Meet the Candidates Forum - Ouachita Parish School Board
The public is invited to discuss topics in economics and agriculture with Dr. Mike Strain, the Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry, on Friday, November 13th, at ULM Bayou Pointe.
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News From KEDM
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On Thursday, October 15, 2026, the National Weather Service issued a briefing concerning upcoming weather risks, especially regarding portions of Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. -
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing approximately $1.8 billion in conservation programs in 2026. -
The Blue Cross and the Louisiana Blue Foundation Angel Award Gala honors nine individuals across Louisiana who show their dedication and selflessness in the medical field. -
Louisiana State Treasurer is calling for a major increase in Louisiana’s homestead exemption, saying homeowners should be better protected from rising property values. -
On Thursday, October 22nd, at 5:30 p.m., the ULM Museum of Natural History celebrates Archaeology Month in Louisiana with guest speaker Diana M. Greenlee.
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The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service are looking into the mailings, some of which included an unidentified powdery white substance. -
Congress and a federal agency are threatening to weaken the country's historic preservation law, fueling a backlash that critics say is as fiery as the one that led to the law's creation 60 years ago. -
For eight years, photographer Jennifer Teresa Villanueva has documented her Mexican American family's everyday life in Chicago, capturing intimate moments of love, labor and sacrifice.
Department of Justice
On Friday, October 9th, United States District Judge Jerry Edwards, Jr., sentenced Shreveport resident Timothy Wayne Griffin to 130 months in federal prison, followed by four years of supervised release.
Doug Duffey & B.A.D.D. performed at the Rhythm & Relief Concert for KEDM. These talented musicians wowed the crowd with their energy and passion as they volunteered their time and skills to support public radio.
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The Friends of Black Bayou Fall Celebration returns on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
Information about what's happening at KEDM.
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