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President Donald J. Trump continues to promote the idea of $2,000 "tariff dividend" payments for Americans, though questions remain about when, or if, the proposed rebates will be issued. Trump has said the checks would be funded by tariff revenue and distributed sometime in 2026. In a

Cleco Power is encouraging charitable and nonprofit organizations across Louisiana to apply for funding and volunteer support as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to community service in 2026. Cleco serves a 24-parish territory across the state and provides financial contributions and employee volunteer assistance to organizations whose missions

The 2026 Louisiana crawfish season is officially underway, but limited early-season supply is driving higher prices across the state. As of mid-January, average prices for live crawfish are around $7.24 per pound, while boiled crawfish are averaging approximately $10.10 per pound, according to The Crawfish App. “Only about

A new Louisiana-based private equity fund has launched with the goal of keeping company ownership, jobs and long-term wealth rooted in the state. Louisiana Impact Fund (LIF) announced its initial closing this week, unveiling plans for a $100 million lower middle-market fund focused exclusively on investing in businesses located in

NSU Announces Fall 2025 Academic Honor Lists Northwestern State University has announced the names of students earning academic honors for the Fall 2025 semester, recognizing those named to the President’s List, Dean’s List, and Honor List. To qualify for the President’s List, students must be enrolled full

Marksville Fire Department Responses Chief Jerry Bordelon December 2025 Incidents 1. 12/1 - 430 W. Waddil St. - Structure Alarm/Fire Alarm 2. 12/3 - 7176 Hwy 1 - Auto Extrication 3. 12/3 - 312 N. Main St. - Structure Alarm/Fire Alarm 4. 12/3 -