Governor signs bill favoring business and industry

Surrounded by legislators, economic development leaders and business stakeholders from around the state, Governor Jeff Landry signed legislation that fulfills his commitment to overhaul the state’s approach to economic development and revitalize business investment and job creation throughout the...

Senator marks D-Day at the Normandy American Cementery in France

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) Thursday marked the 80th anniversary of DDay in Normandy, France, as part of a congressional delegation trip.

Senator marks D-Day at the Normandy American Cemetery in France

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) Thursday marked the 80th anniversary of DDay in Normandy, France, as part of a congressional delegation trip.

LSUA’s Central Louisiana Economic Dashboard for May Released

The Louisiana State University of Alexandria College of Business releases its May 2024 issue of the Central Louisiana Economic Dashboard.

COMMON SENSE

I wrote in my column over a month ago that no one should be surprised over former president Donald Trump’s conviction in a New York Court last week. As we say in the South, Trump was a gone pecan from the get-go. There are a number of reasons why.

Governor sees passage of his priority bills on several issues

On Monday the Louisiana Legislature ended the 2024 Regular Session with major wins delivered to the people who live, work, and visit our State. Gov.

La. Sport Hall of Fame weekend will be special event for the state

Dear Editor:One of the most exciting events of the year in Natchitoches, and for that matter in Louisiana as well, is on the horizon.

Group applauds Governor for his stand on women’s rights

Today, Independent Women’s Voice (IWV) applauds Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry for standing with women and signing House Bill 608 the “Women’s Safety and Protection Act” into law. The bill was introduced by Rep.

Supreme Court will admit military spouses to La. Bar

Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Jay B. McCallum administered the oath of office to Katie Jo Miller, Esq., who is the first military spouse attorney to take advantage of the opportunity to practice law in Louisiana under Louisiana Supreme Court Rule XVII, Section 15.

We need to do more to serve our country!

I hope everyone enjoyed their recent Memorial Day weekend. Many Louisianans were vacationing over the long holiday or enjoying a cookout with family and friends. Many stores held sales advertising for us to have a “Happy Memorial Day.