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Widespread Microsoft 365 service disruption affects email communications in Natchitoches Parish, beyond

A widespread Microsoft 365 service disruption is affecting Outlook and email communications for businesses, organizations and other users, including the Natchitoches Parish School Board. The disruption is impacting users globally and is not isolated to any single organization. The Natchitoches Parish School Board issued a notice advising that all district...

Natchitoches Parish, LA · 18h
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Thieves steal AC units from a historic Alexandria church

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Someone stole two air conditioning units from a historic Alexandria church, and the deacon said replacing them could cost about $20,000. First St. Mark Baptist Church, at Reed Street and North 17th Street, has stood since 1903. Deacon Grady Blackwell Jr. said his brother alerted him...

Alexandria, LA · 2d
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TKTMJ Secures $42.3M Army Corps Contract for Metairie, Louisiana Construction Work

TKTMJ, Inc.,* Natchitoches, Louisiana, was awarded a $42,398,851 firm-fixed-price contract for construction access to the work site; demolition; clearing and grubbing; excavation and embankment placement; geotextile and stone placement; and turf establishment and maintenance. Bids were solicited via the internet with four received. Work will be performed in Metairie, Louisiana, with an estimated completion date of Nov. 15, 2027. Fiscal 2027 civil expenses funds in the amount of $42,398,851 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans, Louisiana, is the contracting activity (W912P8-27-C-A003).

Metairie, LA · 2d
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Louisiana junior high runners compete at state meet in Pineville

Wylan Bates of Pineville Junior High finished third in the boys’ 2-mile race at the Louisiana Junior High XC State Championship on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, at Ward 9 Sportsplex in Pineville, Louisiana. More than 600 elementary and junior high students from across the state competed. Elementary students competed in the 1-mile race, while junior high students ran the 2-mile event. Placing first in the boys' 2-mile run was Cameron Croft of Erath Middle School, who finished in 11:18.20. Camden Pastorick of Catholic High School-Baton Rouge placed second in 11:25.90. Bates came in third with a time of 11:38.05. In the boys' team standings, Erath Middle School placed first, followed by Ascension Episcopal in second and Catholic High-Baton Rouge in third. In the girls' 2-mile run, Stella Miller of Holy Name of Jesus School took first place with a time of 12:41.70. Kali Burke of Milton Middle School finished second in 12:53.20, and Anne-Marie Brown of Our Lady of Fatima School placed third in 13:19.70. In the girls' team competition, Scott Middle School claimed first place, Louise McGehee Middle School finished second and Edgar Martin Middle School placed third. This article originally appeared on Alexandria Town Talk: Louisiana junior high

Pineville, LA · 1d

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Two Vernon Parish teams in playoffs for first time since 2022

It’s been awhile since Vernon Parish put multiple teams in the football playoff – 2022 to be exact. But that year, both Leesville and Rosepine made a run to the quarterfinals. This year’s Leesville and Rosepine squads are poised to make another deep run in their respective divisions....

Vernon Parish, LA · 2d

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Gov. Landry: Louisiana to give more than 18,000 computers, tablets to local organizations with Étouffée program

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Gov. Landry, alongside Apple executives, announced in Alexandria on Tuesday another program under Louisiana’s statewide broadband buildout. The program expands the state’s GUMBO program. Louisiana will give out more than 18,000 free laptops, computers, and tablets to local organizations. The project, nicknamed ETOUFEE, is...

Louisiana · 3d

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Rosepine Elementary student named Vernon Parish Elementary Student of the Year

Quinn Turcotte of Rosepine Elementary School has been named the Vernon Parish Elementary Student of the Year. Quinn moved to Louisiana with her family in 2021 when the Army brought them to the area. She was in kindergarten at the time and remembers her first friend at Rosepine, Deborah, who helped her feel welcome at her new school.

Vernon Parish, LA · 2d

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‘A Home for the Homeless’ charity fundraiser

The Central Louisiana Homeless Coalition recently hosted their third annual, “A Home for the Homeless,” charity fundraiser in downtown Alex.

Alexandria, LA · 16h

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Derrick Johnson & Associates Continues Thanksgiving Tradition, Announces Giveaways in Colfax and Winnfield

OBERLIN, La. (UrbanCast: 11/12/2026) — For Derrick Johnson, giving back is more than a holiday tradition. It is a commitment he has maintained for years, helping families across Central Louisiana when a little extra support can make a meaningful difference. On Sunday, November 8, Derrick Johnson & Associates partnered...

Winnfield, LA · 1d

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Pipe bursts at Scott M. Brame Middle School, school canceled for some students

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Scott M. Brame Middle School announced that a water line was hit and broken during construction work on Thursday. After the water line was fixed and water turned back on, a pipe burst in a restroom at the school due to water pressure. Brame said some...

Alexandria, LA · 23h

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Avoyelles church events: Anniversary celebration, Friendsgiving and a youth faith conference

Area churches and youth organizers have announced opportunities for worship, fellowship and faith formation. Progressive Baptist Church's 108th anniversary: Nov. 15. Progressive Baptist Church invites the public to celebrate its 108th anniversary Sunday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Frankie Ford of Magnolia Baptist Church in Evergreen. His congregation will join him for the celebration.

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 1d

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Tamp & Grind’s Tiny Market brings local makers together

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Your Saturday plans just got a little more creative thanks to an event at Tamp & Grind. This Saturday, November 14, Tamp & Grind is having its second Tiny Market event from 5 to 7 p.m. “Tiny Market was sort of inspired by, like, farmers markets...

Alexandria, LA · 1d

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Many, already in playoff mode, hits road to No. 7 Pine in first round

The postseason is something very familiar for a Many program that punched its 16th playoff ticket in the last 17 years. The 2026 Tigers are also familiar with do-or-die situations, as they had to beat a six-win Lakeside team in the season finale to secure their postseason spot. Senior running...

Many, LA · 2d

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Vernon Parish students highlight 4-H leadership, agricultural education at School Board meeting

Two Vernon Parish students recently addressed the Vernon Parish School Board, sharing their experiences in 4-H and FFA and highlighting opportunities for student leadership, community service and agricultural education. Abby Welch, one of 1,320 students enrolled in Vernon Parish 4-H this year, spoke to board members about how the organization...

Vernon Parish, LA · 2d