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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.
Sunflowers are the stars at Cross Bucks Preserve near Jackson
A variety of colorful sunflowers with bumblebees and butterflies under blues skies and sunshine was the scene for the final you-pick party held on July 13 at Southern Cross Bucks Preserve near Jackson in East Feliciana Parish. In addition to the traditional yellow sunflowers, visitors were able to see and...
Nine states approved bills related to noncitizen voting, voters in eight states will consider ballot measures this November
Nine states, including seven with Republican trifectas, have enacted legislation this year related to the eligibility of noncitizens to vote. In total, voters in eight states will consider ballot measures related to noncitizen voting at the November general election. In Louisiana, SB 436 requires proof of citizenship for voter registration...
The far-right fuss over voter rolls isn’t about election integrity. It’s an effort to suppress.
If you’re to believe the far right, our voter rolls face constant peril from the threat of ill-willed hackers, nefarious foreign conspirators and evil villains that make James Bond’s various nemeses look like Teletubbies. I could argue that Teletubbies are actually evil in their own way, but the point is that Republican leaders from Congress […] The post The far-right fuss over voter rolls isn’t about election integrity. It’s an effort to suppress. appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Man rams deputy’s vehicle during pursuit, authorities say
EAST FELICIANA PARISH, La. (WAFB) - A man has been arrested following a law enforcement pursuit in which he allegedly rammed a deputy’s vehicle in East Feliciana Parish, authorities said. The man has been identified by the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff’s Office as Benjamin Bailey, 32. Deputies said he...
After being evicted after moving out of apartment, man receives help from 2 On Your Side
BATON ROUGE - A man who was evicted after he moved out is getting some help from 2 On Your Side. Kentrell Valentine was evicted after he cleaned up and left his apartment. He had no idea about the eviction and also owed several hundred dollars. Someone saw his story with Brittany Weiss and offered to help out.
Firefighters protect home in Monday fire
BOGUE CHITTO — Volunteer Firefighters from Lincoln and Pike Counties protected a home from a nearby carport fire Monday afternoon. No one was injured in the fire on US51 South. Bogue Chitto, Hog Chain and Summit Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the call. Bogue Chitto VFD Chief Blake Wallace said two cars were fully engulfed […] The post Firefighters protect home in Monday fire appeared first on Daily Leader.
Zachary restaurant up for sale on Main Street, listing says
ZACHARY, La. (BRPROUD) — The building that a popular Zachary restaurant was located at is on the market. Asian Pearl, 4641 Main St. in Zachary, is listed on the market for $600,000, according to Commercial Exchange. According to the listing, the restaurant’s list date was May 16, 2024.
Man arrested with drugs, gun after running from traffic stop in Port Allen
PORT ALLEN - A man was arrested after running from a traffic stop and trying to hide inside a storage shed behind a Port Allen home. The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office said 42-year-old Ihab Mustafa of Baton Rouge was driving recklessly near the intersection of Court Street and Lobdell Highway. Deputies said Mustafa had a handgun and drugs.
FOOTBALL: Lewis Claims FCS Football Central Preseason All-America Honors
HAMMOND, La. – Southeastern Louisiana University senior wide receiver/punt returner Darius Lewis represented the Lion football team on the FCS Football Central Preseason All-America Team released Monday. Lewis was a second team selection at punt returner. The New Orleans native is one of three Southland Conference student-athletes on the...
BASEBALL: Eight Lions Competing in Summer Leagues
HAMMOND, La. – The Southeastern Louisiana University baseball team has eight student-athletes honing their skills, playing for a collegiate summer league team. Senior catcher Bailyn Sorensen is spending the summer in Canada, playing for the Saskatoon Berries of the Western Canada Baseball League. Three players are in Florida. Sophomore...
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