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Welding competition sparks passion for trade
The Sullivan Campus hosted an electrifying event, welcoming students from Franklinton High, Varnado High, Fontainebleau High, Pearl River…
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Peterson to discuss latest book
On Thursday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. Dr. Jordan B. Peterson will be at the Saenger Theatre in…
Business
Franklinton Chamber of Commerce continues to grow
By Kevin Speakman The Franklinton Chamber of Commerce assembled at Sugar Shack in Franklinton for their monthly meeting…
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Distracted driving causes thousands of Louisiana crashes each year
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission reminds everyone to “Buckle Up, Phone Down.”…
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Coastal restoration could get more funding from possible ballot measure
By Steve Wilson | The Center Square A ballot measure could decide whether federal royalties on alternative energy production…
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Banning school mandates for COVID-19 vaccines to get a floor vote
By Steve Wilson | The Center Square Prohibiting requirements of a COVID-19 vaccine in all Louisiana schools, public…
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Washington voters choose Sims as next district attorney
Washington Parish voters on Saturday picked Collin Sims for their new district attorney with a 52 percent majority.…
Business
Higgins: SBA has approved disaster request for crawfish farmers
U.S. Congressman Clay Higgins, R-La., said the Small Business Administration has approved Gov. Jeff Landry’s drought disaster declaration…
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Saturday’s Presidential Primary is a closed primary
By Rita LeBleu Are you registered to vote as a Democrat, Republican, Independent, Green Party or Libertarian? On…
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Senate passes Kennedy bill to protect hydropower projects
The Senate passed legislation from U.S. Sens. John Kennedy and Bill Cassidy, both Louisiana Republicans, that would protect…