The fungus candida auris is becoming a dangerous public threat in the U.S. LSU Health New Orleans Infectious Disease specialist, Dr. Fred Lopez says it’s causing high levels of concern because it is becoming untreatable.
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The mortality rate is between 30 to 60 percent and Lopez says there are 50 known cases in Louisiana.
The Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival is already underway this weekend. Director of Sales at Tangipahoa Tourism Emily Matise says the festival is one of the state’s largest free events and will continue rain or shine.
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The three-day event will be filled with traditions, great entertainment, rides, and loads of family fun! Visit lastrawberryfestival.com
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Secretary Jack Montoucet has resigned after allegations of being involved in a bribery scandal. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says has not been criminally charged criminally…
Records from the U-S Attorney’s office indicate Montoucet signed a contract for a program set up by Guidry, that would result in an LDWF official receiving an ATV worth 14-thousand dollars upon retirement.
Reaching out to veterans’ organizations to return missing money is the latest push by State Treasurer John Schroder for unclaimed property. The campaign is called “Veterans Cash Claim.” Schroder says they’ve returned close to $280 million.
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To check if you might have any unclaimed property go to LaCashClaim.org