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AT&T Starts To Shutoff Land Lines

Monroe, LA · 19h

The Center Square

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Louisiana school district tries to withhold data center bonus pay records

(The Center Square) – A northeast Louisiana school system that paid out five-figure teacher bonuses this year thanks to a new Meta data center put up a fight when The Center Square asked for records of who received the money. The Richland Parish School Board's defiant stance against the request for employee compensation records violated state law, said Virginia Hamrick, Louisiana staff attorney for the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press. Hamrick sent a demand letter, on behalf of the wire service, to the superintendent in September that convinced the district to release the records after a two-month battle. The school board initially refused to provide its data in spreadsheet format, saying it would only print them out and mail them. The board's records custodian also demanded The Center Square agree in advance to pay unspecified hourly fees without revealing the price beforehand. Richland Parish schools still has a public records fee schedule posted on its website claiming the right to charge requestors $30 per hour for "retrieval, review, and supervision," and $25 per hour for email searches. Those fees are not allowed under the Louisiana Public Records Law, Hamrick said. "They're on notice that this doesn't comply with

Richland Parish, LA · 2d

wwno.org

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Entergy says Meta power lines serve ‘public purpose’ in Lincoln Parish land rights lawsuit

Entergy Louisiana is asking a court to force owners of 14 tracts of land in Lincoln Parish to surrender the rights to portions of their property so the utility company can build a major new transmission line to supply electricity to Meta’s planned data center in neighboring Richland Parish, according to a copy of the suit shared with the Gulf States Newsroom.

Lincoln Parish, LA · 20h
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Innovative test catches Coach O's sepsis in time

Coach Ed Orgeron has recovered from sepsis after early detection by an innovative diagnostic test at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. (Courtesy of FMOL Health)

Monroe, LA · 23h
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The News-Star

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Final North Louisiana HS football power rankings for the 2026 season

We've finally reached the LHSAA football postseason. We will find out in a few weeks which 16 teams across Louisiana will punch their tickets to the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Many of the teams this week's north Louisiana high school football power rankings have experienced the LHSAA championships in recent seasons; some of them have even clinched titles. Let's dive into the top teams to watch throughout this year's playoffs. LHSAA football: Full first-round playoff schedule for the Monroe area North Louisiana High School Power Rankings, Large School Division Teams from Classes 4A and 5A. 10. Haughton (8-2, last week: 9) The Buccaneers won their first eight games of the season before dropping their final two contests against Natchitoches Central and Evangel. Haughton defeated its first-round opponent earlier in the year behind five combined touchdowns from seniors Taylor Weathersby and Brandon Craig. This week: vs. Parkway (5-5). 9. Captain Shreve (5-4, last week: unranked) The Gators started the year 2-3 before winning three of their next four games. They won their regular season finale at Byrd to lock up a Division I select home postseason game. This week: vs. Hammond (4-6). 8. Northwood (6-4, last week: 8) The Falcons

Monroe, LA · 3d

MyArkLaMiss

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Boil Advisory issued for Willow Haven Apartments following service disruption in Richland Parish

RICHLAND PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The East Richland Parish Water System has issued a boil advisory for customers at 15 Cook Road (Willow Haven Apartments) following a water service interruption caused by repair work. According to the boil release, the interruption has resulted in water of questionable microbiological quality. Residents are advised to disinfect water […]

Richland Parish, LA · 1d

bizneworleans.com

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Meta Investment Helps NOCC Build Construction Workforce

NEW ORLEANS — Just months after graduating from New Orleans Career Center’s (NOCC) adult welding program, 23-year-old Kearries Cooper found himself working 100 feet above the ground, installing steel at Meta’s new data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana. For Cooper, who had spent four years working in restaurants while supporting his young family, the opportunity marked a significant change in his career and financial future.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

KNOE TV8

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Schools moving to virtual learning Friday due to increase in flu cases

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Madison Parish School District announced on Facebook that an increase in flu cases has moved classes to virtual learning for Friday, Nov. 13. Officials said all classrooms, high-touch areas and common areas will be cleaned, sanitized and disinfected during the closure. The district encourages parents to...

