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Late pay, rats, broken equipment and dozens of leaks at Pecanland Mall, employees share details
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Two employees are shedding light on the conditions at the Pecanland Mall after the Kohan Retail Investment Group bought the mall in May. Both employees, who wanted to be anonymous, told KNOE they haven’t been paid on time; there are at least 30 leaks in the roof, rats, no working AC and broken security equipment.
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Entergy wants to build power lines for Meta’s data center. These landowners are fighting back.
CALHOUN BRAKE, La. — A baby alligator scrambled off a log as Parnell Perry weaved his mud boat through the swamp, bumping into the occasional cypress tree. Dragonflies buzzed lazily in the August afternoon heat. Parnell’s father, Harvey Perry, sat on the bow. As the boat arrived at...
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Franklin Parish catfish processing plant seeking federal help for catfish farmers
FRANKLIN PARISH, La. (KNOE) - Haring Catfish is the only catfish processing plant in Northeast Louisiana. The company’s Secretary and Treasurer says the catfish industry has been shrinking nationwide for over two decades decreasing by 6% last year. “I think a lot of it is the high feed cost,...
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By the numbers: 'Generous bonus' boosts St. Tammany Parish wage growth to nation's highest
Two Louisiana parishes have posted some of the sharpest wage spikes anywhere in the country so far this year, new federal employment data shows. St. Tammany Parish rocketed to the top of the national wage growth rankings this year, reporting the highest year-on-year compensation increases among the U.S.’s 376 largest counties. Average weekly wages in the parish were up more than 23% to $1,478 a week for the first three months of 2026, compared with $1,204 a week in the first quarter of last year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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Two Buc-ee's race to open first in Louisiana. See when they plan to open
Buc-ee's , with its beloved beaver mascot and celebrated food items, will soon open its first ever locations in Louisiana. The chain of massive travel centers is expanding into other states and will be opening one location in Northeast Louisiana and another in the South Central region of the state. The stores are expected to generate millions in revenue, employ hundreds of workers and welcome thousands of visitors daily. When is Buc-ee's location in Ruston, Louisiana expected to open? Construction crews have begun pouring concrete and laying additional groundwork for the Buc-ee's building in Ruston, which will be located off of Interstate 20 at the Tarbutton road exit. Ruston's Buc-ee's location is projected to open mid 2027, but this could be subject to change depending on construction progress, according to the City of Ruston . Once completed, the location will span more than 70,000 square feet and include more than 100 fuel pumps. "This project continues to move forward step by step, and we’re excited to watch it take shape and share updates along the way as we get closer to opening day," says the City of Ruston website. When is Buc-ee's location in Lafayette, Louisiana expected to open? The
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Landowners concerned about Meta Entergy proposed transmission lines project that would cut through their property
LASALLE PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — A farm owner in LaSalle Parish is raising concerns about a proposed energy transmission project. Dustin McAnn, proprietor of Maple Wind Farms, established his family operation approximately 10 years ago to raise and market Beefmaster cattle. The projected route for the transmission line would bisect his agricultural land.
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Entergy eases confidentiality restrictions in Meta power case
(The Center Square) – Entergy Louisiana has agreed to loosen confidentiality restrictions that prevented some consumer advocates from reviewing highly sensitive evidence in the utility's multibillion-dollar power expansion case tied to Meta's Richland Parish data center. The agreement gives seven representatives of the Alliance for Affordable Energy and Union...
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Hospitals, hunting podcasts, crawfish farming: Bordelon can’t find true calling as his medical facilities struggle
Developments and events surrounding Allegiance Healthcare are creeping up faster than Donald Trump on a 12-year-old girl. Allegiance Healthcare and CEO Rock Bordelon are busily weaving an intricate network of business dealings, some of which involve his network of medical centers and some which are totally separate and unconnected to each other.
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By the numbers: 'Generous bonus' boosts St. Tammany Parish wage growth to nation's highest
Two Louisiana parishes have posted some of the sharpest wage spikes anywhere in the country so far this year, new federal employment data shows. St. Tammany Parish rocketed to the top of the national wage growth rankings this year, reporting the highest year-on-year compensation increases among the U.S.’s 376 largest counties. Average weekly wages in the parish were up more than 23% to $1,478 a week for the first three months of 2026, compared with $1,204 a week in the first quarter of last year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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Cedar Hill project to bring more than 170 student housing units for Louisiana Tech Students
RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, the City of Ruston announced the beginnings of a new construction project. A development known as Cedar Hill, is being built at the corner of West Alabama Avenue and Tarbutton Road. City officials say the project will add more than 170 housing units through a three-phase […]
lincolnparishjournal.com
Southern States Equipment Named to RER 100: Top Rental Equipment Companies
Southern States Equipment, a locally owned and operated equipment rental and sales company, has been named to the RER 100: Top Rental Equipment Companies, ranking No. 87 in its first full year of operation. Editors of Rental Equipment Register (RER) have annually compiled the RER 100, recognizing the 100 largest...
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Claiborne Parish Fair to feature livestock shows, youth contests and community events
The Claiborne Parish Fair is approaching, bringing a week of livestock exhibitions, youth competitions and family-friendly activities to the Haynesville Fair Barn beginning Sept. 28. The annual fair provides an opportunity for local 4-H members and other youth exhibitors to showcase the animals, projects and skills they have worked to...
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Patriot Rail names Jason Bradt new chief operating officer
Patriot Rail Company has announced the appointment of Jason Bradt as chief operating officer. Patriot Rail plans to expand its railroad, transload, logistics, and excursion operations across the United States. Louisiana & North West Railroad is part of the company. The L&NW line runs from McNeil, AR, to Gibsland, LA.
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Franklin Parish Farmer discusses drought and price challenges
FRANKLIN PARISH, La. (KNOE) - Franklin Parish Greg Kincaid says the ongoing drought has given him a mixed bag of results over the last few months. He says rain is much needed for cattle and hay farmers. “Cattle pastures are really short,” Kincaid said. “We have had a few showers,...
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NELA Next: Young Professionals Conference
The NELA: Young Professionals Conference will be held on October 8th, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Louisiana Delta Community College Activity Building. This event is dedicated to promoting young individuals in Northeast Louisiana who are ambitious, motivated, and have career-centered goals. NELA Next invites young leaders...
jacksonparishjournal.com
Haynes International Gives Presentation to JHHS 7th Grade STAR Academy Class
The 7th-grade STAR Academy class at Jonesboro-Hodge High School was treated to a very educational and enjoyable presentation on Tuesday by Mrs. Samantha Pittman, who holds a management position at Haynes International in Arcadia, LA. Haynes International is one of the world’s largest developers, manufacturers, and distributors of high‐performance nickel‐...
Gonzales Weekly Citizen
Two Buc-ee's race to open first in Louisiana. See when they plan to open
Buc-ee's, with its beloved beaver mascot and celebrated food items, will soon open its first ever locations in Louisiana. The chain of massive travel centers is expanding into other states and will be opening one location in Northeast Louisiana and another in the South Central region of the state. The...
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IES Communications open new logistics and warehouse facility in West Monroe
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — IES Communications marked the opening of its new logistics and warehouse facility in West Monroe with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday morning alongside the West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce, local officials and community partners. Located at 601 Grantham Avenue, the new facility expands the...