Source Led by the NorthshoreVoters.org, a coalition of ten citizen organizations sent State Representative Paul Hollis and other members of the Louisiana Legislature a strongly-worded “Open Letter” on Monday, June 5, alleging that Hollis “gutted” HB 212, also known as the Recall Bill, and “stabbed the voters in the back.”   To set in motion a recall election, current law requires signatures from 50 percent of individuals who are registered to vote in the parish. After the failure of the campaign to recall Mayor Latoya Cantrell, supporters from Orleans and other parishes determined th ..read more

Transitioning from high school to college can be overwhelming. Young students often struggle with managing their time effectively as they navigate this newfound freedom. Tolulope Oluwakorede Adetayo shares some time management techniques for incoming college students to help them stay on track and excel. Set Goals Setting goals helps you visualize what you want to achieve in the short and long term. Break your goals down into manageable tasks. This helps you stay focused and motivated. Your goals can be academic, personal, or career-oriented. Refer to them regularly. Get Organized After setti ..read more

Financial services refer to the different types of services provided by the financial industry, which includes a wide range of organizations that manage and regulate money. These services are designed […] The post What Are the Different Types of Financial Services? appeared first on Big Easy Magazine ..read more

A US default would likely lead to a sharp increase in interest rates on US debt. This is because investors would demand a higher return to compensate for the increased risk of default. This increase in borrowing costs would be felt not just by the US government, but also by businesses and consumers who borrow money to finance their operations or purchases. This would have a knock-on effect on economic growth, as higher borrowing costs would make it more expensive for businesses to invest and for consumers to spend. In addition to the impact on borrowing costs, a default could also trigger a ..read more

Blame Walmart and Amazon for Higher Food Prices There’s no doubt that the costs of everything at the grocery store – from meat, fresh fruit and vegetables to butter milk, eggs and even soft drinks – have risen significantly since the pandemic began. The ability for farmers and other manufacturers to produce all these products and pandemic-related supply chain interruptions are certainly part of the problem. But the real culprits are conglomerates like Walmart and Amazon who buy the most products and have the biggest stick when it comes to negotiating prices and quick delivery when inventory i ..read more

With the help of former U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu, Arlington Virginia-based Venture Global – a producer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) sourced from “resource rich” North American natural gas basins – opened its first facility located in Cameron Parish at Calcasieu Pass in January, 2022. The company is currently exporting 12 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) and plans to increase that capacity to 60 MTPA in an effort to provide “clean, affordable energy to the world,” according to Venture Global LNG’s website.  During her 18 years in the U.S. Senate, Landrieu was a staunch advocate for the ..read more

Reproductive rights advocates and community members will gather Saturday, May 27 to celebrate the Louisiana Abortion Fund’s (LAAF’s) new chapter. Formerly known as the New Orleans Abortion Fund, the re-energized fund is committed to reproductive justice – the rights of all to determine if or when they will have children and the right to live and raise children in thriving communities.  The purpose of the fund is to assist community members as they overcome the economic and geographic barriers erected to prevent them from accessing abortion care. By providing low-barrier financial support ..read more

Photo Credit: Gonzo’s Smokehouse & BBQ New Orleans might not be the first place you think of when you’re considering amazing barbecue, but a restaurant in Luling is changing that. Gonzo’s Smokehouse & BBQ, 12325 River Rd., has been serving what many consider the best barbecue in the New Orleans area since 2016. Owner Jason Gonzalez was born and raised on the Westbank and didn’t set out to be the king of local barbecue. Instead, he was working in drafting and design in the oil and gas industry. He honed his cooking skills in his backyard, where he developed his signature barbecue style ..read more

Workers compensation insurance is a type of insurance provided to employees in most states.  It ensures that workers who become sick or injured while on the job can receive prompt medical care without being responsible for the cost of such care.  Nevada workers compensation, like that in any other state, is provided by the employer to cover any employee who works for them. While there are subtle differences in the laws of each state, Nevada workers compensation is required for any employer who has at least one employee.  Here is what small business owners need to know about Nev ..read more