Louisiana has long been a powerhouse of American industry, with our railroads serving as the lifeblood of commerce and transportation. Our railways crisscross the state, connecting our communities and natural resources to the world. Yet, Congress — led by U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas — threatens to derail this economic artery with the Railroad Safety Enhancement Act.
Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church Knights of Columbus Chapter 2012 Grand Knight Tommy Dennis recently honored Jeremy Doucet as Knight of the Month and Michael and Erin Fontenot as Family of the Month.
Three knee surgeries and a plethora of broken bones would be enough to make any athlete hang up their spikes. However, for one Jennings softball player, it’s been a mere bump in the road in what has become an illustrious career. Kylie Price is a senior at Jennings High School and has gone through all of those aforementioned injuries and has still managed to rack up awards along with carrying a whopping 4.12 grade point average throughout her high school days. She is a three-sport student-athlete who also plays volleyball and throws the javelin for the Lady Bulldog track team. Price got into the subject of how she started playing softball, but it came from a non-competitive baseball league to start.
Excessive heat. Emerging diseases. Severe storms and off-season illnesses. The environmental hazards associated with climate change threaten the physical and mental health of children and families — and can be a source of anxiety.
As humans, we need water, food and sleep. OK — more than that. We also need a good immune system, among other things. But thanks to plants and the sun, we as humans can eat, breathe and live. Ultimately, our survival depends on them.
