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More sponsors, vendors join NSU Greek Centennial, Flavor of Louisiana
BOM – Greek Centennial Sponsor: BOM Bank is a Centennial sponsor of Northwestern State University’s upcoming Greek Centennial Celebration with a contribution at the $5,000 level. BOM personnel with Greek ties joined NSU Development staff…
Read article →Police Following New Leads in Murder/House Fire Case
Jasper Police Captain Mike Poindexter said Wednesday that he couldn’t disclose specific details, but he did say that investigators are following new leads in a February 9th murder and house fire. The blaze was discovered…
Read article →Log Truck Driver Injured in Rollover Accident as Logs Crash into Hemphill BBQ
A Vidor log truck driver is undergoing medical treatment and a Sabine County restaurant is repairing damage after a rollover accident which sent a load of logs crashing into the business on Monday evening. Texas…
Read article →Former Evadale Little League Baseball Coach Indicted by Sabine County Grand Jury
The Sabine County grand jury has indicted a former Little League Baseball president and coach on child sexual abuse charges. Adam Isaacks, 38, has been jailed in Jasper County since December 31st and held under…
Read article →Several Deridder Churches are Working on a Rehabilitation Home for the Community
On Warren Street in Deridder you might see fresh dirt being upturned...and if you haven’t seen it, get ready to watch lives be changed on the property, thanks to a program put on by a…
Read article →Infrastructure & Insurance Reform Among Legislative Priorities for Central La. Delegation
Though the legislature and Governor John Bel Edwards are not always on the same page when it comes to legislative priorities each session, it appears that two years of challenges like natural disasters and COVID-19…
Read article →Man Holds Up Woman Leaving Work in Longview, Takes Off With Her Van
A woman leaving her job in Longview was held up at gunpoint Wednesday. At about 4:51 p.m., Longview Police officers responded to a call in the 2000 block of E. Cotton St. where a woman…
Read article →Saturday matinee performance of Twelfth Night to be closed captioned
The Saturday, March 19 2 p.m. matinee performance of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” performed by Northwestern State University Theatre and Dance will provide closed captioning for those who are deaf/hard of hearing. “We hope this added…
Read article →Ceramics class to begin March 31
A beginning ceramics class, “Playing in the Mud,” will be offered through Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic and Continuing Education starting Thursday, March 31. The class will be offered on Thursday from 6 p.m.…
Read article →Gregory, Riall honored by UL System
Dr. Hiram “Pete” Gregory and Dr. Rebecca Riall, professors in Northwestern State University’s School of Social Sciences and Applied Programs, were honored with faculty awards presented by the University of Louisiana System during the ULS’s…
Read article →Newton County deputies investigate weekend shooting
Newton County Sheriff Robert Burby says his department is investigating a weekend shooting. According to Burby, shortly after 2:00 Saturday morning dispatchers received word from Jasper Memorial Hospital that a male shooting victim was in…
Read article →2022 Regular Legislative Session Begins
The 2022 regular legislative session officially convened in Baton Rouge on March 14, 2022, with Governor John Bel Edwards kicking off the session with his seventh State of the State address. Legislators have submitted more…
Read article →Both Missing Fishermen Found and Identified
Sheriff Aaron Mitchell announces both missing fisherman have been identified and recovered from Toledo Bend Lake. To recap, two fishermen never returned from a fishing trip Friday, March 11th. The two were reported missing to…
Read article →Sabine Parish Police Jury
The Sabine Parish Police Jury will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 9 a.m. in the Police Jury Meeting Room of the Sabine Parish Courthouse.
