Around The State05/31/24 - By Greg LaRose, Louisiana Illuminator (Louisiana Illuminator) - A proposal to do away with edible hemp products in Louisiana has fizzled in the Legislature, sparing an industry that has blossomed since bungled legislation legalized it two years ago. On the House floor Friday, members attempted to find a happy medium on Senate Bill 237 by Sen. Thomas Pressly, R-Shreveport, which would have led to the demise of some 2,000 hemp-related businesses that have taken root in Louisiana since 2022. (MORE) |
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Around The State 05/31/24 - By Steve Wilson, The Center Square (The Center Square) — Louisiana lawmakers sent a bill that would create an education savings account program to Gov. Jeff Landry's desk this week and the first-term Republican says he plans to sign it into law. The Senate concurred with the changes made by the House by a 23-14 vote Thursday. (MORE) |
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Around The State 05/31/24 - By Wesley Muller, Louisiana Illuminator ( Louisiana Illuminator) - A stalled proposal that would allow local governments to withhold economic development records from the public is back in play after a narrow vote in the Louisiana Senate. House Bill 461 by Rep. Steven Jackson, D-Shreveport, earned approval from senators in a 20-18 vote. It will return to the House for final concurrence on two late-stage changes made Thursday afternoon. (MORE) |
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Treasures Of Pointe Coupee Opening Reception Friday Night Join the Arts Council of Pointe Coupee for the opening reception of Treasures of Pointe Coupee on Friday, May 31, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Poydras Center located at 500 West Main Street in New Roads. Celebrate the creative spirit of the council's 2024 Treasures artists! For more information, view the Arts Council's most recent news release here. |
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Pointe Coupee 05/30/24 Don't miss out on the final performance of 2024 at Vibes on False River this Friday night, hosted by the City of New Roads. Get ready to be blown away by the incredible talent of Tyree Neal, who will be performing from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Grab your chair or a cozy blanket and settle in either in the lot or on the grass to enjoy the music overlooking False River at Morrison Parkway. Beverages will be available for purchase, so please leave your ice chests at home. (MORE) |
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Around The State 05/30/24 - By Steve Wilson, The Center Square ( The Center Square) – With the Louisiana legislative session in its final days, a package of tort reform measures designed to help lower property and auto insurance rates remains in a holding pattern. Business groups are concerned that the package of legislation championed by Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple is stuck in limbo. (MORE) |
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Around The Area 05/30/24 Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, in partnership with the Louisiana Division of the Arts, hosts the Louisiana Arts Summit October 10 and 11, 2024 at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center in downtown Baton Rouge. This statewide conference offers artists, arts organizations, educators, business leaders and community members opportunities for discussion, networking and professional development. The two-day conference features workshops, panel discussions and interactive sessions covering such topics as cultural sustainability, economic development and the arts, long-term financial planning, disaster planning, branding and promotion, equity and accessibility, arts education and resilience for arts organizations. (MORE) |
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Pointe Coupee, Around The Area 05/29/24 At approximately 11:00 pm on May 28, 2024, a fatal two-vehicle crash occurred on Louisiana Highway 107, at the intersection of Louisiana Highway 3128 in Rapides parish. Louisiana State Police Troop E responded to investigate the incident. (MORE) |
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Pointe Coupee 05/29/24 Southeastern Louisiana University has recognized 3,862 students for their academic achievements during the spring semester of 2024 by including them on the honors list. The honors list at Southeastern Louisiana University is categorized into three academic tiers. To qualify for the President’s List, students need to have attained a grade point average of 3.50 or higher. (MORE) |
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Deacon Doucet Answers The Call To The DiaconatePointe Coupee05/29/24 - from www.diobr.org Deacon Jeremy Doucet has been active in church ministries throughout his life, yet he always felt he was called to give more of himself. Read the article at www.diobr.org. |
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Around The Area 05/29/24 - By Steve Wilson, The Center Square ( The Center Square) – The restoration of Amtrak service to the Gulf Coast is still planned, but city of Mobile officials are balking at the three-year, $3 million subsidy required by the service. City officials have yet to approve operating and lease agreements with the passenger rail service that would commence twice-daily service connecting Mobile with New Orleans with stops on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Mobile City Council's Economic, Cultural & Civic Development Development Committee met on Tuesday to discuss the status of Amtrak in the Port City. The city needs a layover track for Amtrak trains and a platform for passengers. (MORE) |
