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Craigslist fraudster who fled to Romania returned to Lafayette, sentenced in federal court
A Romanian citizen who was living illegally in the Lafayette area has been sentenced in federal court in connection with a scheme that defrauded online buyers out of more than $700,000. Dorin Munteanu Racu, also known as Adrian Ciobanu, 41, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Maurice Hicks Jr., Western...
Terrebonne Young Achiever Awards Celebrate Outstanding Contributions to the Community
The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce presented the Terrebonne Young Achiever Awards at the July General Membership Luncheon. The awards, sponsored by South Louisiana Bank, honor outstanding young professionals in the community for their remarkable achievements and contributions. The event showcased individuals who have made a significant impact through their career accomplishments, community service, and dedication to shaping a brighter future for our region.
Official opening of West Bank Spray Park set for July 30
The St. Charles Parish Department of Parks and Recreation will celebrate the opening of its new West Bank Spray Park with a ribbon cutting and remarks from parish officials at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, at 274 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway in Luling. The West Bank Spray Park is a 4,635-square-foot facility with more than […] The post Official opening of West Bank Spray Park set for July 30 appeared first on L'Observateur.
Confirmed: West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquitoes in South Louisiana
As we are in the middle of summer, residents of south Louisiana are being urged to take precautions against West Nile Virus following recent tests that detected the virus in mosquitoes in Iberia Parish. The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has issued a warning about the increased risk of mosquito-borne illnesses in Acadiana.
Lack of Broadband May Be Stifling Rural Louisiana Business
(TNS) — The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe hosted its third annual Louisiana Rural Economic Development conference in Marksville. Speakers ranged from the state Commissioner of Agricultural and Forestry, Mike Strain, to rural educators. During Monday's conference, high-speed broadband Internet and its necessity for modern life and business were central topics. Broadband...
Louisiana’s role in NASA’s upcoming moon mission; Baton Rouge painter on the relationship between art and health
The push to unionize auto plants in the South appears to have lost momentum. This comes after a big loss in May when workers at a Mercedes factory rejected joining the United Auto Workers. Stephan Bisaha of the Gulf States Newsroom visited the UAW’s campaign in Montgomery, Alabama to learn...
Louisiana cities allege environmental damage from lead-wrapped cables in lawsuit against telecoms
One parish and two south Louisiana cities have filed a proposed class action lawsuit against two telecom giants accusing them of failing to remove deteriorating lead-wrapped cables that they say are causing severe environmental damage. The issue has gained prominence nationally and sparked a variety of lawsuits, particularly in the...
Buckeye native and retired major general inducted to La. Guard Hall of Fame
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. The LANG Hall of Fame was...
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