Fourth of July fireworks will be lit across the state tonight; and while they can be can be beautiful, they can also be extremely dangerous. DCFS Secretary Suzy Sonnier says 40% of all fireworks injuries happen to children under the age of 15, so she says to parents, consider attending the numerous public displays…
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Not to mention, it’s cheaper.

Heads up for swimmers in Louisiana lakes and the Gulf this weekend, as the Department of Health and Hospitals says to be aware of open wounds while swimming. The reason is a flesh-eating bacteria, and State Health Officer Dr. Jimmy Guidry says to pay attention to areas of the skin that look infected, and seek medical help quickly…
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There will be as many as 7 of 8 BESE board members who will be on the ballot for an upcoming fall election, and the president has yet to decide whether or not he will run. Chas Roemer has been a strong supporter of Common Core, and his decision will loom large for the curriculum’s acceptance in the future. The BESE Board has endorsed the testing in the past, but that could change with those 8 seats up for grabs in the October 24th election.

It’s the fourth of July in Louisiana, and the release date Bayou Teche Brewing’s limited edition beer. Here’s Emelie Gunn on what makes it so special…
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