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9+ hour, 3+ min ago (185+ words) an17. com This week is the final week of classes for Tangipahoa Parish school students, and School Board members Joey Piazza, Glenn Westmoreland, and Trent Anthony join Superintendent Melissa Stilley in talking about the close of one academic year and preparations…...
Alumni pride prompts special gift for future Green Wave students
12+ hour, 28+ min ago (442+ words) HAMMOND --- The University of Louisiana System convened stud" HAMMOND --- Southeastern Louisiana University has selected M" Members of the Ponchatoula High School Class of 1975 recently donated an original piece of artwork for the school to use as a backdrop for presentations…...
DOTD plans alternating lane closures on Old Genessee Road from May 18-29
19+ hour, 10+ min ago (165+ words) TICKFAW " Motorists can expect lane closures on Old Genessee Road next week as crews complete clearing and grubbing work. Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller said the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has planned alternating lane closures using flagging operations…...
Hammond location of Ollie's Bargain Outlet hosts grand opening on May 28
14+ hour, 38+ min ago (236+ words) HAMMOND ---Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc. announced the Grand Opening celebration of its new store in Hammond, LA, that will take place on Thursday, May 28. As America's fastest growing retailer of brand name closeouts and excess inventory, Ollie's sells brand name…...
23-year-old arrested for murder of 64-year-old in Washington Parish on Sunday
17+ hour, 23+ min ago (187+ words) an17. com Early this morning, the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office received a call that victim, Johnny Slocum, 64, was shot off of Jamieson Creek Road. He was transported to Riverside Medical Center where he later passed away from his injuries. Michael Martin,…...
New pet boarding facility opens in Ponchatoula
17+ hour, 11+ min ago (379+ words) PONCHATOULA --- A new expanded pet boarding facility is now open in Ponchatoula, giving area pet owners more options for boarding, daycare and same-day baths ahead of the busy summer travel season. Thrive Pet Healthcare partner Hickory Small Animal Hospital in…...
Hammond location of Ollie's Bargain Outlet opens May 28
18+ hour, 2+ min ago (236+ words) HAMMOND ---Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc. announced the Grand Opening celebration of its new store in Hammond, LA, that will take place on Thursday, May 28. As America's fastest growing retailer of brand name closeouts and excess inventory, Ollie's sells brand name…...
Acadian Ambulance celebrates National EMS Week
19+ hour, 53+ min ago (206+ words) BOGALUSA ---At the heart of world-class care are nurses who" HAMMOND --- Southeastern Louisiana University is hosting an " Acadian Ambulance is proud to join the nation in celebrating National EMS Week, taking place from May 17-23, 2026. This week is dedicated to recognizing…...
Southeastern appoints new Dean of College of Science and Technology
18+ hour, 8+ min ago (209+ words) HAMMOND --- Southeastern Louisiana University has selected Mitchell Croatt as the dean of the College of Science and Technology. He is scheduled to assume his new position Aug. 1. "Dr. Mitch Croatt is an exciting hire for Southeastern. He has the vision,…...
TRACK: SLU earns three medals at Southland Outdoor Championships on Saturday
22+ hour, 15+ min ago (202+ words) NACOGDOCHES, Texas --- The Southeastern Louisiana University men's and women's track & field teams concluded the Southland Outdoor Track & Field Championships at Homer Bryce Stadium Saturday. In the women's 200-meter dash, Onyah Favour brought home gold. With a time of 23. 19, Favour earned…...