Author Archives: Jeff Palermo
Dr. David Guzick takes over as chancellor of LSU Health Shreveport
Dr. David Guzick, a physician recognized by the National Academy of Medicine, begins his new job as Chancellor for LSU Health Shreveport today. Guzick says he has a promising vision for the center. "M...
Jan 09, 2023
Ruston City Council to possibly consider a Buc-ee's coming to Lincoln Parish
After a year of rumors, there could potentially be a Buc-ee's coming to Ruston based on an agenda item that will be discussed at Monday's city council meeting. Malcolm Butler with the Lincoln Parish J...
Jan 07, 2023
Haydel's Bakery is battered up for the 2023 King Cake season
It's now socially acceptable to devour a King Cake and among the most popular is from Haydel's Bakery in New Orleans. Third-generation baker David Haydel said on average they braid anywhere from 60,00...
Jan 07, 2023
King Cake season kicks off across Louisiana in honor of King's Day
Louisiana is letting the good times roll by kicking off King Cake season in honor of kings day. Publisher of the New Orleans Mardi Gras guide, Arthur Hardy says the celebration is just getting started...
Jan 06, 2023
Jeff Landry the ONLY major declared candidate for Governor right now. His campaign is ramping up
As of today, Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry is the only major declared candidate for Louisiana Governor in 2023. A few candidates have decided NOT to run, and a handful of fellow GOP members ...
Jan 06, 2023
Damar Hamlin incident highlights the need to know CPR
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin continues to show remarkable improvement after collapsing on the field Monday and medical experts say CPR most likely saved his life. Executive Director of Louisiana ...
Jan 06, 2023 Martin Splitt / Unsplash
Former East Feliciana School Board member Derald Spears charged with public payroll fraud
Former East Feliciana School Board member Derald Spears has been charged with public payroll fraud for only attending one of the 12 meetings the board held last year. 20th Judicial District Attorney S...
Jan 06, 2023
What's Dry January and what are the benefits?
The term "Dry January" is trending right now. So, what is it? It's an opportunity for individuals to give up alcohol for a month and see how it affects their mental and physical health. Assistant Prof...
Jan 06, 2023 Behnam Norouzi / Unsplash
Who are the potential Democrats that will run for governor?
With Senator John Kennedy out of the governor's race, it's expected those who are running will make their intentions known by the end of the month. We've heard of several Republicans considering the o...
Jan 06, 2023 Governor's mansion in Baton Rouge
Suspect in the fatal stabbing of a Foster Farms worker is in custody in Texas
The work release inmate accused of killing a co-worker at Foster Farms in Farmerville has been arrested in Texas. Union Parish Sheriff Dusty Gates and his deputies have been looking for 48-year-old Br...
Jan 05, 2023
