Flood Projections On Pearl Escalating

The Flood Warning continues for the Pearl River Near Pearl River until further notice. At 6:00 PM Thursday the stage was 16.0 feet with minor flooding occurring and major flooding in the forecast. Flood stage is 14.0 feet. The river will continue rising to near 19.0 feet by Saturday February 22nd with major flooding of…

Smith Responds to Lawsuit

Jerry Rogers, the federal agent who criticized the St. Tammany Sheriff’s Office’s handling of the Nanette Krentel murder investigation in emails sent to her family, is suing Sheriff Randy Smith in federal court over his arrest last year for criminal defamation. Sheriff Randy Smith released a statement yesterday that said in part, “Although I have…

Northshore Humane Rescues 50 Dogs From One Location

Yesterday the Northshore Humane Society said a breeder of hunting type dogs in Washington Parish had to release approximately 30 dogs. After arriving at the property, it was apparent there were more dogs than expected and living conditions were not ideal. They were able to rescue close to 50 dogs, including multiple litters of puppies.…

HPD Investigates Theft

On January 29, Hammond Police began investigating a theft that occurred on January 28, at Ulta Beauty, located at 2026 Hammond Square Drive. Three black males entered the business and concealed merchandise in excess of $1,000 inside gray tote bags. The suspects then exited the business without paying for their merchandise. In the parking lot,…

Folsom Resident Arrested for Loranger Burglary

Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Daniel Edwards reports the arrest of 28 YO Folsom resident Dylon Joseph Van Vliet. Van Vliet was charged with simple burglary. The incident occurred on February 9 at a residence on Cyprian Rd. in Loranger. Two days later, the detectives were able to locate and recover the property stolen from the homeowner.

Lake Loot Q&A February 13, 2020

6:40 Q: The average person switches their favorite _______ every 4 years.  What is it? A: Their favorite beer! Winner: Randy Ponthieux from Abita! 7:10 Kids Loot and 7:40 Q: 1 in 15 dads have tried unsuccessfully to cook this on the grill. What? A: French fries! Winner: No Winner! 8:40 Q: More than half of…

Trooper Arrested

According to State Police a Trooper with Louisiana Troop L was taken into custody charged with one count of Production and Distribution of Pornography Involving Juveniles. The investigation was conducted by the FBI and the Louisiana State Police Special Victims Unit.  The Trooper, identified as 41 YO Jason Boyet, has been placed on administrative leave…