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An inmate who escaped from a transport van in Tallulah was taken back into custody Wednesday morning after a search involving officers and equipment from across Louisiana. Shannon Morris Jr.

As families transition back to school, evenings often become filled with homework, sports practices, meetings, and other activities. With a little planning, however, healthy family meals can still be part of the routine. Research shows that children and teens benefit from meals that include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy foods. These nutritious foods provide energy for learning, growth, physical activity, and overall health. Here are some tips to help you get started with your prep!

The LSU AgCenter Scott Research & Extension Center in Winnsboro will be hosting a Master Gardener Course Orientation on September 2 at 10 a.m. The objective of the Master Gardener Program is to train volunteers who have gardening experience and a desire to help others.

As Louisiana families prepare for a new school year, the transition from summer schedules to school-day routines can be both exciting and challenging. Early mornings, homework, extracurricular activities, and busy family calendars often return all at once. While getting back into a routine may take some adjustment, the start of a new school year is also the perfect opportunity for families to establish healthy habits that can support learning, improve well-being, and strengthen family connections.

Arrests as of August 10, 2026: East Carroll Parish Sheriff: 7/29/26 - Ker’Eric Brown, 18, principal to aggravated assault with a firearm. 8/3/26 - Edna Wilmore, 61, illegal use of a firearm, attempted second degree murder.

Aug. 11 was this week, and Louisiana 811 hopes that the 8/11 date on the calendar served as a natural reminder for residents to contact 811 prior to any digging project to have underground utility lines marked. Every few minutes an underground utility line is damaged because someone decided to dig without first contacting 811.

The Mississippi River Commission (MRC) will conduct its annual low water inspection trip aboard Motor Vessel Mississippi, Aug 17-21, 2026, continuing its tradition of engaging with communities along the river.

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Tariff rates for wireless mobile phones in the parish will go to $2 a month, beginning September 1. The East Carroll Parish Communications District board met in a special meeting last Wednesday and approved the increase after a public hearing for comments.

Saturday was a big day in Louisiana when 400 new laws went into effect. Passed during the 2026 legislative session and signed by Gov. Jeff Landry, the new laws going into effect include one that will most affect consumers: Debit card surcharges are now banned. Businesses can no longer charge customers an extra fee for paying their bills with their debit cards. This excludes credit cards, but includes all businesses where debit cards are taken and online charges as well.