Study Finds Louisiana One of Worst States to Raise a Family

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By Adam McCann WalletHub Financial Writer on March 13, 2024

Certain states make it easier than others to raise a family. The ideal state is one that’s affordable to live in during this time of high inflation and also offers high safety and good job prospects, on top of quality education, healthcare and entertainment.

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LANDOWNERS MEET WITH ENTERGY

By Craig Franklin Editor

October 7, 2026

Concerns expressed over cross-state high voltage transmission line More than 100 landowners, elected officials and Entergy representatives packed the ...

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Prominent Jena attorney Joe Wilson succumbs

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October 7, 2026

Longtime Jena attorney and Wilson & Wilson senior partner R. Joseph “Joe” Wilson passed away September 29, at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS, at ...

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2026 LaSalle High School Homecoming Program & Downtown

October 7, 2026

LaSalle High Homecoming Queen Sadye Beaubouef reigned over festivities Friday, Oct. 2, including the homecoming program, parade and football game. She...

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Trish Cook Taylor seeks Urania Town Council seat

October 7, 2026

Trish Cook Taylor of Urania announced her candidacy for the position of alderman for the Town of Urania for the November 3, 2026, election. Taylor bri...

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Laura Raborn announces for Dist. 7 School Board

October 7, 2026

Laura Gifford Raborn of Trout officially announced her candidacy for the District 7 seat of the LaSalle Parish School Board, for the November 3, 2026,...

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North Central Louisiana District Fair

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October 7, 2026

118th Edition Next Week in Olla (Editor’s Note: The North Central Louisiana District Fair will host its 118th edition next week, Wednesday, Oct. 14, t...