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New state law bans cell phones in the classroom
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)–A new measure that bans Louisiana students from having cell phones on their person is now law after Governor Jeff Landry signed it. Bob Calhoun is a Monroe family medicine physician, and he is in favor of the new law banning cell phones in schools for all Louisiana students. It’s a good […]
Confidence pays off for Concordia Parish student in state public speaking contest
VIDALIA, La. — Leading up to a statewide 4-H competition in public speaking, Xavier Johnson who will soon to be starting 9th-grade at Concordia Parish Academy said he felt “a little scared but confident.” That confidence proved worthwhile to Johnson, who won first place as the youngest participant there. The 4-H University competition was hosted […] The post Confidence pays off for Concordia Parish student in state public speaking contest appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Gov. Landry sought a Federal Emergency Disaster Declaration to assist with recovery efforts in areas hardest hit by tornadoes associated with Hurricane Beryl
GOHSEP (Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness) Director Jacques Thibodeaux also engaged with FEMA Region 6 concerning this critical step. The disaster declaration request encompassed two different FEMA categories:. 1. **FEMA Category A for debris removal**: This category would allow parishes to be reimbursed for debris removal...
Shreveport Woman Guilty of Killing Baby
SHREVEPORT, LA - A Shreveport woman accused of shaking a baby to death is headed to prison for life after she was found guilty. The trial of 42-year-old Tatianna Jenell Burns was scheduled in Caddo District Court this week. It was set to go before a jury, but Burns asked for a bench trial, meaning the judge would be the one to hear the case and determine the outcome.
Pineville receives federal grant to remediate abandoned properties
PINEVILLE, La. - The city of Pineville has received a $500,000 Brownfield grant from the Environmental Protection Agency that will go towards remediating the old Huey P. Long Hospital, Bryant’s Cleaners, and the old Eddie’s Exxon. Rebecca Otte is the statewide Brownfield coordinator for the Louisiana Department of...
Trucker describes finding ‘miracle baby’ by the side of a highway in Louisiana
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Reginald Walton had just rolled his 18-wheeler into Louisiana, eastbound on Interstate 10 after making a Texas delivery, when he spotted what looked like a discarded baby doll sitting on the embankment. Then he saw movement. “I noticed that it moved and I called 911 and told them I thought I […]
Landry administration offers first glimpse at tax reform strategy
Lower many of the state taxes Louisiana collects, but collect them from more sources. That’s the gist of policy changes Gov. Jeff Landry’s tax policy pointman put before a panel of state lawmakers Thursday in hopes they’re amenable to rewriting a portion of the Louisiana Constitution. Revenue Secretary Richard Nelson stopped short of endorsing a […] The post Landry administration offers first glimpse at tax reform strategy appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s Child’s Paternity is Being Called into Question & There Could Be Major Ramifications
Gypsy Rose Blanchard shocked the world when she announced that she was “unexpectedly” pregnant with her first child with boyfriend and ex-fiancé Ken Urker. The 32-year-old, who was released from prison last year after being convicted for her involvement in the 2015 killing of her abusive mom Dee Dee, is in the midst of divorcing her husband Ryan Anderson. But a Louisiana law — and society’s lack of trust in women — could tie the estranged couple together for even longer.LeBron James Shares the Sweetest Message to Sons Bronny & Bryce: 'Pops Over Here Getting Emotional' Blanchard filed for divorce at...
The Brick Streets, Bites and Boutiques Event Was Made for a Perfect Outing
Natchitoches’ Historic Downtown Business Association (HDBA) held its inaugural Brick Streets, Bites and Boutiques event Thursday, July 11. The fun event featured fifteen HDBA member retail stores who agreed to stay open until 8:00 p.m. Downtown Natchitoches was filled with groups of visitors who walked from shop to shop along Front Street. Shoppers also had an opportunity to win a $500.00 Shopping Voucher sponsored by the HDBA.
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