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Tangipahoa Parish Jail inmates earn special housing after completing Freedom Behind Bars class

AMITE — Four inmates at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail celebrated the completion of a group therapy-type course, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. The Freedom Behind Bars class, led by Wytisha Williams with WLW Restoring and Healing Hearts, aims at empowering people with an understanding of the behaviors associated with various mental health challenges. The goal of the program is to help inmates minimize conflict while incarcerated, as well as reduce recidivism once they are released.

Tangipahoa Parish, LA · 3d
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West Feliciana Winner Can't Vote in the District He Just Won

West Feliciana Registrar of Voters Office — Voter Records Correction Office. Elijah Lewis knocked on more than 700 doors across West Feliciana Parish this fall to win a school board seat representing District 7. Now he's not even sure he's legally registered to vote there, let alone serve there, after a mapping error tangled his registration with hundreds of his neighbors.

West Feliciana Parish, LA · 2d
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Two hopefuls headed to runoff for partial Covington term

Two first-time candidates running to represent Covington City Council District A will compete in a runoff on Dec. 12, after receiving the most votes in a three-way race on Nov. 3. Alva Drionne Smith, who finished first with 187 votes, will face off against Maisha Harrell-Bijou, who received 169 votes....

Covington, LA · 1d
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La. 1064 closed at railroad crossing in Tangipahoa Parish as crews conduct maintenance

TICKFAW — La. 1064 in Tangipahoa Parish will be closed in both directions at the railroad crossing starting Tuesday as crews conduct maintenance on the railroad. The closure will be in effect from Tuesday at 6 a.m. to Thursday at 5 p.m. "Motorists should allow extra travel time, follow...

Tangipahoa Parish, LA · 1d
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Two Louisiana students land major national honor

Two Louisiana high school students have been named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars, an honor recognizing academic achievement, artistic and technical talent, leadership and community service. Christine Tseng of Haynes Academy for Advanced Studies in Metairie represents Jefferson Parish. Aditiya Babbar, a student at Mandeville High School, represents St. Tammany Parish.

Louisiana · 6h

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Franklinton Unveils Safe Haven Baby Box

Louisiana’s third Safe Haven Baby Box offers a lifeline to parents in crisis and a safe beginning for newborns THE DAILY NEWS A new symbol of hope, compassion and protection […]

Franklinton, LA · 15h

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City of Brookhaven considers creating walking trail to help fight health issues

Brookhaven aldermen took the first steps toward construction of a walking trail as a preventative for suicide and obesity. Dr. William Hay, a family practitioner, proposed the trail to the […]

Brookhaven, MS · 1d

The Daily News

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DOTD Updates LA 10 Road Closure in Washington Parish

Monday, November 09, 2026 10:25 AM UPDATE: LA 10 from LA 25 to Main Street will be paritally closed nightly from 8pm to 6am starting Wednesday, November 18, 2026 to […]

Washington Parish, LA · 2d

The Daily News

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Every Vote Counts: One-Vote Margin Highlights Importance of Voting

Voters decide local races, approve ballot measures as Bogalusa Mayoral and City Council runoffs head to Dec. 12 election THE DAILY NEWS If there was ever proof that every vote counts, […]

Bogalusa, LA · 11h

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Area veterans to be honored at Wednesday dinner

Area veterans will be the guests of honor Wednesday, Nov. 11, at an annual event held to celebrate the men and women who served their country at home and abroad. […]

Lincoln County, MS · 2d

The Daily Leader

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Brookhaven declares Nov. 13 MSA Day

The City of Brookhaven has officially declared Nov. 13 as MSA Day. The Mississippi School of the Arts will be celebrated, along with the students, creativity, talent and traditions that […]

Brookhaven, MS · 14h

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M. Williams Road bridge work in Kentwood starts November 18 with 5-month closure

KENTWOOD — A bridge replacement project on M. Williams Road is scheduled to begin Nov. 18. Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller said the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development plans to close M. Williams Road .38 miles east of LA 1054, or 1.45 miles west of La. Highway 38, starting Nov. 18 for an estimated 5 months while crews replace the existing bridge.

Kentwood, LA · 1d

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Judge Upholds Johnson Clerk Ruling as Louisiana Election Focus Shifts, Ole Miss Racism Probe and Priest Theft Charges

Your browser does not support the audio element. A judge upheld the Adams County Board of Supervisors’ decision not to reappoint Verna Johnson a...

Adams County, MS · 1d

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New MCDP vice president, Chamber director begins work in Columbia

COLUMBIA, Miss. (WDAM) - There’s a new advocate for the business community in Marion County. Marion County native and University of Southern Mississippi graduate Kelly Davis is the new vice president of the Marion County Development Partnership (MCDP) and director of the Marion County Chamber of Commerce. “I love...

Marion County, MS · 1d

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Mississippi viral video sparks backlash for WI auto dealership

Wisconsin · 2d

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Rankin County updates election results

Rankin County, MS · 13h

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10 General Stores In Mississippi That Still Feel Like The Good Old Days

Mississippi knows a thing or two about keeping old traditions alive, and its general stores are proof. These aren’t just places to grab a quick snack or pick up a few groceries. They’re little reminders of a time when shopping came with a friendly chat and nobody was in a rush to get out the door.

Mississippi · 5d

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Madison County road updates: One project nearly complete, three more advancing east of I-55

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - Engineers gave the Madison County Board of Supervisors updates this week on several major road projects east of Interstate 55, with one project closing in on completion and others still years from construction. South Wheatley Street. South Wheatley Street in Ridgeland is the closest to...

Madison County, MS · 1d

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Barricade removed at Clinton intersection

A barricade aimed at preventing traffic accidents at a busy Clinton intersection is gone, replaced by plastic posts which are intended to serve the same purpose. “It’s part of an effort to improve safety there,” says Michael Flood with the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). The barricade in...

Clinton, MS · 1d