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Copper stolen from water well pump sites

Acadia Parish Sheriff’s deputies are investigating thefts which occurred in the northeastern portion of Acadia Parish near Church Point.

Battle lines form in redistricting

Battle lines were being drawn between Democrats and Republicans in the Louisiana Legislature Tuesday as the two sides proposed new congressional maps as a special redistricting session got underway.

Thomas faces affirmative action on the high court

Exactly 10 years ago, the Supreme Court was presented with a case involving affirmative action. The majority rejected a policy employed by the University of Texas which allowed it to consider race as one factor in its admissions decisions.

A national popular vote is closer than you think

The 2020 presidential election, and the intense debate that has continued for more than year after its conclusion, have invariably led to new proposals to affect future national elections.

DAs warn juveniles about violent crime

Just one day after District Attorney Don Landry’s news conference on juvenile justice, his “get tough” policy is being put to the test.

Workforce declined in Dec., jobless rates fell

The Tri-Parish workforce in December 2021 was down compared to December 2020, according to statistics released Tuesday by the Louisiana Workforce Commission.

Mardi Gras cleanup planned

Volunteers are needed for a targeted cleanup before Eunice’s Mardi Gras.