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Louisiana Crowned as One of the Least Eco-Friendly States
Louisiana has had some problems with keeping the state clean and green, going as far as recently launching an anti-litter hotline in an attempt to combat litter problems. Well, a new study from WalletHub doesn't help the state's appearance as it shines more of a light on Louisiana's environmental problems. WalletHub released a study in which each state is ranked based on how eco-friendly they are.
USPS Announcement: Massive Mailing Changes Impacting Louisiana Residents Now In Effect!
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is extremely vital to many people in Louisiana for a variety of purposes, from sending and receiving letters and packages to getting mail including bills and other crucial papers. But USPS has announced organizational changes that will soon impact mail services for citizens of Louisiana.
Weather Service Raises Flood Risk for Louisiana Tuesday
The National Weather Service Doppler Radar scan out of Lake Charles Louisiana has much of the I-10 corridor in a "dry space". That's not too unexpected for the wee small hours of a July day. But unlike a typical July day in Louisiana that includes a small risk of afternoon showers, today will almost certainly bring the entire region at least some rainfall.
BRPD: 1 injured in shooting off Scenic Highway
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating a shooting off Scenic Highway that left one person injured on Monday afternoon, July 22. According to BRPD, officers responded just after 2 p.m. to reports of a shooting in the 900 block of Marsh Street near Kingfisher Avenue.
Overturned vehicle on I-10 eastbound at Nicholson Drive cleared from road
BATON ROUGE - A crash left a vehicle overturned on Interstate 10 on Tuesday morning. The vehicle has since been cleared from the roadway. The crash happened around 10:30 a.m. on I-10 eastbound near the Nicholson exit and the I-110 split. It was not immediately clear what led to the...
Another crash snarls traffic on I-10 east entering Baton Rouge; here's what we know
For the second day in a row, Interstate 10 eastbound became a traffic nightmare for drivers coming across the Mississippi River Bridge into Baton Rouge after an accident closed lanes on Tuesday. The right two lanes were closed, at about 11:30 a.m. near where I-10 and I-110 merge, before reopening...
Louisiana Living: Health and Wellness Expo
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Today on Louisiana Living, guest host Staci-Albritton Mitchell is joined by Dr. Shweta Sharan and Katrina Branson as they discuss the upcoming Health and Wellness Expo. For more information, watch the video below.
Woman accused of arson at apartment
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A woman is facing charges for allegedly starting a fire at an apartment complex off Nicholson Drive. According to the Baton Rouge Fire Department, officials arrested Amy Ann Stokes, 52, and charged her with aggravated arson and entering or remaining after being forbidden for a fire that happened in the 4700 block of Tigerland Avenue on Sunday, June 9.
BRCC receives grant to expand trade skills education
BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Community College has received a grant from Lowe's to expand its trade education opportunities. The community college was one of 11 schools selected to receive support from the Lowe's Foundation's Gable Grants Program. The program awarded BRCC $850,000 to establish a new plumbing training program and building an outdoor lab where students can experience real trade work scenarios and hone their practical skills.
New Report Shows Louisiana Is One of the Fastest-Shrinking States – Where Is Everyone Moving To?
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - Louisiana is shrinking at a faster rate than more than 40 other states, according to a new report out today. U-Haul, the rental company that specializes in moving vans and trailers, released its annual report on which states have the most people making one-way rentals, and the Bayou State is near the very bottom.
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