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‘Spooktacular’ October comes to an official end in Many on Friday, Oct. 29 with Trick or Treating with the merchants on San Antonio from 3-5 p.m., Trick or Treating in the neighborhoods of Many from…

Classic on the Cane Marching Contest to be held Oct. 30

The Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band will host the annual Classic on the Cane Marching Contest on Saturday, Oct. 30 at Turpin Stadium. Competition begins at 10:30 a.m. The Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band will…

Lubbock Doctor Dies After Being Hit by Train Near Merkel

A Lubbock doctor died after being hit by a train near Merkel, Texas on Wednesday around 10:30 a.m., according to the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office. It happened between Merkel and Trent off of I-20. The…

Longview Man Dies in 3-Vehicle Wreck Involving Log Truck in Trinity County

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is investigating a fatal crash involving three vehicles on State Highway 94, approximately one mile north of Farm-to-Market Road 3317, near Groveton. The preliminary investigation indicates that at…

LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS TO HOST DESERT STORM 30TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION

The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs will host the Desert Storm 30th Anniversary Commemoration on Friday, Oct. 29 at 11 a.m. in the courtyard of the Pentagon Barracks in Baton Rouge. Major General Bennett Landreneau,…

Scot Kidd Takes Stand in his own Defense in First-Degree Murder Trial

The man accused of killing an elderly Iowa couple in the aftermath of Hurricane Laura took the stand in his own defense. He’s charged with two counts of first-degree murder and will spend life in…

Evadale Store Robbed at Gunpoint

Jasper County deputies are investigating a late Wednesday night armed robbery of an Evadale store. Chief Deputy Scotty Duncan says it happened shortly after 11:00 at the Get N’ Go Food Mart on FM 105…

NSU Theatre and Dance to have world premiere of “In Memoriam of Lena”

NSU Theatre and Dance will premiere the Del Shores play “In Memoriam of Lena” on Nov. 3-7 and Nov. 10-16 in Theatre West. The play begins at 7:30 p.m. except on Nov. 7 when there…

Two Nurse Practitioner Concentrations at NSU Ranked in the Top Four in the Nation

Two nurse practitioner concentrations in the Master of Science in Nursing programs at Northwestern State University have been ranked in the top four in the nation by the website nursepractitioneronline.com. The women’s health nurse practitioner…

Joaquin Woman Gets 10 Years in Stabbing Death of Husband

Tuesday, a Joaquin woman pleaded guilty to manslaughter and received a 10-year prison sentence. Lisa Cordova was accused of the March 5, 2017 stabbing death of her husband Michael Lane Cordova. “Lisa stated Michael was…

Failure to Stop at Stop Sign Results in Fatal Crash in Bossier Parish

Louisiana State Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred just after 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 20. The incident occurred at the intersection of La. Highway 527 and Fairview Point Road. Investigation shows that…

Accused Lufkin Walmart Shoplifter Caught in Cooler

Lufkin police officers found meth on a man accused of shoplifting at Walmart Tuesday evening. He also allegedly ran from police and fled into a cooler, according to the LPD media report. Tyler Todd Mezger,…

Jasper Police Investigating a Theft From Tractor Supply

Jasper Police Lieutenant Garrett Foster said Wednesday that officers are investigating a theft from Tractor Supply, located on Highway 190 at 96. Foster said the suspect stole a mini-bike and a small all-terrain vehicle, and…

Vernon Parish Animal Shelter Looking for Adopters

The Vernon Parish Animal Shelter will be closed November 1-5 for shelter staff to attend annual training. For the time being, they are looking to get as many animals adopted as possible. The shelter on…

WalMart to Leave Tricare Pharmacy Network Dec. 15

For those on Tricare who get prescriptions from the Walmart pharmacy, the Tricare Express Scripts page has a notification the effective December 15, 2021, Walmart pharmacies, including Sam’s Clubs, will no longer be part of…

Authorities Arrest Two and Still Searching for Third Suspect Accused of drive-by shooting

Two men have been arrested and one is being sought by authorities after being accused of a drive-by shooting in Vinton, according to the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office. Spokeswoman Kayla Vincent says deputies were dispatched…

