A Chalmette lawmaker moves forward a bill that would have your homeowner’s insurance company give you a price break for hardening your home’s roof to withstand hurricane winds. Rep. Ray Garafalo says consumers will fortify their homes, IF there’s an incentive…:
CUT 09 (10) “…stabilize rates.”
Garafalo’s bill moves to the House floor for debate.

A bill to make it legal for your cremated pet to be buried with you will be heard in House Commerce today. Former veterinarian and Minden Representative Wayne McMahen admits he didn’t know it was illegal to have nonhuman remains interred with humans in Louisiana.
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It’s permissible to have personal property buried with humans, things like photos, jewelry, letters, or even Bibles. McMahen says for pet lovers having the option is extremely meaningful.
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The legislation prohibits a pet owner from euthanizing a pet without a medical need for the purpose of having the pet buried at the owner’s death.

Legislation to add exceptions for rape and incest to the state’s abortion ban has also prompted other legislation in this regular session. Lift Louisiana Executive Director Michelle Erenberg says House Bill 461 by Slidell Representative Mary DuBuisson would make it easier to get an abortion to treat miscarriages, mainly getting one doctor to sign off on the abortion instead of two….
Cut 13 (08) “…appropriate healthcare.”

A second arrest has been made by Winn Parish Sheriff in connection with the shooting death of Calvin High School teacher and softball coach Kevin Chad Camp last weekend. Winn Parish Sheriff Cranford Jurdan says 42 year old Jessica Michelle Shea, was arrested Thursday

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Camp’s 17-year-old son Andrew shot his dad during an argument and is facing manslaughter.

Celebrate Scottish heritage and culture at the 2023 Scottish Tartan Festival in downtown Minden today.  Organizer Shelia Hoh says for the first time, the festival will hold the Highland games.

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There will be festival food along with traditional Scottish food.  For a schedule of events, go to scottishtartanfestival.com.

The House Insurance Committee approved a bill requiring homeowner insurance companies to provide discounts on their premiums to property owners who fortify their roofs to building code standards. The bill’s author Chalmette Representative Ray Garofalo says it’s about giving consumers incentives to fortify their homes.

Cut 9 (10) “….stabilize rates.”

Garofalo says if more homeowners fortify their homes, it helps the homeowner and the insurance company. The bill heads to the House floor.

Jefferson Parish deputies shot and killed a man wanted for questioning – after he allegedly pointed a gun at them outside a house in Metairie. Authorities were called to a  home in the 1700 block of Harvard Avenue when the man arrived in a vehicle – got out, and pointed a handgun at the deputies. At least one deputy fired and the suspect was struck multiple times. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment but later succumbed to his injuries. The suspects name has not been released.

Legislation requiring insurance companies to provide discounts to ratepayers who fortify their roofs to higher standards was approved by the House Insurance Committee. Chalmette Representative Ray Garofalo – the bill’s author – says if more homeowners fortify their roofs, that would mean less damage after a hurricane.

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HB 309 heads to the House floor.

A bill that would vie a tax break to the oil industry was approved by the House Ways and Means Committee. Eunice Representative Phillip DeVillier says the state’s tax is higher than most states.

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The bill passed on an 11-2 vote and heads to the House floor for discussion.

Get ready for kilts and a Scottish good time at the 2023 Scottish Tartan Festival in Minden today. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Jefferson Parish deputies shot and killed a man wanted for questioning – after he allegedly pointed a gun at them outside a house in Metairie. Authorities were called to a  home in the 1700 block of Harvard Avenue when the man arrived in a vehicle – got out, and pointed a handgun at the deputies. At least one deputy fired and the suspect was struck multiple times. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment but later succumbed to his injuries. The man’s name or age has not been released.

A second arrest has been made in connection with the shooting death of Calvin High Softball Coach Kevin Chad Camp. Winn Sheriff Cranford Jordan says 42-year-old Jessica Shea of Winnfield is also charged with obstruction of justice and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

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Camp’s 17-year-old son, Andrew, shot his dad during an argument and is facing a manslaughter charge. Jordan says

The House Ways and Means Committee has approved a bill that would give a tax break to the oil industry. Eunice Representative Phillip DeVillier’s measure would gradually reduce the state’s severance tax from 12.5 percent to 8.5 percent by the year 2032. He says cutting the severance tax would result in more oil production…:

CUT 07(09)      “…going down.”

