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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. […]
Startling Levels of Toxic Pollutant found in Louisiana
Louisiana is the most polluted state by far, soaring above every other state by nearly every measure. Louisiana was once found to have the most polluted waterways in the nation, and its cities were found to be incredibly polluted (luckily the Shreveport-Bossier City area has seen an increase in air quality over the last few years). Drax Global has recently disclosed to the state that the company's wood pellet production plants have been emitting hazardous air pollution, above the permitted limit.
Psychedelic therapy for PTSD treatment is rejected by FDA, Louisiana patient still has hope
In 1999, Lori Tipton’s brother overdosed and died while he was visiting her at Tulane in New Orleans. In 2005, Tipton’s mother murdered two women and killed herself. Tipton found the bodies. One month later, Hurricane Katrina rattled the coast and displaced Tipton from her home. In 2006,...
Entergy Louisiana’s grid resilience program to reduce the number, shorten duration of power outages underway
Brandon Scardigli | Special to the American Press Entergy Louisiana representatives and local officials gathered in Lake Charles today to mark the start of phase one of the company’s comprehensive grid resilience plan. The groundbreaking ceremony, set against a backdrop of bucket trucks and utility workers, heralds a new era of hardened infrastructure and accelerated, […]
New Baton Rouge restaurant serving ramen, rice bowls plans to open in September
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A new restaurant in Baton Rouge offering Japanese craft ramen is expected to open in September. According to restaurant management, Hikari Ramen will primarily serve ramen, a Japanese noodle dish typically served with hot broth, meat and vegetables. Tonkatsu Ramen, rice bowls and a rice burger are some items that will be on the Baton Rouge restaurant’s menu.
New Locations Announced For High School Football Kiwanis Jamboree Kickoff Event
If you're like most people around Acadiana, you know that high school football is almost a religion to some people in our area. Whether you went to a particular school or your child played for a particular team, you likely are ready to see the season begin. This year's 72nd...
Glass Half Full pours efforts into new facility after $6.5M funding round
Expansion plans for Louisiana-based recycler Glass Half Full are in full swing after a recent infusion of funding, the groundbreaking of a new facility and the launch of a new pilot program offering mixed recycling pickup services. The glass recycler recently announced a $6.5 million funding round led by Benson...
Bayou Lafourche reopens to boat traffic in oil spill area
An 8-mile stretch of Bayou Lafourche where thousands of barrels of crude oil spilled last month has been reopened to boat traffic, although the cleanup along the waterway continues. More than 34,000 gallons of crude oil leaked July 27 from the Crescent Midstream facility in Raceland after a valve was accidentally left open. A considerable […]
EBR Metro Council selects LaMont Cole’s replacement
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The East Baton Rouge Metro Council has selected Patricia Derozan to fill the District 7 council seat left vacant by LaMont Cole. Council members appointed Derozan at a meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 14. It was an 8-4 vote. Alfred Bell and Raushanah Hunter also applied...
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