NSU alumni Frank, Tison will join NNSO in concert Nov. 14

Two accomplished Northwestern State University alumni will be featured at an upcoming Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra concert set to begin at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 14 in Magale Recital Hall. Kevin Tison will be featured on…

The Search for a New Director Has Begun

The Sabine Parish Tourist & Recreation Commission (SPTRC), a quasi-governmental agency for the State of Louisiana tasked with promoting Sabine Parish as a destination place for tourism and recreation, has begun searching for its new…

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Authorities Asking for Public’s Help Locating Missing Singer Woman

The Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing Singer woman. McKenna West, 18, was last seen around 11 p.m. on Oct. 15, 2021. She is an 18-year-old white…

Military Member Accused of Rape

A Fort Polk man has been accused of rape. William Simms, 23, was arrested on one count of third-degree rape and one count of sexual battery. Bond was set at $150,000. He is being held…

Plane Crashes, Catches Fire Near Houston-Area Airport

A plane with 21 people onboard crashed Tuesday near an airport in Waller County, Texas. Officials said everyone on the flight was safely removed from the plane, according to local reports. The Department of Public…

Woodville Man Accused of Sending Nude Photos to 13-Year-Old

Polk County Sheriff Byron Lyons reports on Monday receiving a complaint from parents that their 13-year-old daughter received sexually explicit social media messages from a 23-year-old man. Gavin Wayne Allen, 23, of Woodville, was charged…

Runaway Teen Girl Last Seen in Bossier City

Bossier City police are looking for a missing teenager and are asking for the public’s help in finding her. Police say 13-year-old Jamaya Summage ran away from her home in the 2100 block of South…

Man in Well Case

New evidence and positive identification made in the “Man in the Well” case. In 1984, Lester Rome (age-58 at the time) from Grand Isle, Louisiana was reported missing to Jefferson Parish authorities. In April 1986,…

College of Business & Technology will honor Hall of Distinction inductees

Northwestern State University’s College of Business and Technology will honor three individuals with induction into the College’s Hall of Distinction this weekend in conjunction with Homecoming festivities. The College will host a reception for inductees…

Coroner IDs Driver Killed When Vehicle Hit Pole at High Rate of Speed in Southwest Shreveport

A 39-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash during the early morning hours of Monday, Oct. 18. The coroner’s office in Caddo Parish has identified the man as Decarlos Theus. The coroner’s office says…

Unrestrained Marksville Woman Killed in Rapides Parish Crash

A Marksville woman is dead following a single-vehicle crash that occurred on Louisiana Highway 107 near Ruby Wise Road on October 10. Louisiana State Police said around 1 p.m. that day, 52-year-old Charlotte Hemmingway was…

La. Hunting and Fishing Licenses Go Digital with the LA Wallet App

Louisiana residents have a new way to store and show their hunting and fishing licenses. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says you can now put your license on your smartphone through LA Wallet.…

Pineville Man Charged with the Murder of his Wife, Turns Himself In

Dustin Parra, a Pineville resident charged with the murder of his wife in 2014, turned himself in on Monday. On Oct. 13, the 37-year-old was indicted by an Avoyelles Parish grand jury on second-degree murder…

Kirbyville Police Recover Stolen Property and Identify Suspect in Burglary Case

Kirbyville Police have not only recovered tools and other items stolen in a burglary that occurred there on Friday morning, but also have reportedly identified a suspect in the case. Chief Paul Brister said officers…

Longview Police: Juvenile Suspected in September Shooting

Longview Police stated Monday that a juvenile is alleged to be responsible for a September 27 shooting. According to Longview Police Department Spokesperson Brandon Thornton, the juvenile in question was detained on October 5 in…

Runaway Teen Girl Last Seen in Central Harrison County; Sheriff's Office Searching for Her

The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office is currently searching for a runaway teenage girl from Marshall. Officials say Daranisha Kiera Barthelemy, 17, was last seen around 1:40 p.m. on Oct. 17. She left her home in…

Drug Conspiracy Warrants

The Sabine Parish Sheriff’s Tactical Narcotics Team obtained arrest warrants for 7 subjects on Friday, October 15, 2021. Thomas D Dew, Christi R McPherson, Lionel G Somersall Jr, Sharon N Taylor, Joseph V Lewing, and…

