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11/22/2025

Fair Park Baptist builds boxes, co-ordinates Operation Christmas Child shoebox collection

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Packing shoeboxes for overseas children has become a tradition for many and the push to finish collection and final packing is on.

Sarah McDonald is a volunteer at Fair Park Baptist and she along with dozens of workers are busy preparing the final shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child.

Barbie Strickland, the 8-year coordinator for the area, is leading the effort get all the boxes done by Monday’s deadline.

“Well, this is like the North Pole for shoeboxes. They come, they feed us, they work. We’re joyful. It’s just. It’s the start of a wonderful season for Christmas and giving.”

And there’ still time to get one in.

Deadline is Monday, November 24, at 5pm.

Fair Park Baptist Church is located at 2620 Fair Park Blvd, Monroe, LA 71201.

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Packing shoeboxes for overseas children has become a tradition for many and the push to finish collection and final packing is on.  more about why this min…

11/19/2025

West Monroe Mayor Mitchell gives State of the City address to packed audience of business and political leaders

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–The mayor of West Monroe gave a State of the City address, Tuesday, an in-depth look at the all the projects underway and expected to come to the city. The West Monroe Convention Center was packed, the audience consisting of many supporters from the business community as well as political leaders. with more on what she presented.

The popular mayor is experiencing much success in her nearly seven years at the helm, and was not shy about touting the progress.

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–The mayor of West Monroe gave a State of the City address, Tuesday, an in-depth look at the all the projects underway and expected to come to the city. The Wes…

11/18/2025

Louisiana Delta Chapter of the Sierra Club hosts town hall meeting in Rayville about META project

RAYVILLE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Emotions ran high at a town hall style meeting held Monday evening in Rayville to discuss the impact of the nearby META project. The room was full of citizens concerned that problems with data centers around the country would also happen in their small community.

RAYVILLE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Emotions ran high at a town hall style meeting held tonight in Rayville to discuss the impact of the nearby META project.  The room was full of citizens conce…

11/11/2025

BREAKING: Democrat senators vote with Republicans to re-open government through Jan. 30

"The Senate deal with Republicans was struck by Sens. Angus King, I-Maine, Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., and Maggie Hassan, D-N.H. Joining them to support the measure were Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen of Nevada, Dick Durbin of Illinois, John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, and Tim Kaine of Virginia."

NBC News

The legislation would keep the government funded through Jan. 30, without extending ACA funds slated to expire. It now goes to the House, which could vote as early as Wednesday.

10/31/2025

DEVELOPING STORY: SCOTUS continues to hear arguments on Louisiana redistricting case, Implications for Voting Rights Act of 1965

WASHINGTON / WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Louisiana v. Callais could significantly affect the 1965 Voting Rights Act by challenging the Louisiana congressional map that created a second majority-Black district in 2024, the 6th District currently held by Baton Rouge Democrat Cleo Fields.

The so-called “gerrymandered” district goes from the Shreveport area, through Alexandria, to Baton Rouge.

UPDATE 5:00am, Saturday morning: Councilman Douglas “Doug” Harve City of Monroe Council District 1 was notably absent from the most recent meeting WASHINGTON / WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–…

10/31/2025

West Monroe to expand Economic Development District

Oct. 14, 2025

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–The City of West Monroe will be expanding its economic development district to include a new set of cabins.

The short-stay cabins will be a part of the West Monroe Economic Development District that was created in 2018.

The Lake Latigo Cabins project near the Ike Hamilton Expo Center will eventually be 57 units. The project is being developed by Joey Trappey and James Reneau.

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–The City of West Monroe will be expanding its economic development district to include a new set of cabins.  Fox 14’s Joel Massey has more about how the pr…

10/31/2025

Louisiana Tech experiencing record enrollment numbers

Oct. 13, 2025

Louisiana Tech experiencing record enrollment numbers

RUSTON, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Louisiana Tech is seeing record enrollment numbers for this Fall. The freshman class of 2025 is at 2,400 students and that’s the largest it’s ever been in the history of the University.

Louisiana Tech President Dr. Jim Henderson is excited that there are more than 12,000 students attending this year.

RUSTON, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Louisiana Tech is seeing record enrollment numbers for this Fall. The freshman class of 2025 is at 2,400 students and that’s the largest it’s ever been in the histo…

10/31/2025

Ferriday family creates nonprofit to honor daughter’s memory

Oct. 10, 2025

FERRIDAY, La. (KTVE / KARD)–One Ferriday family wants to turn their tragedy into hope for others. She is described as a spitfire, a girl who loved life and animals whose memory will live on through the foundation in her honor.

Joey and Lacy Bryan have created a nonprofit called Unbridled Love in honor of their daughter Lilly Anne who fought cancer, beat it, but passed away due to the effects of the treatments.

