U-S Senator John Kennedy says it’s time to make Russian President Vladimir Putin a pariah. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Major General Ron Richard (USMC-Retired) served in Vietnam, commanded Camp Lejeune, and much more. He has seen his share of military action and intrigue. During an appearance on “Talk Louisiana” with Jim Engster, Richard said Putin’s decision to go into Ukraine was ill-informed, unfounded, but unexpected nevertheless…:

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Governor John Bel Edwards says he’s excited Mardi Gras parades and celebrations are back in full force this year, but he doesn’t want the Carnival season to contribute to the state’s litter problem. Edwards is asking revelers to take responsibility for their own garbage…

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The governor also wants people to focus on reducing litter at Mardi Gras parades…

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Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser is glad to welcome back the thousands of visitors to the state after last year’s COVID-forced hiatus. Louisiana is expected to generate more than $1 billion in revenue during Carnival season. Louisiana’s tourism industry as a whole has taken a hit over the last couple of years due to the pandemic as well as multiple major storms. While others have predicted a slow and steady return to normal, Nungesser believes the state is poised to make a big comeback over the next few months.

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