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Denham Springs Mayoral Candidates answer community-submitted questions at local forum

(From left to right) Denham Springs Mayoral Candidates John Cavalier, Jim Gilbert, and Ben Harris prepare to answer community-submitted questions at an informational forum on October 19, 2026.
A forum for the Denham Springs Mayoral Candidates was recently held on October 19, focusing on hearing the individual voices of the candidates, learning their priorities, and offering the community a …
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Community Leaders, Public Officials, and members of Katy Wells’ family gather together to pose for a picture holding miniature versions of the signs revealed after the celebration of Mrs. Katy Wells Day on October 16, 2026.
Seventh Ward Elementary celebrates Mrs. Katy Wells Day with message “Choose Safety for Mrs. Katy"
Right before the closing bells rang for the day, staff and community leaders gathered together at Seventh Ward Elementary’s library to host the first celebration of “Mrs. Katy Wells Day.” …
Architect Sean Primeaux of Ziler Architects stands before the Livingston Parish School Board to discuss the bids received for the Walker High baseball and softball field project on October 15, 2026.
School Board discusses new weather system, advances athletic projects
The Livingston Parish School Board met for their regularly scheduled meeting on October 15, 2026 during which they discussed the updates regarding the addition of a new weather monitoring and …
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PHOTO GALLERY | Cajun Country Jam 2024 - Sunday

Sawyer Brown rocks the stage as part of their 40 Year Anniversary Tour at the Cajun Country Jam at North Park in Denham Springs on Saturday May 25, 2024.

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Sports
Springfield's George Smith (88) had five sacks in the win over Northeast last week.

FOOTBALL | Springfield looks to carry momentum into road contest with Donaldsonville

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Albany's Eli Miller (15) hauls in a touchdown pass against Loranger.
ALBANY – The Albany football team picked up its first official win of the season last week. Now the Hornets are looking to carry that momentum into the final weeks of the season with an eye on …
Denham Springs football captains Bryson Smith (7), Luke Wilson (1), Jadarrian Clark (8) and Derek Parker (28) take the field against St. Amant.
Class 5A School, 1 st rec, points, Prev. rank 1. Karr …
Jayden Lapine (2) celebrates with Albany coach Travis Mikel after scoring against Loranger.
Opinion
The Federal Reserve Building in Washington, D.C.

OPINION | Higher rates have winners. The price squeeze leaves most households worse off.

( The Center Square ) – Higher interest rates divide households. Savers holding cash or buying new bonds can earn more interest. Borrowers taking out new loans or carrying variable-rate debt pay …

OPINION | Oil Is taxing the economy. The Fed should Be patient.

( The Center Square ) – Oil prices jumped again in September, but core inflation has been relatively subdued. Hiring remains weak, and wage growth slowed further. So far, the data support …

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Arts and Entertainment

Got a legal question? Ask a real lawyer during ‘Lawyers in Libraries’ event

The Livingston Parish Library will host a Lawyers in Libraries event at its Main Branch on two dates this month, giving the public a chance to discuss their legal concerns with a licensed attorney at …

Members of Cooksey Family Legacy play live Gospel and worship music to the crowd at the Walker 2nd annual Fall Festival on October 17, 2026.

Walker Fall Festival brings music, food, and family fun to Sidney Hutchinson Park

Walker recently held their 2nd annual Fall Festival and Gospel Concert this Saturday, October 17, at Sidney Hutchinson Park. The festival lasted from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM and the beautiful weather and …

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Obituaries
Bonnie Louise Clary
OBITUARY | Bonnie Louise Clary
In loving memory of Bonnie Louise Clary. Bonnie Louise Clary, was called home to be with all family and friends who went on previously.  Bonnie was born November 2, 1937. She  passed …
Gloria Glover Abels
OBITUARY | Gloria Glover Abels
Gloria Glover Abels, 91 years old of Springfield, Louisiana, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026. She was born on Saturday, July 6, 1935, in New Orleans, daughter of the late William B. Glover and …
Sarah Elizabeth Jackson
OBITUARY | Sarah Elizabeth Jackson
Sarah Elizabeth 'Sally' Jackson: 1/1/1952 - 8/15/2026 As a child she attended Holy Family and Riley Elem. She graduated from Ullman HS in 1969 and received her BA in Art from Alabama A&M in …
Linda Heinrichs Churay
OBITUARY | Linda Heinrichs Churay
Linda Heinrichs Churay, 81, passed away on August 16, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Linda was born on October 21, 1944, in St. Petersburg, Florida. She moved to Baton Rouge while in high …
Virginia Rosendahl Decker
OBITUARY | Virginia Rosendahl Decker
Virginia Rosendahl Decker, born on April 20, 1931 and nurtured in the heart of Galveston, Texas, was called home to the Lord on June 25, 2026, at the radiant age of 95. Virginia is survived by …

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