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Pointe Coupee 05/28/24 At the end of each semester, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette recognizes those students named to the President’s List and the Dean’s List. Eligible students must be enrolled full-time with a minimum 12 hours in coursework. (MORE) |
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Eight From Pointe Coupee
Pointe Coupee 05/28/24 The University of Louisiana at Lafayette honored their spring 2024 graduates at commencement ceremonies held on Friday and Saturday, May 10 and 11, 2024. A total of 1,608 degrees were conferred during the celebrations at the Cajundome and Convention Center. Among the degrees conferred, 1,249 bachelor’s degrees were granted alongside 319 master’s degrees, 38 doctoral degrees, and both a graduate and undergraduate certificate. These accomplished graduates represent a diverse array of backgrounds, hailing from 52 Louisiana parishes, 36 states and U.S. territories, as well as 40 countries. (MORE) |
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Boat Rental Company Giving Back With Discounts For Military Members, Families On Memorial Day WeekendPointe Coupee05/27/24 - from www.wbrz.com In New Roads, residents on False River Drive have been sailing through the Memorial Day weekend. Since Friday, Geaux Outdoors has been booked and busy with boat rentals. Read the article and see the video at www.wbrz.com. |
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Obituary Of Area Interest 05/27/24 In loving memory of John Mark Melancon, known affectionately as "Mark" to his family and closest friends, was a devoted husband, son, brother, and friend. His jovial spirit, love for family, and love for life will forever be remembered in the hearts of those who were touched by his presence. He was born on January 10, 1962, in Baton Rouge, and it is with a heavy heart that we announce his passing on May 18, 2024. (MORE) |
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New Roads Honors Fallen Service Men And Women With Blessing Of The Fleet CeremonyPointe Coupee 05/26/24 - from www.wbrz.com Despite windy conditions, over 50 boats took part in a centuries-old tradition to honor fallen servicemen and women for Memorial Day. Read the article and see the video at www.wbrz.com. |
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Pointe Coupee 05/26/24 In a statement issued today, the National Weather Service highlighted that several parishes in southeast Louisiana and several counties in southern Mississippi are expected to experience heat index values near 108 degrees. This advisory is in effect Monday from noon to 8 pm. (MORE) |
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Around The State 05/26/24- By Steve Wilson, The Center Square ( The Center Square) – Gaming revenues were down in Louisiana in April, according to data from the state's Gaming Control Board. Mobile gaming has taken over the sports wagering market, as attested by state data that shows proceeds up 72.9%. This is a product of more providers being approved by regulators to enter the marketplace, which began in January 2023 after being authorized by lawmakers. (MORE) |
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Pointe Coupee 05/25/24 (Note: This article was updated with new information from the original article which appeared on PCR on May 27, 2019.) It was 80 years ago this year that one of the many somber moments in World War II history that played out for family after family worldwide, hit close to home in Pointe Coupee and Memphis, Tennessee.  On January 13, 1944, 2nd Lt. Jefferson Caleb (Jeff C.) Hornsby, a 22-year-old Pointe Coupee native, perished during a U.S. Army Air Corps training mission off the coast of Puerto Rico. Lt. Hornsby had earned his wings three months prior in October 1943. In 2007, a confidential investigative report of the accident was declassified by the U.S. government and released to Hornsby's family by the Aviation Archaeological Investigation and Research Center. According to the report, Lt. Hornsby’s B-25 G aircraft entered an uncontrollable spin at 7,000 feet, crashing into the sea. (MORE) |
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Obituary Of Area Interest 05/25/24 Marie Elaine Hurst, born October 12, 1951 in New Roads, peacefully departed this world on May 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. A lifelong resident of New Roads, Marie was a devoted mother to her three children, Jason Hurst, Jessica (Quin) Powell, and Jennifer Hurst. She was a cherished grandmother to her 11 beloved grandchildren, and adored sister to her 11 siblings. She is preceded in death by her parents, August and Delores Hurst, whom she deeply admired and respected and her siblings, Joseph Hurst and Bob Hurst, Sr. (MORE) |
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Around The State 05/24/24 - By Steve Wilson, The Center Square ( The Center Square) – Deployment of Atchafalaya Basin Bridge speed cameras has been stopped by the stroke of a pen. Gov. Jeff Landry signed a bill into law this week shuttering the camera program on the congested, sometimes crash-prone Interstate 10 crossing. It is the third-longest bridge in the U.S. The new law also ends the doubled fines for motorists caught speeding on the 18-mile crossing. (MORE) |
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Pointe Coupee 05/24/24 The annual "Blessing of the Boats" event sponsored by the Kiwanis of Pointe Coupee will take place on Sunday, May 26, 2024, starting at 2:00 pm on Morrison Parkway in New Roads. All types of watercraft are welcome for blessings at the floating dock on False River. This event is free and open to the public - simply line up your boat along the floating dock in downtown New Roads. Spectators can also enjoy the procession from the Morrison Parkway parking lot. (MORE) |
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