Louisiana health officials and tobacco prevention advocates report declining youth tobacco use rates across the state through continued education efforts, parental involvement, and ID verification at retail locations. The decline reflects ongoing statewide prevention initiatives aimed at reducing nicotine product use among young people in Louisiana.
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VideoA special education paraprofessional in Basile has been charged with cruelty to juveniles following an investigation into allegations of physical abuse of a 5-year-old student at W.W. Stewart Elementary School. Paula Bergeaux, 61, was issued an arrest warrant by Judge Chuck R. West on one count related to the incident.
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VideoA nursing school student at University of Louisiana at Lafayette demonstrated gratitude by giving back to a former professor who made a significant impact on her education. The student's gesture of appreciation highlights the meaningful relationships built between educators and students in professional healthcare programs.
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School Board District 2 is holding a special election for an open seat. The Current interviewed both candidates about their motivations for running and their positions on ongoing tensions within the school board and superintendent's office, as well as pending lawsuits affecting the district.
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