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Changes in Louisiana's Business and Healthcare Scene

July 6, 2026

South Louisiana is seeing fresh faces and new roles in key organizations. Pelican Credit Union has elevated Missy Matherne to senior vice president over finance, risk, and payments. Her background includes stints as CFO at Louisiana Federal Credit Union and finance VP at Jefferson Financial Credit U

politics

A senator turns 80 – with a star’s backing

July 6, 2026

Ed Markey will blow out 80 candles this weekend, but instead of cake he’s celebrating a fresh boost from Jane Fonda. The Hollywood legend, who turned 88 in December, has spent more than 50 years mixing film reels with political protest reels. In a short clip posted online, Fonda calls Markey “the bo

crime

Cops and soldiers: When does force become too much?

July 6, 2026

Last weekend in downtown Memphis, a 20-year-old construction worker who split his time between college and raising a newborn baby was shot dead by two National Guard members during a chase. The soldiers had been assigned by the federal government to patrol the city alongside local police, despite ob

health

Tobacco’s Secret Recipe for Modern Food

July 5, 2026

In the 1980s, when cigarette sales were still booming, two of the world’s richest companies—Philip Morris and R. J. Reynolds—looked beyond tobacco to keep profits high. They used their huge cash reserves to buy food giants like Nabisco, Kraft and US Foods. The result was a powerful shift: the same f

politics

Women Who Fought for America Behind the Scenes

July 5, 2026

When America marks its 250th year since the Declaration of Independence, most people think of the Founding Fathers and their speeches. But many women also played key roles that history often overlooks. Some were educated and outspoken, while others used quiet acts of kindness to keep the revolution

entertainment

Fun things to do in Fayetteville this summer

July 5, 2026

This summer, Fayetteville has some great shows and classes for anyone who loves theater, music, or dance. "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" is coming to town with songs from opera to pop. The show is based on a famous 2001 movie and will be at Walton Arts Center. Tickets cost between $74. 75 and $155. 25,

science

How a Teenager's DNA Helped Rebuild a Forgotten War Story

July 5, 2026

In a quiet corner of South Carolina, a battle from 240 years ago left scars that time couldn’t erase. A team digging through the earth found shallow graves with no names—just metal buttons from old uniforms. Those buttons hinted at who these men were. Centuries later, science gave them back their id

entertainment

Lanterns: A New Sci‑Fi Adventure That Feels Like True Detective

July 4, 2026

Lanterns is set to launch on HBO on August 16, 2026. The series follows the Green Lantern Corps from DC Comics and promises a mix of mystery, drama, and superhero action. The creators have compared its dual timelines to the first season of True Detective, where two investigators are shown at differe

entertainment

Rainy Surprise Shuts Down Omaha’s First Friday

July 4, 2026

The first of Omaha’s planned “First Fridays” at The RiverFront was called off just hours after it began. A sudden storm brought heavy rain and lightning, forcing organizers to cancel the event around 4:30 p. m. after only an hour of activity. The day was meant to showcase saxophonist Chad Stoner,

celebrities

Big Names Turning Older on July 4

July 4, 2026

On this Fourth of July, many well‑known figures celebrate a new year. The most talked about birthdays belong to the music and entertainment world: Post Malone, who is 31, marked his birthday with a nod to his voice work in “Spider‑Man: Into the Spider‑Verse. ” The rap star is joined by actress Becki