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!

Louisiana Living: Discover Monroe West Monroe

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SUMMARY: Tropical systems typically don’t venture far into the Gulf of Mexico, and current models suggest two monitored systems, one with low development potential and another identified as Invest 94, will mainly move westward without threatening the Gulf. As the season progresses, significant storm activity becomes less common. Historical data since the 1850s supports this trend. Tomorrow’s high will reach 69 degrees with similar afternoon temperatures. Expect chilly mornings leading into Friday, with temperatures in the 40s, 50s, and 60s, and the weekend will remain mild, with highs in the 70s.

WWL Louisiana Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin with the latest New Orleans-area forecast and an eye on the tropics for News at 5PM on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024.

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