Unfortunately, with the holiday season comes flu season. Dr. Frank Welch with LDH says we’re seeing a slight uptick in the number of flu cases in Louisiana…:
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Welch says illness is more prevalent this time of year because so many people stay indoors, which allows viruses to spread.

Christmas Eve is a time for family traditions, and that means something a little different in St. James Parish- the Festival of Bonfires. Festival spokesperson Jason Amato says they have over 135 bonfires lined up on the levee tomorrow night…:
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He encourages spectators to be there at 5 p.m.

The North American Aerospace Defense Command, or NORAD, is gearing up to track Santa’s journey around the world. Halen Doughty has more…
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There are brave men and women who are not home for the holidays with loved ones. But these soldiers took time to send Christmas wishes back home…
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