Bogalusa Representative Malinda White is leaving the Democratic Party, citing frustration with partisan politics. Matt Doyle has more.
Operation Dry Water, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries campaign to keep impaired boaters off the water is underway. Boating Education Coordinator Lt Dean Aucoin says if you’re caught impaired while operating a vessel on the water it will also impact your driving privileges on the road.
The State Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding people to practice extreme caution if they plan on using fireworks this holiday weekend. Office Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue where you set off your fireworks is crucial, make sure you are at least 200 feet from any buildings or cars that could catch on fire.
And never set off fireworks if you are impaired or tired, you need to be able to react quickly if something goes wrong.
Baton Rouge real estate agent Darren James made a shocking discovery over the weekend when it was determined that 50 billion dollars was accidentally deposited into his account. James ended up returning all of the money but since it was deposited on a Saturday it stayed in his account for three days.