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Farmer aims to produce largest harvest in nearby parishes

Ferriday — A 3-acre plot of land outside of Ferriday on U.S. 84 may be the largest tomato farm in a three-parish area. The land ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, August 17, 2013 8:17 am

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Ferriday Aldermen voice water concerns

FERRIDAY — After a heated discussion, the Ferriday Board of Aldermen chose not to raise water rates during their Tuesday meeting. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, August 15, 2013 12:11 am

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Third man arrested for Ferriday murder

Louisiana State Police arrested a Ferriday man Monday in connection with a July 15 homicide. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, August 14, 2013 12:06 am

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Teacher writes about the virtues of kindness

West Elementary School teacher Linda Patten hopes the world can learn a thing or two from the Kingdom of Serenity. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, August 14, 2013 12:02 am

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Ferriday takes no action on water, garbage rates

The Ferriday Board of Aldermen failed to take action on a $6 water increase and a $10 garbage increase at its Tuesday meeting. Mayor Gene ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, August 14, 2013 12:02 am

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Break in reported at Concordia Parish School Board central office

VIDALIA — A Chevrolet Tahoe was missing and several doors were kicked in when Concordia Parish School Board employees returned to work Monday. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, August 13, 2013 12:11 am

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Kayakers make Miss-Lou stop on Mississippi River journey

NATCHEZ — Natchez is the latest of many stops for a group of British kayakers traveling the Mississippi River. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, August 13, 2013 12:10 am

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Police Jury enacts new grass policy

VIDALIA — A Concordia Parish Police Jury policy change may force parish residents to take better care of their yards. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, August 13, 2013 12:08 am

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Public input sought on Ferriday water, garbage rates

FERRIDAY — The Ferriday Board of Aldermen will receive public input on raising water and garbage rates at a 6 p.m. meeting on Tuesday at ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, August 12, 2013 12:11 am

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Organizations working together to address area veteran homelessness

The Miss-Lou’s economic and geographic position may be the perfect storm to exacerbate veteran homelessness. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, August 11, 2013 12:07 am

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Shoe company signs five-year lease with Ferriday

FERRIDAY — Neimaj Footwear and Apparel signed a five-year lease with the City of Ferriday Friday to use the former Kelly’s Kids building on Louisiana ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, August 10, 2013 12:13 am

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Officer shoots at car during chase

FERRIDAY— A Ferriday police officer fired two shots at a car during a Wednesday chase that led officers from Ridgecrest to a wooded area outside ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, August 9, 2013 9:38 am

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Residents take advantage of free medical services from soldiers

The Delta Care Project was a family affair for two Ferriday residents Thursday. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, August 9, 2013 12:09 am

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New charter school’s goals outlined

Failure may not be an option for the new Delta Charter School. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, August 9, 2013 12:05 am

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Riser to run for Alexander’s seat

VIDALIA — Louisiana Sen. Neil Riser, R-Columbia, announced plans to run for Louisiana’s 5th District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, August 8, 2013 12:14 am

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Military preparing to offer free health services in Ferriday

FERRIDAY — The U.S. military set up camp in Ferriday this week. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, August 8, 2013 12:08 am

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Local farmers concerned about corn

Area corn farmers are expressing concerns about harvest, with growing season nearly complete. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, August 5, 2013 12:06 am

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Firefighter injured in Mazique Lane blaze

NATCHEZ — A Natchez firefighter was injured Saturday while fighting a house fire on Mazique Lane. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, August 4, 2013 12:14 am

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Sen. Landrieu talks drainage at parish event

VIDALIA — U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu promised Concordia Parish residents Saturday that she would fight to improve the ongoing drainage problems in the area. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, August 4, 2013 12:13 am

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Miss-Lou officials reporting mild mosquito season so far

NATCHEZ — No cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in the Miss-Lou, but doctors are advising residents to take precautions to prevent it ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, August 4, 2013 12:11 am

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