FERRIDAY, La. (KTVE / KARD)–One Ferriday family wants to turn their tragedy into hope for others.  She is described as a spitfire, a girl who loved life and animals whose memory will liv…

10/31/2025

ULM students and faculty create Louisiana symbols exhibit

Oct. 9, 2025

MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)– ULM has a new exhibit in their museum of natural history highlighting Louisiana state symbols.

Amanda Thompson is a ULM biology instructor and curator of the ULM Museum of Natural History and is excited about a new Louisiana exhibit on display.

MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)– ULM has a new exhibit in their museum of natural history highlighting Louisiana state symbols. Amanda Thompson is a ULM biology instructor and curator of the museu…

10/30/2025

According to META AI:

Tennessee is becoming a hub for innovative nuclear energy, with several smaller nuclear reactors being developed in the state. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has submitted an application to build the nation's first small modular nuclear reactor (SMR) at its Clinch River site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This BWRX-300 reactor, designed by GE Hitachi, is expected to be operational by 2032 and will provide enough power for approximately 175,000 homes ¹ ² ³.

These SMRs offer several advantages, including:
- *Walk-away safety*: Designed to be inherently safe, reducing the risk of accidents
- *Scalability*: Factory-built and mobile, making deployment faster and more cost-effective
- *Clean energy*: Produces electricity without planet-warming gas pollution

Other companies, like Kairos Power and Radiant, are also developing advanced nuclear reactors in Tennessee. Kairos Power's Hermes reactor, currently under construction in Oak Ridge, will demonstrate affordable clean heat production using TRISO fuel and molten fluoride salt coolant ⁴.

The state's efforts are supported by Governor Bill Lee, who has established a $50 million fund to support TVA's Clinch River SMR project and promote nuclear development in Tennessee ⁵.

Sources:

https://www.wkyufm.org/news/2025-05-21/tva-submits-application-for-nations-first-small-modular-nuclear-reactor

https://www.nucnet.org/news/clinch-river-set-for-first-us-smr-as-regulator-dockets-construction-permit-application-for-review-7-1-2025

https://www.utilitydive.com/news/tva-first-utility-small-modular-reactor-construction-permit/748734/

https://www.energy.gov/ne/articles/kairos-power-starts-construction-hermes-reactor

https://www.nga.org/publications/nga-nuclear-dispatch-advancing-nuclear-energy-in-virginia-and-tennessee/

10/30/2025

40 TO 60 RESIDENTS WITH TIES TO CENTRAL LOUISIANA STRANDED IN JAMAICA AFTER HURRICANE MELISSA

We’ve learned that between 40 and 60 people from Central Louisiana, many with direct ties to Alexandria, are currently stranded in Jamaica following the devastation left by Hurricane Melissa.

Communication remains spotty, but reports confirm they are without running water, electricity, or sufficient food and roads are blocked. There is also significant structural damage to the main property where a large group was staying. Others staying in nearby properties are facing similar conditions.

One person described the horror of enduring more than eight hours of wind and rain coming from every direction, windows shattering, glass and debris flying, while feeling completely helpless. They spoke of the stress and uncertainty of not knowing the next steps to reach safety, especially with limited communication and damaged infrastructure.

A mother of one of the stranded travelers said, “While everyone is physically safe, the emotional toll of the experience has been significant.”

It is not yet known when commercial flights will resume into Montego Bay, though some relief flights have begun arriving.

If you have family or friends impacted by this storm, please make sure they are registered with the U.S. State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). Registration helps U.S. officials provide critical updates, locate citizens, and coordinate emergency assistance. You can register at https://step.state.gov.

We have been in communication with Congressman Cleo Fields and Lt. General Russel Honoré (Ret.) who was instrumental in coordinating relief efforts following Hurricane Katrina. Both have expressed concern and are working to ensure assistance and relief reach those affected as quickly as possible.

Contact Congressman Cleo Fields’ Office:
Baton Rouge District Office: (225) 929-7711
Washington, D.C. Office: (202) 225-3901
Website: https://fields.house.gov

The United Cajun Navy (UCN), a proven and reputable disaster-response organization, is currently mobilizing supply and recovery operations to the hardest-hit areas, including Montego Bay and St. Elizabeth Parish, Jamaica’s agricultural heartland. UCN’s verified donation channels are:
Website: www.thecajunnavy.org
Amazon Wish List: UCN Amazon List

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10/09/2025

Former Navy fighter pilot advocates for psychedelic therapy for veterans

MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Many veterans have experienced trauma through their service with some facing thoughts of su***de, and one veteran who found help through an alternative therapy is seeking to help others do the same.

Matthew “Whiz” Buckley flew F-18 Hornet fighter jets for 15 years in the Navy including 44 combat missions over Southern Iraq. Like many who serve he faced tragedy when he was young as well as loss in the military.

MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Many veterans have experienced trauma through their service with some facing thoughts of su***de, and one veteran who found help through an alternative therapy is se…