The state would lose $90-million in tax revenue over the next five years If the bill is approved.

A bill mandating homeowner insurance companies to provide discounts or credits on their premiums of property owners who fortify their roofs to building code standards was approved by the House Insurance Committee. The bill’s author Chalmette Representative Ray Garofalo says it’s about giving consumers incentives to fortify their homes.

Cut 9 (10) “….stabilize rates.”

Garofalo says his bill would also require companies to reduce premiums to insurers who install mitigation improvements or retrofit their property to reduce the amount of loss from a windstorm or hurricane.

The 2023 Scottish Tartan Festival is underway today in Minden.  Organizer Sheila Hoh says the festival will be held downtown and everyone should expect a great time.

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Visit scottishtartanfestival.com for more information.

A second arrest in the shooting death of Calvin High softball coach Chad Camp. Camp was killed last Saturday, allegedly by his 17-year-old son, Andrew. Winn Sheriff Cranford Jordan (Jer-don) says 42-year-old Jessica Shea, has been charged with obstruction of justice and four counts of contributing to a minor.

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The son attended a party at She’s home before he came home and quarreled with his father.

Legislation requiring homeowner insurance companies to provide discounts on their premiums to property owners who fortify their roofs to code was approved by House Insurance. Bill author, Chalmette Representative Ray Garofalo…

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House Bill 309 heads to the House floor.

The House Ways and Means Committee approves legislation for a tax break to the oil industry. Eunice Representative Phillip DeVillier’s measure would gradually reduce the state’s severance tax from 12.5 percent to 8.5 percent by the year 2032. He says it would result in more oil production…:

Cut 7 (09)  “..going down” 

If approved, the state would lose $90-million in tax revenue over the next five years.

If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about your Celtic roots or you’re a fan of plaid, Minden is the place to be Saturday for the 2023 Scottish Tartan Festival.  The festival which began in the 90s, for the first time is being held downtown, and organizer Shelia Hoh (Hoe) there’s plenty of music to suit anyone’s taste.

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It begins at 10 am Saturday.

A second person has been arrested in connection with last weekend’s shooting death of Calvin High Softball Coach Kevin Chad Camp. Winn Sheriff Cranford Jordan says Camp’s 17-year-old son, Andrew, shot his dad during an argument and is facing a manslaughter charge. Jordan says 42-year-old Jessica Shea of Winnfield is also charged with obstruction of justice and comntributing the delinquency of a minor. He says Andrew Camp was at Shea’s home before the argument with his dad that turned fatal…:

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Prosecutors seek to charge Andrew Camp as an adult.

The House Ways and Means Committee approves a bill that would reduce the state’s oil & gas severance tax from 12.5 percent to 8.5 percent by the year 2032. Bill sponsor and Eunice Representative Phil Devillier says this particular tax is higher than many other oil-producing states…:

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That bill moves to the House floor for debate.

A Lafayette cop has been arrested for alleged indecent behavior with a juvenile. The investigation stemmed from a complaint of the officer showing a video containing sexual content to the youth. Officer Jacob Desormeaux faces two charges of obscenity. He’s on administrative leave pending an internal investigation.

If you’ve got Scottish or Irish roots or you’re a fan of kilts, you’ll want to be in Minden Saturday for the Scottish Tartan Festival. Brooke Thorington has more…:

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Another arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of a north Louisiana high school softball coach. Jeff Palermo has the story…:

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New Orleans Police are investigating four separate shooting incidents last night that left five people dead within just a five-hour span. Acting Police Superintendent Michelle Woodfork told media (quote) “these senseless acts of violence are disheartening and will not be tolerated.” The Crescent City has had more than 80 homicides so far this year.

A Chalmette lawmaker moves forward a bill that would have your homeowner’s insurance company give you a price break for hardening your home’s roof to withstand hurricane winds. Rep. Ray Garafalo says consumers will fortify their homes, IF there’s an incentive…:

CUT 09  (10)        “…stabilize rates.”

Garafalo’s bill moves to the House floor for debate.

This weekend in Minden, the annual Scottish Tartan festival; featuring plenty of Celtic music, Highland Games and traditional Scots food. Festival organizer Sheila Hoh says you can even find out what YOUR family tartan is…:

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10 til 6 Saturday in Minden. Check online at “scottishtartanfestival.com”