christina Ingram aka Christina Marshall of New Llano. VPSO said that anyone found...
Beauregard E-911 office experiencing phone call issues
BEAUREGARD PARISH, La. (KPLC) - The DeRidder Police Department announced the Beauregard E-911 office is having trouble with receiving phone calls. Officers say if you need emergency police, fire, or medical help, contact the sheriff’s office at 337-463-3281 or the DeRidder Police at 337-462-8911.
WEATHER UPDATE: Another bout of severe weather awaits SW La.
Another bout of severe weather and heavy rainfall awaits Southwest Louisiana today. National Weather Service Lake Charles meteorologist Donald Jones said multiple rounds of rain will roll through the area through Friday night, possibly Saturday morning. “The good news is I think we’re going to get all of the activity out of here by Saturday […]
Tree falls on man clearing storm debris, breaking his legs, Beauregard sheriff says
BEAUREGARD PARISH, La. (KPLC) - A man was injured while trying to clear a fallen tree in Beauregard Parish Friday, according to authorities. Residents were using an 18-wheeler to clear the tree near Reneau Road, off La. 12 northeast of DeQuincy, when the tree snapped and fell on one of them, Sheriff Mark Herford said. The tree broke both of the man’s legs below his knees.
Leesville Council looking to curb park vandalism
By Emily Burleigh The Leesville City Council is asking residents to help curve vandalism in Myrtle Park, 1103 King’s Rd. At the City Council meeting on Monday, Councilmember-at-large Phillip Hunt expressed aggravation at ongoing vandalism in Leesville parks, specifically Myrtle Park — a park that features a basketball court, frisbee golf course, pickleball courts, playground equipment […]
Beauregard Health System breaks ground for new expanded emergency department
Residents of Beauregard Parish and the surrounding areas will have access to two updated medical departments by 2026. Beauregard Health System, 600 S. Pine S. in DeRidder, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for their highly anticipated expanded emergency department on Friday, May 17. This celebration marks the first steps for two new facilities at Beauregard Health […]
Deridder veterans enjoy brunch, fellowship
DERIDDER La. (KPLC) -It’s Armed Forces Day, and a Veterans brunch was held this morning at the War Memorial Civic Center in Deridder. Dozens of veterans and their families came together to enjoy a meal and talk with one another. Those who attended say they are grateful for this...
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