In an effort to provide relief to farmers after record-breaking drought conditions, Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow has introduced the Drought Assistance Improvement Act. The legislation would cut the time in half that farmers can apply for assistance during dry conditions.
Letlow is hopeful the legislation will move quickly through the House.
The third annual virtual apprenticeship expo for Louisiana high school students and post-secondary attendees hosted by the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance is underway. Employer Engagement Coordinator Tonya Evans…
Several school districts will be attending the virtual expo. Students will participate in breakout sessions to engage with employers in the healthcare, cyber security, and chemical industries.
The Kentwood home Pop Star, Brittney Spears grew up in is now up for sale. Colleen Crain has more…
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State Fire Marshal deputies are investigating a house fire that tragically killed an elderly man in St. Mary Parish Monday. Authorities say the fire that originated at a home in the block of East Bollard jumped to a mobile home next door. The three people inside the home were able to escape but a disabled man was trapped despite efforts by his daughter to get him out. The five people inside the mobile home were able to escape unharmed.