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New Sarpy woman finds success with Mah Melanin
As an 8-year-old child, she had an idea and desire. Now as an adult, she has a thriving business that has garnered both national and international attention. […]
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Local principal included as Department of Education launches Hurricane Preparedness Commission
The Louisiana Department of Education recently announced the launch of The Protect Louisiana Schools: Hurricane Preparedness Commission, Louisiana’s first statewide commission centered on solidifying the state public school system’s core infrastructures and creating operational best practices for school systems and leaders during hurricanes. […]
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Corps of Engineers recommends 100-year levee for the West Bank
St. Charles Parish is one step closer to a West Bank levee, as it was recently announced that that Lt. Gen. Spellmon, USACE Commanding General and 55th Chief of Engineers, approved the Chief’s Report for the Upper Barataria Basin Louisiana Feasibility Study. […]
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Local attorney defies odds
“You go from never stopping to ‘You’re never going to move.’ That’s mind-blowing information.” […]
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After three years apart, military dad surprises son in class for 13th birthday
Xavier Johnson’s eyes lit up as did his smile as he darted across the classroom to embrace a very special, unexpected visitor. […]
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New seafood market opens in Des Allemands
Des Allemands now has another seafood market option, as Ray Schlaudecker recently announced that he will open a Ray’s Seafood in Des Allemands. […]
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FEMA-issued flood policies set to increase 18 percent per year
St. Charles Parish resident Jennifer Simard learned first-hand how drastically flood insurance changed when the National Flood Insurance Program rolled out its new program – known as Risk Rating 2.0. […]
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Local residents struggle with hurricane insurance claims
Slow responses to claims and a lack of communication. A revolving door of insurance adjusters assessing damages. Low payment offers with arbitrary depreciation. […]
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Free training program opens road to employment for locals
Those looking to gain employment or change careers may have a clear pathway to doing just that via a free-of-charge training program offered by the Louisiana Workforce Commission. […]