Keep Louisiana Beautiful has released a new slogan that aims to raise awareness about the state’s litter problem. Executive Director of Keep Louisiana Beautiful, Susan Russell, says they hope “Love the Boot, Don’t Pollute” will provide a consistent message to Louisianans not to trash the state. She believes it’s a fitting slogan for the Bayou State, especially the word love.

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Rogers says the slogan appears on bumper stickers that will be placed on 12-thousand state vehicles.

Many flood victims in Denham Springs could be forced to elevate their homes. Mayor Gerard Landry says about 1200 residents were informed by mail over the weekend that initial FEMA assessments show the structure was “substantially damaged” by the flood.

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Landry emphasizes that these FEMA assessments are just an initial snapshot of the damage each home likely received.

A link between sugary drinks and some cancers has been discovered by researchers at LSU Health New Orleans. Michelle Southern has more…

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A committee searching for a new president of the University of Louisiana System has made a recommendation to the full board for consideration. Northwestern State University President James Henderson was the only person submitted for review by the committee. If chosen, Henderson will fill the position vacated by Sandra Woodley in December.