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American Veterans Traveling Tribute Wall Coming to Kenner in May 2024

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 11, 2024

Kenner, La. - The American Veterans Traveling Tribute Wall will be coming to Kenner's Veterans Park on May 17-19, 2024, to honor and remember the sacrifices of American soldiers. The tribute will feature the Traveling Vietnam Wall and the Cost of Freedom Tribute, with a focus on educating current and future generations about the nation's historical past.The Traveling Vietnam Wall, a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., will bear the names of 58,307 U.S. soldiers who lost their lives during the Vietnam War. In addition, the Cost of Freedom Tribute...

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How many Asian students were enrolled in Jefferson Parish schools in 2022-23 school year?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 11, 2024

Asian students made up 4.5% of the enrollment in Jefferson Parish public schools in the 2022-23 school year.

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Which former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 9, 2024

These former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11.

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Westbank Louisiana News area weekly mass times

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 9, 2024

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

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jefferson Parish in week ending Mar. 2?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 8, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Ranking Member Cassidy Delivers Remarks During Hearing on Older Americans Act Reauthorization

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D., the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, recently delivered remarks during a hearing on the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act (OAA). Cassidy highlighted the importance of the OAA in empowering American seniors to lead healthy and independent lives. He emphasized the need to evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs and ensure efficient use of taxpayer dollars.Cassidy acknowledged the bipartisan history of the OAA reauthorization and stressed the importance of building upon...

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Upcoming Events in Kenner, Louisiana

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 7, 2024

"March 7:Farmers Market City Park 12 PM - 6 PMMarch 9-10: The American Championships Kenner The Pontchartrain Center 8 AM - 9 PM March 8-10: The Prom Rivertown Theaters 1610 Reverend Richard Wilson Drive, Kenner, La. 70062 Phone: 504-468-7240. The city of Kenner, Louisiana, is gearing up for a series of exciting events in the upcoming days. The Farmers Market at City Park will be open from 12 PM to 6 PM on March 7. This is a great opportunity for local farmers and artisans to showcase their products and for the community to come together to support local businesses.On...

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Ranking Member Cassidy Supports Confirmation of Loren Sweatt to National Mediation Board

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, expressed his support for the confirmation of Loren Sweatt to serve as a member of the National Mediation Board (NMB). Sweatt's confirmation was the result of a unanimous vote of 21-0 after being reported out of the HELP Committee.In a statement, Dr. Cassidy highlighted Sweatt's contributions to the HELP Committee's efforts in protecting American workers and ensuring the enforcement of labor laws free from political influence. He stated, “Since...

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Senators Seek Input on Older Americans Act Reauthorization

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 7, 2024

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D., Bernie Sanders, Susan Collins, Bob Casey, Mike Braun, Tim Kaine, Markwayne Mullin, and Ed Markey have reached out to stakeholders for feedback on the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act (OAA). The senators are specifically interested in gathering information on the impact of pandemic-era flexibilities and policies enacted in 2020 on older adults across the country.The senators emphasized the importance of the OAA, which provides a wide range of services and programs for older adults, individuals with disabilities, family...

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Ranking Member Cassidy, Kiley Introduce CRA to Overturn New Biden Regulation Threatening 27 Million American Independent Contractors

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy and U.S. Representative Kevin Kiley have introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at overturning the Department of Labor's final worker classification rule, which could impact the ability of 27 million Americans to work as independent contractors. The rule has been criticized for potentially restricting the flexibility and freedom of independent contractors.Cassidy expressed concerns about the new rule, stating, "The Biden administration's priority should not be to do whatever makes it easier to forcibly and coercively...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Jefferson Parish in week ending Mar. 2

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 5, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

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There were 52 American Indian students enrolled in Plaquemines Parish schools in 2022-23 school year

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 5, 2024

Plaquemines Parish schools reported 52 American Indian students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year.

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Ranking Member Cassidy Slams Biden Administration’s Failure to Address Rising Child Labor Exploitation, Demands Answers

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 5, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has criticized the Biden administration for its inaction in addressing the alarming increase in child labor exploitation. Cassidy expressed his concerns about the Department of Labor's failure to tackle the surge in minors working in violation of federal labor laws, highlighting an 88 percent increase since 2019 and a 50 percent rise since 2022.Dr. Cassidy pointed out the grave consequences of this exploitation, including reports of children...

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There were 163 American Indian students enrolled in Jefferson Parish schools in 2022-23 school year

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 4, 2024

American Indian students made up 0.3% of the enrollment in Jefferson Parish public schools in the 2022-23 school year.

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Ranking Member Cassidy, Colleagues Oppose Biden Proposal to Illegally Seize Drug Patents

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. and 16 Republican colleagues have voiced their opposition to President Biden's proposal that could allow agencies to seize drug patents under the Bayh-Dole Act if the administration deems the prices charged by companies as too high. The authors of the Bayh-Dole Act, former U.S. Senators Birch Bayh and Bob Dole, emphasized that the law did not intend for the government to set prices on resulting products.In a letter addressed to NIH Director Monica Bertagnolli, Cassidy and his colleagues raised concerns about the Biden proposal and requested...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Jefferson Parish had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 2

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 3, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, 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 March 4?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 2, 2024

This former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4.

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Westbank Louisiana News area weekly mass times

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 2, 2024

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

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1 gas station in cities throughout Jefferson Parish had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Feb. 24

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 1, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Kenner TV Invites Viewers to Watch Past and Live Broadcasts

By Westbank Louisiana News | Mar 1, 2024

Kenner TV is encouraging viewers to watch past and live broadcasts through their YouTube page. The channel, located at 1610 Reverend Richard Wilson Drive in Kenner, Louisiana, can be accessed by phone at 504-468-7240.In a statement, a representative from Kenner TV said, "We are excited to offer our audience the opportunity to watch our content at their convenience. Whether it's catching up on past shows or tuning in to our live broadcasts, we aim to provide engaging and informative programming."Viewers can expect a variety of content on Kenner TV, covering a range of...