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Swepco says regional floodwaters are complicating restoration
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - SWEPCO reports delayed restoration times due to saturated conditions following several storms in the Arklatex. On June 5, according to SWEPCO additional heavy rainfall and flooding in the Arklatex, power restoration has been delayed. Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) says that due to impactful storms passing through the area overnight are causing challenges to repairs and is increasing outage time.
Missing teen found safe, Beauregard Parish authorities say
SINGER, La. (KALB) - A missing or runaway teen has been found safe, according to the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office. BPSO requested the public’s help to locate 17-year-old Brandie Cooley, who had last been seen in the Singer community.
VIDEO: 15-year-old’s late-night ride ends in police chase and crash into Rosepine pharmacy, police say
ROSEPINE, La. (KPLC) - An early morning police chase ended with a 15-year-old crashing a vehicle into Rosepine Family Pharmacy, according to the DeRidder Police Department. DeRidder Police say the pursuit began early this morning, Friday, May 31, around 3:40 a.m. when a patrol unit spotted a 2024 Nissan Rouge traveling without taillights. The officer attempted to catch up with the vehicle which began speeding away after the officer turned on their emergency lights. The pursuit then traveled north on U.S. Highway 171 and into the Town of Rospine.
Cornhole tournament to benefit Lions Camp
The DeRidder Lions Club will be hosting their inaguaral Baggin’ and Braggin’ Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, June 8, at the Beauregard Parish Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. Come rain or shine, this family-friendly event will be fun for everyone. The tournament kicks off at 10 am and will have refreshments...
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