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Slidell woman sentenced to year + 1 day in prison, ordered to repay over $1.2M for Pandemic-related healthcare fraud
NEW ORLEANS – U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that MELISSA J. WATSON (“WATSON”), of Slidell, has been sentenced by United States District Judge Darrel J. Papillion to twelve months and one day in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, a mandatory $100 special assessment fee, and payment of restitution totaling $1,281,818.
The Saints' next undrafted gem might be this 5-foot-9 spark plug with a Yale degree
IRVINE, Calif. — A few months ago, New Orleans Saints coach Dennis Allen didn’t know much about Mason Tipton. Allen certainly wasn’t alone. As an undersized, undrafted receiver who played at an Ivy League school, Tipton’s name likely didn’t ring much of a bell even with diehard college football fans. Highly regarded NFL draft analyst Dane Brugler ranked Tipton as the No. 37 receiver in the 2024 draft class.
Report: Saints Offer Extension to Homegrown Superstar
New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara wants a new contract. Now entering his age-29 season, the running back has publicly expressed the desire for a revised contract with more long-term security that accurately reflects his value to the team. While the former third-round pick is technically under contract for two more seasons, he has no guaranteed money beyond 2024. Without an extension, New Orleans will almost certainly cut him to rid themselves of his massive $29 million cap hit next year.
Louisiana Target Stores Confirm Special Discounts – One Week Only
If you're a fan of the Target Store brand across Louisiana you will be quite pleased to hear what the giant retailer has planned for patrons in Lafayette, Lake Charles, Baton Rouge, and eleven other locations around the state. We all know back-to-school shopping is in full force right now and to assist Louisiana families in a two-fold way Target stores in the state and across the company's footprint are offering a special discount.
Want to Be A Louisiana Hunter Education Instructor? Here’s How
Okay hunters, Louisiana law is pretty specific regarding the requirements needed to enjoy the privilege of hunting here in the great Bayou State. According to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries,. In Louisiana, anyone born on or after September 1, 1969 must complete a hunter education course approved by...
St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce celebrates Southern Nights
It was an evening of fine touches as the business community gathered July 12 for the St. Tammany Chamber's annual summer Southern Nights Soiree, a fundraiser that benefits chamber programs and services for its members. There was casino gambling; live and silent auctions; an open bar; plenty of networking; and food from many of the northshore's best restaurants, all at The Greystone in Mandeville.
Viral Video of Louisiana Teen Abusing Hunting Dog Leads to Multiple Arrests
A video of a Louisiana teen, Cole Prevost, violently beating his dog in 2023 has resurfaced. The video has gotten the attention of thousands of people online and sparked a massive outrage that moved authorities to take action immediately. In the video, Cole Prevost appears to get frustrated when training...
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...
Western St. Tammany youth hope to influence lawmakers
Two western St. Tammany teens will work with other high school students from across the state throughout the upcoming school year to try and influence the legislature on issues such as education, the environment and inclusiveness. Abita Springs resident and Fontainebleau High sophomore Owen Esté, 15, and Madisonville resident and...
Diesel spilled on I-12 West near Holden following crash involving two 18-wheelers
LIVINGSTON PARISH, La. (WAFB) - Diesel has been spilled onto the interstate in Livingston Parish following a crash involving two 18-wheelers Tuesday evening, July 30. According to the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened on I-12 West just west of Holden, leaving the left lane blocked. Deputies said...
Hornbeck Offshore signs Mentor Protégé Agreement with US Navy
Hornbeck Offshore Services Inc., Covington, La., announced earlier this week that the U.S. Department of the Navy Office of Small Business Programs recently approved a Mentor Protégé Agreement between the Hornbeck and Next Generation Logistics LLC, New Orleans. Small businesses, including veteran/service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, historically underutilized business...
Slidell area women are dancing for the love of it
Bad knees haven’t stopped 86-year-old Ellyn Campbell from dancing her heart out with the Happy Heart Dancers, a mature women’s group that performs in St. Tammany Parish retirement homes. “Dancing is everything to me,” Campbell said. “I’ve got two bad knees and legs, and sometimes they don’t want...
Three St. Tammany athletes earn Women in Sports Scholarships from the Sugar Bowl
Three St. Tammany Parish female athletes will receive $10,000 Women in Sports Scholarships from the Allstate Sugar Bowl on Aug. 3. Honorees were selected by the New Orleans Sports Awards Committee based on their athletic and academic success as well as their involvement in community service and an essay they wrote regarding why they felt they were deserving of an Allstate Sugar Bowl scholarship.
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