Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
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🏘️ Community
The Louisiana State Fire Marshal urges residents to practice fireworks safety and check for permits when buying, as fireworks-related injuries increase and over 300 retail permits have been issued for the season.
St. Tammany Parish Library enhances community engagement and supports New Year’s health resolutions with diverse book clubs and free access to health and wellness resources.
🌲 Environment
A tornado categorised as EF-0 struck near Pearl River, causing tree and minor rooftop damage but no injuries, with a track nearly two miles long.
🏛️ Government
Slidell Mayor Greg Cromer considers joining Gov. Jeff Landry's administration, potentially triggering a special mayoral election in St. Tammany Parish.
A Louisiana Supreme Court decision on a $10.75-million personal injury award signals a significant change in how jury verdicts will be treated, favoring deference to jury determinations in future cases.
🏥 Health
Louisiana experiences a significant surge in RSV cases, stressing pediatric healthcare facilities and emphasizing the importance of vaccination for vulnerable populations.
🏈 Sports
St. Scholastica senior Addison Pontiff achieved her 1,000th career rebound in a game against Catholic Pointe Coupee, marking a significant milestone after previously reaching 1,000 points last season.
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