Read article →Campti Man Killed in Grant Parish Crash
A deadly crash Monday morning in Grant Parish remains under investigation. The accident claimed the life of Clyde Anthony, 68, of Campti. State police say Anthony was killed when his vehicle was clipped by a…
Read article →Silver Alert: Assistance Needed Locating New Orleans Man
The Louisiana State Police have issued a Silver Alert on behalf of the New Orleans Police Department for 88-year-old Bernard Murray. Mr. Murray walked away from his home located on Milan Street in New Orleans.…
Read article →Northwestern State named a Military Friendly institution
Northwestern State University has earned the 2022-2023 Military Friendly® School designation. This is the 12th time Northwestern State has received the honor. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data…
Read article →Unattended Fire Spread and Destoyed Two Vehicles on Neighbor's Property
Despite pleas from local fire departments for people to be careful with any outdoor burning, firefighters are still responding to wildfires caused by carelessness. The Newton Fire Department says that was the case Thursday afternoon…
Read article →Former Jasper County State Trooper Banned from Angelina County Jail
KTRE 9 News in Lufkin is reporting that Angelina County Sheriff Greg Sanches has banned a Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper from the county jail, and according to an email from the sheriff…
Read article →New plant Expected to Bring over 200 Jobs to Jeff Davis Parish
More job opportunities are coming to Jeff Davis Parish. Greenberry Industrial, a Washington-based fabricator and contractor, announced that it is in the process of converting a shipyard into a manufacturing plant in Jennings. The previous…
Read article →Tickets, sponsorships still available for Flavor of Louisiana
Monty Chicola: Monty Chicola is supporting his alma mater as a Flavor of Louisiana sponsor at the Magnolia level. With his sponsorship, Chicola will receive signage, reserved seating for eight, priority parking and other promotions.…
Read article →Northwestern State Greek Centennial April 8-9
Northwestern State University’s Greek Centennial Celebration will take place April 8-9. in conjunction with the return of Flavor of Louisiana, NSU’s spring seafood extravaganza. Flavor of Louisiana will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, April 8…
Read article →Press Release_ Natchitoches Historic District Development Commission Celebrates 318 Day
The Natchitoches Historic District Development Commission (NHDDC) is celebrating 318 Day on March 18, 2022. The purpose of 318 Day is for North and Central Louisiana to celebrate local businesses by eating and shopping locally.…
Read article →NSU Theatre and Dance to perform Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" March 16-19
Northwestern State University Theatre and Dance will present Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” on March 16-19 at 7:30 p.m. and March 19 at 2 p.m. in the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium. Tickets are $15 and $12 for senior…
Read article →Three Sessions of Painting Class Planned
Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic and Continuing Education will offer a Pick Up Your Brush painting class on March 31, April 7 and 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the second floor…
Read article →Second Group of Students Near Completion of Doctorate
The second class of students in Northwestern State University’s Doctor of Education in Adult Learning and Development are in the process of defending their dissertations and six students are expected to receive their doctorate in…
Read article →Lecture on Italy to be held Wednesday
Northwestern State University’s chapter of Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars will host a Language and Culture mini-lecture “Italy” on Wednesday, March 16 at 5:30 p.m. in the David Morgan Auditorium (Room 107)…
Read article →Natchitoches-Northwestern to present St. Patrick's Day Pops Concert Thursday
The world premiere of a composition by former Northwestern State University faculty member Richard Rose will highlight the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra’s St. Patrick’s Day Pops Concert on Thursday, March 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale…
Read article →Family Offers $3K Reward for Info that Leads to Missing Buna Woman Cristi Ruso
The family of a Buna woman who has been missing for over four months is offering a reward for information that leads to her location. Cristi Ruso, 31, was last seen on October 20th on…
Read article →Ready to 'Spring Forward'? Ease into the Time Change With These 9 Health Tips
If you struggle with the switch to daylight saving time, you might feel enlightened to learn it's not just in your head. It involves an interplay between the clock, sunshine and your body at a…
Read article →BESE Approves Louisiana Department of Education’s New Social Studies Standards
The Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) today unanimously approved the Louisiana Department of Education’s (LDOE) new K-12 Student Standards for Social Studies . “These standards reflect the totality of the events…
Read article →Rosepine High School Receives Threatening Phone Call
