Wendy King, lunchroom manager at North Webster Upper Elementary School, was recognized as the Webster Parish School Board’s Employee of the Month …
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School News
Mayor proclaims January as School Board Recognition Month
by Amber McDownby Amber McDownMinden Mayor Nick Cox on Monday issued a proclamation declaring January 2026 as School Board Recognition Month, urging residents to recognize the …
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School News
Middle school students invited to compete in 2026 National Civics Bee
by Amber McDownby Amber McDownMiddle school students in Webster Parish and across the country are being invited to take part in the 2026 National Civics Bee, …
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News
Greater Minden Chamber sets 84th annual awards gala for March 24
by Amber McDownby Amber McDownThe Greater Minden Chamber will host its 84th Annual Awards Gala on Tuesday, March 24, at the Minden Civic Center, recognizing businesses, …
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A Minden woman and active-duty U.S. Air Force member is preparing for one of the most demanding equestrian endurance events in the …
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News
Minden Mardi Gras Fasching Parade still accepting float registrations
by Amber McDownby Amber McDownOrganizers of the 28th annual Minden Mardi Gras Fasching Parade are inviting businesses, community groups, schools and families to register floats for …
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The nonprofit organization 22 Hands Up will hold a fundraiser raffle Saturday, January 10, offering participants a chance to win big while …
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News
Miss Minden contestants announced ahead of 73rd anniversary pageant
by Amber McDownby Amber McDownOrganizers of the Miss Minden pageant have released the biographies of contestants who will compete in the 73rd anniversary of the long-running …
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Red Blooms, a longtime floral shop, boutique and tea room known as the ParTEA Room, has relocated after seven years at its …
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Regional/State News
Citizens sue to challenge oil and gas wastewater injection permit in Bienville Parish
by Amber McDownby Amber McDownResidents of Bienville Parish and an environmental advocacy group have filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn an oil and gas wastewater injection …

