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POINT OF VIEW

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The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) has attempted to mollify the residents of St. Bernard Parish by emphasizing what a wonderful economic advantage the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) will be for those living in St.

Letter to the Editor

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Why doesn't American and NATO partners lend or lease two Squadrons of A-10 aircrafts? America/NATO partners train Ukraine pilots support personnel to maintain the two Squadrons of A-10 aircrafts. The A-10 aircraft is a Cold War aircraft designed for Close Air Support (CAS) of friendly ground troops, attacking tanks, and armored vehicles, and providing quick-action support against enemy ground forces.

CALLING IT HOME

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Too often, we rely on the government to accomplish the needs of the community. We elect candidates to serve the public in their districts.

Donna McClain Receives LEPA Leadership Award

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Donna McClain was presented the Leadership Award by the Louisiana Emergency Preparedness Association (LEPA). She was nominated by the West Carol OEP Director, Ms. Myrtle Green because of the assistance and guidance given to her. Ms. McClain went above the call of duty. Without any training in Emergency Management including grants, she developed a PowerPoint Presentation to demonstrate the new GOHSEP Grant Portal System and shared it with her peers. She demonstrates leadership by her work ethic and ability to set goals and achieve them. Her contribution in emergency management has been valued and proven successful. Before she became a full time employee in March 2022, she worked as a part-time employee during Hurricane Ida for Mr. John Rahaim, OEP Director of St. Bernard Parish. Her clerical style began to shine when she accomplished tasks and assignments that she created on her own without any guidance which demonstrates the value of leadership. She always has a positive attitude which is contagious to others.

Arrests Made

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Aszree Anne Pentney, 33, Violet: 3 bench warrants, aggravated battery. Todd Karnell Young, 43, Chalmette: aggravated assault, 5 bench warrants.

Suits Filed

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23-0552-E, Louisiana Community and Technical College System Through Delgado Community College vs. Jasmine J Henderson, Miscellaneous.