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Deadline - Register to vote in person, by mail, or at OMV Office: May 27.

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Early voting - June 12-20, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. (excluding June 14, and June 19)

Deadline - Request absentee ballot: June 23, 4:30 p.m (other than military and overseas voters).

Deadline - Registrar to receive voted absentee ballot: June 26, 4:30 p.m. (other than military and overseas voters). 

Be sure to Vote -- 2nd Party Primary Elections, June 27.

Deadline - Register to vote in person, by mail, or at OMV Office: May 27.

Deadline - Register to vote via GeauxVote: June 6.

Early voting - June 12-20, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. (excluding June 14, and June 19)

Deadline - Request absentee ballot: June 23, 4:30 p.m (other than military and overseas voters).

Deadline - Registrar to receive voted absentee ballot: June 26, 4:30 p.m. (other than military and overseas voters). 

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Former Navy pilot Royce Williams shot down four Soviet jets — and kept the feat secret for 50 years

February 2, 2023

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CHURCHES: How to file for ERC tax refund

February 1, 2023

By Will Hall, Baptist Message executive editor WASHINGTON (LBM) – The Employee Retention Credit is a tax refund that is available to churches who kept employees on the payroll during the pandemic of 2020-21. Initially, eligible employers had to choose between the Paycheck Protection Program or the Employee Retention Credit. Then in 2021 Congress allowed eligible employers to apply for both. So, the two programs can be used together to maximize benefits, but they cannot be used to compensate churches twice for the same wages in any quarter of either 2020 or 2021. Importantly, the PPP was a loan that converted to a grant if certain conditions were met. However, the ERC is a refundable payroll tax credit. The Louisiana Baptist Message has compiled the following information from multiple sources, and it is provided on a general information basis only. Churches should consult with their respective accountants for specific financial advice. ELIGIBILITY The timeframe includes March 13, 2020, through December 31, 2021, if a state mandate was in effect. The following Louisiana proclamations were issued by Governor John Bel Edwards: -- On March 13, 2020, all public gatherings of 250 or more persons were … [Read more...]

New York Rangers’ decision to yank pride jerseys could upend sports’ status quo

February 1, 2023

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Messenger pre-registration for SBC Annual Meeting now open

February 1, 2023

NEW ORLEANS – Pre-registration for messengers and registration for childcare are now open for those planning to attend the 2023 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting, June 11-14 in New Orleans. For more information about registration and childcare, visit the SBC Annual Meeting website.   … [Read more...]

Tioga senior awarded Smith Scholarship for fall 2023

February 1, 2023

By Lexi Rachal, Wildcats Media PINEVILLE, La. (Wildcats Media) – Kylee Vanhoof, a senior at Tioga High School in Ball, was awarded the Smith Scholarship for 2023. Vanhoof, who will receive a four-year scholarship that covers tuition and room and board at Louisiana Christian University, won the Jan. 28 competition against 12 other students. All contestants were evaluated by LCU faculty members based on their leadership qualities and Christian character in their written responses and the on-sight interview portion of the competition. The Smith Scholarship began in the 1970s after Tom and Beverly Dunham began an endowment donation to honor Beverly’s mother, Elizabeth Smith. “One of the highlights each year at LCU is the Smith Scholarship competition,” said LCU President Rick Brewer. “These high achieving students are impressive and full of promise for the future. Kylee Vanhoof proved to be the best of the best this year. I am confident Kylee and the other Smith Scholarship contestants will make a significant difference in and out of the classroom over the coming years at Louisiana Christian University.” Vanhoof, a member of First Baptist Church, Pineville, said she was honored to win the Smith Scholarship. “I feel … [Read more...]

Online scammers steal $793K from Elkin church

January 31, 2023

A Piedmont Triad congregation’s plans to move into a new worship center this spring have been put on hold after cyber criminals stole more than $793,000 from the church in an online scam. … [Read more...]

Rennier named LCU vice president of student life

January 30, 2023

By Elizabeth Clarke, LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) – Louisiana Christian University President Rick Brewer has announced the promotion of Meredith Rennier to vice president of student life. Brewer said Rennier, who has been serving as executive director of the Center for Calling and Career, will help strengthen the university’s mission, vision and commitment to a student experience known for being relevant, relational and rigorous. “Meredith brings significant experience and effective leadership to this position,” Brewer said. “In this role, Vice President Rennier will provide oversight for all Student Life programming, services and activities while continuing to lead LCU’s Center for Calling and Career.” In her new role, Rennier will oversee all student support services and provide leadership specifically through LCU’s counseling center, recreational events, student activities, residence life and international activities. “I am honored to serve LCU's mission of equipping student lives for learning, leading and serving through the role of Vice President of Student Life,” Rennier said. “What a privilege it is to provide leadership in a team that enriches the lives of our students. At LCU, there is a place for everyone, and … [Read more...]

Pockets of resistance (Cartoon: Church of the Covered Dish)

January 30, 2023

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Praying Mantis (Cartoon: Beyond the Ark)

January 30, 2023

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Seat talk (Cartoon: Joe McKeever)

January 30, 2023

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APOLOGETICS 101 (Part 6): Jericho’s walls came tumbling down

By Will Hall, Baptist Message executive editor ALEXANDRIA, La. (LBM) – Jericho is significant to the trustworthiness of Scripture because its exis­tence is tied to key historical events documented in both the Old and New Testa­ments. BIBLICAL CORNERSTONE In Jericho Jesus continued his mission to “seek … Read More

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