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Looking for a new job or career opportunity? Join our Geaux Jobs Workforce Area 20 team at the 2026 Job Fair and connect with employers who are ready to hire!The job fair will be held at Chappapeela Sports Park at 19325 Hipark Blvd in Hammond on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Baby Season Has Officially Started

Each year, at the beginning of spring, wildlife rehabbers all over the world prepare for the influx of babies. This is an exciting time for us because who doesn’t love babies, right?A common sight this time of year is baby animals that appear to be injured or orphaned.

Back in My Day

I been noticing a strange phenomenon lately, and I believe the scientists ought to look into it. Somewhere along the line, the entire population of the United States decided they needed to report every single detail of their life to the internet like they was the evening news.

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The Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office is warning residents about a fraudulent text message scam designed to steal personal information and potentially collect unnecessary fees.

Purple Martins Need Our Help

The one species admired by almost every bird enthusiast is the Purple Martin. Their name alone insinuates nobility, since the color purple is associated with royalty. No wonder a flock of these beautiful birds is called a “reign” of Purple Martins.

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The Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles has launched a new website, expresslane.la.gov, designed to make online services more secure and accessible for residents.

The Alligator

Friends, I gotta tell you, life is full of pleasures. Look around and see all the beauty that we have here in our wonderful swampy home, and it just makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside.Now, you know what’s not beautiful? Toothaches!

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At approximately 8:00pm on Sunday, March 15, Trevion Ferguson, 27, arrived at the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office Substation located on Club Deluxe Road, allegedly to speak with officers regarding his involvement in a murder that occurred in the early morning hours of March 14, 2026.

Back in my day

Back in my day, a snack was whatever your mama handed you, and you had about three seconds to decide if you were grateful or suddenly very interested in going outside.Kids today? Oh no. Today’s children have snack preferences more detailed than a five-star restaurant menu.

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The public is invited to attend the Claws & Paws Crawfish Cook-Off benefiting the homeless animals of Northshore Humane Society on Saturday, March 21, from 1:00 to 4:00pm at 1200 West Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70471 (La Carreta Shopping Center).