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Animal of Things

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Big Cat Ownership Laws in Louisiana: What Is Banned, Who Is Exempt, and What Penalties Apply

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Big cat ownership laws in Louisiana are strict, and the short version is simple: private citizens cannot buy, import, or keep a tiger, lion, leopard, jaguar, cheetah, or cougar. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) enforces the ban, and a narrow grandfather clause protects only owners who held a cat before a 2006 … This article, Big Cat Ownership Laws in Louisiana: What Is Banned, Who Is Exempt, and What Penalties Apply , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Do You Need a Draw Permit to Hunt Deer as a Nonresident in Kansas? • Is There a Limit on How Many Deer Licenses You Can Buy in Montana? • When Is Deer Season in Pennsylvania? What the Game Commission’s 2026-27 Rules Say

Louisiana · 2d

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Broadband expansion in St. Tammany Parish brings Louisiana closer to full connectivity, connecting over one thousand locations

A broadband expansion project in St. Tammany Parish adds to growth opportunities for communities across the state by expanding access to reliable, high-speed internet for over one thousand locations, advancing the state's goal of achieving full connectivity across Louisiana. Delivered by Spectrum, this expansion brings reliable broadband service to 940...

St Tammany Parish, LA · 1d
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Classic Rock 105.1

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Best Choices - 7 Monday Plate Lunches in Acadiana

What's cooking for lunch on Monday? The selection is so much more than just beans on the stove.

Louisiana · 19h

WNTZ

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Louisiana GOP shifts focus to congressional runoff races as December election nears

The Republican Party of Louisiana looks to continue its work after the Nov. 3 election.

Louisiana · 1d

wbrz.com

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State's first recreational alligator harvest in 50 years ended with more than 1,800 gators harvested

BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries' first recreational alligator harvest in 50 years wrapped up last month with more than 1,800 gators being harvested. According to LDWF statistics, 3,606 hunters harvested the 1,817 gators. "Louisiana's first recreational alligator season was a success!,'' Louisiana Gov. Jeff...

Louisiana · 8h

wgno.com

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United Cajun Navy launches 7th search for missing Texas woman

IBERVILLE PARISH, La. (KLFY) — More than a month after Christian Munn Holliday disappeared following a crash on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge, her family and volunteers returned to Whiskey Bay Saturday to continue searching for her. Christian ‘Chrissy” Munn Holliday, 22, of Texas, disappeared Sept. 30. Louisiana State Police...

Iberville Parish, LA · 1d

Listen Up Ya'll

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DA Seeks State Help After Cassadie Double Murder Charges Dismissed, LSU Mound Restoration and Louisiana Opportunity Index Announced

Your browser does not support the audio element. The district attorney says it plans to request help from state agencies after charges were dropped in...

Baton Rouge, LA · 13h

Yahoo!

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Louisiana native, comedian Theo Von to reign as Bacchus for 2027 parade

Louisiana-born comedian and podcast host has been named the king of the Krewe of Bacchus for the 2027 Mardi Gras season. Theo Von will reign as Bacchus LVIII when the krewe's 58th annual parade rolls Sunday, Feb. 7, 2027. Known for his Southern humor and storytelling, Von hosts the popular...

New Orleans, LA · 14h

travelmag.com

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This Louisiana Levee Trail Offers 13 Miles Of Mississippi River Cycling And Waterfront Views

A paved bike path runs on top of a levee, high above the Mississippi River, for roughly 13 miles. Cargo ships drift past while you pedal. That alone sounds like a pretty great way to spend a morning. The path is 15 feet wide, with separate lanes for bikes and...

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

mindfullyamerican.com

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Buc-ee’s Is Coming to Louisiana, North Carolina and Georgia in 2027

A new Buc-ee’s can mean a new place to fill up and, for some people, a new place to clock in. Construction has already started at each site, though opening dates are still targets. Here are the new Buc-ee’s stores coming to Louisiana, North Carolina and Georgia in 2027....

North Carolina · 2d

backfirenews.com

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A 21-Minute Alexandria Stop Over a 100-Foot Blinker Rule Allegedly Included a Frisk, and the Fifth Circuit Won’t Toss Most of the Case

Louisiana wants your blinker on for at least the last 100 feet before a turn. Under La. R.S. 32:104, a driver turning left or right must signal continuously for at least the last 100 feet before the turn. That one measurement is now the hinge of a federal case. Two Alexandria police officers tried to end the case early with qualified immunity, and the Fifth Circuit refused, at least on the claims that matter most to drivers.

Louisiana · 6h

hoodline.com

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Louisiana Rape Kit Tracker Works, But 337 Kits Went Unsubmitted, Auditor Finds

Louisiana's system for tracking sexual assault kits meets the letter of state law, but a new audit found that 337 of 1,879 kits collected statewide between July 2024 and December 2025 still had not been submitted as of February 2026. The audit also found that more than a quarter of kits collected during that same period missed law-enforcement pickup timeframes, raising fresh questions about how well the state is keeping promises made to survivors when it built the system.

Louisiana · 8h

theadvocate.com

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Duck hunters welcome much colder fronts

This weekend’s cold front and colder front predicted to push Friday into south Louisiana — the forecast is calling for a 38-degree morning in seven days — has duck hunters more than ready to take to blinds in Louisiana’s West Zone for Saturday’s first segment of a 60-day season.

Louisiana · 2d

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Louisiana health officials monitor amoeba found in tap water

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The Louisiana Department of Health is monitoring cases of an amoeba found in tap water that can cause infections of the eyes, sinuses, and brain. In the last two years, health officials have tracked 10 cases of Acanthamoeba infections in the state. Who is affected. The...

Louisiana · 3h

travelmag.com

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This Louisiana Cat Sanctuary Once Sheltered Tigers And Now Helps Dozens Of Rescued House Cats

Volunteers once built a big pool for two tigers named Samson and Delilah. Today, the same rescue group spends its days caring for house cats who need a forever home. That shift alone made me stop scrolling. The cats here carry FIV, a virus that scares off many adopters. This group gives them a permanent place to live instead of a waiting list.

Frierson, LA · 11h

avoyellestoday.com

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Avoyelles 4-H plans Achievement Day and Fall Into Fun workshop in November

Avoyelles Parish 4-H members have two opportunities to participate in educational activities, competitions and hands-on learning during November. The Avoyelles Parish 4-H Office will host Achievement Day on Friday, Nov. 20, followed by its Fall Into Fun Workshop on Monday, Nov. 23. Both events will take place at the parish 4-H Office, located at 8592 Highway 1 in Mansura.

Mansura, LA · 1d

dogbreedpro.com

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20 Louisiana Yard Plants And Seeds Dog Owners Should Keep Out Of Reach

Louisiana yards are full of color, shade, and blooms almost all year long. Some of those pretty plants, though, can upset a curious dog’s body if chewed or swallowed. You do not need to rip out your whole garden to keep your pup safe. Knowing which plants and seeds to watch lets you enjoy your yard and relax a little more.

Louisiana · 1d

bizneworleans.com

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Imminent Federal THC Ban Threatens Local Businesses

NEW ORLEANS — After being named Greater New Orleans’ fastest-growing company earlier this year and recently selling its 20 millionth can, Crescent Canna faces a federal restriction that could make its popular Crescent 9 THC Seltzer illegal to sell beginning Dec. 11. The New Orleans-based beverage manufacturer has already laid off approximately 20 employees as the deadline approaches, threatening the future of a business that has expanded into more than 8,500 retail locations across 20 states.

New Orleans, LA · 8h