There’s an extra special bonfire to be lit this Christmas Eve along the Mississippi River levee in St. John Parish that’s getting national attention. Dozens of bonfire structures are lit every year on December 24th, to light the way for the Cajun Santa: Papa Noel. Josh Weidert says the 22 foot long, 7 feet tall snapping turtle was inspired by drones that fly over the levees and take pictures and videos from every angle:
It will feel a lot like Christmas as a cold front will bring more seasonable temperatures to Louisiana. After experiencing highs near 80 in parts of the state, state Climatologist Barry Keim says a strong cold front will usher in colder air starting Saturday…
Governor John Bel Edwards is wishing residents across the state a very Merry Christmas…:
Edwards says Louisiana’s brightest days are ahead, and major changes are on the horizon that will move the state into a new era of prosperity in 2018.
Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says his department is responsible for making sure all animals brought into the state don’t pose any health threats to other animals in Louisiana. But Strain says a very special herd of animals will be allowed in the state this holiday season…