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Don’t risk it: Insure yourself to protect yourself
An auto accident can be a traumatic experience for any driver, but sometimes the aftermath is just as devastating. If you cause an accident, imagine realizing you don’t have adequate insurance to cover bills for injured parties and damages. What if you or a family member was injured because of someone else’s negligence?
UPDATE: Two-vehicle crash kills Texas man on LA 311, Louisiana State Police report
Update 1:28 p.m., Aug 29: A Texas man was killed after his motorcycle was struck by another vehicle in Terrebonne Parish. Garret Ellisor, 29, of Canyon Lake, Texas, died Aug. 28, after his motorcycle was struck by a BMW just before 5 p.m. on LA 311, near Sugar Highland Boulevard, Louisiana State Police said. Ellisor was wearing a DOT approved helmet, suffered fatal injuries and died on the scene. ...
Restaurant Medium Rare Announces Reopening
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Located at 5538 Magazine St., near Tulane University, Medium Rare has announced it’s official reopening this week. Medium Rare serves its signature menu of Culotte Steak and Fresh-cut Fries drizzled with the restaurant’s Secret Sauce, a mixed green side salad and artisan rustic bread for $29.95. And…seconds on the steak and fries are complimentary!
APSO breaks ground on District 3 building in Prairieville
Sheriff Bobby Webre and several Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office deputies were in attendance for a ceremonial groundbreaking to mark the construction of the new District 3 building in Prairieville. District 3 covers much of the northern end of the parish, while District 2 mostly includes central areas around Gonzales and...
Thibodaux native hoping to make imprint on Lions’ defense
All of his life, Amik Robertson has had his doubters. Out of Thibodaux, they said he didn’t have a true position and wouldn’t be able to last at the next level — despite the fact that he was a dominant force in high school who impacted the game on offense, defense and special teams while playing literally just about every position on the field in all three phases.
Should Katrina’s anniversary be a state holiday? These local leaders think so
State Rep. Alonzo Knox still gets emotional about Katrina when he speaks about the destruction it caused 19 years ago. “The impact of it can't be overstated,” Knox said. “It still impacts the day-to-day lives of many. It still impacts our fragile infrastructure. It still impacts our economy.”
Gov. Landry Bans Critical Race Theory From Louisiana Classrooms
Governor of Louisiana Jeff Landry has signed an executive order into law, banning Critical Race Theory (CRT) in the state's K-12 schools. It's been months since the controversial teaching concept has been a hot topic but as of this Tuesday Governor Landry has signed Executive Order JML 24-132 which will ban any schools from enacting rules, bulletins, regulations, contracts, or policies that might endorse what is considered by many to be the core tenants of CRT.
New initiative aimed at helping Louisiana military members thrive after service
Louisiana launched a non-profit organization dedicated to helping military members thrive in Louisiana after their service ends. The organization will help service members connect with opportunities to secure their future in Louisiana.
Lottery for black bear hunting permits opens Thursday
BATON ROUGE - Though the 2024 bear hunting season doesn't open until December, the lottery to obtain a permit to participate opens Thursday. The lottery will run from Aug. 29 to Sept. 25, allowing hunters to earn one of only ten permits. Lottery applicants can submit applications through the Department...
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