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‘Kindness in another’s trouble’
The quiet community of Paradis is still in shock over the shooting death of 15-year-old Seth Veillon, allegedly by his father. […]
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The ABC’s of Faith are a good guide of how we should be living
With so much attention directed at the traditional gaming bills that were introduced for the regular session, the Louisiana Lottery Corporation has received nary a political glance at the Capitol lately. […]
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Lottery lost in Legislature’s gaming shuffle
Plus other states, such as Georgia and Illinois, have moved some sales online, which is an experiment Lottery officials here are following with interest. But it’s not the only thing. […]
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Jesus’ Resurrection has given our bodies a new dignity and importance
On Easter Sunday, I heard someone wishing another person a “Happy Resurrection” instead of “Happy Easter.” That might be more “spiritually correct.” However, scholars are not exactly sure of the origin of the word “Easter.” […]
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What it means to help those in need
Monday’s apartment complex fire was intense and devastating, but no match for the people of St. Charles Parish. […]
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House Republican chair targets agency heads
The last bill that Rep. Lance Harris managed to file for the ongoing regular session seeks to add “new layers of transparency” to the way agency and department heads do their state jobs and earn money. […]
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Modern technology can be used by the average person for both good and evil
In the early 60’s, my Dad met a stranger who was new to our small town. From the beginning, this enchanting newcomer fascinated my Dad and we invited him to live with our family. We quickly accepted the stranger and he became part of our family. […]
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Congressman may run for governor on constitutional platform
In yet another signal that Congressman Ralph Abraham will be on the ballot in 2018 and probably 2019, the veterinarian-turned-physician told LaPolitics recently that his potential bid for governor would be anchored by a vow to rewrite key sections of Louisiana’s guiding charter. […]
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Understanding Inherited IRAs
At first glance, the rules surrounding inherited IRAs are complex. Here are some questions (and potential answers) to consider if you have inherited one or may in the future. […]