Madison Parish, LA · 1d

redriverradio.org

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‘Lightning’ Speed Approval for Meta Data Center Projects Prompts Lawsuit

You’re listening to Red River Radio News. Good morning, I’m Jeff Ferrell. A group of Louisiana landowners is suing the Public Service Commission, alleging the commission improperly fast-tracked projects tied to Meta’s Richland Parish data center. Louisiana Public Radio’s Adam Vos reports:. SOT:. “The group is...

Louisiana · 2d

gridironfootballusa.com

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DITR: QB Brady Guillot, West Monroe High School, (Monroe, LA)

Brady Guillot is a 5’11, 190-pound QB out of West Monroe High School. Brady has a 4.0 GPA Brady is a duel threat QB that gives opposing teams fits. He makes quick decisions on his reads and has the ability to run the ball effectively in the option game. Brady can throw and run at an elite level which makes defending him difficult each down.

West Monroe, LA · 23h

Seattle ON Tap

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TCU Blew a Halftime Lead, and Nobody Was Ready for Robinson's Double-OT Takeover

Ncaab on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Micah Robinson dropped 27 points to lead TCU to a wild 100-92 double-overtime victory over Louisiana-Monroe Tuesday night, pulling out a win that felt way too close after the Horned […]

Fort Worth, TX · 2d

KEDM

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Louisiana Delta Community College celebrates new campus location

Louisiana Delta Community College will hold a ceremony celebrating its new Bastrop campus on Monday, November 16th at 10:00 a.m. at 1055 Uptown Drive in Bastrop, Louisiana. The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at the west end of the Walmart shopping center, near Cato Fashions and Dollar Tree. The event will mark a milestone for the college as it celebrates 25 years of serving students and communities.

Bastrop, LA · 3d

lsuagcenter.com

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The Sweet Potato Journey

Sweet potatoes are one of Louisiana’s most valuable specialty crops, generating an estimated $80 million in economic impact and supporting farmers, processors and rural communities across the state. Louisiana producers harvest approximately 5,400 acres of sweet potatoes each year, producing about 2.8 million bushels. The crop is grown by 37 producers in 15 parishes, making it an important contributor to the state’s agricultural economy and heritage.

Louisiana · 1d

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2026 Study Questions Data Centers Job Impact

NEW ORLEANS — As Louisiana moves forward with more than $81.6 billion in announced data center investments expected to create more than 2,000 permanent jobs, new academic research raises questions about how much additional employment growth the facilities will generate in surrounding communities. The study, “Data Centers and Local...

Louisiana · 8h

Ball Exclusives

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Ragin’ Cajuns Beat Warhawks 42-21 as Blanco Runs for 113

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns beat the UL Monroe Warhawks 42-21 at Malone Stadium. The post Ragin’ Cajuns Beat Warhawks 42-21 as Blanco Runs for 113 appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

Lafayette, LA · 14h

MyArkLaMiss

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New district attorney-elect outlines priorities ahead of taking office in Ouachita and Morehouse parishes

MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — A new district attorney will soon take office in the 4th Judicial District, serving Ouachita and Morehouse parishes. Mennon Campbell will succeed longtime District Attorney Robert “Steve” Tew as he prepares to begin his term. Campbell says he plans to focus on addressing challenges within the district attorney’s office while working […]

Ouachita Parish, LA · 1d

MyArkLaMiss

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West Monroe Chamber to host Pop-Up Job Fair for administrative positions

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The West Monroe–West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Pop-Up Job Fair for administrative and support positions on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The job fair will be at the Chamber office located at 112 Professional Drive in West Monroe. According to the Chamber, […]

West Monroe, LA · 1d

The Spun

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Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Look to Keep Rolling Against Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks in Week 11

A comprehensive preview, including betting odds and predictions, for the NCAAF game between the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns and Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks.

Lafayette, LA · 1d