Louisiana Observes National Teen Driver Safety Week October 17th-23rd

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens (15-18 years old) in the United States. Nationwide in 2019, there were 2,042 people killed in crashes involving a teen driver, of which 628…

Doyline Man Killed in Head-On Crash

A Webster Parish man was fatally injured Friday morning in a two-car crash on Louisiana Highway 164. Norman Snow, 55, of Doyline was pronounced dead following a head-on collision, according to Louisiana State Police. Just…

Town of Many Receives Grants for Concerts, Cops, and Kids

The Town of Many has received quite a few grants in the past few months totaling $139,329 with most programs slated to begin next year. The popular Many Cultural District’s “Music in Many” program has…

Shelby County Authorities Arrest Man in Connection with Home Burglary on FM 138

Shelby County authorities have arrested a man in connection with a home burglary that occurred on FM 138 in Timpson. During the burglary, a four-wheeler, power tools, and other items were taken. Ethan Hendricks, 19,…

Game Wardens Reportedly Close to Making An Arrest in Alligator Cruelty Case

KJAS News learned over the weekend that Texas Parks & Wildlife game wardens are getting close to making an arrest in an animal cruelty case involving an alligator. On Saturday afternoon the investigation lead several…

1 Dead, 2 Injured After Fatal Head-On Collision

Louisiana State Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle wreck that took place just after 7 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 15. The incident occurred on LA Highway 164, near LA Highway 163. Officials say a 2013…

Gunfire Kills 1, Wounds 7 at Grambling State

One person was killed and seven others were wounded, one critically, in a shooting in Grambling State University’s quad area about 1:15 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 17. The identity of the non-student who was killed has…

Arrest Warrant Issued for Suspect in Shooting at Grambling State University

On Wednesday, October 13, 2021, Grambling State University Police Department requested Louisiana State Police Criminal Investigations Division (LSP CID) to investigate a shooting that occurred on campus. Louisiana State Police are requesting assistance in locating…

Hall of Distinguished Educators inductees will be honored during Homecoming festivities

Northwestern State University’s Gallaspy College of Education and Human development will honor several individuals with induction into the Hall of Distinguished Educators during Homecoming festivities. This year’s honorees are Toni Bennett, Dr. John Dollar, Dr.…

Pickup Hits Scooter Without Lights at Night; Rider Dies

A 41-year-old Kinder man was killed in an early-morning two-vehicle crash in Allen Parish, authorities said. Casey Randall Reeves was killed when the scooter he was riding was struck from behind by a 2012 Dodge…

Alto Father, Son Accused in California Child Sex Assaults Dating Back 60 Years

A joint effort by the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office, and the Department of Homeland Security resulted in the arrests of an Alto man and his son in connection with numerous…

Leah Forsyth to Present English Horn Recital Oct. 22

Leah Forsyth will present a recital at Northwestern State University on Friday Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public. Those attending are asked to follow…

Porter Forum Will Focus on Business Resilience During COVID

Northwestern State University’s College of Business and Technology will host the 55 th annual J. Walter Porter Forum Thursday, Oct. 21 in Russell Hall Room 102. This year’s theme will be “Business Resilience: Lessons Learned…

BESE Seeks Federal Approval to Shelve Public School Letter Grades

Louisiana's top school board Monday voted to ask federal officials for permission to shelve the issuance of public school letter grades because of classroom upheaval sparked by the coronavirus pandemic. The state Board of Elementary…

Jasper Woman Accused of Theft in Vernon Parish

A Jasper woman has been arrested in nearby Vernon Parish. The sheriff’s department there says 37-year-old Jennifer Rose Dowden Bebee was taken into custody on Friday, October 8th on a charge of Theft. Detective Rhonda…

1 Person Killed in Nacogdoches 2-Vehicle Wreck Wednesday Night

UPDATE: According to a news release from the Nacogdoches Police Department, Leigh Allum, 53, of Nacogdoches was the driver killed in a crash that took place in the 1700 block of NE Stallings Drive. Chistopher…