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At Alexandria Rotary luncheon, Landry talks about measures passed since taking office
Speaking at the City of Alexandria’s Rotary Club luncheon Tuesday, Gov. Jeff Landry spoke a packed house of Rotarians and community leaders about passed measures that relate to public safety, education, the economy, insurance and infrastructure. He started his speech by saying that within the next 30-60 days his...
Louisiana Residents Beware: Phony Political Fundraising Scams On The Rise
Phony political fundraising is big business for scammers, and these calls are targeting people in Louisiana. Politics is big business in the state of Louisiana, and according to Chris Babin with the Better Business Bureau of Acadiana, it's making scammers rich through these phone campaign phone calls. In Louisiana, we...
It’s gonna be hot today, tomorrow
The forecast track of Hurricane Beryl has the storm making landfall across northern Mexico on Sunday. Based on this track, the only impacts across southeast Texas or Southwest Louisiana would be minor coastal flooding, said Donald Jones, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service’s Lake Charles office. “However, additional impacts could occur should Beryl track […]
Louisiana’s Heat Makes Us Agitated, Jumpy and Miserable, Science Says
Chances are that the extreme heat in Louisiana is making you wonder if the temperature can really have an impact on our attitude, and you know the answer is "yes" on so many levels. Just how much does the extreme heat in Louisiana impact our emotions? Research reveals a significant...
Firework safety tips for the Fourth of July
PINEVILLE, La. (KALB) - This Fourth of July is going to be a real blast, but it is important to focus on safety when you fire up the night sky with your fireworks. Fireworks are a staple for the holiday, but if not used properly, it can cause injury. The...
July 2024 Calendar-at-a-Glance
Ongoing-September 28: 37th September Competition, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 Second St, Alexandria). annual juried exhibition is selected by a guest juror from national and international submissions. The exhibition highlights contemporary art practices in all media. Additionally, the September Competition connects the museum with artists that are excelling in their field and media. Special AMoA Member opening is set for 6:00pm on Friday, July 12th. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org.
Cheetahs have arrived at Zoosiana. You can help to name the three sisters.
If you have a favorite trio of girl names, now is your chance to submit suggestions to name Zoosiana's newest residents as three cheetah sisters arrived last month. Could a trio of celebrity sisters like Kim, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian serve as the inspiration? Or maybe a historical trio like the Schuyler sisters — Angelica, Peggy and Eliza — whose names became infamous in the musical, "Hamilton" will rise to the top? Or, perhaps most fitting, will The Cheetah Girls help to name the Broussard zoo's newest residents? But then who would narrow it down to just three of the four teens in the Disney Channel movie's pop group?
Dustin Poirier’s Good Fight Foundation Hosting Annual Back to School Supply Giveaway in Lafayette
Lafayette's own UFC MMA star, Dustin Poirier, continues to champion the cause of giving back to his hometown through the Good Fight Foundation. Known for his dedication to the community, Poirier and his team have consistently made a significant impact, from feeding families to ensuring children have the essential supplies they need for school.
Stay Alert: Skimmer Scams Hit Louisiana Grocery Stores
Officials with Berkshire's Grocery Company, the parent company of Super 1 Foods, say they removed credit card skimmers from two Louisiana stores according to KLFY. These incidents are a good reminder for customers everywhere that you can be the victim of a skimmer anywhere. In just the last few years,...
List of New Louisiana Laws That Went into Effect This Week
Every year, Louisiana gets a TON of new laws and statutes. And this year is no different. Quite frankly, typically, most of them are relatively boring and don't directly impact our every day lives. That's just the way things go. However, this year, there's a few new laws that will...
The 7 Best Fourth Of July Celebrations In Louisiana
The Fourth of July brings families together across Louisiana and nationwide. Many families take advantage of the holiday and vacation to places like Orange Beach or Destin. Don't worry if you plan on staying in the boot for the 4th. There are plenty of great celebrations with fireworks displays across the state that onlyinyourstate.com highlighted.
Gulf Coast Rip Current Forecast for Louisiana Beachgoers
So many people from South Louisiana will be traveling I-10 in the next day or two for their Fourth of July celebrations and they'll soon be on their favorite beach. For the Fourth, beachgoers from across Acadiana will want to cool off or relax in places like Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Pensacola, and Destin, Florida. Sadly, we've had several reports of drownings already this summer and the gulf may be a bit unfriendly days after Independence Day.
Indiana and Illinois Arby’s Locations Affected by Franchisee Bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy, a small Arby's franchisee is selling some locations and closing others. Miracle Restaurant Group LLC, a company based out of Louisiana has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miracle owns 25 Arby's locations in Indiana, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This isn't Miracle Restaurant Group's first Chapter 11 filing according to Nation's Restaurant News,
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