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Louisiana Republican chair at RNC wins praise from other delegates
Eric Skrmetta was still buzzing about the Republican National Convention a week after he had returned home to Metairie. Skrmetta, a third-term member of the Public Service Commission, chaired the Louisiana delegation at the convention. That meant it fell to him to fill the time-honored role at political party conventions...
Four cases of West Nile neuroinvasive disease found in La.
Special to the American Press The Louisiana Department of Health’s Office of Public Health has confirmed four human cases of West Nile neuroinvasive disease in the Northeast Louisiana community of Winnsboro. These cases were reported between July 5-24. Louisiana has reported a total of eight West Nile neuroinvasive disease cases in the state in 2024. […]
Louisiana Stomach ‘Bug’ Might Be Something More Sinister
It's summertime and all over Louisiana from Monroe and Ruston in the north to Lake Charles and Lafayette in the south emergency departments at hospitals and walk-in clinics too are full of people all complaining about a similar symptom. This scenario has many health officials concerned because the spike in "stomach bugs" appears to be related to a more serious medical malady.
Study: Can Estrogen Treatment Help Women Avoid Cognitive Decline?
Louisiana researchers are testing estrogen’s potential use in preventing women’s cognitive decline later in life. So far, it appears that short-term estrogen use, in middle age, leads to improved brain health long after use ends. The research is being led by Tulane University Professor of Brain Science, Jill...
Major Retailer Closing 6 Louisiana Stores: Including Shreveport
For a variety of reasons, sadly, the days of the old 'brick & mortar' stores are going the way of pay telephones and VHS players. Even though there are those who order groceries online, I think there will always be a place for some types of stores that people will still want to visit in person.
Customers who save on electric bills could be forced to pay utility company for lost profits
Louisiana’s major electric utilities are still pushing state regulators to allow them to charge customers for the costs of a new statewide energy efficiency program and for the electricity customers will no longer need because of that program. A large group that included Louisiana Public Service Commission staff, utility company executives, consumer advocates and other […]
Bally’s Corp Announces Merger with Queen Casino & Entertainment, Expanding Louisiana Operations
Baton Rouge, LA – Bally’s Corporation has announced a definitive merger agreement with Standard General L.P., its largest stockholder, to acquire the company’s outstanding shares for $18.25 per share. This transaction, valued at approximately $4.6 billion, represents a 71% premium over Bally’s 30-day volume weighted average price prior to Standard General’s initial acquisition proposal. The merger will see Bally’s combine with The Queen Casino & Entertainment Inc. (QC&E), expanding its portfolio to 19 gaming and entertainment facilities across 11 U.S. states, including two key properties in Louisiana.
2 Louisiana Cities in Top 5 for Identity Theft Cases
SHREVEPORT, LA - It is such a hassle to deal with identity theft and can be quite expensive. If you have not been a victim, you probably know someone who has. Kim Komando reports the Federal Trade Commission report more than 400,000 cases of credit card fraud happen every year. That number keeps climbing.
Louisiana: If You See This Device, You’re Being Recorded
Have You Ever Wanted to Secretly Record a Conversation?. There have been times when I wish I could have recorded someone and played it back to see if I actually heard what I thought I heard. Do you know how many arguments I could have won in my past relationship?
Concerts, Festivals, And Live Music In Southwest Louisiana This Weekend July 26-28
The weekend is finally here and it's about time, right? There are a lot of events going on in Southwest Louisiana this weekend including concerts, one of the largest festivals in Southwest Louisiana, and live music in bars and restaurants across the area. Here is your list of things to...
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