Signed, sealed, delivered: Darrell Jackson, Ronald Matthews and Kelton Roberson—all Baton Rouge natives who work for UPS in Port Allen—are among 15 delivery drivers in Louisiana who are being recognized by UPS for 25 or more years of accident-free driving. A total of 1,235 UPS drivers worldwide are being inducted into the company’s Circle of Honor this year. Of 941 drivers in Louisiana, UPS says William Sanders of Bossier City is the safest. He’s got 35 years of deliveries under his belt without a single accident. See the full list of Louisiana’s safest UPS drivers here.
Hours and powers: Secretary of State Tom Schedler is asking lawmakers to shorten voting hours on election day, a proposal that has been killed repeatedly over the years. Currently, poll hours run from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Schedler told a House committee on Thursday that he will ask for polls to open at 7 a.m. to shorten workdays for temporary election workers. Supporters say the long day makes it difficult to attract poll workers and that the state offers enough early voting days for people to access the polls despite their work schedules. Opponents say the change could limit voting opportunities for people. Lawmakers will consider the idea in the regular session that starts March 12.
Blue grass beckons: You’ve got until March 16 to register to be a part of the delegation of Baton Rouge business and community leaders who are visiting Louisville March 25-27 to take part in the 2012 Baton Rouge Area Canvas Workshop. Highlighted topics this year will be education and talent development. Cost is $2,200, which includes hotels and a charter flight. Get the full details and register online here.
Editor’s note: John Maginnis is on vacation, but his column will return to Daily Report on Tuesday.
