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Number of Medicaid users in Louisiana drops
(The Center Square) – Registration for Medicaid in Louisiana dropped 18.5% from about 2.1 million to 1.7 million over the last 12 months, according to a recent report. More than two-thirds of nonrenewals were terminated for procedural reasons, meaning registration forms incorrectly completed or not completed. Across the United States, about 1 in 3 Medicaid […]
Louisiana Assistant Adjutant General achieves one-star rank
PINEVILLE, La. – The Louisiana National Guard promoted Guardsman Jason Paul Mahfouz to the rank of brigadier general during an official ceremony at Louisiana National Guard Training Center Pineville’s post theater, July 13. Brig. Gen. Mahfouz is the assistant adjutant general – Army for the Louisiana National Guard...
Louisiana Versus Litter: The Litter Hotline
It's no surprise that Shreveport has been in a battle against litter, earlier this year Shreveport Police Department announced they had made their first litter-related arrest. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser, along with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF), and Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) are launching a statewide program to fight back against litter. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser says "We are ramping up litter enforcement in Louisiana with support from the State Police, Wildlife and Fisheries agents, and local law enforcement. It's important that we educate those guilty of littering and work together to keep Louisiana Beautiful."
Young Louisiana Innovator Develops Revolutionary Method to Purify Water from Microplastics Using Okra Juice
Ruston, LA – Vennela Malireddy, a promising sophomore from Caddo Magnet High School, has made significant strides in environmental science by developing an innovative method to remove microplastics from water using okra juice. This groundbreaking research was conducted at Louisiana Tech University’s Advanced Material Research Lab under the guidance of Associate Professor Dr. Shaurav Alam and doctoral engineering student Tulie Chakma.
Louisiana Police Officer Charged With DWI After Crash That Left Child Hurt
The Baton Rouge Police Department has confirmed that an officer was charged with a DWI after a crash in West Feliciana Parish on Sunday left a child injured. Louisiana State Police responded to the crash on U.S. 61, north of La. Highway 10 in the evening on Sunday, July 14, 2024.
Police arrest suspect in shooting that killed one person in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – A man was arrested in connection with a shooting where one person died on Saturday, July 13. Christen Baker, 18, was charged with second degree murder and illegal use of a weapon. The shooting happened in the 1700 block of North Harco Drive and took the life of Javezz Dunn, 25, BRPD said.
TPSO: 3-year-old dead after accidentally shooting himself
HAMMOND, La. (WAFB) - A 3-year-old boy is dead after accidentally shooting himself in the face with a gun. According to the Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Office, reports of shots fired came from a home around 1 p.m. on Red Fox Drive in Hammond. It was reported that a toddler had gotten ahold of a gun and accidentally shot himself in the face.
Two Injured, One Seriously After Pair of Accidents During Lafayette Rush Hour
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - One man was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries after the truck he was driving hit the back of an AWS dump truck just after 8:00 a.m. Wednesday Morning. It happened in the 3800 block of Ambassador Caffery Parkway near its intersection with Robley Drive.
Louisiana Costco Shoppers Not Thrilled with Food Court Change
If you Google the question "How many Costco stores are there in Louisiana" you will find out that, according to "the Google" there are three locations of the giant warehouse-style retailer. Lafayette has a Costco. Baton Rouge has a Costco. And New Orleans has a Costco too, the New Orleans location is supposed to be something special but I have never been so we will take the Internet's word for it.
Louisiana Storm Threat Grows as ‘Cold Front’ Pushes Into State
Viewers of KSLA Television in Shreveport witnessed a rather strange event during the television station's noon broadcast on Wednesday. It was on that broadcast that a man with unusually high hair uttered two words that just don't make sense in Louisiana during the month of July. I actually saw this with my own eyes and heard Austin Evans, that's the high hair guy, say the words "Cold Front".
Louisiana Ticket Claims $230,000 in Wednesday Lottery Drawing
As an observer of lottery drawings in Louisiana, I feel obligated to suggest to those who want to strike it rich playing lottery games with the Louisiana Lottery should be participating in those games over the next week or so. The reason? Lady Luck appears to have moved back into Louisiana and she's apparently applying her "magic" to lottery tickets sold here in The Boot.
Louisiana Fans of Lululemon Made Aware of Concerning ‘Issue’
Fans of the style of clothing known as "athleisure" in Louisiana are quite familiar with the clothing line Lululemon. There are several places to purchase the brand's attire at stores in Louisiana. You can also find a large selection of their clothing online too. Fans of the brand like to...
Louisiana Fisherman Catches Enormous Record Breaking Alligator Gar
A Louisiana fisherman recently set a new Toledo Bend fishing record by catching an absolutely massive alligator gar weighing in at almost 300lbs. Toledo Bend is one of the largest man-made reservoirs in the United States, covering approximately 185,000 acres and stretching over 65 miles. Known for its abundant fish...
Here are 4 new songs from Louisiana artists to listen to this month
Louisiana-connected artists continue to crank out new tunes. Here's a look at four singles — two country and one each in the soul and pop-rock genres — released so far this summer. Timothy Wayne. “God Made A Country Boy”. An aspiring country singer and LSU student majoring in...
Scattered storms to last several days
Starting today, a stormy pattern for Acadiana will last for several days and could bring heavy bouts of rain at times. A few coastal storms are possible this morning followed by widespread scattered storms during the afternoon as rain chances increase to 50-60%. Severe weather is not expected and the risk for flash flooding should […]
BOM Bank attended the Louisiana Bankers Association
BOM Bank attended the Louisiana Bankers Association’s Washington visit. Pictured left to right: Keith & Karen Miller, Daniel & Lacy Bennett, Ken & Shannon Hale, Jared & Renee Hicks, Daniel & Kristy Lonsberry, Sally & Tyler Murchison. To report an issue or typo with this article – CLICK HERE...
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