Masons to sponsor dyslexia program in Ponchatoula
The Louisiana Masons will open the Louisiana Masonic Learning Center at the Ponchatoula Community Center this fall for third through sixth graders in the tri parish area. The six to eight student classes use phonics and reading workshops with an application process. Applications are due by mid June and interested families can call Jeff Murphy at 845-0917 for details.
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Hammond Junior High students craft homemade instruments
Students at Hammond Junior High created and demonstrated homemade instruments for Angietta Keen's music class while studying orchestra instruments. Keen noted the project raised test scores and addressed creative and writing skill development, with Crystal Carter and Spencer Weber showcasing percussion and a rubber band stringed instrument.
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Garafola files complaint over missing Independence campaign signs
Independence Mayoral candidate Sam Garafola said he filed a police complaint after four large and nine small campaign signs on private property disappeared between Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. He is challenging incumbent Phillip Damiano in the March 14 election with Mike Muscarello and Laurance Schauf.
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Beware of unlicensed asphalt contractors scams warned
Natalbany Tangipahoa Parish deputies caution residents about cheap asphalt deals from unlicensed contractors. A woman was billed 5000 after an estimate of 1600 to 2000 for driveway paving. Detectives urge skepticism, advise hiring licensed bonded workers, and note theft by fraud warrants may be sought.
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Edwards faces key witness in riverboat casino probe
Five weeks into the federal racketeering trial former Gov. Edwin Edwards strolls into court with a confident smile. Prosecutors say their case sharpens this week as Ricky Shetler testifies against Edwards and his son Stephen over alleged riverboat licensing scheme involving payments, assets, and favors. Shetler pleaded guilty to funneling cash and goods to the Edwardses.
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