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News from January 2024

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Median age of Winn Parish residents is 41

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2024

Winn Parish residents have a median age of 41-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Rapides Parish in week ending Jan. 27?

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Rapides Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Boil Advisory Issued for Benjamin Street in Alexandria, Louisiana

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2024

Alexandria, Louisiana— Repairs to a 6-inch water main on Benjamin Street has resulted in the need for a boil water advisory, according to Luis Saucier, Assistant Superintendent of the Water Department."Because water pressure was lost during the repair process, the water in the affected area may have been compromised," said Saucier.As a precautionary measure, the Alexandria Water Department has issued a boil advisory for customers located in the area highlighted on the attached map. The advisory is effective immediately and will remain in effect until further notice....

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Cassidy Announces $14 Million in Hurricane Ida, Laura Relief

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has announced that Louisiana is set to receive $14,090,773.50 in relief funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the damages caused by Hurricanes Ida and Laura. Dr. Cassidy expressed his appreciation for the resilience shown by the people of Louisiana in the face of these devastating storms.In a statement, Dr. Cassidy said, "Despite the impact of these hurricanes still being felt years later, Louisianans have remained resilient. This funding will help our communities recover and rebuild."The funding from FEMA...

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Cassidy Announces $27.2 Million in Congressional Support for Louisiana Seafood Industry

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce will allocate $27,152,411.00 to support the Louisiana fisheries, seafood industries, and fishing communities affected by various disasters between 2017 and 2022. The funding, which was appropriated by Congress, aims to provide much-needed relief to an industry that has been hit hard in recent years."From natural disasters, flooding, and even the pandemic, Louisiana fisheries have been hit from all sides over the past few years," said Dr. Cassidy. "We worked hard to secure this money...

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Cassidy Announces Federal Government, LSU to Team Up on Carbon Capture Initiative

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has announced a new partnership between the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and Louisiana State University (LSU) to establish one of the first-ever NSF Regional Innovation Engines. The Louisiana Energy Engine will focus on supporting carbon capture projects and conducting research on the use of hydrogen as an alternative fuel, carbon dioxide as a feedstock, and sustainable water."Louisiana is leading the way in carbon capture, making this an investment in Louisiana but also the future of the United States," said Dr. Cassidy....

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Louisiana Christian Wildcats matchups set for upcoming college basketball season

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2024

The Louisiana Christian Wildcats’ season starts on Thu Nov. 9 at Ruston.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Sabine Parish in week ending Jan. 27?

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Sabine Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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31 is median age of Vernon Parish residents by 2021

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

Vernon Parish residents have a median age of 31-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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JT Curry and Sedric Curry, former Southern University Lab School standouts, played on Saturday, January 27 in NAIA game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The LSU-Alexandria Generals won 87-73 in their NAIA game against the Texas A&M-Texarkana Eagles on Saturday, January 27.

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On Saturday, January 27, former Millwood High School standout Justin Wilson’s college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The game took place in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

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Chris Mubiru, former West Oaks Academy standout, played on Saturday, January 27 in NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The game took place in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

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Jourdain Dishmond, former Holy Savior Menard High School standout, played on Saturday, January 27 in NAIA game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The game took place in Alexandria, Louisiana.

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Emanuel Luzardo, former Anacoco High School standout, played on Saturday, January 27 in NAIA game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The LSU-Alexandria Generals won 87-73 in their NAIA game against the Texas A&M-Texarkana Eagles on Saturday, January 27.

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On Saturday, January 27, Lincoln High School standout John Wilson competed in NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The game took place in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

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Rayville High School standout Kashie Natt’s college team won in NAIA game on Saturday, January 27

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The game took place in Alexandria, Louisiana.

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JD Allen, former Wesson High School standout, played on Saturday, January 27 in NAIA game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The LSU-Alexandria Generals won 87-73 in their NAIA game against the Texas A&M-Texarkana Eagles on Saturday, January 27.

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On Saturday, January 27, White Castle High School standout Keyon Giroir competed in NAIA game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The LSU-Alexandria Generals won 87-73 in their NAIA game against the Texas A&M-Texarkana Eagles on Saturday, January 27.

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On Saturday, January 27, Silsbee High School standout Braelon Bush competed in NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The game took place in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

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On Saturday, January 27, Arlington High School standout Jae Slack competed in NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2024

The Northwestern State Demons lost 68-79 in their NCAA D1 game against the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders on Saturday, January 27.