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Louisiana receives national recognition for ongoing fight against litter
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (386+ words) This February, Louisiana's leaders against litter were recognized for their commitment to keeping our Sportsman's Paradise clean and beautiful at the Keep America Beautiful National Summit. Winners included Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser representing the Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation and…...
Louisiana's Cajun Bayou names Jay Schexnaydre as new President and CEO
3+ week, 5+ day ago (138+ words) Louisiana's Cajun Bayou Tourism is proud to announce Jay Schexnaydre as their new President and CEO. Mr. Schexnaydre brings an extensive amount of travel and tourism experience to the position. He previously served as Operations Manager at Laura Plantation in…...
Kennedy announces $479.8 million in disaster aid for Louisiana
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (129+ words) Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $479,804,729 in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grants for Louisiana. These grants will fund restoration and hazard mitigation efforts related to Hurricanes Isaac, Laura, Zeta, Ida, and Francine, and…...
Extreme Cold Watch issued for southern Louisiana through next week, dangerous wind chills expected
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (196+ words) The Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government has announced an Extreme Cold Watch for our area. The Extreme Cold Watch was issued January 23 at 11:23AM CST until January 27 at 12:00PM CST by NWS New Orleans LA. Dangerously cold wind chills ranging from near 0 to…...
From freezing temps to Christmas heat: South Louisiana braces for 80° holiday week
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (113+ words) An 80" Christmas looks possible for south Louisiana. The trend keeps getting warmer and warmer unfortunately," said New Orleans based Meteorologist Zack Fradella. You will have to go WAY north to ... After this past weekend's arctic temperatures, residents of southern Louisiana…...
Louisiana announces major State Farm insurance rate changes affecting 1.3 million policyholders
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (246+ words) Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple has approved State Farm's request for a 5.9% average rate decrease on its over 1,066,000 personal auto insurance policyholders. State Farm is the largest personal auto insurer in Louisiana and writes approximately 30% of the market. The change takes…...
Louisiana anglers invited to help shape 10-year black bass management strategy in new survey
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (145+ words) The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries invites Louisiana bass anglers to take part in the Statewide Black Bass Angler Survey. The survey gathers information on anglers" experiences, preferences, and opinions regarding the management of Louisiana"s three black bass…...
Louisiana, Ontario forge historic agreement to expand Francophone economic and cultural cooperation
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (437+ words) Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser and the Honorable Caroline Mulroney, President of the Treasury Board of Ontario and Minister of Francophone Affairs, sign a Letter of Intent on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, to strengthen Francophone ties between the two jurisdictions. (Image Credit: Council…...
Louisiana becomes first state approved for $1.3 billion in statewide internet expansion
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (196+ words) Governor Jeff Landry announced today that Louisiana is the first state in the country to receive federal approval of its final proposal to deploy $1.355 billion in Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funding. The approval marks a major milestone for…...
Louisiana to distribute 100% of federal SNAP benefits within the week
4+ mon, 3+ day ago (163+ words) The Louisiana Department of Health is preparing to distribute 100% of federal SNAP funds to eligible recipients, including able-bodied adults, within a week. Beginning next week, full federal benefits will be paid to eligible SNAP households that have not yet received…...