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Of the 22,236 citizens living in Grant Parish in 2021, 79.4% were old enough to vote, equating to 17,649 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Natchitoches Parish in week ending Mar. 16?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Natchitoches Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

Congresswoman Julia Letlow Questions U.S. Agriculture Department Secretary Vilsack on Assistance for Louisiana Farmers

During the FY2025 Department of Agriculture Budget Hearing, Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) brought attention to the challenges facing Louisiana farmers and producers due to adverse weather conditions. In a conversation with U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, Letlow emphasized the urgent need for assistance to the crawfish industry in the state.Representative Letlow pointed out the severe impact of drought on Louisiana's agriculture sector, stating, "my district is one of the more robust and diverse agriculture districts in the country." She...

75.1% of Rapides Parish residents old enough to vote in 2021

Of the 130,459 citizens living in Rapides Parish in 2021, 75.1% were old enough to vote, equating to 97,918 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Cassidy Secures $1.3 Billion for Louisiana in Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations Bills

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced he secured $1,268,523,000.00 for Louisiana in the annual appropriations bills for fiscal year 2024—the most of any member in the Louisiana Congressional Delegation. Cassidy voted against a partial government shutdown. Throughout all 12 appropriations bills, there is $28 million for the Morganza to the Gulf Project, more than $12 million for water infrastructure, $5.5 million for mental health and substance abuse services, and $6 million for the Team Gleason Foundation for ALS health services."No matter where...

Cassidy, Kennedy Secure Extension for Louisiana Hydropower Projects

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and John Kennedy (R-LA) have successfully secured an extension for two Louisiana hydropower projects, the Overton Lock and Dam and the Red River Lock and Dam #3. The Senate passed Cassidy and Kennedy’s bill to allow the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to extend licenses for the construction of new hydropower projects affected by supply chain shortages since 2020. The licenses for both projects are set to expire in less than a month.“Hydropower is reliable, safe, and responsible. The federal government should be enabling...

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Beauregard Parish in week ending Mar. 16

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Beauregard Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

Kyron Gibson, former Peabody Magnet High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

Their team entered the tournament as a 10 seed.

Medium state superintendent cade brumley 2023

Enrollment Analysis: Black students comprised 42% of Avoyelles Parish's student body in 2022-23 school year

Avoyelles Parish schools reported 2,448 Black students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year.

Caldwell Parish Education: 2 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

Asian students made up 0.1% of the enrollment in Caldwell Parish public schools in the 2022-23 school year.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Concordia Parish in week ending Mar. 16?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Concordia Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

Secretary Yellen to Cassidy: “The President Doesn’t Have a Plan” to Save Social Security

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) recently engaged in a heated exchange with U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen during a U.S. Senate Finance Committee hearing regarding President Biden's lack of a concrete plan to address the impending insolvency of Social Security and Medicare. Cassidy criticized the President for relying solely on tax hikes and failing to collaborate with Congress on a viable solution.During the hearing, Cassidy confronted Secretary Yellen about the administration's approach to safeguarding Social Security, to which Yellen admitted, "The...

There were 2 Asian students enrolled in Grant Parish schools in 2022-23 school year

Asian students made up 0.1% of the enrollment in Grant Parish public schools in the 2022-23 school year.

1 gas station in cities throughout Natchitoches Parish had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 16

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Natchitoches Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

How many Black students were enrolled in Natchitoches Parish schools in 2022-23 school year?

Black students made up 53.7% of the enrollment in Natchitoches Parish public schools in the 2022-23 school year.

Cassidy Issues Statement on Whistleblower Report Questioning Safety of Indian Shrimp

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), has spoken out in response to the recent whistleblower report regarding the safety of Indian shrimp imported into the United States. Dr. Cassidy expressed his concerns after the Outlaw Ocean Project's report highlighted issues at the Choice Canning Company’s shrimp processing facility in India."Today’s report outlining the abuses at Choice Canning Company’s shrimp processing factory in India makes clear why Indian shrimp does not belong on the shelf alongside Louisiana shrimp," emphasized Dr. Cassidy. He further pointed...

Cassidy Announces $9.4 Million for Louisiana in Hurricane Ida Relief