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Louisiana gaming revenues show mixed trends for December
By Nolan McKendry| The Center Square Louisiana’s gambling industry wrapped up December with mixed performance across its various ...
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Names in the News: People shaping the future of Lake Area business
Juneau new VP of clinic operations Ochsner Christus Health–Southwest Louisiana has named Jeremiah “JJ” Juneau as vice president ...
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Entergy prepares for potential hard freeze, winter precipitation
Special to the American Press Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans continue to actively monitor the frigid temperatures ...
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Sierra Club issues report on ITEPs for LNG facilities
The Sierra Club calculated that industrial tax breaks for existing and planned natural gas export facilities will cost ...
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Hundreds attend meeting as proposed carbon capture project faces backlash
A proposed carbon capture project faced a backlash Monday as hundreds of residents from Allen, Jeff Davis, Vernon ...
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Jeff Davis Police Jury wants seat at Economic Development Commission table
JENNINGS – The Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury says it wants to join the parish’s Economic Development Commission. ...
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Rooted in mindfulness: How one local metaphysical shop is nurturing holistic healing in SW La.
With the new year comes goal-setting. People focus on exercise and weight loss, skill building, and personal growth ...
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Fat Boyz Kitchen Table, Luna Bar and Grill among the ‘best’
Two Southwest Louisiana restaurants have been rated “best” by America — Fat Boyz Kitchen Table and Luna Bar ...
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LC business owner sentenced for Clean Air Act violations
Special to the American Press A Lake Charles business owner was recently sentenced to 10 months of home ...
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George Swift’s new chapter: ‘Never too late to start over’
George Swift, the founding Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance president/CEO, announced he would be stepping down earlier this ...
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Nuggets vs. Pelicans Tickets Available – Wednesday, Feb. 5
On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, the Denver Nuggets (27-16) hit the court against the New Orleans Pelicans (12-32)…
January 23 NHL TV Schedule: TV Channel, Start Times & Live Streaming Options
The Vegas Golden Knights versus the St. Louis Blues is one of many strong options on Thursday’s NHL…
Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Thursday, January 23
The Marist Red Foxes versus the Niagara Purple Eagles is one of many solid options on Thursday in…
How to Watch Top 25 College Basketball Games – Thursday, January 23
There are two games on the college basketball schedule on Thursday that feature a ranked squad. That includes…
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Thursday, January 23
Thursday’s college basketball slate includes two games with a ranked team on the court. Among those contests is…