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This little-known inspection could save Louisiana homeowners big bucks on property insurance
With a flashlight in hand and sweat dripping down his face, Ashley Van der Meulen climbed over storage boxes in a scorching hot attic in Metairie methodically checking off a list of questions. What kind of nails are used to fasten down the roof? How far apart are they spaced?...
Mega Millions Win Confirmed by Louisiana Lottery
If you were to ask a "man on the street" question to random adults walking the streets of Lafayette, Baton Rouge, or New Orleans Louisiana about lottery games to play the overwhelming reply would be Powerball. That game has woven its brand into pop culture through the years. But, the game you should be paying attention to, at least for the next few days is Mega Millions.
Supreme Court denies stays of Title IX changes to protect LGBTQ students in 10 states
The Supreme Court refused to hear arguments regarding stays of federal Title IX changes made by the Biden-Harris administration to protect LGBTQ students that 10 states successfully challenged in federal courts.
Office Manager for EBR Mayor-President dies after car struck tree, caught fire
BATON ROUGE - A staffer with the East Baton Rouge Office of the Mayor-President died, according to a statement from Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, Simone Pillette, 26, was driving her vehicle on I-12 eastbound around 1 a.m. Sunday when the front driver side tire of her vehicle collided with the rear tire of a Jeep. Pillette's vehicle veered off the roadway, struck a tree and caught fire.
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office arrest two people after drug investigation
PONCHATOULA, La. — Two people were arrested in Ponchatoula after a drug investigation Friday. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office arrested Jasmane Jones, 36, and Mayha Tucker, 26 during a two-month-long investigation with assistance from Hammond Police and Ponchatoula Police. TPSO says a search was conducted at the home on 4th...
Bulldogs Look to Take on ULL in Another In-state Matchup
RUSTON, La. – The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs soccer will head down to Lafayette to face another in-state foe in the ULL Ragin Cajuns. The Bulldogs look to get in the win column after a 0-0 tie with Nicholls on Thursday. DATE/TIME: Sunday, August 18, 7 p.m. CT. LOCATION: Lafayette,...
Chicken Nuggets/Tenders Recalled – What Louisiana Should Know
The Food Safety Inspection Service of the United States Department of Agriculture has a word of caution for Louisiana shoppers in Shreveport, Lafayette, New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Alexandria. In fact, any place in the state where ready-to-eat chicken nuggets and chicken tenders are sold frozen and ready to heat and eat should pay attention to this recall notice.
Louisiana Ranks In The Top 5 Poorest States In The USA
The economic landscape of the United States varies significantly from one state to another, influenced by factors such as industry presence, education levels, and local policies. While some states boast robust economies and high income levels, others face persistent economic challenges. This article explores the ten poorest states in the...
Louisiana Residents Urged to Update Social Security Info
SHREVEPORT, LA - Louisiana residents should not ignore the latest information from the Social Security Administration. You probably got an email message from the agency this month. It's real and is not a scam. What Does the Social Security Want?. You are being asked to update your online Social Security...
New Report Names Louisiana as Worst State to Live In
Sadly, Louisiana has made the wrong end of another list. We didn't even have Mississippi to prevent us from scraping the bottom. The personal finance website WalletHub has released its report on 2024's Best States to Live In and Louisiana ranked 50th. What was the methodology for making the Best...
Baton Rouge: Double shooting on interstate leaves one dead
BATON ROUGE —- It was just before midnight when a double shooting on Interstate 110 left a 22-year-old man dead. It happened just before 12 a.m. on Interstate 110 northbound near the Government St. exit. Two men were in a vehicle when another vehicle pulled up and shot off...
El Dorado Insider fall issue available
The City of El Dorado has released a new comprehensive dining guide focusing on food, festivals and seasonal fun. The El Dorado Insider Fall Guide includes the 2024 El Dorado Dining Guide, featuring more than 75 places to dine out. The dining guide includes an article on DP’s Food Truck Park, a look at South-of-the-border selections in El Dorado and a section called Order Up! -- personal profiles highlighting local waitstaff and their recommendations for dining out.
VOTE: North Louisiana preseason fan’s choice volleyball Player of Year ballot has 16 choices
Sixteen players, one each from 16 volleyball teams in North Louisiana, have been placed on the 2024 Shreveport Times Fan’s Choice Volleyball Preseason Player of the Year ballot. Supporters of the schools and athletes can visit shreveporttimes.com to vote for the athlete of their choosing. Voting will conclude Aug. 23 with the winner...
Jim Beam column:Leave new bridge money alone
The Louisiana Legislature faces a $587 million shortfall for the 2025-26 fiscal year and has some alternatives for closing the gap. One of those alternatives could impact some financing for the new Interstate 10 bridge here over the Calcasieu River. A 0.45% increase in the 4% state sales tax in 2018 solved a previous budget […]
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