MANSFIELD, La., (KNOE 8 News) - The DeSoto Parish School Board voted 7-4 this week to accept the administrative staff's 2013-14 budget reduction package. This not only closes Pelican, but it also means anywhere from 25 to 50 employees could be without jobs by summer.
Superintendent Cade Brumley said the district is facing a projected $12.6 million deficit next year because spending is outpacing revenue sources. A similar deficit in this year's budget was plugged by pulling $10 million set aside for a construction project deemed not necessary.
In addition to closing Pelican, the budget reduction plan realigns Logansport Elementary and Logansport High into one school, cuts out arts and music programs and eliminates eight positions in central office.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:09 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:09:18 GMT
FARMERVILLE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - The family of a Farmerville teen who died at football practice last week says it is overwhelmed by the community's gratitude.
FARMERVILLE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - The family of a Farmerville teen who died at football practice last week says it is overwhelmed by the community's gratitude.
Monday, May 20 2013 7:05 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:05:15 GMT
WASHINGTON (KNOE 8 News) - More than 85,000 veterans were treated last year for injuries or illness stemming from sexual abuse in the military, and 4,000 sought disability benefits.
WASHINGTON (KNOE 8 News) - More than 85,000 veterans were treated last year for injuries or illness stemming from sexual abuse in the military, and 4,000 sought disability benefits.
