The state Legislature has approved two identical Congressional District maps, but not without significant opposition. The maps contain one majority-minority district, despite calls from Black lawmakers a second one should be drawn, because the Black population has grown to 33-percent.
White Republican lawmakers were also upset that the Congressional map splits Grant Parish in half between the fourth and fifth districts and St. Mary Parish between the first and sixth districts. Pollock Representative Gabe Firment represents Grant Parish…
Houma Representative Beryl Amedee says St. Mary Parish officials are not happy with having two different Congressmen…
The Legislative Black Caucus has called for Governor Edwards to veto the maps for failure to comply with the Voting Rights Act.
We’re officially in the thick of Mardi Gras season and New Orleans and Company spokesperson Kelly Schulz says hotel occupancy in the greater Crescent City is at 80-percent. In addition to lodging Schulz says King Cake sales are off the charts this year and bakeries are having a hard time keeping up with demand.
The Krewe of Janus (Janice) rolls Saturday night in Monroe and there’s plenty of excitement for the return of the parade that’s been a staple of the Twin Cities, Monroe, and West Monroe, since 1984. Throws Lieutenant Hailey Kenly says they are prepared with 3.5 million throws for attendees, especially youngsters.
The theme of this year’s parade is Janus Goes to Hollywood.