Louisiana lawmakers aim for solutions for destructive beetle infestation

(The Center Square) — After an introductory meeting last month, Louisiana lawmakers are working on emergency solutions for an infestation of tree-killing beetles that could include an emergency declaration from Gov. Jeff Landry.

DOTD to receive $67.5 million in supplemental funds to preserve existing roads and infrastructure

BATON ROUGE – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces its plans for $67.5 million in supplemental funding to support the preservation and maintenance of existing roads, highways and infrastructure statewide.

Tip of Tale#4 - Bacterial infections

Catahoula Veterinary Clinic2606 4th Street,318-403-2883Jonesville, LA 71343As we continue discussing skin conditions in dogs, the bacterial infection is very common. It can occur alone or in conjunction with other skin conditions making complete diagnosis’s tough.

Packing School Lunches

This article was written by Markaye Russell, Area Nutrition Agent, Ouachita, and Union Parishes.Figuring out what to feed kids can be challenging! We all want to feed our families well, but it can easily become a daily battle.

Harvest season is here

Harvest season is officially underway, and early reports indicate a successful growing year for local farmers in Catahoula Parish. According to Kylie Cater Miller, Extension Associate for Concordia, and Catahoula Parish.

Louisiana's combined sales tax rate remains nation's highest

By Steve Wilson | The Center Square According to data from a national tax policy group, Louisiana's combined sales tax rate is the nation's highest.The Washington, D.C.-based Tax Foundation ranked Louisiana as the highest combined state/local sales tax rate at 9.56%. The state sales tax is 4.

8th Annual Run for the Reins 5K and Pancake Breakfast

“Hippo” in Greek means “horse.” Hippotherapy literally means treatment with the help of a horse.

7th Judicial District Court docket highlights

Rachel Hathcock, a/k/a Rachel Pritchard, a/k/a Rachel Bullock appeared in court for a felony status hearing on charges of second- degree murder. A status hearing was fixed for September 24, 2024.George R Thomas, Jr appeared in court for a felony status hearing on charges of second-degree murder.

ARREST

Willie A MillerArrested 7/26/24 CPSO Possession of Schedule II drugs with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia.Bond $130,750Reshad Edward Stewart Arrested 7/23/24 CPSO Illegal carry of a machine gun.Bond $10,000.

Catahoula Parish School District meeting hosted at Block High School

Catahoula Parish District School’s met at Block High School last week in preparation of the new school year. Presenters during the meeting included Bro. Tyler Stevison, Pastor at Wallace Ridge Pentecostal, Brandy Montpelier, School Nurse, Dr.