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Louisiana legislature convenes emergency panel after bark beetle attack
Louisiana House lawmakers are convening an emergency panel to deal with widespread beetle attacks on pine trees across the state and the public safety concern posed by the problem. It’s not the English pop band they’re concerned about, state Rep. Mike Johnson said in a phone interview Tuesday. It’s actually...
A controversial convenience: Vending machines now dispense ammo in Southern states
In a controversial move, gun owners in Alabama, Oklahoma, and Texas can now purchase ammunition from vending machines installed in grocery stores. These machines, created by American Rounds, allow customers to scan their ID, select from a range of ammunition options, and complete their purchase much like buying a soda.
The insurance crisis is impacting the housing market in Louisiana. That raises bigger worries.
A spiraling insurance crisis has hammered Louisianans with high premiums, less coverage and fewer options, heaping intense financial pressure on residents who are already facing rising costs elsewhere. Now, the housing market in the New Orleans area is sending distress signals, raising the prospect that the crisis could inflict broader...
Again and again, U.S. Supreme Court slaps down 5th Circuit
“Again and again, U.S. Supreme Court slaps down 5th Circuit” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. If the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals was a boxer, you’d bet on the other […] The post Again and again, U.S. Supreme Court slaps down 5th Circuit appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Local law enforcement worked extra hard over this record-breaking Fourth of July
LIVINGSTON PARISH, La. (WAFB) - According to AAA, 71 million people were expected to travel this Fourth of July weekend. This is a record-breaking number, and officials say this could be the new trend for other major holidays. This is something they say you should be prepared for. “The summer...
Leaked List of Walgreens Closures Includes Stores in Louisiana, Texas
There have been growing concerns in recent months about mass closures of various chains across Louisiana, Texas, and the rest of the country. From restaurants to grocery stores and in between, there have been a lot of closures that have hit close to home. As we've pointed out before, we've...
'You can save a life': Louisiana firefighters teach children lifesaving skills
Before 2019, the St. George Fire Department frequently sent firefighters to out-of-state conferences for specialized training and updated basic training. When they returned, the firefighters began to think about smaller stations that couldn't afford to send officers to faraway training. The solution? Offer programs locally. The Louisiana Firefighters Foundation was...
Volunteer opportunities in Acadiana, Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Shreveport/Bossier
Louisiana Inspired highlights volunteer opportunities across south Louisiana and the Shreveport/Bossier City area. If your organization has specific volunteer opportunities, email us at lainspired@theadvocate.com with details on the volunteer opportunity, organization and the contact/registration information volunteers would need. Acadiana: Moncus Park, 2913 Johnston St., Lafayette, is a supporter-funded nonprofit dedicated...
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