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The public meeting will be held on Friday, June 5, at 6 p.m. at the fire district’s headquarters located at 5691 La. 26.
06/01/2026

The public meeting will be held on Friday, June 5, at 6 p.m. at the fire district’s headquarters located at 5691 La. 26.

By Pamela Sleezer A Beauregard Parish Fire District will be holding a public town hall meeting this week to educate the public on a tax renewal up for vote on […]

During Thursday’s hearing Misty Roberts’ legal counsel, Adam Johnson, argued Roberts deserved a new trial based on witne...
05/28/2026

During Thursday’s hearing Misty Roberts’ legal counsel, Adam Johnson, argued Roberts deserved a new trial based on witness testimony that he claimed was “inconsistent” with previous statements.

Ad Hoc Judge Kent Savoie denied a motion from former DeRidder mayor Misty Roberts on Thursday to dismiss her previous felony convictions and be granted a new trial. Roberts, 44, […]

Misty Roberts, through her attorneys Adam Johnson and Todd Clemmons, filed a motion for a new trial, claiming her guilty...
05/28/2026

Misty Roberts, through her attorneys Adam Johnson and Todd Clemmons, filed a motion for a new trial, claiming her guilty verdict was contrary to the law and evidence.

By Pamela Sleezer Former DeRidder mayor Misty Roberts is scheduled to appear in court Thursday morning for a ruling on her motion for a new trial. Roberts, through her attorneys […]

“I kind of like it,” Ty LaVergne said of the pressure. “There is still plenty of room to win. From fourth to first, ther...
05/27/2026

“I kind of like it,” Ty LaVergne said of the pressure. “There is still plenty of room to win. From fourth to first, there is only a nine-point difference. It is really anybody’s game for the top four that can win state.”

By Rodrick Anderson DeQuincy cowboy Ty LaVergne is the defending bull riding state champion, but he will have to make up ground this week at the Louisiana High School Finals […]

Toni James-Doyle was found unresponsive in her vehicle parked outside a residence she was staying at in Beauregard Paris...
05/22/2026

Toni James-Doyle was found unresponsive in her vehicle parked outside a residence she was staying at in Beauregard Parish on March 3.

By Pamela Sleezer Beauregard Parish authorities have ruled out foul play in their investigation into the death of 58-year-old Toni James-Doyle. According to acute combined toxicology reports completed by Gulf […]

The three-day festival takes place at the Beauregard Parish Fairgrounds, located at 506 West Drive in DeRidder, beginnin...
05/21/2026

The three-day festival takes place at the Beauregard Parish Fairgrounds, located at 506 West Drive in DeRidder, beginning at 5 p.m. today.

By Ashlyn Little The temperature is rising in Southwest Louisiana and that calls for some sweet watermelon, and a good time and that’s exactly what the Beauregard Watermelon Festival is […]

"We know how the election turned out, and if people want to know how I feel — I feel great," Cassidy said on Tuesday, fo...
05/19/2026

"We know how the election turned out, and if people want to know how I feel — I feel great," Cassidy said on Tuesday, following his weekend primary loss to U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow, who will face state Treasurer John Fleming in a June 27 runoff.

Following a stinging primary defeat, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, R-La., returned to the Capitol this week, projecting a sense of peace and professional resolve. “We know how the election turned […]

“Sen. Reese has spent his career working at the intersection of public service, business, workforce and economic develop...
05/19/2026

“Sen. Reese has spent his career working at the intersection of public service, business, workforce and economic development,” said Mark Romero, chair of the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors. “That perspective will be valuable for McNeese as the University continues to align its academic mission with the needs and opportunities of Southwest Louisiana."

The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors has named Senator Mike Reese as the ninth president of McNeese State University, selecting a longtime public servant, business executive and regional […]

“For those of you who did not support me, I promise you, I’m going to treat you right,” Mayor Mike Harris said in a vide...
05/18/2026

“For those of you who did not support me, I promise you, I’m going to treat you right,” Mayor Mike Harris said in a video. “You don’t have to agree with me, but one thing we can agree on is, I’m your mayor, and I’m gonna do the best I can to make this city great.”

By Pamela Sleezer DeRidder Mayor Mike Harris thanked his supporters Monday morning in a video posted to his social media, and he promised support to those who opposed him. “For […]

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