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Adam Smith up for $100,000 raise as No. 2 in Baton Rouge schools: See contract details here
After getting passed over to become the new Baton Rouge schools superintendent, Adam Smith is in line to get a very nice consolation prize: A $100,000 pay raise to serve in the new role of deputy superintendent. Under his proposed contract, released Wednesday, Smith would earn $235,000 a year, making...
Louisiana’s Kelsey Anderson’s Dad Joins First Season Of ‘The Golden Bachelorette’
Louisiana was proudly represented by Kelsey Anderson on Season 28 of 'The Bachelor.' Kelsey got the final rose from her now finance, Joey Graziadei, and was the fan favorite the entire season. While fans of the show fell in love with Kelsey and Joey, her father actually stole the show when he appeared during Kelsey's hometown visit.
Louisiana legislators involved in the push for additional colon cancer screenings for high risk patients
SHREVEPORT, La. - Congressional leaders from Louisiana are pushing for a major change in Medicare. It would allow certain patients at high risk of developing colon cancer to get a colon screening every five years rather than ten. The push to pass the early detection screening legislation falls under President...
Knox Menswear: A New, Locally-owned Menswear Boutique Is Opening Soon In Lafayette
A new, locally-owned menswear boutique, called Knox Menswear, is opening soon at The Bend at Settlers, located at 500 Settlers Trace Blvd Suite 11. Founded to meet the growing demand for modern, functional menswear in Lafayette, Knox Menswear offers a range of top brands, including 7DIAMONDS, Travis Mathew, and Mizzen+Main. Each piece is selected for its premium materials and fit, ensuring that customers not only look their best but feel their best too.
Congressman Higgins to Hold Town Hall in New Iberia
LAFAYETTE, LA (August 13, 2024) – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced that he will hold a town hall meeting in New Iberia on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Congressman Higgins will answer questions and discuss his work in Congress and issues facing South Louisiana. The event is open to the public.
CRIME STOPPERS: Man wanted for attempted second-degree murder
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Detectives with the Baton Rouge Police Department are searching for a man in connection to an altercation that happened on July 20. According to authorities, Fredrick Raby, 28, is wanted for attempted second-degree murder after he slashed an individual across the chest with a boxcutter during an argument. Officials say this happened in the 2300 block of Jefferson Avenue.
Suspect turns himself in after deadly shooting following domestic dispute, missing baby is safe
BATON ROUGE — The suspect in a deadly shooting Thursday morning has turned himself in, according to the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office. His name and charges have not been released at this time, but UWK has learned the suspect dropped off his baby to its grandmother before turning himself into the East Baton Rouge Constable’s Office. The baby is safe. The man is being questioned and charges could be pending.
2024 study: La. ranks No. 37 in sales tax
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Louisiana ranks No. 37 in sales tax, according to a July 2024 study by the Tax Foundation. A chart from the Louisiana Association of Tax Administrators shows that Monroe, Sterlington, West Monroe and both sides of Ouachita Parish have a total rate above 10% for each jurisdiction - including economic development districts.
Louisiana state superintendent calls for assertive discipline action in schools
Classes are set to begin soon for students in Louisiana. Before the beginning of school, Louisiana State Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley sent a letter calling for school system leaders to "recommit to assertive discipline action."
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