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Ten Commandments Law causes split reactions among LSU students and professors
Governor Jeff Landry signed Act 676 into law on June 19. More commonly called the Ten Commandments Law, it will require the postage of the Ten Commandments in every publicly funded classroom. Currently, the law is receiving pushback from many Louisiana residents, and the ACLU will be representing several parents...
Louisiana Ranked as Hardest Place to Save
Forbes Advisor has released a new study, ranking states by how difficult it is to save money as a resident of each respective state. According to the original research, the national personal savings rate has decreased from 20% in 2020 to 3.8% as of January 2024. The ranking for each state, plus the District of Columbia, is determined based on indicators in these key categories: income, debt, cost of living, taxes, and housing.
14-Year-Old Avery Daigle Breaks 3 Louisiana State Records at Age Group State Championship Meet
Avery Daigle broke one 13-14 record and two all-ages records for the Louisiana LSC at last weekend's Louisiana Age Group Championships in Baton Rouge. Stock photo via Jack Spitser/Spitser Photography. 2024 Louisiana Age Group State Championships. July 11-14, 2024. LSU Natatorium, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Long Course Meters (50 meters) Results...
2024 National Night Out events in SWLA
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - National Night Out is the day to get to know your local law enforcement officers. Communities nationwide host National Night Out events on the first Tuesday of August every year with the goal of enhancing the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement by bringing residents and police officers together under positive circumstances.
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...
Lifelong Natchitoches resident celebrates 100th birthday
Family and friends gathered to celebrate the 100th birthday for lifelong Natchitoches resident Laura Lavespere Saturday on July 20. She’s lived in the City of Lights since she was a teenager. She worked for years at Northwestern State University as a controller for approximately 30 years. She later worked at Gwen’s Ladies Wear until she retired to babysit her only granddaughter. She was married to Eugene Lavespere Sr. until his death in 1998. She has one son, Eugene Lavespere Jr.
The Aesthetics Center brings a holistic approach to weight loss in CenLa
ALEXANDRIA, La, (WNTZ) – 100 years ago, only about 20% of the population met the criteria for obesity, now its 75%. Dr. Chad Norton and Family Nurse Practitioner Haley Mcgee with The Aesthetic Center sat down with FOX48 WNTZ about what holistic care is, myths about weight loss, and how their team will change today’s obesity stats.
Brookshire Grocery Co. to Acquire Mac’s Market in Jena
TYLER, Texas, July 22, 2024 – Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) and Mac’s Market announced today that they have entered into an agreement under which BGC will acquire the Mac’s location in Jena, La. This location will become a Spring Market store following a short closing for conversion next month.
Campti Hometown Hero 2024 Honorees
Campti’s Hometown Hero Awards celebrates individuals who embody the spirit of philanthropy. These individuals have shown a remarkable commitment in both their personal and professional lives to improving the community while continuing to preserve and promote the history of Campti and creating a better home for everyone in the future through the work they do today. The Hometown Awards are scheduled to take place on Thursday, Sept. 19.
"Party in the Park Basketball Tournament in Alexandria, Louisiana"
The City of Alexandria, Louisiana is hosting a Party in the Park 3v3 Basketball Tournament for hoops enthusiasts to showcase their dribbling skills and slam dunks. The event is scheduled to take place soon, with a deadline for team sign-ups being July 22. The tournament promises exciting basketball action and a chance for participants to display their basketball talents. The event is being organized in collaboration with partners such as Cenla City Stars, JCW Foundation, Inc., and 318 United Sports. Interested individuals can secure a spot for their team by registering online at bit.ly/3Wn7CA9.
2 teachers from Greater Baton Rouge area chosen for national training program, to get $10K stipend
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – Five Louisiana teachers have been chosen for a one-year training program to deepen their knowledge of supporting students and faculty in and around their districts. Two are from the Greater Baton Rouge area. 12 educators nationwide were chosen for the fellows program with the...
‘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...
SWLA Arrest Report - July 22, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for July 22, 2024. Emanuel Curtis Butler Sr., 40, Lake Charles: Aggravated assault with a firearm; possession of firearm or carrying concealed weapon by a person convicted of certain felonies. J Norris Kennison Carter, 45, Lake Charles: Aggravated burglary.
Hidden Hazards: Iowa’s Heat Wave and the Bottled Water Danger!
Iowa summers are hot and another thing to beware of is drinking bottled water left in a hot car can could be dangerous to your health!. Have you ever left a case of bottled water in your car trunk on a hot summer day?. Spring Well says when plastic water...
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