Bossier Parish Schools Superintendent Scott Smith is the target of a federal investigation that he illegally received controlled dangerous substances in a shipment from overseas. While it’s still under investigations, reports say anti-anxiety drugs that had been ordered over the internet were intercepted in the mail. A delivery was arranged by postal inspectors and investigators from homeland security, which led to Smith. Smith, who was hospitalized Thursday after he became extremely upset when federal agents approached him as part of their investigation, is expected to resign as superintendent. No criminal charges had been filed Friday.
Food delivery service Waitr says they’ve scheduled extra drivers for Super Bowl Sunday, Waitr spokesperson Whitney Savioe recommends placing a “future order” to ensure you get your food exactly when you need it.
Kickoff is set for 530PM Sunday.
It’s a fun twist on Punxsutawney Phil’s Groundhog’s Day celebration. Today marked the 20th year that the nutria rat, Pierre C. Shadeaux, exited his home in downtown New Iberia, and he saw his shadow. The swamp rat was brought to Louisiana about 100 years ago, and has since infested the bayous, eating roots vital to the marshland’s existence. Zoosiana Zoo of Acadiana spokesperson Lea Loftin says they hope to use the event to educate kids on the dangers of invasive species, but also to just throw a great party for everyone who attends.
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Pierre did in fact see his shadow this morning, meaning there will be an early summer, rather than longer spring weather.
Anthony Davis addressed the media Friday, speaking on his trade aspirations to leave the Pelicans in favor of playing for a team with the ability to win more consistently. Davis says he feels that it’s just the right time to leave the Big Easy,adding the conversation about leaving the Pels was a tough one to have.