SUMMARY: Kennedy Wood, a local dance coach for the Neville Junior Hot Tiger Line, is competing to become a featured dancer in a music video with Grammy-winning artist Siera, with a chance to win a $20,000 prize. Wood aims to use the money to open a dance studio for underprivileged kids in her community. She believes this opportunity will highlight local talent and inspire young dancers, impacting their pursuit of dance careers. Currently, she is in the second phase of auditions and needs community votes from February 3rd to 13th to advance to the final stages.

Neville Junior High Tigerline coach competes in Ciara’s Dance Icon competition

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SUMMARY: Two men, Carmichael Anderson (26) and Terrence Williams (51), were arrested following a drug investigation in Thibodaux, La. Officers, in collaboration with various law enforcement divisions, executed search warrants on Jan. 30, finding significant quantities of illegal drugs, firearms, and nearly $42,000 in cash. Anderson was apprehended after a brief chase and charged with multiple drug possession offenses and weapons charges, including illegal machine guns. Williams faces charges for possession and distribution of drugs, including marijuana, ecstasy, and Suboxone. Both men are awaiting bond. The operation removed dangerous substances and weapons from the community.

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SUMMARY: The Public Retirement Systems’ Actuarial Committee reviewed 2024 actuarial valuations for several statewide pension funds, impacting employer contribution rates. The Clerks of Court Retirement Fund aims to eliminate a $41 million liability by 2029, currently maintaining an 83.1% funding ratio. The District Attorneys’ Retirement System’s membership rose to 753, with a strong funded ratio of 99.1%. The Firefighters’ Retirement System’s unfunded liability decreased from $467 million to $422 million as active membership grew. The Municipal Employees’ Retirement System’s ratio increased to 80.16%, supported by payroll growth. Overall, all systems show improvements in financial health and stability.

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