State Climatologist Barry Keim is in New Orleans today and says the weather isn’t slowing things down for those ready to celebrate Mardi Gras.
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He says the rain is behind us but it’s been a cold Fat Tuesday for revelers along the parade routes with a wind chill in some areas around 30.
It’s also a big day of parades across the state. Mardi Gras is also known for its satire. There are several people dressed up as blind referees in reference to the blown call in the NFC Championship game…
When disaster strikes, the Cajun Navy is there to help. The Cajun Navy 2016 has responded to the devastation left from tornadoes in south Alabama that killed at least 23. Vice President of Cajun Navy 2016 Billy Bringear says they’ve got boots on the ground with chainsaws rescuing survivors from the mangled homes.
Cut 9 (07) “…destruction it did.”
Cajun Navy 2016 responders from Baton Rouge are in Lee County, which saw the heaviest impact from the tornado outbreak.
Tax season is in full swing and that can mean tax refunds are on the way too. IRS Spokesperson Raphael Tulino says anyone curious about their return status, can check online, rather than calling the IRS…
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Taxpayers can expect their refund within 21 days after filing, but if three weeks pass, Tulino says feel free to call the federal agency…