The biggest story in the Bayou State this year was the election of Governor-Elect Jeff Landry. Landry’s victory was predicted, but winning in October, without the need for a November run-off was a surprise…
Also in 2023, no one could have predicted that Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson would be elected as Speaker of the House of Representatives. The Republican from northwest Louisiana won the powerful seat after Kevin McCarthy was ousted and Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan failed to get majority support…
Starting Monday, the asthma inhaler Flovent, made by GSK, will disappear from pharmacy shelves. LSU Health New Orleans Pulmonologist Dr. Kyle Happel encourages asthma users to be proactive about refilling their medication…
Louisiana’s Mardi Gras-themed float featuring a larger-than-life jester will roll in the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena California on Monday. More than 90 volunteers from Louisiana and across the country will decorate the massive float. Second-year rider, Assistant Vice President of Communications for the Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission Kaylie LeBlanc…
The parade will broadcast at 10 am on ABC Network New Year’s Day.
Folks are beginning to crowd fireworks stands to kick off New Year’s with a bang and authorities are offering some simple tips regarding fireworks safety. If you plan to purchase fireworks, Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue suggests…