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Landry ally makes push for Louisiana constitutional convention as fall election deadline nears
The push for a constitutional convention before the fall election is not over yet. A Republican megadonor and Gov. Jeff Landry ally is making a pitch to lawmakers on a framework for constitutional changes.
You Won’t Believe The Salary Needed To Survive As A Single Person In Louisiana!
Without a doubt, the economy is still in rough shape, and there is no indication that things will get any better very soon. The persistently high cost of groceries, a slowly expanding GDP, and inflation that is gradually rising are all contributing to Americans' anxiety. As a result of having fewer savings than before, more people are turning to credit card debt in order to pay for necessities.
OMV Audit: Field office staff failed to process vision screenings in Cenla
According to the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles, a recent internal audit revealed that field office staff failed to process vision screenings to about 2,600 residents applying for driver’s licenses in the Alexandria area.
Back to School Bash Thursday in Rapides Parish, Alexandria, Louisiana
The Rapides Parish School Board in Alexandria, Louisiana has announced that the Back to School Bash will take place this Thursday. Source: Rapides Parish School Board | Alexandria LA. Source Type: School. Source Location: Alexandria. AI Technology was used to summarize content in this article. LocalSource AI does not generate...
Still no answers from Plaquemine officials on high utility bills
PLAQUEMINE - The City of Plaquemine is still trying to sort out a utility problem after multiple residents complained about inaccurate and high bills. 2 On Your Side reported on the high rates at the beginning of July. City officials said the issue was resolved, but residents lined up at the podium with their bills on Tuesday night during a special meeting called by Mayor Ed Reeves, who was not in attendance.
Bismillah Groceries and Kitchen on Congress Street in Lafayette set to close
LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — Bismillah Groceries and Kitchen on Congress Street in Lafayette is shutting its doors. According to a post on social media, the business plans to close at the end of July.
Food Network’s ‘The Great Food Truck Race’ Comes To Lake Charles, Louisiana
The Food Network came to Southwest Louisiana to film an episode of its popular reality show, 'The Great Food Truck Race,' featuring star chef and host Tyler Florence. This cooking competition, which started in 2010, comprised of six to nine teams to test their staying power in the challenging food truck industry.
New Sonny’s BBQ restaurant now open in Gonzales, serves beef, ribs, pork and more
GONZALES, La. (BRPROUD) – A new barbecue restaurant softly opened in Gonzales this week. Sonny’s BBQ opened at 781 W. Louisiana 30 on Monday, July 15. The restaurant announced on social media that it would be serving in-person guests and would not be taking orders over the phone or online at this time.
Houma man arrested for drug and weapon charges following traffic stop in Bourg
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the arrest of a Houma man, in connection with a traffic stop investigation. Shawn David Jennies, 37, was arrested for traffic related offenses, along with multiple charges of drug possession, in connection with the incident. On July 14th, shortly after 10:30pm, members of the...
A Louisiana man called police and said he was robbed. They ended up arresting him instead.
A man who called 911 to complain that he had been robbed at gunpoint at an Assumption Parish home ended up being arrested after investigators learned that, instead, he had swung a knife at several people there, who had to subdue him, the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office said. Deputies were...
Former LSUE standout Kole Myers of Jennings drafted in 9th round by Dodgers
EUNICE, La. — Kole Myers became the latest former LSU Eunice standout to hear his name called in the MLB Draft as the outfielder was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the ninth round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Monday. Myers has spent the last two seasons...
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