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How back-to-back hurricanes set off a year of compounding disasters for one city − and alarm bells about risks in a warming world
A National Academies report finds crucial lessons for everyone’s disaster planning and recovery in a town hit hard by two hurricanes, downpours and deep freezes, all in the midst of a pandemic.
Louisiana TV Anchor Cleared of Child Solicitation Allegations
Each of Louisiana's largest cities has a television station that serves that community. In larger cities such as New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Alexandria, Monroe, and Lake Charles there are multiple television outlets that serve not only the information needs of those communities but they provide a free source of entertainment as well.
Louisiana Official Assures High Speed Internet Coming To All
Is it a case of "business as usual" or is Louisiana truly committed to providing a source of high-speed internet to everyone?. In a recent interview with the Louisiana Radio Network, Louisiana Director of the State Office of Broadband Development Veneeth Iyengar said, “I can’t stress the importance of the development of broadband and how it needs to go to every single nook and cranny of the state and how it impacts both workforce development and economic development.”
Sowela offering free CDL training in September
Sowela’s Office of Workforce Solutions offers a 7-week CDL Training program, with class beginning Monday, Sept. 23. Thanks to a generous grant, tuition for the September course has been waived. Spots are limited and available on a first-come-first-served basis. The Class A license training program is a comprehensive 245-hour classroom and behind-the-wheel program. The curriculum […]
British energy giant reports violating toxic pollutant limits at Louisiana wood pellet facilities
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — British energy giant Drax Global, already under scrutiny for running afoul of environmental laws in multiple states, has disclosed to the state of Louisiana that its wood pellet production facilities emit hazardous air pollutants above their permitted limits. Drax is a key provider for British utilities and one of the renewable […]
Jim Beam column:Don’t tinker with civil service
The state’s classified civil service employees came close during the recent legislative session of losing the job protections they currently enjoy. Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jay Morris, R-West Monroe, would have made major changes in the civil service system. Daniel E. Sullivan, executive vice president of the Louisiana Civil Service League, in a letter to […]
East Allen boil advisory canceled
ELTON, La. (KPLC) - East Allen Waterworks officials have canceled the precautionary boil advisory for its customers. Repairs were made to the leak around 3:30 p.m. yesterday, August 13, which allowed the system to recover before losing water pressure or water access.
Dutchtown Middle student dies after medical emergency at school Wednesday
GEISMAR - An eighth grader at Dutchtown Middle died after having a medical emergency at school Wednesday. A spokesperson for Ascension Parish Schools said the student had a medical emergency while on campus and was taken to a hospital where they later passed away. In a letter sent to parents,...
Louisiana Parents Call for Change as Viral Post Highlights Excessive Homework in Schools
A heartfelt Facebook post by Cassi Nelson has struck a chord with parents across Louisiana, particularly in Lafayette and surrounding areas, as the new school year gets underway. The post, which has been shared over 6,000 times and grabbed nearly 400 comments, has ignited a conversation about the growing concern over the amount of homework being assigned to young students.
SWLA Arrest Report - August 13, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for August 13, 2024. Sherry Coffer Ardoin, 57, Lake Charles: Possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; possession of a Schedule II drug. Chester Wayne Johnson, 40, Sulphur: Property damage under $50,000; resisting an officer; theft under $5,000; property...
State trying to expand broadband without doing damage
Broadband, high-speed internet companies are using federal tax dollars to expand access across the state, often boring into municipal sewer, water and even electrical utility “lines” in the process. Now there is more federal money on the way, more companies who want a piece of it and a smaller window to get the work done. […]
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