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2021 Fair has not been cancelled!

All systems are still “Go” for the 2021 Washington Parish Fair in October. Despite rumors and inaccurate social media posts . . .

Ribbon-cutting held for renovated parish council chambers

After 61 years, the Parish Council chambers in the Washington Parish courthouse have been renovated and updated. Originally the Police . . .

Column: Mississippians enjoy productive fishing trip in Louisiana

My son Lawrence was home from college and suggested we go fishing off the coast of Louisiana. He asks every . . .

New COVID surge is hitting hard; schools strongly recommend face masks for unvaccinated

With the latest surge of Coronavirus hitting the Northshore hard, health officials are urging residents to get vaccinated as quickly . . .

Governor is considering statewide mask mandate

Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards is considering imposing a new statewide mask mandate. On Friday (July 30) the governor said . . .

Biden push to vaccinate feds forces uncomfortable questions
By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR - Associated Press, 59 Reads
Thu, 07/29/2021 - 11:25 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s requirement for federal workers to reveal their COVID-19 vaccination status is likely to force uncomfortable questions not only at government agencies but at private companies as well.

Right now, there's a lack of clear answers.
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ZZ Top: Bearded bassist Dusty Hill dies in his sleep at 72
By The Associated Press, 63 Reads
Wed, 07/28/2021 - 02:33 PM
HOUSTON (AP) — ZZ Top’s Dusty Hill, the long-bearded bassist for the million-selling Texas blues rock trio known for such hits as “Legs” and “Gimme All Your Lovin'," has died at age 72.
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U.S. Centers for Disease Control updates its mask recommendations
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Wed, 07/28/2021 - 03:12 PM
The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its masking guidance, recommending this week that everyone, vaccinated or not, wear a mask indoors in places where Coronavirus is increasing rapidly.
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The Southeastern Conference has voted to invite Texas and Oklahoma to join the league, effective July 1, 2025
By The Associated Press, 35 Reads
Thu, 07/29/2021 - 04:33 PM
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — The Southeastern Conference has voted to invite Texas and Oklahoma to join the league, effective July 1, 2025.

Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.

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Louisiana attorney general warns of online quizzes, surveys
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Thu, 07/29/2021 - 10:00 AM
What is your super hero name? Which cartoon character is your doppelganger? Do you have above-average intelligence?
Answering these questions online may sound like an entertaining way to pass time, but Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry is warning social media surveys and quizzes could be problematic.
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Parish planning commission approves atv park near bogue chitto river
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Wed, 07/28/2021 - 12:00 PM
The Washington Parish Planning Commission last week approved plans for an ATV park near the Bogue Chitto River.
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Slidell man gets 200 year sentence for sexual battery of a juvenile and other crimes
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Wed, 07/28/2021 - 01:39 PM
District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that on Thursday, July 22, 2021, Robert Allen Wilson, 38 of Slidell, was sentenced by Judge Will
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Andy Capp for Aug 01, 2021
By Comic - Andy Capp, 11 Reads
Sun, 08/01/2021 - 02:00 AM
Comic By: Reg Smythe

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Turn off, turn on: Simple step can thwart top phone hackers
By ALAN SUDERMAN - Associated Press, 46 Reads
Wed, 07/28/2021 - 12:33 AM
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — As a member of the secretive Senate Intelligence Committee, Sen. Angus King has reason to worry about hackers. At a briefing by security staff this year, he said he got some advice on how to help keep his cellphone secure.

Step One: Turn off phone.
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Pandemic eviction crisis leads to greater tenant protections
By MICHAEL CASEY and BEN FINLEY - Associated Press, 2 Reads
Sun, 08/01/2021 - 09:08 AM
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (AP) — In a mostly empty conference room at a Virginia cultural arts center, Tara Simmons was looking for someone who might help her stave off eviction.
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