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Kenner crackdown on illegal license plates leads to arrest of man wanted for serious crimes
KENNER, La. — A traffic stop in Kenner has led to the arrest of a man wanted for serious crimes both locally and out of state. On Thursday, July 11, a traffic enforcement officer pulled over a vehicle in the 2900 block of West Esplanade for displaying a fraudulent license plate and registration, and for operating without a license.
Mandeville Middle School renamed in honor of Gayle Sloan
Mandeville Middle School was Gayle Sloan’s baby — that’s what speaker after speaker recalled on July 11 as former colleagues, students, parents and family members gathered in the school’s cafetorium to remember and honor the former St. Tammany school system superintendent, who died in 2023. Now...
New Orleans juice chain backed by Saints stars in legal brawl over control
Main Squeeze Juice Company, a New Orleans-based juice and smoothie franchise chain which counts two former Saints stars among its owners, has become embroiled in a legal tussle with its Arizona-based financial backers for control of the company. The company's majority owner, Conscious Capital Growth, a private investment firm based...
Copeland’s Announces Completion of Slidell Restaurant Renovation
SLIDELL, La (press release) – Copeland’s of New Orleans announces the renovation of its Slidell location. This beloved location maintains its original charm while offering a refreshed dining experience. The $1.4 million renovation on the 8,900-square-foot building follows the successful renovations of the Covington and Kenner locations, showcasing Copeland’s commitment to providing an enhanced dining experience for its guests.
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.
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...
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.
Lafayette faces a public worker shortage because of low wages. Will a 30% pay increase help?
Michael Alexander's gaze drifted to a clock as he wiped sweat from his forehead on a hot July afternoon at the downtown bus depot. The city bus was more than an hour late, he said, but that's become a normal part of his routine. On this day, he's waiting for a ride back to his home near Louisiana Avenue after visiting his doctor's office on Pinhook Road.
Guilty pleas entered in 23rd Judicial District Court July 8-12
DONALDSONVILLE, La. (WAFB) - The 23rd Judicial District Court announced the following guilty pleas entered during the week of July 8-12, 2024:. 1. Christopher Watkins, Westwego, LA, age 40, pled guilty to Simple Burglary (8 counts) and was sentenced to 5 years with the Louisianan Department of Corrections with credit for time served.
Former NFL Player Jacoby Jones Has Died — What to Know About His Son and Family
Former NFL player Jacoby Jones has died at the age of 40. The Baltimore Ravens alum was best known for leading the team to a Super Bowl victory against the San Francisco 49ers in 2013. Upon learning of Jacoby's untimely death, the NFL released a statement on X that "His light, energy, and presence will be so missed."The New Orleans, La. native is remembered by his mother, Emily, and his son. Here's what to know about Jacoby's son and what his family has said in the wake of his death.Who is Jacoby Jones's son?Jacoby retired from the NFL in 2017....
School Board raises teacher pay, but not its own
CENTERVILLE -- The St. Mary Parish School Board on Thursday enacted a new pay scale for staff members, incorporating a recently approved $1,500 annual raise for teachers. But board members won't be getting a raise after a proposed $200 monthly boost failed to get the required two-thirds vote. Also at...
A new logistics park is being developed in Ascension Parish
Two Louisiana-based firms—JRE Capital and Ratcliff Development—are partnering to develop a new logistics park on 186 acres of farmland in Geismar. Located along Interstate 10 in the heart of Louisiana’s chemical corridor, Magnolia Ridge Logistics Park will offer access to major metros as well as key transportation hubs like the Port of Greater Baton Rouge, the Port of New Orleans and the Port of South Louisiana.
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