Livingston/Tangipahoa

This week's edition

The battle over books in Livingston Parish comes down to a single shelf. Here's the latest.

BY CLAIRE GRUNEWALD | Staff writer
14 hrs ago

The latest development in the Livingston book drama is the debate over the location of the new “Parenting Shelf.”

Port Vincent alderman, a former French Settlement police officer, accused of domestic violence

BY CHRISTOPHER CARTWRIGHT | Staff writer
Sep 19, 2024

An alderman for the village of Port Vincent turned himself in to authorities on Wednesday for reportedly violating a restraining order, days after he was arrested on a count of domestic abuse,…

Middle schoolers raising fish and growing crops? Louisiana grant tests new science program.

BY CLAIRE GRUNEWALD | Staff writer
Sep 19, 2024

A group of Westside Junior High School sixth graders in white lab coats spend part of their day in a lab raising fish and growing crops. It's only the beginning for these young scientists.

Patel joins North Oaks Surgical Associates

Community news report
Sep 18, 2024

Board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Aadit Patel has joined North Oaks Surgical Associates in Hammond.

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SLU finance team places among the top in national competition

Community news report
Sep 18, 2024

Southeastern Louisiana University had a finance program team of five students recently place third in the Conference of State Bank Supervisors competition of real-world banking studies.

Wednesday Volunteers for Family and Community donate to pregnant women in need

Community news report
Sep 18, 2024

On Sept. 4, Wednesday Volunteers for Family and Community met at the home of club Vice President Pam Villagran.

Dr. LaVias Burns joins Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic

Community news report
Sep 18, 2024

Obstetrician/gynecologist Dr. LaVias Burns has joined Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic, a department of North Oaks Medical Center.

Walker running back showcasing talents in senior season

BY CHARLES SALZER | Contributing writer
Sep 17, 2024

In previous seasons, Walker High running back Cayden Jones has been used some at running back but mostly at wide receiver. This season, those roles have reversed and his running ability has be…

Around Livingston for Sept.18, 2024

BY DARLENE Denstorff | Community News Editor
Sep 17, 2024

Urgent need for blood donations

Louisiana Tech announces summer 2024 honor roll

Community news report
Sep 17, 2024

Louisiana Tech University has announced the names of students on its Summer Quarter 2024 president’s and dean’s honor lists.

Author plans book-signings in Hammond, Ponchatoula

Community news report
Sep 16, 2024

Author Ann Marie Jameson's third book in her "Willow Rose" book series, "Petite Rose," has been selected by Wings ePress as its featured “Spot Light” book for September.

Retired lawman tells the story of 1890 unsolved murder of Livingston Parish deputy sheriff

BY VIC COUVILLION | Contributing writer
Sep 16, 2024

In the three decades following the Civil War, Livingston Parish, like much of the nation’s Deep South, was wracked by mayhem and violence, and law enforcement agencies were tasked with trying …

Walker council agrees to loan to fund water treatment improvements

BY VIC COUVILLION | Contributing writer
Sep 16, 2024

Action taken by the Walker City Council Sept. 9 will clear the way for improved water treatment at the well that serves the area south of the city in the vicinity of Our Lady of the Lake Hospital.

Tangi Animal Friends sponsors weekly spay days

Community news report
Sep 16, 2024

Tangi Animal Friends has partnered with Stafford Veterinary Hospital to provide low-cost spay and neuter days weekly on Thursdays for all who qualify.

Live Oak volleyball enters in new era with promise, new head coach

BY CHARLES SALZER | Contributing writer
Sep 10, 2024

Last Wednesday marked a changing of the guard for the Live Oak volleyball team as the Eagles opened their 2024 season at Episcopal.

Two Livingston Parish students earn honors in weightlifting competitions

Community news report
Sep 10, 2024

Two Livingston Parish student weightlifters earned top honors this summer during competitions, with the local high school student being selected as a member of Team USA at the 2024 Pan-America…

Cybersecurity talk set for Sept. 19 at SLU as part of Industry Connect Distinguished Lecture series

Community news report
Sep 10, 2024

Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Computer Science is hosting the first of its fall Industry Connect Distinguished Lectures at 4 p.m. Sept. 19.

Girl Scouts Louisiana East to Host 2024 Believe in Girls Event on Oct. 12

Community news report
Sep 10, 2024

Girls and their families can learn more about Girl Scouts during the Girl Scouts Louisiana East's annual Believe in Girls Event is set for Oct. 12 at Nicholls State University.

Dr. Anu Menon joins North Oaks Infectious Disease Clinic

Community news report
Sep 10, 2024

Dr. Anu Menon has joined North Oaks Infectious Disease Clinic, a department of North Oaks Medical Center.

SLU names Alumnus of the Year

Community news report
Sep 10, 2024

Nationally recognized lawyer, negotiator and legal strategist Calvin C. Fayard Jr. has been selected as the Southeastern Louisiana University Alumni Association 2024 Alumnus of the Year.

Dr. Kristin A. Signater joins North Oaks Pulmonology

Community news report
Sep 10, 2024

Dr. Kristin A. Signater has joined the staff of North Oaks Pulmonology, a department of North Oaks Medical Center.

Gallery walk inspires young reader

Community news report
Sep 10, 2024

Students in Alexis Accardo's third grade class at Woodland Park Magnet School recently took part in an engaging gallery walk activity to explore central messages and character development in v…

4 Livingston Parish students enrolled in fire training program

Community news report
Sep 10, 2024

Four Livingston Parish students are participating in a firefighter training program allowing them to earn class credit and fire training certification that can help them pursue professional fi…

Pilot Club donates playground equipment to two parish schools

Community news report
Sep 9, 2024

Students at Seventh Ward Elementary in Denham Springs have new playground equipment on campus thanks to a donation by the Pilot Club of Denham Springs.

Around Livingston for Sept.11, 2024

BY DARLENE Denstorff | Community News Editor
Sep 9, 2024

Traveling Vietnam Wall dates changed

Fire destroys temporary building at Seventh Ward Elementary. Arson suspected.

Community news report
Sep 6, 2024

The State Fire Marshal’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying and locating a suspect wanted in connection with an Aug. 31 fire at Seventh Ward Elementary School.

Livingston Parish Library to partner with Mighty Moms for ‘SOUPER September’

Community news report
Sep 3, 2024

The Livingston Parish Library is partnering with Mighty Moms, a Livingston Parish-based nonprofit organization, in its monthlong “SOUPER September” food drive during Childhood Hunger Awareness Month.

Pelican State Credit Union launches 2024 teacher bulletin board contest

Community news report
Sep 3, 2024

Pelican State Credit Union is inviting teachers in their branch communities to enter the 2024 Teacher Bulletin Board Contest for a chance to win up to $350.