BY DOUG GRAHAM | Staff writer A state-by-state analysis of women’s health and reproductive care ranks Louisiana 37th among all states, a significant bump up from where the state typically falls for health care measures. However, a closer look at the ranking method shows that women in Louisiana still suffer among the worst health outcomes. Read about why women face earlier deaths in Louisiana than in most places.
More than 1,300 students will attend Prairieville High School this fall, unleashing a band of Hurricanes on the area. Leaders want to develop a unique culture for the school in a community already loaded with distinctive school spirit and rivalries. “Every time we do something, that's going to be a first, so there’s that excitement,” said Principal Randy Loving. Read more about the new $118 million campus.
CajunCon is a first-ever, full-scale pop culture convention for the Baton Rouge area, set for Dec. 6 and 7 next year. Convention promoters say the lengthy lead time is necessary to secure top talent from the worlds of TV, film, animé, wrestling and more. Read how the event will offer world of pure imagination. |