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The far-right fuss over voter rolls isn’t about election integrity. It’s an effort to suppress.
If you’re to believe the far right, our voter rolls face constant peril from the threat of ill-willed hackers, nefarious foreign conspirators and evil villains that make James Bond’s various nemeses look like Teletubbies. I could argue that Teletubbies are actually evil in their own way, but the point is that Republican leaders from Congress […] The post The far-right fuss over voter rolls isn’t about election integrity. It’s an effort to suppress. appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Close to home, former Demon Fry readies for “really cool” All-Star Game experience
ARLINGTON, Texas – David Fry stood in the visiting locker room at Houston’s Minute Maid Park 366 days after his major league debut and reflected on the journey that took him from Northwestern State to the major leagues and a debut at Yankee Stadium. “It was pretty amazing,”...
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport holding Back to School Bash
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport is hosting a Back to School Bash ahead of the 2024 school year. Attendees will get a free backpack with school supplies. Organizations will also be present, providing child safety checks, school stress relief, mental health information for children, healthy snack ideas and more.
Texarkana high school band instructor sentenced for child exploitation
TEXARKANA, Texas (KSLA) - A high school band instructor from a high school in Texarkana, Texas has been sentenced for child exploitation, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas reports. Brandon Neil Sams, 48, pleaded guilty to coercion and enticement of a minor. At the time...
New Ordinances for Vacant Buildings May Be Coming to Shreveport
If You Spend Time in Downtown Shreveport You Will Notice Something Very Heartbreaking. It feels like every time I walk my dog downtown I discover another abandoned building. One of the most beautiful buildings in downtown Shreveport has been left to rot and it really is heartbreaking. I have always wondered who owns these buildings. Why do so many people own buildings downtown and let them rot away? Mayor Arceneaux may be making some serious moves in the downtown Shreveport scene.
Another Texarkana Mobile Pack To Feed Hungry Kids Is August 9-10
It's almost time for a Tacos 4 Life Mobile Pack, I used to try and keep track of how many they have done, but I've completely lost count, so let's just say "another one" here in Texarkana. Are you ready to help feed hungry kids?. Volunteers are needed to sign...
Teenager held on $1.2M bond for Marshall fatal shooting, police say
MARSHALL, Texas (KETK) — The Marshall Police Department said a man has been arrested in connection to a Tuesday fatal shooting. Police arrested Curtis White, Jr., 18 of Marshall, and has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, deadly conduct discharge of a firearm and murder. He is being held on a $1.2 […]
Alligator Attacks Kid Swimming in Louisiana Waterway
A 9-year-old boy is recovering from injuries after he was attacked by an alligator in a Louisiana waterway. NOLA.com reports that the young boy was swimming with his family in Lake Ponchatrain on Sunday evening when the alligator attacked. According to the report, the family saw the alligator approaching the...
Cool Front Pushing Further Southward, Cooler Days for Louisiana?
The heat is on in Louisiana and we will take any type of break from the extreme temperatures this summer. Fall is still several weeks away and the days of cool fronts in Louisiana are nowhere near, however, we may see a cool front reach some southern states in the days ahead.
See How Much Louisiana School Supplies Have Changed Since 1975
School is so much different than when I was a youngster attending school in Caddo Parish back in the 1970's. Back then, school didn't begin until after Labor Day, but now, Bossier Parish, DeSoto Parish and Caddo Parish kids are already down to their last couple of weeks of summer fun and planning to head back to school on Thursday, August 8.
Louisiana Prepares for November 5 Election with Qualifying Procedures
BATON ROUGE, La. – As Louisiana gears up for the Presidential General and Open Congressional Primary Election scheduled for November 5, 2024, the Secretary of State has announced the qualifying dates and procedures for candidates. The qualifying period is set from Wednesday, July 17, through Friday, July 19, at the Louisiana State Archives located at 3851 Essen Lane in Baton Rouge.
Louisiana High School Named One Of Most Expensive In America
All parents in Louisiana want to ensure that their children have access to the greatest education possible. Additionally, some wealthy families decide to pay for their child's education at a private institution. One Louisiana high school was recently listed as one of the most expensive in the US, meaning that tuition there might cost parents as much as a college education.
Target Announces Store Policy Change – Is It Coming to Louisiana?
You can find a Target Store in just about every major city in Louisiana. The Minneapolis Minnesota-based retailer has locations in Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Shreveport, and several other locations in the greater New Orleans Metro area. Many shoppers view the store as an "upgrade" from Walmart Stores but the two giant retailers offer many of the same items and their prices are often comparable.
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