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Northshore woman gave away millions to unknowingly fund gambling habit of hairdresser's daughter
“It was $10,000 here and $5,000 here and it just kept going and going and going...I could barely keep my head above water," said 73-year-old Ronda Behrens. After more than a decade of helping to fund two civil lawsuits filed by her hairdresser’s daughter, a Northshore woman said she was shocked to discover last year that the money was really bankrolling a gambling habit.
Rainbow Bridge to remember furry friends
LACOMBE, Louisiana — A new installation at the St. Tammany Parish Department of Animal Services is hoping to bring comfort to families who have lost their furry companions. “It’s very peaceful,” said Assistant Director Penny Brunies. “You can come out here and just sit and remember your pet.”
Mandeville Native Karen Waldrup advances to the finals of 'The Voice'
MANDEVILLE, La. — Mandeville native Karen Waldrup is one step closer to winning "The Voice" as she advanced to the Finals thanks to the audience vote. The 37-year-old singer is moving ahead in the competition to the Top 5 and will represent Team Dan + Shay. This content is...
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