Amber McDown

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KTBS Community Caravan to visit Minden next week

3 weeks ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

47 The KTBS 3 Community Caravan is set to roll into Minden next week, bringing a spotlight to local eateries and inviting the public to meet with KTBS staff during a week of community-focused programming. The visit will include a special segment of “Tasty Tuesday” featuring El Santito Mexican Restaurant. The downtown Minden eatery, known for its blend of Latin, Mediterranean, and Mexican cuisine, will be highlighted as part of KTBS reporter Rick Rowe’s weekly food feature.
Miss Webster Parish Pageant coming July 12

3 weeks ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

10 The Miss Webster Parish Pageant will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Minden Community House. Open to girls ages 0 to 15 years, the event provides a lighthearted and welcoming environment for young participants to dress up, take the stage, and enjoy the excitement of a pageant setting. Entry is $60 per contestant, with an optional $10 fee for the photogenic category. All proceeds from the event will benefit SOS Ministries.
Scholarship honors legacy of late Assistant Superintendent Kevin Washington

3 weeks ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

16 The Webster Parish School Board awarded the inaugural Kevin J. Washington Memorial Scholarship during its regular meeting on June 2, marking a new chapter in honoring the legacy of the late Assistant Superintendent Kevin Washington. Kevin Thompson of Taylor and Sons presented the $1,000 scholarship, which was awarded to Tatiyana Mason, a graduating senior from North Webster High School. “I’m just so happy and grateful that we’re in a position to do this,” Thompson said.
‘Totally 80s Bingo’ raises more than $9,000 for Seeds Women’s Center

3 weeks ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

39 A large crowd turned out in 1980s attire for Seeds Women’s Center’s themed fundraiser, “Totally 80s Bingo,” held Friday, May 30 at the Minden Civic Center. The event brought in more than $9,000 to support the nonprofit’s free pregnancy and family services, surpassing the center’s fundraising goal. “We raised over $9,000! Surpassed our goal! We are hoping to make Seeds Totally 80s Bingo an annual event,” said Amber Bradford, executive director of Seeds.
Minden Charity Classic expands with new events, supports emergency aid

3 weeks ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

11 The Minden Foundation hosted one of its largest fundraisers to date this past weekend. The 2025 Minden Charity Classic golf tournament has expanded with new and returning events. The multi-day fundraiser began Friday, May 30, with a Dinner & Auction held at Pine Hills Country Club.
MMC hosts senior health and fitness event at Minden REC

3 weeks ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

12 Minden Medical Center hosted a senior health and fitness event Wednesday, May 28, at the Minden REC, drawing a large turnout of attendees ages 50 and older. Themed “Travel the World for Better Health,” the event featured international flags and global décor, creating a festive atmosphere for participants. Attendees were treated to a meal, had the opportunity to win door prizes, and engaged with a variety of vendors offering information on health and fitness.
Minden celebrates power contract switch with midnight ceremony

3 weeks ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

96 A crowd gathered just before midnight Saturday at the Minden Historic Steam Plant to witness a power switch ceremony marking the City of Minden’s transition to a new electric power provider. The event, held at 119 Horton Street, commemorated the start of a new full requirements power contract with the Louisiana Energy and Power Authority (LEPA), which officially took effect Sunday, June 1.
Juneteenth celebration set for June 19 in Minden

4 weeks ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

30 The city of Minden will commemorate Juneteenth with an evening celebration Thursday, June 19, beginning at 6:30 PM on Martin Luther King Drive, across from Woo’s. Organizers from the 2025 Juneteenth Committee announced that the event will feature food trucks, live music, a bounce house, performances, and presentations on the history of Juneteenth.
Discovery Camp launches in Webster Parish with summer of reading and STEM

4 weeks ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

56 Discovery Camp 2025 is underway at Webster Parish Libraries, offering four weeks of reading-centered enrichment activities for school-aged children across Webster Parish. Running from May 28 through June 28, Discovery Camp is designed to encourage learning outside the classroom, foster a love of reading, and build confidence and independence in young readers.
Grilling on Main returns to downtown Minden June 13-14

1 month ago | press-herald.com | Amber McDown

65 Downtown Minden will fire up the pits June 13–14 as Grilling on Main returns with a full slate of events featuring live music, food vendors, games, fireworks, and a barbecue competition. Hosted by Minden Main Street, the two-day event invites the public to sample barbecue for $5 per team, with local competitors facing off in brisket, chicken, ribs and a team-provided open dish for the People’s Choice category. The Grand Champion will receive a $4,000 prize and an award.