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Jean Lafitte, LA · Education

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Haynes Academy (LA) 2027 LB Carter Sternberger Named Gridiron Football National Player of Week 9!

Haynes Academy showed up for Carter Sternberger, and the Yellow Jackets’ standout linebacker has a national honor to show for it. After recording 15 tackles, two pass breakups, and a fumble recovery against Booker T. Washington, the Class of 2027 prospect received 80,537 votes to earn the Gridiron Football National Player of the Week award for Week 9.

Metairie, LA · 1d

Sportsnaut

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Louisiana Football Power Ends Edna Karr’s 35-Game Winning Streak

St. Augustine delivered a dominant performance against defending state champion Edna Karr, snapping the Cougars’ 35-game winning streak and announcing itself as a Louisiana title contender.

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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Meagan Good, Cornell Young IV Inspire New Orleans Students to Aim Higher

Hollywood Actors Meagan Good and Cornell Young IV shared personal stories of overcoming obstacles and pursuing success with students from three New Orleans High Schools during an InspireNOLA Rally Wednesday, Oct. 21st. The “Elevate to Mastery & Advanced” Student Rally brought approximately 1,400 attendees from Edna Karr High School, McDonogh...

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Covington High School competes for Friday Night 5G Lights grand prize

Covington High School needs your vote. The school has made it to the final round of the Friday Night 5G Lights competition. Principal John Boudreaux and Athletic Director, Kenny Schenck, give us more details.

Covington, LA · 4d

LSU Reveille

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‘All about LSU’: These alumni reflect on their memories as Tigers, experiences postgrad

LSU not only holds a special place in current students’ hearts, but it also carries a strong meaning in the hearts of alumni. For alumnus Chris Adams, LSU means connecting with a larger community. Adams is originally from New Orleans, but like many he went to high school with,...

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

NOLA.com

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A Newman senior has emerged as a rare three-phase standout for the Greenies

Aaron Vice didn’t need a football field to recognize Alex Roth’s speed. The Newman football coach first noticed it when Roth repeatedly raced around the basepaths during baseball season. He saw it again during summer workouts, when the senior ran a 4.74-second 40-yard dash and power cleaned 245 pounds.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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LSU president is looking for a leader with ‘new ideas’ to turn around LSU New Orleans

LSU President Wade Rousse knows that whoever is chosen to lead LSU New Orleans will face a formidable task. The former University of New Orleans, which joined the LSU system in July, needs major repairs and an infusion of new students. And while its budget crisis has eased, its finances still are in critical condition, Rousse said in an interview Tuesday.

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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LSU New Orleans chancellor finalists make pitches for boosting enrollment, place in state system

The final four candidates vying to become the permanent chancellor of LSU New Orleans told faculty, staff and students this week that boosting enrollment is a must for the school’s future success. During campus visits Tuesday and Wednesday, some of the finalists offered plans for direct recruiting, while others...

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Finding a place to call home: Open-mic event encourages students to share their stories

Nicholls State University students will have an opportunity to express themselves and share their personal stories during the “Relate to Home” open-mic event on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. The event invites attendees to explore what the word “home” means to them through different forms of expression,...

Thibodaux, LA · 3d

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Livingston Parish Students Against Destructive Decisions to host Amazing Shake on Wednesday

DENHAM SPRINGS — Livingston Parish Students Against Destructive Decisions announced a $625,000 federal grant through the White House's Drug-Free Communities Support Program last week. According to the organization, the grant will provide $125,000 each year through 2031 for a 5-year investment totaling $625,000. The program said the funding will...

Denham Springs, LA · 4d

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St. Augustine moves to No. 1 in HSFA Louisiana Top 10 – November 3, 2026

St. Augustine moves to the top of the latest High School Football America Louisiana Top 10 high school football rankings, powered by NFL Play Fotball. The Purple Knights move to No. 1 after their 52-14 blowout of former No. 1 Edna Karr, which saw its 35-game win streak come to an end.

New Orleans, LA · 4d

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High school football rankings: St. Augustine makes MaxPreps Top 25 debut after 52-14 win over Edna Karr

St. Augustine (New Orleans, La.) went from just outside the MaxPreps Top 25 high school football rankings to No. 19 after becoming the first team since 2023 to beat Edna Karr (New Orleans). The Purple Knights didn't just beat them, they dominated the back-to-back Division I Select state champions 52-14.

New Orleans, LA · 5d

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Covenant Christian dominates Houma Christian 51-0 in rivalry game

Covenant Christian Academy routed Houma Christian 51-0 on Friday thanks six passing touchdowns from quarterback Peyton Clement, four of which were to wide receiver Kylan Johnson. Clement completed 22-of-27 passes for 385 yards and six touchdowns. He completed 81.4% of his passes. The win increased the Lions record to 4-5...

Houma, LA · 4d

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CCS Top 10 rankings: St. Augustine makes statement as state’s top team to take top spot

It was a statement made. It was demonstrative at that. St. Augustine stated its case, not just as the top team in Class 5A, not just as the top team in Division I Select but as the top team in Louisiana in any class. The Purple Knights crushed two-time defending...

New Orleans, LA · 6d

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Southeastern picks interim leader as dean of research and innovation

HAMMOND — Southeastern Louisiana University named a new dean of research and innovation. The university selected Daniel McCarthy for the position after he served on an interim basis since July 2024. “Working collaboratively with faculty, academic leaders, students and external partners, Dr. McCarthy will foster interdisciplinary research and scholarship,...

Hammond, LA · 5d

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St. Augustine Mauls Edna Karr: Purple Knights, QB Jaelle Noble Ignite Running Clock in Third Quarter of 52-14 Win

Live scoring updates for Edna Karr vs. St. Augustine, No. 1 vs. No. 2 in Louisiana

New Orleans, LA · 7d

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LSWA High School Football Polls – Post-Week 9

Others receiving votes: St. Thomas More 32, Northshore 7, John Curtis 5, West Monroe 5, Destrehan 2, Zachary 2, Acadiana 1. Others receiving votes: Salmen 23, Opelousas 17, Carencro 4, Cecilia 1. Class 3A. School, 1st rec, points, Prev. rank. 1. St. Charles (11) 8-1 132 1. 2. University 7-2...

New Orleans, LA · 5d

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Laundry fire at Xavier University of Louisiana prompts brief evacuation

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A laundry fire at Xavier University of Louisiana late Sunday prompted a brief evacuation of a dormitory floor on Sunday (Nov. 1), students tell FOX 8. Around 7:30 p.m. Xavier University officials said a fire broke out in an overloaded clothes dryer. They said the fire was contained in the dryer.

New Orleans, LA · 5d

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OPINION | Leave the water bottle at home

Enormous Stanley tumblers swinging from students’ hands, Hydro Flasks protruding from backpacks and gallon-sized Yetis are almost part of a campus uniform at Tulane University. Yet if any campus can defend the omnipresent water bottle, Tulane can. New Orleans is hot, and the university encourages students to carry reusable...

New Orleans, LA · 5d