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Woman's Hospital holds ribbon-cutting for Louisiana's first inpatient mental health unit solely dedicated to pregnant, postpartum, and post-pregnant women
BATON ROUGE --- This week, Woman’s Hospital celebrated the opening of the brand new Perinatal Mental Health Unit (PMHU) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that included Woman’s President and CEO Rene Ragas, Gov. Jeff Landry, Louisiana Surgeon General Dr. Ralph Abraham, LDH Secretary Michael Harrington, state lawmakers, elected officials and a host of hospital, community and business leaders. Woman’s PMHU is Louisiana’s first inpatient mental health unit solely dedicated to serving the specialized needs of women who are pregnant, up to one year postpartum or have suffered a pregnancy loss within the last year. Patients will start being admitted in September.
Sen. Cassidy column: We owe our veterans the best care we can deliver
In July, New Orleans hosted the 43rd National Veteran Wheelchair Games organized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Paralyzed Veterans of America. As I participated in the games’ ceremonies, I saw the magic of rehabilitation coupled with faith for our wounded veterans. But it’s not just physical scars our veterans need […]
1 dead, another in critical condition after shooting inside Lafayette business on Louisiana Avenue; victim identified
LAFAYETTE, La. (LPD) — The Lafayette Police Department received a 911 call regarding several shots being fired inside of a nearby business located in the 1000 block of Louisiana Avenue Around 9:15 a.m. Officers arrived on scene and located two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced...
One dead, five injured after house explosion in Ragley
RAGLEY, La. (KPLC) - The Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s (SFM) Office is currently investigating a house explosion that took place this morning that left one person dead and five injured. SFM Public Affairs Director Ashley Rodrigue says Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies assisted firefighters from Beauregard Fire District No....
Louisiana Bar Foundation, Louisiana Pharmacists Association appoint board members
The Louisiana Bar Foundation recently installed its board of directors for 2024-25. Retired Ninth Judicial District Judge John C. Davidson, of Alexandria, is president. Davidson was elected as a district judge in 2004 and retired in September 2023. He began his private practice in New Orleans, working in the areas of complex commercial litigation and bankruptcy. Davidson moved to Alexandria in 1992 and continued his practice in the areas of commercial litigation, general defense work, personal injury and domestic law. He earned his law degree from the LSU Law Center, where he was order of the coif and a member of Louisiana Law Review.
Jim Beam column:Solar energy takes centerstage
While solar energy is being embraced in many parts of the country, the Louisiana Illuminator in an Aug. 26 report said it hasn’t enjoyed the same warm welcome in Louisiana. That was clearly evident at a recent meeting of the Calcasieu Parish Planning and Zoning Board. The board met to take action on a request […]
Alexandria Offers Free Brownfield Assessments for Commercial Properties
The City of Alexandria, Louisiana is offering a Brownfield Assessment Phase I & II report for commercial property owners at no cost. The report covers environmental concerns such as asbestos, lead-based paint, underground petroleum tanks, and soil contamination. It is recommended to conduct the assessment before committing to a commercial property to avoid potential environmental clean-up costs in the future. The City of Alexandria can be reached at 318-449-5071 for more information or to schedule the assessment.
Grambling State University paves the way with Louisiana’s first Digital Library; how does it work?
GRAMBLING, La. (KTVE/KARD) – This year, Grambling State University became the first Historically Black University (HBCU) and the first university in Louisiana to have a Digital Library. The library comprises various study spaces, history murals, and several computers that give students access to global knowledge. The addition of the...
Three areas in Atlantic being monitored for potential tropical development
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is keeping its eyes on a few disturbances for potential tropical development, but it’s the one swirling a few hundred miles east of the Lesser Antilles in the Atlantic that is the primary focus for forecasters.
Louisiana Flash Flood Watch: Heavy Rain Threatens I-10/12 Corridor
New Orleans, LA – A flood watch remains in effect for southern Louisiana as heavy rainfall continues to threaten the region. The National Weather Service issued a warning for potential flash flooding along and south of the I-10/12 corridor, extending through the weekend. According to the National Weather Service,...
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