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1 gas station in cities throughout Jefferson Parish had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Feb. 10

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 12, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Jefferson Parish in week ending Feb. 10

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 11, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 11, 2024

These former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jefferson Parish in week ending Feb. 3?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 9, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Kenner Announces New Garbage Collection Agreement with Waste Pro

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 9, 2024

Kenner, Louisiana - In an official press release, the city of Kenner has announced a new agreement with Waste Pro of Louisiana, Inc. for garbage collection and related services. The details of the agreement can be found in the press release provided by the city.The decision to enter into this agreement was made after careful consideration and evaluation of various options. Mayor Ben Zahn expressed his satisfaction with the new partnership, stating, "We believe that this agreement with Waste Pro will greatly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our garbage...

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Senate Passes Cassidy-led Resolution Recognizing Career & Technical Education Month

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 9, 2024

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate has passed a resolution recognizing February 2024 as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. The resolution, led by U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), emphasizes the importance of career and technical education programs in preparing skilled workers and encourages educators and career development professionals to promote CTE as a valuable educational path.In a statement, Senator Cassidy highlighted the significance of CTE in meeting the growing demand for skilled workers. He said, "This resolution celebrates the vital role that career...

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Ranking Member Cassidy Delivers Remarks During Hearing on Prescription Drugs

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, delivered remarks during a hearing on prescription drugs. Cassidy expressed his disappointment with the hearing, stating that it was not about finding serious legislative solutions but rather about publicly attacking private citizens and blaming corporations. He criticized the majority for not seeking Republican input and for focusing on CEOs instead of addressing the complex issue of high drug prices.Cassidy acknowledged that drug companies play a role in...

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Upcoming Events in Kenner

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 7, 2024

Kenner, Louisiana - As February rolls around, the city of Kenner is gearing up for several exciting events in the coming days. From a Farmers Market to Mardi Gras festivities, there is something for everyone to enjoy.One of the highlighted events is the Farmers Market, which will take place on February 8th at City Park. This market is a great opportunity for local farmers and vendors to showcase their products and for the community to support local businesses. Mayor John Mitchell expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, "The Farmers Market is a wonderful way for...

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Ranking Member Cassidy, Chairwoman Foxx Urge GAO to Investigate FAFSA System Failures Amid Botched Rollout

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy and U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx have called on the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to investigate the information technology (IT) system used by the U.S. Department of Education (DeptEd) in its botched rollout of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Reports indicate that the FAFSA IT system experienced numerous issues, including sporadic availability and errors with submitting the form.In a letter to Comptroller General Dodaro, Cassidy and Foxx expressed concerns about the lack of proper testing and the...

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3 gas stations in cities throughout Jefferson Parish had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Feb. 3

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 6, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at three gas stations in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Jefferson Parish in week ending Feb. 3?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 6, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Jefferson Parish in week ending Feb. 3

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 5, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at two gas stations in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cassidy Slams Biden’s Botched FAFSA Rollout in Newsweek Op-ed

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 5, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, recently penned an op-ed in Newsweek criticizing the Biden administration's mishandling of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) program. In his op-ed, Cassidy expressed concern about the delays in implementing the program, which could potentially impact students and families' access to crucial financial aid information."These unacceptable delays from the Biden administration create the real likelihood that students will be...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Plaquemines Parish in week ending Feb. 3?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 4, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Plaquemines Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 5?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 4, 2024

These former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 5.

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Westbank Louisiana News area weekly mass times

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 3, 2024

The following parishes in the Westbank Louisiana News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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36 is median age of Plaquemines Parish residents by 2021

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 2, 2024

Plaquemines Parish residents have a median age of 36-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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Senator Cassidy Criticizes Influence of DEI in Higher Education

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 2, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has expressed concern about the troubling influence of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) ideology in higher education. In an op-ed for the Washington Examiner, Cassidy highlighted that colleges have been prioritizing funding for DEI administration and programs, while investments in actual education have decreased. This shift in priorities has resulted in higher tuition costs for families and taxpayers subsidizing administrative expenses.Cassidy pointed out...

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Jefferson Parish in week ending Jan. 27

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 2, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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GAO to Investigate Biden Admin’s Botched FAFSA Rollout, Says Ranking Member Cassidy

By Westbank Louisiana News | Feb 1, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, along with several other Republican lawmakers, held a press conference today to address the Biden administration's mishandling of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) program. Cassidy announced that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) has initiated an investigation into the Department of Education's (DeptEd) incompetence in implementing the FAFSA program. This investigation comes in response to a request from Republican lawmakers.During the press conference, Cassidy emphasized the negative impact of the botched FAFSA...