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Lawmakers propose new Missing Child Alert Systems in Louisiana Two bills before the Louisiana Legislature would make changes to how missing child alerts are issued statewide following a high-profile case involving a New Orleans boy. House Bill 74, authored by Michael Echols, proposes the creation of a “Spectrum Alert” system

Paragon Casino’s Joan Botts re-elected to State Tourism Board By Lenox Hill Joan Botts, Vice President of Marketing for Paragon Casino Resort, was reelected to serve on the Board of Directors of the Louisiana Travel Association following the organization’s 2026 annual meeting. A Marksville resident, Botts continues her

Donald Trump has signed legislation authored by John Kennedy aimed at preventing government payments from being issued to deceased individuals. The Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act is designed to stop taxpayer funds from mistakenly going to people who have died. Lawmakers say the measure strengthens oversight and ensures

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette recognizes outstanding academic achievement each semester through its President’s List and Dean’s List honors. These distinctions are awarded to full-time students who demonstrate exceptional scholastic performance. To qualify for the President’s List, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12

Beginning this year, parents and guardians across the country will be able to begin saving and investing on behalf of their children through new federally created savings vehicles known as “Trump accounts.” The accounts, established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, are designed to give children a financial foundation

A new Louisiana law requiring continuous audio and video recording in all public school self-contained special education classrooms is now in effect statewide. Act 479 of 2025, approved by the Louisiana Legislature, became fully operational Feb. 1, 2026, mandating the installation of cameras in every public self-contained special education classroom.