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New Louisiana law creates barriers for new voters
With the 2024 presidential election just around the corner, the deadline to register to vote also approaches. Despite the urgency of the matter, voter registration materials are hard to find at Tulane University due to a new Louisiana law that restricts the holding of voter registration events. Gov. Jeff Landry...
Impact of Louisiana’s new gun laws; How LSU is using AI to monitor athletes’ health
Louisiana’s new permitless/constitutional-carry firearm law went into effect in July– a win for gun rights advocates, but causing some consternation in urban areas where gun violence is a major concern. Especially in New Orleans, which previously was able to enforce a non-gun zone around the French Quarter. James...
A Louisiana program has recycled millions of oyster shells. It’s now expanding to a new city.
Louisiana's only large-scale oyster shell recycling program is expanding to Baton Rouge, helping to create more living shorelines instead of landfill pileup. Through the initiative run by the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL), local restaurants collect their used oyster shells and the program returns them to the water. New reefs created by the shells promote oyster growth and other aquatic life, while slowing erosion and minimizing storm surge. In turn, local restaurants can benefit from a tax incentive and participation in a sustainable initiative.
Mrs. Lue T. Smith celebrates her 104th birthday
DERIDDER, La. (KPLC) - 104 years of life. Today, Mrs. Lue T. Smith was surrounded by her family and community members as she celebrated a milestone birthday. “I’m enjoying my birthday fine, and I’m thankful to God,” Smith said. ”And how old are you today?” 7News asked. ”104,” Smith said.
Pineville announces construction of new apartment complex
PINEVILLE, La. (KALB) - The City of Pineville has announced the construction of a new apartment complex in the city. Construction for the new Live Oak Village Apartments began in August 2024 and is set to be completed in April 2025. The complex will be located at 4137 Highway 28...
Concordia Parish resolution to explore parish president form of government does not pass
VIDALIA, La. — The Concordia Parish Police Jury voted not to adopt a resolution that would explore a new form of government during its Monday meeting. Resolution No. 9, which was authored by Louisiana House Rep. C. Travis Johnson III, states that the Concordia Parish Police Jury will appoint a committee to conduct a feasibility […] The post Concordia Parish resolution to explore parish president form of government does not pass appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
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