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High‑School Sports Stars Shine in February

February 28, 2026

In late February, fans voted on the standout athletes from high‑school games that wrapped up by the end of the month. Winners receive certificates and can print them from a shared Dropbox folder starting the following Monday. Teams are encouraged to send pictures of their athletes holding these awar

education

Faculty Committee Pushes for Professor’s Return After Controversial Posts

February 28, 2026

A group of faculty members at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville has issued a unanimous recommendation that the university should not fire Dr. Shirin Saeidi, an Iranian‑born political science professor who has been suspended over her social media activity. The committee’s decision comes afte

crime

High Schooler Confesses to Mother’s Murder, Calls Family for Help

February 15, 2026

A 17‑year‑old from Fayetteville is accused of killing his mother and hiding the body in a garage bin. He first dialed a grandparent on February 10, admitting he had stabbed her and left the body in the garage. Within minutes, he also rang 911, saying he wanted to be taken into custody for the

technology

Cameras on the Streets: A New Look at Safety and Privacy in Lafayette

February 15, 2026

Recent weeks have seen black, solar‑powered cameras pop up along Lafayette’s roads. They are not part of the local police or sheriff’s office but belong to a private company called Flock Safety, based in Atlanta. The devices capture license plates automatically and help law‑enforcement locate suspec

weather

Lafayette's Mardi Gras 2026: Rainy Weekend Ahead

February 14, 2026

Lafayette is bracing for a soggy Mardi Gras weekend in 2026. The National Weather Service in Lake Charles has issued a forecast that includes showers and thunderstorms for both Saturday and Sunday. Some of these storms could be quite intense, with heavy rainfall and possibly severe weather. The goo

business

A New Leader for Louisiana's News Scene

February 13, 2026

Hank Stuever, a well-known journalist, is making a big move. He's leaving his old job at a big newspaper in Washington D. C. and heading to Louisiana. There, he'll be the new boss for special reporting at The Times-Picayune and The Advocate. This is a big deal because it shows these newspapers are g

politics

Wind and Solar Energy: The Political Tug-of-War

January 29, 2026

In the world of politics, things are never straightforward. Take the recent debate on speeding up permits for energy projects. Democrats in the Senate have a condition: they won't support this unless the Trump administration stops putting roadblocks on wind and solar energy developments. You see, P

education

The Unsung Hero of Southside High

January 26, 2026

Wilton Allen, a custodian at Southside High School, has been making a big difference in the lives of students and staff. He started working there in February 2025 and quickly became known for his friendly and positive attitude. Allen remembers his own school days and how there was no one to talk to

sports

High School Sports Stars Shine Bright in Fayetteville

January 26, 2026

The high school sports scene in Fayetteville is heating up as the season comes to a close. Teams are fighting hard for those final wins before the playoffs begin. E. E. Smith and Cape Fear made waves in swimming, taking home the Eastern Sandhills conference titles for both boys and girls. Meanwhile,

education

A Counselor's Journey: Building Confidence in Young Minds

January 26, 2026

Ali Cantrell's path to becoming a counselor was not straightforward. After spending over two decades as a classroom teacher, she found her true calling in building relationships with students. This realization led her to pursue a master's degree, which she considers a significant personal achievemen