SUMMARY: Suzanne Simpson, a mother of four, has been missing for 10 days, with official searches focusing on a landfill in southeast Bear County for the past three days. The Al Park police chief expressed confidence in recovering her remains from this location. However, a DPS spokesperson reported no significant findings so far. The search efforts are supported by CSI units from SAPD and cadets from BCSO, aiding in the ongoing investigation.

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SUMMARY: Hollis Walker, Sales Operation Coordinator for Discover Monroe West Monroe, discusses exciting weekend events in the Twin Cities, including the fourth annual pumpkin decorating contest, open until October 29th. Categories are available for various age groups and organizations, with winners receiving attraction passes. The Monroe Moccasins hockey team will also be playing, providing thrilling entertainment. The Black Bayou Fall Celebration features free activities, food trucks, and vendors. Additionally, a human trafficking awareness walk is scheduled for Saturday, October 19th. For more event details, visit Discover Monroe West Monroe’s website. Enjoy a fun-filled weekend!

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SUMMARY: The Caddo Parish School Board conducted meetings to appoint an interim District 7 representative and discuss a school bus tire contract. Jerry Bowman Jr. was elected with seven out of 11 votes after competing against Carla Buntyn, Pamela Jackson, and Linda Smith. Bowman’s public service experience helped him secure the position. In the regular session, board member Steve Umling opposed a bid from Southern Tire Mart for school bus tires, arguing the offered Double Coin tires were not tier 1. However, after a lengthy discussion, the board approved the bid 8-3, deciding to revisit the contract next year.

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