Amite Representative and gubernatorial candidate John Bel Edwards says, if elected, he has no intention to keep John White in place as Education Superintendent. Scott Carwile has more…
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The Independence Day holiday begins today and firework safety is a top concern. Michelle Southern talks with the State Fire Marshall on how to prepare…
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Bayou Teche Brewing is releasing a limited edition beer to be release on the 4th of July. Emelie Gunn has more on what makes this brew so special….
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Amite Representative and gubernatorial candidate John Bel Edwards says, if elected, he has no intention to keep John White in place as Education Superintendent. In a statement, Edwards said “John White will never be superintendent on my watch.” Edwards says White lacks the credentials set forth in law to be the Superintendent of Education…
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White has been the state’s K-12 education leader since 2012. Although BESE chooses the Superintendent of Education, the governor typically has a lot of sway in that selection. Edwards thinks White’s approach to education is flawed…
In a statement regarding Edwards’ comments, White says politics don’t belong in the classroom and cited the improvement of high school graduation rates and ACT scores during his tenure. Edwards believes there are more qualified candidates right here in Louisiana to head the state’s education department…
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Safety with fireworks during 4th of July celebrations should be a top priority. State Fire Marshall Butch Browning wants everyone to enjoy this holiday but take time to understand the precautions that come along with fireworks.
Browning advises adults under the influence of alcohol and children to stay away from lighting firecrackers. He says make sure your surroundings are clear of flammable items and always keep a hose or bucket of water around in case the embers spark a fire.
Browning says never shoot a firearm into the air. He urges people to keep all weapons locked up and away from party-goers during the time of celebration.
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Arnaudville’s Bayou Teche Brewing is releasing a new beer for the 4th of July holiday and donating proceeds to military families. President Karlos Knott says the brew, named 31 Stout, was created in honor of 31 United States service members who lost their lives in the force mission in Afghanistan.
Grandson of multiple New Orleans French Quarter bars, Trey Monaghan, approached Knott with the idea of crafting a beer to benefit the soldiers’ families. Knott says members of Extortion 17 were also a part of SEAL Team 6.
Knott says 31 Stout will be released on Independence Day at the brewery, where a band and party will follow for anyone who wants to attend. The beer will be available at a few retailers in Louisiana and in select restaurants. He says 45 dollars from every case and keg purchased will go to families of service members lost in the mission.
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Governor Bobby Jindal has signed into law a new measure which gives domestic violence victims more housing protection. Baton Rouge Senator Sharon Weston Broome sponsored the bill and says this law will help prevent further victimization of those being abused…
The law allows domestic violence victims to break their lease to leave an abusive situation. Broome says it also ensures that victims will not be evicted because of their situation…
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Landlords will also have the power to evict those the courts deem as abusers. Broome believes the law, which goes into effect August first, will give victims peace of mind over where they will live…
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