Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of August.
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🏘️ Community
A gallery series from the LSU AgCenter Red River Research Station in Bossier Parish detailed each tomato greenhouse’s annual yield of about 20,000 pounds.
Photos captured on Aug. 7 and Nov. 13, 2025 highlighted local farming practices in northwest Louisiana.
📰 Economy
LSU AgCenter Red River Research Station — known as the “big red barn” — covers 573 acres south of Bossier City where researchers study crop production, soil fertility, and irrigation methods to help growers improve profitability.
Its fourth Louisiana Homesteader Conference and Expo is set for Oct. 16 — 17.
🎓 Education
Captain Shreve High School librarian Maureen Barclay uses tailored questions about movies, TikTok, and free time to match teenagers with books that suit their interests.
The school supports 1,400 students and runs a 100-million-word reading challenge to boost its reading culture.
📰 Lifestyle
A parent shared three favorite indoor toys to help kids enjoy alternative play during hot summer days; the picks include a fort-building kit, a Lego table, and play-pretend notepads that spark creativity.
The advice was offered yesterday as a fun way to beat the heat.
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