Red River Junior High is holding football tryouts this afternoon from 3:30-5pm.

Riverdale Bassmasters will hold a fishing meeting Aug 10 at 6pm in the school cafeteria. Students in grades 2-12th are encouraged to attend with their parent or guardian. More information will be available at the Ice Cream Social.

Northwestern State University has become an FAA-approved testing site for the Unmanned Aircraft (drone) Remote Pilot Certification Exam, making it easier for students and area residents to earn their commercial drone pilot license. The designation supports NSU’s growing Advanced Remote Geospatial Operations (ARGO) program and regional workforce development efforts. In addition to FAA testing, NSU offers online drone courses, a self-paced Part 107 certification prep course and in-person training by request. More information is available at www.nsu.la/pilotexam

Saints fans can stream the new Drew Brees documentary ‘More Than A Saint’ now ahead of his Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement this weekend.

The Louisiana Art & Science Museum and the LSU Textile & Costume Museum are proud to present Louisiana Couture: The Legacy of San Carlin, a landmark exhibition celebrating one of Louisiana’s most influential fashion houses. Currently on view at LASM, the exhibition showcases the artistry, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit behind San Carlin, the Baton Rouge couture label whose elegant designs earned international acclaim while remaining proudly rooted in Louisiana. Louisiana Couture: The Legacy of San Carlin is currently on view at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum in the Soupçon Gallery through January 3, 2027.

Reports confirm Elon Musk’s SpaceX is planning a rocket-launching spaceport on Pelican Island, an 18-mile stretch of land along the coast in Louisiana.

Louisiana AG Liz Murrill said the state will investigate whether charges will be filed against Dr. Anthony Fauci.

NSU grad and two-sport athlete Tommy McClelland to become the Athletic Director at Purdue University.

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