Javonti Thomas
Jambalaya Anchor/ Reporter
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Cenla college makes preparations to keep students safe from coronavirus after Thanksgiving break.
A local grocery store expects steady flow of business as customers make final Thanksgiving day purchases.
DSNAP differs from the traditional SNAP program because it is made available following federally declared disasters.
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, businesses in Natchitoches are on the rebound as the holiday season approaches.
The Goldonna Police Chief sent his letter of resignation after being arrested in an alleged child abuse investigation.
FEMA is in search of property owners in Central Louisiana who could temporarily house Hurricane Laura survivors.
The Alexandria Police Department is investigating an armed robbery at Wilmore’s Food Mart on MacArthur Drive that occurred on Wednesday night.
Alexandria Mayor Jeff Hall says Capt. Ronney Howard will serve as the Interim Police Chief at the Alexandria Police Department.
Louisiana Baptist Disaster Relief teams are providing aid for people impacted by Hurricane Delta's flooding.
A Rapides Parish fire district responded to 50 water rescue incidents following Hurricane Delta.
Firefighters rush into action as flooding forces many out of their homes after Hurricane Delta.
Internet restoration continues following damage from Hurricane Delta.
The National Weather Service is reporting high water levels after Hurricane Delta.
The local Salvation Army is ready to deployment in the aftermath of Hurricane Delta.
A mandatory evacuation is now in effect in Beauregard Parish ahead of Hurricane Delta.
The first all-inclusive playground for children with special needs opens in Central Louisiana.
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A local special needs student's nomination to homecoming court gives a small community a big reason to smile.
The health conditions for Winn Parish Sheriff Cranford Jordan have improved after being diagnosed with the coronavirus.
The Family Justice Center is beefing up their services to better serve their members.
An elderly woman and her family are concerned a tree nearly split in two during Hurricane Laura could fall on her home during Tropical Storm Beta.
Tioga High School students are gathering school supplies and hygiene products to send to South Louisiana Hurricane victims.
The Alexandria VA Health Care System is offering free flu shots for Veterans.
A local salon with roof damage from Hurricane Laura is giving back to linemen working to restore power in Central Louisiana.
An Alexandria church is housing volunteers from across the country providing relief efforts for Hurricane Laura.
Grant Parish Schools have set a date to return as they assess damages across the district.
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‘DJ Pratt Da Catt’ dies helping others in Alexandria clear storm debris from Hurricane Laura.
An infectious disease expert recommends parents sanitize and disinfect five items when their children return home from school.
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The number of low paying jobs is increasing and the number of high paying jobs is decreasing.
Natchitoches Young Professionals are raising funds to provide masks for college students in need.
A program is helping supply school-aged kids who receive free or reduced lunch with free food because of COVID-19.
The coronavirus pandemic is forcing parents to make tough decisions regarding child care.
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing families to make tough choices for the upcoming school year.
As the pandemic rages on, the need to manage your expenses becomes more important.
Mayor Clarence Fields issues statement following the passing of Civil Rights leader, Rep. John Lewis.
Organizers of the Natchitoches Meat Pie Festival have postponed the 18th annual event until 2021.
A local pastor calls on residents to lean on faith during global pandemic.
COVID-19 is raising the stakes for the gaming industry. Local casino continue to thrive as the virus forces nationwide casino layoffs and closures.
The Grant Parish School Board releases plans and guidelines for the upcoming school year amid coronavirus outbreak.
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A Louisiana non-profit working to help families of fallen law enforcement teams up with local business.
State board urges home buyers to be wary of "too good to be true" property opportunities.
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A CENLA college graduate is still preparing for the Boston Marathon after the coronavirus cancels the in-person competition.
Community members plan to discuss police brutality and reform with Cenla leaders on Thursday, July 2.
The United States Department of Veteran Affairs is holding a Tele-Townhall for Louisiana Veterans on June 23
The Parish President of Natchitoches is facing battery charges after an altercation at Maglieaux’s Restuarant.