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Purple Star School program tailored to military families
Military families move on average every two to three years. The Purple Star School program, introduced to Archdiocese of New Orleans Catholic schools at the end of the last school year, is one tool schools can utilize to respond to the educational and emotional challenges military children can face during their transition to a new school.
Federal Judge Wendy Vitter to oversee Jeffrey Vappie case
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Federal Judge Wendy Vitter will preside over the case against Jeffrey Vappie. Appointed by former President Donald Trump, Vitter has a well-established career in law. Wendy Vitter started her legal journey as a clerk at the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office, spending five years in this...
Study Ranks New Orleans as the 10th Best U.S. City for Recreation
In a new study, WalletHub found that New Orleans is the 10th best city in the United States for recreation. With historically popular entertainment and recreation facilities such as Audubon Park, City Park, and Preservation Hall, New Orleans is known to have no shortage of fun for all to enjoy.
WDSU Editorial: 2024 Paris Olympics
Next weekend, the world will come together for the Olympics. More than 10,000 athletes will compete in Paris, including more than 500 from the United States of America. While showcasing incredible athletic ability, Olympians share common values — striving for excellence, demonstrating respect, and celebrating friendship. The goal of...
Crescent City has its share of hall of fame greats
On a balmy November 1950 afternoon on Philadelphia’s Franklin Field, two future NFL greats invited their high school coach to join them on the football field for a special tribute. Before the kickoff of the game, won by the host Eagles, retired Warren Easton coach Johnny Brechtel was escorted...
New Orleans East residents concerned over sinking sidewalk
NEW ORLEANS — Timothy Tero has lived on Sierra Madre Drive in New Orleans East for 30 years, but for the past 11 months, he's been dealing with a major issue — the sidewalk in front of his home is sinking. "I noticed the sidewalk had started sinking...
New Orleans Saints place Chris Olave on NFI list
With the NFL season fast approaching, players across the league have begun to report back to their teams' cities to begin preparations for the preseason. This includes all of the Buckeyes who are scattered across the NFL. However, one former Ohio State player won't be getting into the action right away.
Air Travel Grounded – Louisiana Passengers Call Your Airline
There appears to be a major IT issue involving several of the airlines that serve airports in Lafayette, Lake Charles, Shreveport, New Orleans, and Baton Rouge this morning. The issue is not just confined to Louisiana airports nor is it confined exclusively to the airline industry. Since many of you...
Another Drawdown Of Lake Bistineau Set To Begin This Month
It won't be long now, Lake Bistineau will be reduced to Bayou Dorcheat and an assortment of swamp-like areas. It would appear that summer is nearly over for those who enjoy water sports like fishing or skiing on Lake Bistineau in Northwest Louisiana. Lake Bistineau State Park recently posted on...
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