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NTSB Recommends Tougher Drunken Driving Threshold

Nathan Pike — Wed, 15 May 2013 09:25:49 +0000

An NTSB study suggested dropping the blood alcohol content level could cut down the nationwide number of drunk driving deaths by as much as 10,000.

Are Your Shoes Torturing Your Feet?

Jill McCoy — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:39:17 +0000

If you are like me, you love wearing high heels. The weekend is my time to rock my favorite heels, and I feel that a great outfit is not complete without the perfect pair of shoes. However, what are our heels really doing to our feet? Podiatrists believe there seems to be a "shoe-icide" going on. WebMD gave me the "scoop" on our shoes.

Angelina Jolie Had Both Her Breasts Removed to Prevent Cancer

Jude Walker — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:55:35 +0000

Angelina Jolie has revealed that she had both her breasts removed to prevent cancer. (She had them surgically reconstructed afterwards.) She said that doctors told her she has the BRCA1 gene, which is one of the so-called “breast cancer genes.” Because of that, she had an 87% risk of getting breast cancer and a 50% [...]

How Much Would Privatizing Most LSU Hospitals Cost Louisiana?

Brandon Comeaux — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:47:50 +0000

As part of his $24.7 million budget proposal, La. Gov. Bobby Jindal is pushing the transfer to private management of LSU hospitals. So what could this cost Louisiana?

Drunk Driver Caught On Camera [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:23:37 +0000

Law enforcement, club owners, bartenders and good friends do their best to not let friends get behind the wheel while intoxicated but it still happens.In this video clip from North Dakota a driver catches video of a clearly intoxicated driver. By the grace of God this person does not kill themselves or anyone else.

Treadmill Dancer Works It While Working Out [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 07 May 2013 10:36:10 +0000

Dancing is fun, exercise isn't but if you combined the two what do you get? A lot of funny looks at the gym that's for sure. This guy in Florida has taken his love for dancing directly to the gym and placed it squarely on the belt of a tre

Jill's Tips to Wake Up In a Better Mood

Jill McCoy — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:03:12 +0000

Are you a morning person? Most people aren't, but that is OK because I am here to help you cranky, morning folks. I am somewhere in the middle. Some days I wake up in a silly, happy mood, while other days I am a complete... you know what (just ask Bruce and The Kennel Club). Here are five, wonderful tips to help you wake up on the "right side of the bed."

13th Annual 'Be a Heart Starter' Event Held Saturday, May 4 at Cajundome in Lafayette

Jude Walker — Fri, 03 May 2013 09:51:32 +0000

The 13th Annual “Be a Heart Starter” free bystander CPR training event will be held this Saturday, May 4th at the Cajundome. There are two sessions, one at 8:00am and the other at 10:30am. [button href="http://www.heartstarter.org/register.html" title="Click Here to Register for the Free Event" align="center"] The event is suggested for anyone around middle school age [...]

To This Day – A Project That Proves You Are Not Alone [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:16:55 +0000

Depression, if you know it personally I don't need to tell you anything more. If you love someone who suffers this tragically unfair malady there is more you need to know that what you can see and hear. These very real grownup pains often are the result of childhood bullies. The mean spirited tormentors that stole our innocence and childhood away from us.

Spicy Salmon Stew

Jill McCoy — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:16:55 +0000

I was recently introduced to a very delicious and nutritious meal. I have to give props to my older brother for creating this recipe. I hope he doesn't mind that I share with you. This is a perfect recipe because not only is it easy, it is so tasty and satisfying. Plus you'll feel great eating it because it is great for your figure!

Having Trouble Getting to Sleep? Wear Some Socks

Jude Walker — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:44:43 +0000

If you’re having trouble falling asleep at night because you can’t put down your iPad or iPhone or just got to watch just one more episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, then there’s a simple solution. Put some socks on your feet, yo! Researchers in Switzerland have found that you can fall asleep faster [...]

The Scoop On Your Cup of Coffee

Jill McCoy — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:57:11 +0000

If you are like me, you can't function without your morning cup of coffee. I'm not sure what it is, but a hot cup of coffee just gets me ready for the busy day ahead. Sometimes when I'm going to bed I already think about waking up and having my cup of coffee. Did you know that every year the average American drinks enough coffee to fill up a bath tub? What's the real scoop on coffee? Why do we love it so much?

6 Simple Diet Tips to Help You Reach Your Weight Loss Goals

Jill McCoy — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:39:15 +0000

Are you trying to live a healthier life style? Whether you are trying to watch what you eat and work out a little more often to reach your weight loss goals, bikini body, or just feel better, that is awesome! We all want to look good in bathing suits for the summer months, but we can't expect to look and feel good when we aren't taking proper care of our body. I have 6 simple diet tips to help you reach your goals, whatever they may be.

Three Not-So-Obvious Things That Can Trigger Your Allergies

Jude Walker — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:22:54 +0000

A lot of us are dealing with flared up allergies right now due to the high pollen count. Shoot, some times you can see a layer of yellow powder sitting on your outdoor furniture it’s so thick. The best thing to do is stay indoors, away from the pollen in the air. However, pollen is [...]

Louisiana Firm Recalls Roast Beef Deli Meat Due To Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination

Nathan Pike — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 09:14:47 +0000

According to information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Manda Packing Company, an outfit out of Baker, has recalled at least 20,166 pounds of cooked roast beef deli meat.

The Master Cleanse Diet: Legit or Scam?

Jill McCoy — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:54:28 +0000

The Master Cleanse Diet, also known as the Lemonade Diet, has been around for nearly 50 years. The diet became widely popular after celebrity Beyonce announced she had lost 20 pounds on the diet to prepare for her role in the movie Dreamgirls. I recently heard Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, Yolanda Foster, rave about the Master Cleanse Diet. With so many fad diets out there, is the Lemonade Diet something we can count on and see healthy, long lasting results with?

Police Motorcade Helps 87-Year-Old Woman Complete Fun Run For Cancer

Jude Walker — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 10:00:22 +0000

Lena Mae Beasley is 87 years old and suffers from dementia. But that didn’t stop her from wanting to run in Olney, Texas’ Fun Run for cancer last week. The Fun Run was on the date of her late husband’s birthday. Her son Jimmy is also currently battling cancer. She decided to complete the “Run” [...]

Hilarious 1980′s Face Workout Video [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:35:47 +0000

In the 1980's workouts were all the rage. We had Olivia Newton-John telling us to get physical and we were up for the challenge. Jane Fonda had us working out on video tapes and we all wanted Buns of Steel.

Cracking Your Knuckles Won't Give You Arthritis

Jude Walker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 11:19:46 +0000

You’ve probably heard from your parents to stop cracking your knuckles because it could do harm to your joints or even give you arthritis. Well, that old wives’ tale has no validity to it. Studies have proven that cracking your knuckles does not do you any harm. You’re just popping air bubbles when you do [...]

TV Chef's Epic Experiement Fail [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:20:53 +0000

This famous TV Chef gets put in his place by a bunch of kids. The kids are being mean, they are just being kids and we should all be concerned.