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Attics, sheds, and closets are full of history
Taking part in family history research is similar to digging for treasure. However, a family’s collection would be lost forever if not preserved in a…
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Calcea Johnson is proving the impossible
LSU freshman Calcea Johnson and a high school classmate Ne'Kiya Jackson discovered a new proof for the Pythagorean Theorem. Today, Johnson is studying…
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'My dad went to bed hungry’ remembers Donaldsonville Mayor, a child tax credit supporter
Just down the street from Donaldsonville’s City Hall in the historic district, movie crews setup for months long taping of “Grilled Cheese,” a new…
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Danish singer's worldwide search leads to father in Baker, La
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Beyond Louisiana, mother and children explore and learn the world unapologetically
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Louise Calloway, wife of Judge Curtis Calloway, killed in grocery store parking lot
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Stepping into the middle of a real-life battle over voting rights
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First Black candidate for parish clerk John 'Tree' Smith says office needs transparency
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'We’re creating a problem where one does not exist.' Opponents speak against policing bill
House panel advances bill requiring 25-foot distance from police officers. Penalties for violations could include a 60 days in jail and a $500 fine.
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A House committee rejected a proposed change to abortion laws
The proposed constitutional amendment was aimed at overturning the state’s abortion ban and safeguarding individual rights in pregnancy-related health…
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John Pierre promoted to Southern University and A&M College chancellor
Pierre has been chancellor of the Southern University Law Center and SU System interim executive vice president.
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Descendants purchase their enslaved ancestor's home and the site of America's largest slave revolt
Jocyntia and Joyceia Banner were steeped in the tales of their grandmother who recounted the harrowing events of the 1811 revolt. Today, they own the…
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Let the DrumRoll for Keion Jackson, Joycelyn Johnson, Theo Richards, and Shalanda Young
SU Police Chief Joycelyn M. Johnson gains international leadership, Theo Richards becomes CEO of CATS, Shalanda Young featured in 'People', Port Allen…
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Grassroots advocates invited to step into the world of policymaking
On April 12, The Middleburg Institute will host a role-playing policy simulation focused on economic policies including child tax credit
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Bayou Boxes & Beyond opens with promise to be Amite's premier pack and ship center
Located at 1101 W Oak St. Suite 2 in Amite, Bayou Boxes & Beyond also offers a curated selection of unique gifts.
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