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The House Health and Welfare Committee advanced a bill Wednesday that would require seafood sellers to clearly market whether the seafood is local or imported from other countries like China.

For the first time in over 40 years, the USS Kidd has been extracted from her “cradle” on Baton Rouge’s downtown riverfront and prepared for tow to the Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors (TMC) shipyard in Houma, LA, where she will undergo a comprehensive overhaul. USS Kidd’s last overhaul was in 1962, which underscores the importance of this effort.

North Larose Elementary School teacher Ms. Derricka Arceneaux, was recently named a Louisiana Exemplary Educator, and is one of only 16 educators in the state to receive this honor. 

More than 10 local students took home the Gold in their respective categories, with several others claiming Silver and Bronze.

On Monday, a local group known as the Gamma Chapter of Kappa Kappa Iota, delivered stuffed animals and children’s books to the Special Victim’s Unit (SVU) of the TPSO. The items will be utilized and given to children that are encountered during the course of difficult investigations.

Faculty, students, and staff will celebrate and thank Mrs. Ford for her years of service with a special Mass and Reception this May.

Beginning today, customers will have the option to purchase a Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp (Louisiana Duck Stamp) online or at their local license vendor.

According to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission, state observation surveys and fatality data show that pickup truck drivers and passengers fall well behind occupants of other kinds of passenger vehicles when it comes to wearing seat belts.

Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet is very pleased to announce the newest addition to our Crisis Negotiations team, Senior Dy. LeeAnn Bergeron, who currently serves as a School Resource Officer (SRO), with the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Next week, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will offer new or renewal commercial fishing licenses and boat registration transactions at the Bourg field office.

As the need for cost effective housing continues to escalate, SCPDC & SCRACH recognizes the invaluable role that property donations can play in making these homes affordable. By contributing lots, individuals can directly contribute to the revitalization of neighborhoods and strengthen our community.

Services at the Homeless Day Shelter will include meals, showers, laundry, access to local news, bathrooms, phones, and more, for anyone experiencing or at the risk of homelessness.

“This will bring a whole plethora of organisms to the bay where they can thrive and the anglers can enjoy,” said Rad Trascher, Executive Vice President of CCA Louisiana.

On April 21, 2024, 63 men and women arrived at the Louisiana State Police Training Academy to begin their training before earning the right to call themselves Louisiana State Troopers. Each Cadet brings their individual life experiences with them, culminating together into Cadet Class 104.