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‘...the very Young at Heart’

The monthly Young at Heart luncheon for seniors was held on May 7 at the First United Methodist Church.Musicians Johnnie Dunn and Buster Jordan entertained everyone with a sing-along program of popular gospel, country, and folk songs.May birthdays were celebrated by June Durr and Kit Parker.

Kennedy reintroduces CRAWDAD Act to support Louisiana jobs, culture

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today reintroduced the Crawfish Recovery Assistance from Weather Disasters and Droughts (CRAWDAD) Act. The bill would support Louisiana crawfish jobs when severe weather puts strain on the industry.

JUST TALKIN’

A mom is more than someone who wipes noses, changes diapers and worse!A mom is the one who holds the greatest influence on her children. She steers the course of their hearts toward certain values and beliefs.

La. OMV reports progress in REAL ID sign-ups

The Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) announces significant success in preparing residents for the federal REAL ID enforcement date. Through outreach, expanded services, and public engagement campaigns, the OMV has assisted more than 1.

Northwestern State will hold 2 graduations in Prather Coliseum

Northwestern State University will award diplomas during three Commencement ceremonies Wednesday, May 14 and Thursday, May 15 in Prather Coliseum.The ceremony for graduates from the College of Business and Technology and the Gallaspy College of Education and Human Development will be at 10 a.m.

Bills will ban interference

Louisiana lawmakers are moving forward with a proposed constitutional amendment and companion legislation aimed at shutting down a loophole that critics say allows foreign actors to influence U.S. elections — not through candidates, but through ballot initiatives.