This & That…Monday, February 16, 2026

The Red River Parish Sheriff’s Office shared on social media the administrative offices will be closed Mon Feb 16 and Tue Feb 17 in observance of Presidents Day and Mardi Gras. If you require immediate assistance, ring the buzzer located to the right of the door and a staff member will assist you.

Brylee Halbmaier recently placed 5th in the MAIS Overall Spelling Bee in Jackson, MS. She is the daughter of Jake and Jonna Halbmaier and in the 8th grade at Riverdale Academy. Congrats!

According to new data released from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. economy added 130,000 jobs in January marking a significant upward shift from previous months.

Report shows hundreds of Louisiana restaurants cited and find for not disclosing imported seafood.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough was named the 2025 Pepsi Zero Sugar NFL Rookie of the Year voted on exclusively by fans.

A recent study shows at least a cup of coffee a day helps keep dementia away.

ESPN broke the news that Charlie Woods, son of Tiger Woods, has verbally committed to play golf at Florida State and will be a member of the 2027 recruiting class.

End of an Era: Minute Maid is discontinuing nostalgic frozen canned juices after 80 years.