Rosepine High School received a threatening telephone call on March 10, 2022, according to the Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office. VPSO said the school’s assistant principal received the call around noon time. VPSO, alongside the Rosepine…
Read article →Home Invasion Suspect Accused of Stabbing Gog
A home invasion suspect is accused of stabbing a dog in the head and neck, authorities said. Robert C. Willis, 33, of Lake Charles; was demanding money and other items from an acquaintance on North…
Read article →NEW EVIDENCE: State Police Clear 18-Wheeler Driver of Wrongdoing in Fatal Crash
After an initial investigation led troopers to believe an 18-wheeler driver was at fault in a fatal crash on I-10 Monday night, new evidence clears the driver of wrongdoing. Troopers say the driver of the…
Read article →Gov. Edwards Vetoes Proposed Congressional Redistricting Map
Gov. John Bel Edwards announced on Wednesday, March 9, that he had vetoed the congressional redistricting map drawn by members of the Louisiana Legislature. His office said Edwards used his veto power “because it does…
Read article →Starks Man Accused of Kidnapping and Attempted Murder
A Starks man has been arrested after being accused of kidnapping and attempted murder, according to the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office. Spokeswoman Kayla Vincent says deputies were dispatched to a residence in Starks after receiving…
Read article →Woman Accused of Stealing $30,000 From Magnolia Cemetery
A woman has been accused of stealing around $30,000 from the Magnolia Cemetery Board in Ragley, according to the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say Patricia Welch had been serving as a bookkeeper for Magnolia…
Read article →UT Tyler Professor Explains Effects of Ban on Russian Oil Imports
East Texas News’ Blake Holland spoke Tuesday morning with Dr. Harold Doty, UT Tyler professor of management, about the newly announced ban on U.S. imports of Russian oil. Doty said by the time the announcement…
Read article →Missing Texas Girl Located, Amber Alert Cancelled
The City of Burnet has announced Helen Marie Pierce, 11, has been located after an Amber Alert was issued for the runaway. “We are pleased to announce Helen May Marie Pierce has been located and…
Read article →After 2 Women Die in San Augustine County Intersection, Family Petitions for 4-Way Stop
The family of two women who died in a crash at a San Augustine County intersection have filed a petition asking for a change. 18-year-old Lacy Reynolds and 17-year-old Kaitlyn Byrum died in the crash…
Read article →San Augustine Home Raided After Neighbors Complain of Drug Activity Near School
The San Augustine Sheriff’s Office and San Augustine Police Department worked together to execute a search warrant on a house that neighbors have been complaining about to law enforcement, according to the sheriff’s office. Four…
Read article →Local Police Warn of Possible Scam
Jasper Police are warning about a possible scam that is going on here in the local area. Officer Garrett Foster said Tuesday that the department received a bizarre call from a local business owner that…
Read article →Toledo Bend Drowning Victim Identified
State authorities have identified the victim of a fatal boating accident on Toledo Bend Reservoir on March 4. Two men were in a 20-foot boat that sunk when it was swamped by waves caused by…
Read article →DeRidder Banker Fined $150,000
A banker has been fined $150,000 for transactions he made while working for a DeRidder bank, according to federal documents. Carroll Green, who was president and CEO of Beauregard Federal Savings Bank, obtained a personal…
Read article →Shelby County Officials Investigate Death of 8-Year-Old Child
The death of an 8-year-old child Sunday evening is under investigation in east Texas. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death and the sheriff's office has also called the Texas Rangers to assist…
Read article →Man Arrested After Allegedly Shooting Son in Angelina County
A man is in jail after law enforcement say he confessed to shooting his son during an argument. According to the Angelina County Sheriff’s Office, at approximately 3:47 a.m. Saturday, deputies responded to the 3000…
Read article →Sabine Parish Police Jury
The Sabine Parish Police Jury will hold a Special Called Board Meeting Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 9 a.m. in the Police Jury Meeting Room of the Sabine Parish Courthouse, 400 S. Capitol Street in…
Read article →‘Just leave’: Harrison County Woman Shoots Man Accused of Breaking Into House
A Harrison County man was shot after breaking into a house and is now under arrest. Mathew Dillon George was charged with burglary of a habitation with intent to commit assault after he was treated…
Read article →Defense Continues to Call Witnesses in Day 6 of Dabrett Black Capital Murder Trial
Day six of testimony in the capital murder trial of an East Texas man continued Monday morning. Dabrett Black is on trial for killing DPS Trooper Damon Allen on Thanksgiving Day 2017 in Freestone County.…
Read article →Creole Heritage Center Seeks Input for National Database
The genealogy department in Northwestern State University’s Creole Heritage Center invites the public to participate in a project to create a national database of Creole family histories that will serve as a central clearinghouse for…
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