LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center is participating in a new clinical research study that will be testing a new drug that could slow the progression of Alzheimer’. Pennington Doctor Jeffrey Keller says this investigational medication could potentially modify the pace of the disease…

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For information on the study, you can call 225-763-3000.
DOTD inspection crews will be alternating closures of the I-10 over the Atchafalaya Basin between Whiskey Bay and mile marker 117 tomorrow. The entire westbound side will be closed from 7 am until 2 pm. Spokesman Rodney Mallett says they are required to to perform maintenance every 2 years…

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State Police are investigating a pedestrian vs. car accident that has claimed the life of a Lockport man. The accident happened around 8 o’clock last night on North Service Road in Raceland, and police suspect impairment on the part of the pedestrian, 26 year-old Jace Sevin. They do NOT believe the driver-18 year-old Jean Claude Pierre-was impaired.
Residents and visitors to False River and excited about the man-induced draw-down of the lake which begins today. Michelle Southern with more…

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