LAKE ARTHUR — Due to the age and state of the Town of Lake Arthur’s garbage truck, the council voted to approve the purchase of a new truck and enter into a short-term contract with a garbage removal company.
The city is hosting a new event that offers the community a free and fun hands-on learning experience about the innovative machinery and equipment that help to keep area businesses running smoothly.
WELSH — Welsh High School (WHS) Agriscience (Ag) students and Future Farmers of America (FFA) members recently began a research study to test the sustainability of plants on the space station and proved the importance of science for young students.
Local legislators talked about the state budget, along with other fiscal issues that will be addressed during the 2023 Louisiana Legislative Session set to convene April 10.
Funeral services for Mr. Graylon Frederick Buch, 57, of Jennings will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Miguez Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Josh Belt officiating.
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A lawsuit against oil and gas companies over damage to Louisiana’s wetlands will remain in state court, the U.S. Supreme Court said, rejecting an appeal by major energy companies who wanted to get the case moved to a federal court.
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The number of signatures needed to force a recall election against New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell would drop by 5,000, under a court agreement awaiting a judge’s approval Wednesday.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal officials sued a Louisiana chemical maker on Tuesday, alleging that it presents an unacceptable cancer risk to the nearby majority-Black community and demanding cuts in toxic emissions.
