Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
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🏘️ Community
The Northeast Louisiana Black Chamber of Commerce will host the 2025 Non-Profit Conference 3.0 to educate rural organizations on structure and grant readiness.
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office seeks public assistance in locating Harvey Hammond Jr., a 57-year-old man last seen in West Monroe, potentially near Cheniere Lake or en route to Tallulah on foot.
In response to the lack of skate parks in Northeast Louisiana, Tony Molina of West Monroe built a skate park in his backyard to nurture the local skateboarding community.
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office seeks public assistance to locate Kristian Lean Torrence, a 22-year-old woman last seen in Monroe.
Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and Keep Louisiana Beautiful urge residents to maintain cleanliness in Louisiana for 2025, highlighting 2024's success in collecting over 88 tons of litter with the help of 22,000 volunteers.
Various New Year's Eve events, including festivals, fireworks, and dances, are scheduled across Arkansas and Louisiana to welcome 2025.
🚧 Accidents
Louisiana sees a spike in alcohol-impaired driving fatalities during the holidays, with authorities urging drivers to stay sober and vigilant.
🚨 Crime
The Concordia Parish Sheriff's Office is actively searching for 22-year-old escaped inmate Kyshaune McCular, last seen in East Baton Rouge Parish.
🏥 Health
Tristen Brooks from Acadian Ambulance Services advises on immediate 911 calls for firework injuries and emphasizes safety precautions during New Year celebrations.
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Harlem Globetrotters World Tour at Fant-Ewing Coliseum
The Original Harlem Globetrotters are set to showcase their entertaining basketball skills in an action-packed performance.
Monroe Moccasins vs Blue Ridge Bobcats
The Monroe Moccasins will face off against the Blue Ridge Bobcats at the Monroe Civic Center, providing a local sports experience for attendees.
Free Annual Mammogram Screening Event in West Monroe, LA
This free annual mammogram screening, organized by the Louisiana Cancer Foundation, is available by appointment for women aged 40 and over in northeast Louisiana.
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