Republican U.S. Senator John Kennedy has a challenger for re-election as Democrat Luke Mixon of Baton Rouge announces he’s throwing his hat in the ring. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Mixon has his work cut out for him in an attempt to unseat Kennedy…:
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Mixon is a commercial pilot, who also flew jets in the U.S. Navy.
Everyone has seen – at one time or another – a balloon release; perhaps to mourn the loss of loved one or commemorate and event. Lafayette Parish is considering legislation to ban such practices. Parish Environmental Quality Manager Bess Foret says balloons eventually deflate or burst and litter the land and waterways; negatively affecting the environment, wildlife, and marine life. Animals can become entangled in the balloon strings and even die from ingesting the broken balloons. She suggests flying kites, blowing bubbles or other earth-friendly gestures.
Social media users were distraught for more than six hours Monday when they were unable to access Facebook and its other platforms, Brooke Thorington has more…:
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The Louisiana Department of Health has confirmed a COVID-19 outbreak stemming from a recent Abbeville wedding, and is urging anyone who attended to take precautions now – including getting tested. The wedding was held at L’Eglise event venue on September 25th. Approximately 150 people were in attendance.