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Geismar resident pushing back on proposed regional sewage plant location
GEISMAR, La. (WAFB) - Residents in Ascension Parish are pushing back on a proposed location for a regional sewer plant that would back up to some neighborhoods. This began when parish officials sold all of the parish’s sewer assets to the National Water Infrastructure (NWI). The regional sewer plant would consolidate 72 existing treatment plants that are currently located in neighborhoods and direct them to one regional plant. It would remove around 3.5 million gallons of water from local ditches and waterways to be treated at the new plant and then released into the Mississippi River.
LPSO: Car burglary suspect found hiding under pile of logs
LIVINGSTON PARISH, La. (WAFB) - Deputies in Livingston Parish said they arrested a car burglary suspect after finding him hiding in a field under a pile of logs. According to the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office, the suspect has been identified as Lewis Lemon, 34, of Denham Springs. Deputies said...
Denham Springs man suspected of vehicle thefts arrested after attempting to flee from police
ALBANY — A suspected Denham Springs vehicle burglar was arrested Tuesday after fleeing from police, Livingston Parish deputies said. Lewis Lemon, 34, was arrested and processed into the Livingston Parish Detention Center on burglary charges. Deputies said Lemon was also arrested on other charges but did not specify, stating that the investigation is still ongoing.
Around Zachary for July 24, 2024
The Blood Center donation bus will be in front of Lane Regional Medical Center, 6300 Main St., Zachary, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday, July 29. A news release said the area has a severe blood shortage and is facing a critical need of all blood types. Donors should...
Zachary Rotary announces new president Heather Prejean
At the Zachary Rotary Luncheon on July 11, outgoing President Daniel Gomez passed the baton to the newly appointed President Heather Prejean, who will lead the Zachary Rotary Club for the 2024-25 term. Prejean brings extensive leadership experience from her previous role as the director of the Zachary Chamber of...
Water valve leak raises concerns for neighbors amid call for conservation
Conserving water—it’s crucial especially during summer when heat and drought are at their worst. But residents are saying that’s not the case after a water valve leak has been going on for weeks.
‘I had did that to them’: Mother says she was on drugs when she killed her 4-year-old, abandoned her 1-year-old
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC/Gray News) - A mother accused of killing one child and abandoning another along the interstate made a shocking confession to KPLC as she returned in Louisiana. Aaliyah Jack, 25, of Lake Charles, arrived from Mississippi and was booked into Calcasieu Correctional Center on Saturday afternoon. Cameras...
‘The Ladies Man’ to Make Appearance in Lafayette in September
Lafayette Comedy continues to bring some of the biggest names in stand-up comedy and they've a good one coming to town in September as Tim Meadows will be performing a couple of shows. The comedian-actor will be appearing at Club 337 in the Doubletree Hotel in Lafayette on Saturday, September...
The Truth About the Six-Foot Shark Caught in Red River
A couple weeks ago, from July 7-13, Discovery Channel celebrated their annual "Shark Week" and again this year, millions of Americans tuned in. This year's celebration was wildly successful and according to thefutoncritic.com firmly ranked the network #1 in primetime in key demographics for the week. With our obvious attraction...
Louisiana Residents Urged to Update Social Security Info
SHREVEPORT, LA - Louisiana residents should not ignore the latest information from the Social Security Administration. You probably got an email message from the agency this month. It's real and is not a scam. What Does the Social Security Want?. You are being asked to update your online Social Security...
Buckeye native and retired major general inducted to La. Guard Hall of Fame
The following has been provided by the Louisiana National Guard:. Retired Army Maj. Gen. Glenn H. Curtis was joined by his family, close friends and service members as they celebrated his induction into the Louisiana National Guard Hall of Fame during an official ceremony at Louisiana National Guard Training Center Pineville, Louisiana, July 13.
Good News If You Are Looking to Buy a Home in Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, LA – The real estate market has been hot across the region, but higher interest rates have slowed things down a bit. There’s some really good news if you are in the market for a home in Louisiana these days. Supply of homes is one of the...
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.
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