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Mar 11 2026POLITICS

Lawmakers Push New Rules to Stop Church Disruptions

Louisiana legislators are moving quickly to create state laws that would make it a crime to disturb religious services. The push comes after an anti‑ICE protest in Minneapolis caused chaos inside a church, leading to arrests of both protesters and journalists. Two Senate bills—SB 35 from Senator Bil

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

Vermont's Top Winter Athletes: Who's Making Waves?

Vermont's high school sports scene is buzzing with talent this winter. Every week, fans get to choose their favorite athletes from a list of impressive nominees. This week, five boys athletes are in the spotlight for their outstanding performances. Forrest Barnes from Burr and Burton showed off his

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Jan 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

Vermont's Energy Goals: A Story of Missed Targets and Missteps

Vermont's government is falling short on its energy-saving promises. A recent audit reveals that the state is not meeting its own energy reduction goals. These goals are set to cut costs and help the environment. The audit highlights problems with two key initiatives: the State Agency Energy Plan an

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Louisiana Faces Winter's Wrath and Seeks Protection

Louisiana is dealing with a tough winter that has already taken eight lives. The state is urging people to stay careful as the cold weather continues to cause problems. The deaths happened because of hypothermia, car crashes on icy roads, and power outages that led to oxygen deprivation. Even as the

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Jan 25 2026SPORTS

Louisiana's Gambling Boom and Point Shaving Scandal

Louisiana has seen a huge rise in sports betting, with over $440 million in wagers in 2025. But this growth has come with a dark side: a point-shaving scandal involving college basketball players. Players from Tulane University, Nicholls State, and the University of New Orleans were indicted for try

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Louisiana's Early Voting Hits a Weather Snag

Louisiana's early voting got a temporary pause on Monday, January 26, thanks to some nasty winter weather. Governor Jeff Landry called it off, and the Secretary of State’s Office shut down too. But don’t worry, voting picked back up on Tuesday, January 27, at 8:30 a. m. This whole thing is for the

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Jan 20 2026ENVIRONMENT

Water Wonders: Big Tech's Thirsty Plans and Our Future

Louisiana's water is precious. It's not just for drinking. It's for life. So, why aren't we talking about how big tech's data centers might affect our water supply? Right now, there's a plan to build a huge data center in Holly Ridge. It's not just any building. It's a facility that could use a lot

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Jan 19 2026SPORTS

Vermont's Winter Sports Stars: Vote for Your Favorite Athletes!

Vermont's high school sports scene is heating up, and it's time for fans to have their say. The sixth round of voting for the Delta Dental Vermont Varsity Insider Athletes of the Week is now open. This initiative allows the public to vote for outstanding girls and boys athletes from various sports.

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Jan 12 2026SPORTS

Vermont High School Athletes Shine in Winter Sports

Vermont's high school winter sports scene is buzzing with talent. Every week, fans get to vote for their favorite athletes. This week, there are plenty of impressive performances to consider. Voting is easy. Just head to the official website. No emails or social media posts will count. The deadline

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Jan 12 2026WEATHER

Louisiana's Unexpected Chilly Spell: What's Going On?

Louisiana is known for its warm, humid climate, but lately, it's been feeling more like winter than usual. After a stretch of warm days, temperatures suddenly dropped, catching many off guard. This chill is expected to stick around for a while, with overnight temperatures potentially dipping near fr

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