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Thibodaux couple facing Ethics Board charges after investigation into billing for mowing
A Thibodaux couple who served as volunteer commissioners on their neighborhood’s sewer board are charged with violating state ethics laws for reportedly billing that body nearly $10,000 for lawn mowing that they approved themselves. Francis and Priscilla Breaux served on Lafourche Parish Sewerage District #7 Board between 2007 and...
Crowd gathers in Houma's courthouse square to celebrate Juicefest
Houma’s third Juicefest drew nearly 1,000 people to downtown Houma. The music festival Sunday, July 14, brought musicians from various parts of Louisiana, showcased local nonprofits and took a moment to honor a local hero who died earlier this year. It took place at Houma’s courthouse square from 4 p.m. until about 9...
21st Medical Squadron cut ribbon on Schriever clinic expansion
The 21st Medical Squadron held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Schriever Space Force Base, July 1, 2024, to celebrate the expansion of the Schriever Clinic. The clinic now includes a 14,000 square foot expansion which nearly doubled its original size allowing for increased capacity. Construction began in 2018, going through multiple phases before being completed this year. The new facility will enable the 21st MS to continue providing healthcare to its beneficiaries and Space Base Delta 1 mission partners utilizing updated equipment and a modernized facility design.
Lake Boeuf community seeks voice in decisions about maintaining lake's health
Lafourche Parish Council and community members are seeking a commission to govern the upkeep of Lake Boeuf. Camp owners urged the Lafourche Parish Council to pass a resolution Wednesday, July 10, to seek Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrell’s opinion on whether they could establish the Lake Boeuf Game and Fish Commission and how it would interact with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
News on $28.9 million contract for Slaughter company, economic summit
South Louisiana Economic Council business summit set for Aug. 29. The South Louisiana Economic Council will hold its second annual Bayou Business Summit from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 29 at the Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center in Houma. The event will feature panel discussions on regional resiliency, emerging...
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