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Fire engulfs historic Gretna floral shop - WDSU New Orleans

GRETNA, La. —A large fire broke out Tuesday morning at a historic Gretna floral shop.Gretna Fire Department officials said the blaze began at Le Grand the Florist, and according to witnesses, quickly spread around the building.AdvertisementThe smoke could be seen on the east bank of New Orleans.The cause of the fire is unknown.WDSU reporter Michael Vinsanau found heavy smoke still coming from the building when he arrived on the scene. Flames could also be seen in the windows as firefighters worked to contain the blaze.Officials said firefighters were notified about the blaze around 7:21 a.m. Tuesday. There was word that someone was trapped inside the building, but firefighters determined that everyone got out safely.Investigators said the flames grew so strong that firefighters had to fight the fire from the outside. Some of the factors for the fire growing quickly were the old building and the structure being made mostly of wood.Crews began tearing down the store Tuesday afternoon.Le... http://www.wdsu.com/article/fire-engulfs-historic-gretna-floral-shop/14529999

Effort to end florist licensing in Louisiana nipped in the bud with Senate panel's rejection - The Advocate

A Senate panel has rejected an attempt to do away with retail florist licensing in Louisiana – the only state that requires such occupational certification to arrange flowers.The Senate Agriculture Committee shot down House Bill 561 in a 6-1 vote on Tuesday after hearing objections from florists who said they agree with tighter regulations on their industry."Having a license is not a barrier," said Annie Taylor, a licensed florist in Scott. "To say you are a licensed florist sets you apart in the industry."She warned committee member that if the measure passed then it would denigrate the profession."You have let us down and you have demoted us," she said. "We are artists. It's not an occupation." ... https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/legislature/article_4058ed8e-4d59-11e8-aced-a3f61ef63b1c.html

Arkansas florist selected to decorate floats at Tournament of Roses Parade - MyArkLaMiss

Then, it was called Bridget's Holiday Shop. Since then, she has mastered her design skills and has built up her floral resume. She is a member of the Louisiana floral board, has received her Arkansas master floral license and just recently became a certified floral designer."She's very good," said Annie Dunn, a loyal customer and friend of Joslin's.In January, she'll be able to add another accomplishment to her resume. She was one of 59 floral designers to be selected to build a flower-filled float at the Rose Parade. She will join the Fiesta Parade Floats team."I believe with all of my heart that if you follow the passion that's in your heart, dreams can come true," Joslin said. "This is an answered prayer for me."The 128th annual Tournament of Roses Parade is Tuesday, January 1. You can watch the spectacular two hour event live right on NBC channel 10 at 6 a.m. ... https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/local-news/arkansas-florist-selected-to-decorate-floats-at-tournament-of-roses-parade/1663736375

Arkansas florist selected to decorate floats at Tournament of Roses Parade - KTAL

Then, it was called Bridget's Holiday Shop. Since then, she has mastered her design skills and has built up her floral resume. She is a member of the Louisiana floral board, has received her Arkansas master floral license and just recently became a certified floral designer."She's very good," said Annie Dunn, a loyal customer and friend of Joslin's.In January, she'll be able to add another accomplishment to her resume. She was one of 59 floral designers to be selected to build a flower-filled float at the Rose Parade. She will join the Fiesta Parade Floats team."I believe with all of my heart that if you follow the passion that's in your heart, dreams can come true," Joslin said. "This is an answered prayer for me."... https://www.arklatexhomepage.com/news/local-news/arkansas-florist-selected-to-decorate-floats-at-tournament-of-roses-parade/1664383787

Effort to eliminate florist licenses in Louisiana becomes a thorny issue - Fox News

BATON ROUGE, La. – In Louisiana, florists must know the proper storage temperature for plants, wiring methods for various flowers and how to construct a cascade bouquet. They pay $100 a year.The Pelican state is the only state in the country that requires a license to sell flowers, a distinction that has become a point of contention among florists who say it legitimizes their trade and state lawmakers who feel Louisiana is too overwhelmed with a dizzying number of professional license requirements.State lawmakers wanted to cut back on the number of licenses by eliminating the floral one. That has drawn the ire of florists who take pride in regulating their profession – by weeding out people who know little about floral arrangements. Orchids sit on display at Red Onion in Baton Rouge. Several florists throughout the state say they want to keep a licensing and testing requirement in place. Louisiana is the only state in the country that requires florists to be licensed. (Fox News)Part of the... https://www.foxnews.com/politics/effort-to-eliminate-florist-licenses-in-louisiana-becomes-a-thorny-issue