Thousands of residents in Caddo and Bossier Parishes experienced a six-hour power outage on Saturday, April 26, after the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) ordered a controlled electricity reduction to prevent …
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The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) announced today that the state will participate in the SUN Bucks program again this summer. SUN Bucks provides a one-time $120 …
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Ward II Industrial Park Named as Gold Level Site in CPKC’s Site Ready Program
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffWard II Industrial Park, a 900+ acre industrial site in Vivian, LA, has been named as one of Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC)’s Site Ready industrial development locations. Ward II …
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Dollar General is excited to announce its new DG Market at 6404 Hwy 3 in Benton is now open! The new DG Market store features an expanded selection of fresh …
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Regional-State
Dr. David Guzick Appointed Chief Research Officer for the LSU Enterprise
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffThe LSU Enterprise has announced the appointment of Dr. David Guzick as its new Chief Research Officer, effective May 15, 2025. Dr. Guzick previously served as Chancellor of LSU Health …
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Regional-State
Louisiana Senate Committee Advances Bill to Close Loopholes in Child Abuse Investigations at Early Learning Centers
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffBy: Grace ThompsonLSU Manship School News Service The Louisiana Senate Health and Welfare Committee has advanced legislation aimed at strengthening oversight of early learning centers and closing critical gaps in …
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Regional-State
Gov. Landry and Insurance Commissioner Temple Clash Over Fixes to Louisiana’s Insurance Crisis
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffBy Avery SamsLSU Manship School News Service A high-profile rift between Governor Jeff Landry and Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple has erupted into public view, intensifying one of the most …
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The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces that as construction continues to progress on the $123 million I-20 major rehabilitation project in Bossier City, several on and off-ramps at …
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The Bossier Parish Consolidated Waterworks/Sewerage District No. 1 (CWSD #1) ispleased to announce that the boil advisory for residents off Wafer Road who get theirwater from the Village Water System …
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LSUS students honor top student leaders, professors at Student Leadership Awards
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffTwo students and one professor were selected for LSUS’s highest student honor at the annual Student Leadership Awards ceremony. LSUS students Lawrence Harrison and Ivy Bell were selected as Outstanding …