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The Night Alexandria Cheered When 40 Electric Streetlights Came On
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (270+ words) On Sept. 17, 1889, Alexandrians gathered in the streets to see something astonishing: 40 electric streetlights coming to life for the first time. ALEXANDRIA, VA — Any evening now looks perfectly ordinary in Alexandria: lamps glowing over sidewalks, headlights moving along city streets and…...
Virginia ranks 35th in Medicaid scorecard
4+ day, 21+ hour ago (411+ words) (The Center Square) – Virginia ranks 35th in a new 50-state Medicaid scorecard ahead of federal work requirements and more frequent eligibility reviews beginning next year. The Heartland Institute gave Virginia 39 out of 100 points in its Medicaid Report Card, which evaluates states…...
Louisiana’s Old State Capitol wins award for newest permanent exhibit
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (144+ words) BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) -- Louisiana's Old State Capitol won an award from the Southeastern Museum Conference for its newest permanent exhibit, Secretary of State Nancy Landry announced Monday. The exhibit, "A More Perfect Union: Reconstruction's Legacy in Louisiana," earned…...
NDA secrecy for major projects hovers over Louisiana’s congressional elections
5+ day, 22+ hour ago (649+ words) Jamie Davis believes there's one specific reason Congresswoman Julia Letlow hasn't agreed to appear in person with him for debates or any other events during their U.S. Senate race. Letlow, the Republican candidate, doesn't want to answer questions about the nondisclosure…...
The day terror changed us and a Virginia governor stepped up to lead and restore confidence
1+ week, 4+ day ago (1132+ words) There are times when I sit alone and think back — trying to unearth details best left buried — and it all still feels like a nightmare, one that hasn't softened even through the gauzy filter of 25 years gone by. It's not…...
The Neighborhood Perspective with Scott Corzine: Building trust between city government and community
2+ week, 5+ day ago (560+ words) On Sept. 28, Agenda Alexandria plans a panel discussion on “Civic Engagement, Trust, Responsiveness and an Open Government.” The Alexandria Federation of Civic Associations applauds the selection of this topic as timely and meaningful in our city, as the Federation expands…...
Louisiana towns lead nation in reliance on fines, forfeitures
2+ week, 6+ day ago (499+ words) (The Center Square) — Louisiana municipalities dominate a new national ranking of local governments that rely heavily on fines and forfeitures, with seven of the 10 most dependent cities in the country located in the state. The Reason Foundation analyzed audited 2023 financial…...
Louisiana Gave Sheriffs Millions in Opioid Funds. How Are They Spending It?
3+ week, 9+ hour ago (169+ words) Sheriffs receive 20 percent of the state’s opioid settlement money, but they aren’t required to report their spending — leaving millions of dollars largely outside public view. Internet Explorer 11 is not supported Louisiana Gave Sheriffs Millions in Opioid Funds. How Are They…...
Rice dressing or dirty rice? In Louisiana, the answer may depend on your area code.
4+ week, 19+ hour ago (902+ words) In Louisiana, a few topics are almost guaranteed to spark a food debate. Put rice dressing or dirty rice on the table, and you've got one. Are they the same dish? Are they different? It depends on the family recipe....