Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of September.
Good morning, Monroe.
🎭 Culture
Delta African American Heritage Museum is hosting a new exhibit that celebrates Louisiana’s blues legacy.
The display is open to the public and features influential musical artifacts from the state’s rich history.
📰 Economy
Grow NELA reports every parish in our region recorded higher sales tax revenue in the first half of 2026 compared to 2024 due to Meta's operations.
Richland Parish increased nearly 400%+ other parishes grew between 5% and 25%.
🎓 Education
The Children's Museum is hosting its 3rd Annual Constitution Week from today to Friday, Sept.
19 at 323 Walnut Street. Special guests including three judges will teach children about voting and the Constitution while pocket-size copies are given.
ULM will host Homecoming Week from Sept.
21 through Sept. 26 with events including a softball game, community race, parade, and step show. The highlights conclude on Sept. 26 when the Warhawks host Florida Atlantic at FMOL Health St. Francis Stadium at 7 p.m. — tailgating is available.
🏛️ Government
Governor Jeff Landry announced that PICA, certified by the insurance department, will assume all commercial policies from Louisiana Citizens, cutting premiums by 15-40% for about 5,100 policyholders.
Policyholders may remain with Citizens if they wish & this option follows recent reforms in the state’s insurance market.
🏥 Health
LDH confirmed a rabies case in a dog in Region 4 on Monday, Sept.
14, marking the first infection in a dog since 2014 (the fifth in 20 years). Officials urge pet owners to vaccinate animals and avoid contact with wildlife.
🏈 Sports
Registration closes tonight for the 10th annual River Rat Paddle Challenge on the Ouachita River.
The Saturday event features a 7.7-mile timed race and a 2.9-mile leisure paddle to raise funds for local students through ACE Academy and the Kiroli Foundation.
ULM Warhawks lost to UAB Blazers 26 to 20 on Saturday, Sept.
12 at Protective Stadium. They will host Southeastern Louisiana for their home opener on Sunday, Sept. 19 at 3:30 p.m.
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