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Tragic Louisiana Boating Accident Claims Two Lives, Several Others Injured
In a heartbreaking incident on the Tickfaw River, a boating accident early Sunday morning claimed the lives of two individuals and left several others injured. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is currently investigating this tragic event. According to FOX 8, The collision, involving a 25-foot pontoon boat and...
Louisiana Woman Turned Away from Local Steakhouse Over ‘Inappropriate Attire’
Y'Mine McClanahan was asked to leave Stab's Prime Steak and Seafood last week due to what the restaurant deemed "inappropriate attire." The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media and attracted significant public attention including a feature on Inside Edition. McClanahan visited Stab's for lunch with a friend,...
Baton Rouge software company Kologik acquired after filing for bankruptcy
Kologik, a Baton Rouge-based software company born out of the ashes of the once-prominent tech firm Thinkstream, has been acquired by Tennessee-based Greater Sum Ventures. The acquisition, which was finalized June 7, came shortly after Kologik filed for bankruptcy. Three separate entities—Kologik LLC, Kologik Capital LLC and Kologik Capital II...
LSU Football Adds 2026 OL Commit
Brian Kelly and the Tigers are adding another prospect to their 2026 recruiting class. Three-star offensive lineman Jalan Chapman has announced his commitment to LSU. The interior O-lineman from New Orleans chose the Tigers over other top programs such as Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee and USC. Chapman joins fellow Louisiana natives...
Power outage scheduled for some Jeff Davis Electric Co-Op customers
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Jeff Davis Electric Co-Op is advising customers that they will have a scheduled power outage on Tuesday, July 30. The outage is so that crews can work on 2 natural gas pipelines in the area. It will begin at 9 a.m. and is expected to last for about four hours.
LSU's Mikaylah Williams, Team USA punch ticket to FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup
While 31 former and current LSU athletes are in Paris competing in the Olympics, Tigers women’s basketball star Mikaylah Williams is representing the United States elsewhere. On Sunday, Williams helped lead Team USA to a victory in the Nations League Americas, scoring eight points in the first game of...
300 pairs of shoes given to students in Acadiana
LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — Delta Media and Service Chevrolet Cadillac teamed up over the weekend to give away 300 pairs of shoes to students in Acadiana. The shoes were distributed on Saturday, July 27. Organizers said the event aimed to help families with back-to-school expenses by making sure that...
The New Most Expensive Home for Sale in Lafayette, Louisiana is Listed for Over $4 Million
The real estate market may be a little tough around the Lafayette, Louisiana region just like it is across the country, with high prices and through-the-roof insurance premiums. Despite the challenges, the Acadiana housing market is still relatively competitive. According to the latest Lafayette housing market trends from Redfin, there...
Louisiana Lottery Confirms $50,000 Powerball Win Monday
From their offices in Baton Rouge the Louisiana Lottery has confirmed via their website that a Louisiana-sold ticket for Monday night's Powerball drawing is a big money winner. Monday night's multi-state Powerball drawing featured a top prize of $142.6 million. That was the estimated annuitized jackpot. The lump sum payout that was forecast for Monday's Powerball game was $67.9 million.
Swepco Warns Louisiana Customers of Solar Panel Scam in Our Area
Last week Swepco's External Affairs Manager Michael Corbin and Liz Swaine, with the Shreveport Advocate, told KEEL News about companies in the Shreveport-Bossier and surrounding areas going door-to-door claiming to be partnering with Swepco selling roof-top solar panels. You can listen to the entire interview by clicking THIS LINK. Swepco...
How Much Are Back to School Supplies in Louisiana?
SHREVEPORT, LA - School starts in Shreveport and Bossier in just over a week and parents have been busy gathering up all the needed school supplies. Stores have been packed with folks grabbing up all the needed items. What's on a Typical Supply List These Days?. School supply lists have...
Huge Black Bear Spotted Looking for Food in Louisiana
Black bears are running rampant in Louisiana and another huge bear has been spotted in south Louisiana. In the social media group Louisiana Black Bear Report, Randy Bergeron posted photos of a huge black bear near a deer feeder, and by the looks of it, this bear has been eating well near Palmetto, Louisiana.
Importance of protecting your skin during the hot Louisiana summer
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Skin protection is important, but it is especially critical when living in a warm state like Louisiana. The summer months in the Pelican State are smothered in warm temperatures and the lasting humidity. Baton Rouge General Hospital recommends wearing sunscreen, hats, long sleeves and staying...
LSU football fan poll: How many games will the Tigers win this season?
BATON ROUGE — Preparations for the 2024 college football officially get underway for LSU football this week. The full team is scheduled to report to campus and slated to open preseason practice later this week. The Tigers are entering the third season under head coach Brian Kelly and will kickoff the 2024 season against the USC Trojans in Las Vegas as part of the Vegas Kickoff Class Sunday, Sept. 1. ...
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