A reminder that the US 84 Bridge at Coushatta will be inspected by the state highway department tomorrow, July 21st. Traffic will be reduced to one lane, so expect some delay.

The Journal congratulates the new slate off officers of the Red River Council on Aging. Jessie Davis was elected President. Celia A. Norman was elected Vice President. Dianne Slatten was elected to her second term as Treasurer. And Barbara Brister was elected Secretary. They were elected at the COA annual meeting earlier this week.

Band Camp is wrapping up today at Red River High School. The band, dance line and others have been practicing for two weeks. You can see the results of their labors at the first home football game August 31st. The Bulldogs open at home against Lincoln Preparatory School.

These days are especially hot summer days. Everyone is warning about the dangers of too much exposure to the heat. Below is the advice from the National Weather Service in Shreveport.