Gina was born in Boston and raised in San Jose. She lived in New Orleans for a year or two before settling in Lake Charles in 1982. Gina is happily married with two beautiful children and is a graduate of Lake Charles-Boston High School and Delta School of Business. Gina says she has been lucky enough to have had two syndicated shows in her career. all while maintaining a live show in Lake Charles. She is grateful to have had such longevity in a career she loves.
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LSU to Start Phase Three Return-To-Campus Plan
LSU is planning to start the university's Phase Three plan, returning faculty, staff, and students to campus starting Monday, June 29.
Absentee Voting Extended Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
Due the health risk of the coronavirus, voters can apply for absentee ballots for upcoming primary elections. The deadline to turn/mail them in is July 10.
Restored Voting Rights for Felons
on Friday, March 1, 2019, more than 36K convicted felons in Louisiana got their voting rights restored. Learn more about the new law and get registered to vote.
Gov. Edwards Aims to Make Daylight Saving Permanent in Louisiana
Governor John Bel Edwards is pushing for a law that would allow Louisiana residents to enjoy longer days permanently.
What Is Juneteenth All About?
A lot of people have heard about and even attended a Juneteenth celebration, but most have no idea how it all began. Peep the history here!
When Will Your Louisiana Pandemic EBT Card Arrive?
The first round of P-EBT cards should arrive in the mail this week. Watch for plain white envelopes with an Austin, Texas return address.
Pandemic-EBT for All Students Who Receive Free Lunch
Good News! Louisiana is now approved for families to get a lot of extra help with groceries. Every child eligible for free or reduced lunch at school qualifies.
Dad Builds Stage in Driveway to Celebrate Daughter’s Graduation
A Memphis dad surprises his daughter with her very own graduation ceremony after the school canceled the real event.
COVID-19 Claims the Lives of Three Jazz Legends
The world of music was dealt a devastating blow this month as three legendary jazz artists, Ellis Marsalis Jr., Wallace Roney, and Bucky Pizzarelli passed away.
Great Online Learning Sites and Family Resources for All Ages
If you are looking for fun learning websites for kids K-12, we got you covered. Find resources in every subject, flashcards, audible books, and much more!
Multi-Day Virtual Edition To Replace 2020 Essence Festival
Mayor Cantrell announced the cancellation of all large NOLA events for 2020. Essence Fest to refund tickets and replace live shows with multi-day virtual event.
R. Kelly Seeks Emergency Bail Citing He’s A COVID-19 High Risk
Kelly fights to get released due to virus outbreak, citing lack of soap, no way to practice good hygiene or social distancing, a recent surgery, and his age.
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention: Travel Advisories
Get the latest health and travel advisories about coronavirus here. Find out everything you need to know about how to keep yourself and family safe.
Amazon And Ring Hit With Class-Action Suit Over Hackings
Customers hold the companies responsible over Ring security cameras getting hacked and not providing a better security system in place to fend off hackers.
Boosie Robbed Of $70K In Jewelry At A Georgia Pappadeaux’s
Boosie has a little message for the thieves that broke in his Bentley SUV, while parked outside the seafood restaurant Monday.
New Indictment Charges Against R. Kelly Includes Aaliyah
R&B mogul R. Kelly has 99 problems, and now Aaliyah is one. Thursday Kells was hit with new charges for having a fake ID made to marry the star when she was 15.
Lizzo On Blast For Allegedly Stealing “Truth Hurts”
Two brothers took to IG this week with tea and video footage from an alleged 2017 recording session to prove Lizzo stole their song and famous DNA line!
Stampede Almost Ruins Lil Wayne’s Lil WeezyAna Fest
All hell broke loose as 15,000 fans ran for their lives. A few fans started a dangerous stampede after someone thought they heard gun fire over the weekend.
Jay-Z’s Roc Nation/NFL Launch The Inspire Change Initiative
Jay Z rolls out the Inspire Change Initiative donating hundreds of thousands to at-risk youth/family centers in every NFL city across the country.
R. Kelly Crisis Manager Says Singer Is On Suicide Watch – Tha Wire
Today in Tha Wire, R. Kelly is accused of sexually exploiting women and girls in two states. He's being held without bond until his next hearing.