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LEAP testing to be canceled

President Donald Trump announced Friday he will waive all federal requirements for K-12 standardized testing, opening the door for Louisiana to legally cancel LEAP 2025 testing for the school year.

Jail frees beds in light of virus

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The Lincoln Parish Detention Center has freed up beds in case it has to house any inmates with coronavirus symptoms.

Signs of the times

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GRAMBLING — Grambling City Hall has made a proactive move in response to ongoing nationwide coronavirus outbreak, deciding to err on the side of precaution.

Pollen thickens concerns

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When it comes to trying to stay feeling well, times are pretty tough right now.

Local funeral homes focus on families during nationwide outbreak

The ongoing nationwide coronavirus has resulted in changes throughout the U.S., including right here in Lincoln Parish.

Lincoln Prep moves to online classes

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GRAMBLING — In response to state-mandated school closure, Lincoln Preparatory School has transitioned to online classes for students, the school announced Wednesday.

Tech’s food pantry provides student nutrition assistance

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As grocery stores continue to deal with increased demand because of the COVID-19 outbreak, students at Louisiana Tech University have another option to help put food on their tables: Tech’s Good Nutrition Mission Food Pantry.

Library closed indefinitely

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The Lincoln Parish Library has closed its doors until further notice, effective Wednesday afternoon.

C-USA officially cancels spring sports

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It wasn’t a surprise, but instead more of a foregone conclusion. And late Monday night Conference USA made it official.

Hospitals fear shortage of ventilators for virus patients

U.S. hospitals bracing for a possible onslaught of coronavirus patients with pneumonia and other breathing difficulties could face a critical shortage of mechanical ventilators and health care workers to operate them.