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Fort Polk name change could cost $1.4M

U.S. Government officials believe the process to remove and replace Fort Polk’s name across the installation and surrounding areas could cost $1.4 million, according to ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Thursday, August 11, 2022 10:04 am

scene

Seersucker and a Solitaire: Lively fundraiser to benefit St. Nicholas Center for Children

Tickets are now on sale for the upcoming Seersucker & a Solitaire event to benefit the St. Nicholas Center for Children. On August 19 at ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Thursday, August 11, 2022 7:05 am

First Responder of the Week

Cpt. Darbonne mentors young students against violence, bullying

Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office Cpt. Tracy Darbonne was recognized recently for her ongoing dedication to the state’s D.A.R.E. program when she was presented with the ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Tuesday, August 9, 2022 5:19 pm

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Late Leesville artist honored for achievements

A late Leesville-born artist has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award bestowed to her husband to mark the couple’s trailblazing efforts in teaching artists ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Monday, August 8, 2022 5:20 am

legislature

BREAKING: Congressman and Louisiana House member Buddy Leach dies

Longtime legislator and Leesville native Anthony Claude “Buddy” Leach Jr. passed away this weekend at the age of 88. Leach’s daughter, Mary Warner, confirmed her ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Sunday, August 7, 2022 3:22 pm

back to school

Back to School supplies giveaway today

The C&B Community Organization in DeRidder will be holding its 13th annual Back to School supplies giveaway today, Aug. 6, and the organization’s founding members ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Saturday, August 6, 2022 12:23 pm

fort polk

$77M project to improve Fort Polk housing

Corvias, the property management company charged with overseeing Fort Polk housing, announced this week that it would be investing $77 million to further improve the ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Friday, August 5, 2022 10:30 am

crime

Armed car jacking suspect captured in Vernon

The suspect involved in an armed carjacking out of Sabine Parish was apprehended in Vernon Parish on Wednesday following a multi-agency pursuit that ended dramatically ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Wednesday, August 3, 2022 5:09 pm

First Responder of the Week

Fontenot honored for commitment to investigating area’s financial crimes

Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office Financial Crimes Detective Michelle “Shelli” Fontenot was recognized last week for her hard work and determination when she was awarded the ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Tuesday, August 2, 2022 7:08 am

local

Comedy show to kick off National Night Out in DeRidder

The countdown to this year’s National Night Out event in DeRidder will culminate on Monday night with a light-hearted and family friendly comedy show starring ... Read more

by Pamela Sleezer, Friday, July 29, 2022 2:24 pm

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