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LSU AgCenter showcases farming technology at Southwest Louisiana Drone Conference

CROWLEY, La. — Agricultural producers from across the state gathered to explore how unmanned aircraft can support modern farming operations during the 2026 Southwest Louisiana Drone Conference, hosted by the LSU AgCenter. The event took place Tuesday at the H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station South Farm. Program topics...

Crowley, LA · 12d
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USDA opens emergency loans for Louisiana farmers facing severe drought

Local farmers hit by severe weather earlier this year may now qualify for federal emergency aid. The United States Department of Agriculture has officially triggered a Secretarial disaster designation following […]

Louisiana · 11d

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Two major coastal projects get go-ahead from BP oil spill settlement trustees

(lailluminator.com) – Two major coastal restoration projects got the final go-ahead to begin construction in Louisiana, together restoring up to 1,700 acres of coastal shoreline and wetland habitat at a total cost of $265 million. The East Orleans Landbridge and Raccoon Island restoration projects have been given final approval...

Louisiana · 14d

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From Barn to Auction: Local students showcase livestock dedication in 'Raised in Louisiana'

SHREVEPORT, La. — Weeks of early morning feedings, daily training, and relentless dedication culminate at the State Fair of Louisiana when area 4-H students showcase their livestock projects ahead of the big sale next week. Join KTBS as viewers are taken behind the scenes to highlight the hard work...

Louisiana · 12d

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Louisiana Insurance Market Update: Fraud Prevention, Open Enrollment, and Resilient Construction

Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple discussed critical updates facing Louisiana policyholders, emphasizing the state’s proactive stance on insurance reform, Medicare options, and long-term infrastructure resilience. Combatting Insurance Fraud with Advanced AI. Louisiana is hosting a national fraud conference bringing together regulators from across 35 states to address widespread claims abuse....

Louisiana · 11d

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Louisiana Could Gain 25,000 Jobs From Nuclear Project

Louisiana could gain 25,000 jobs from a proposed nuclear campus. See what the project means for the State and hundreds of jobs in New Iberia.

Louisiana · 12d

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Entergy Louisiana offers $100 bill credits starting Oct. 28

Louisiana · 12d

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Third-Generation Stine Part-Owner Buys Existing Ace Store in Growing Lockhart

David and Taryn Stine have bought the Ace Hardware store at 518 W. San Antonio St. in Lockhart, bringing three generations of hardware and lumber know-how from Louisiana into a fast-growing Central Texas town. The store already operates seven days a week, and the couple has laid out plans for renovations, new product lines and additional hiring in the months ahead.

Louisiana · 14d

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Louisiana PSC Candidates Address High Bills & Power Outages

Louisiana · 12d

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Want a bountiful fall vegetable garden? Choose strong transplants and space them properly

October days in Louisiana don’t always feel like fall. While it will still be a while before true “sweater weather” arrives in the Bayou State, things have cooled off enough for us to get started on our fall and winter vegetables in the garden. Crops like mustard...

Louisiana · 12d

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Letters: Louisiana farmers must speak for themselves

The newspaper’s recent editorial in support of Louisiana farmers is to be applauded. But it misses a vital element of why the farmers’ needs are falling on “deaf ears.” Who is doing the talking? Not farmers!. About 40 years ago, Louisiana farmers were in financial trouble...

Louisiana · 13d

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Louisiana truckers cite concerns over a variety of issues including fuel prices, lawsuit abuse

Louisiana truckers rank lawsuit abuse and insurance costs over the high price of fuel as their top concerns for 2026. Louisiana Motor Transport Association executive director Renee Amar says while state lawmakers have passed reforms to help improve the property and the private auto insurance reform, commercial auto insurance rates have not been addressed.

Louisiana · 13d

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Power bills and outages: Louisiana Public Service Commission Race

Two candidates for the Louisiana Public Service Commission, Republican John Atkins and Democrat James Green, are presenting differing strategies to combat rising utility costs, improve infrastructure resilience, and manage the impact of data centers in District 5.

Louisiana · 12d

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Concert promoter opens second office; health networks name new CEOs

South Louisiana businesses and nonprofit groups recently announced the following promotions, new hires and resignations. Jomel Whittington, president of the Avala Physician Network, was promoted to CEO of Avala, a Covington-based health network and hospital, following the retirement of longtime chief Bill Hankins. Whittington previously worked as operations director at DISC of Louisiana, where he helped develop the spine surgery clinic.

New Orleans, LA · 14d

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NSU recognizes high achieving Business, Education alumni at Homecoming

NATCHITOCHES – — School of Business Hall of Fame:. Northwestern State University’s School of Business, a division of the College of Business and Technology, selected six alumni for induction into the College’s Hall of Fame. The six were honored with an induction program as part of Homecoming activities on Oct. 24. From left are NSU President James Genovese, honorees Leah Sherman Middlebrook of Bossier City, Joseph “Trent” Jackson of Shreveport, Laura Lyles of Natchitoches, Keith Poirrier of Lafayette and Wes Breeden of New Orleans with College Dean Dr. Scott Wysong. Information on NSU’s College of Business and Technology is available at https://www.nsula.edu/academics/colleges-and-schools/college-of-business-and-technology/.

Natchitoches, LA · 12d

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Natchitoches City Council approves property condemnations, discusses utility finances

The Natchitoches City Council met Monday, October 26, approving measures involving unsafe properties, employee compensation and improvements to the water treatment facility. Council members also discussed utility finances and introduced ordinances addressing excessive property accumulation and the operational authority of the Ward One City Marshal’s Office. The council approved...

Natchitoches, LA · 12d

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Louisiana Solar Funding and Early Voting: Insights with Congressman Troy Carter

Empowering Louisiana Communities Through Solar Energy. Congressman Troy Carter discusses critical legislative updates, early voting trends, and the ongoing fight to secure crucial solar funding for Louisiana. Despite federal appropriations for clean energy programs, recent administrative hurdles have delayed vital financial support for local communities. The Fight for Solar for...

Louisiana · 12d

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Lawsuit seeks to void SpaceX tax deal, alleging violations of Louisiana open meetings law

A citizens group and three residents sued the Vermilion Parish police jury and a newly revived industrial development board Monday, alleging they repeatedly violated Louisiana’s open meetings law while advancing SpaceX’s planned $100 billion spaceport. The suit says the police jury revived the Vermilion Parish Industrial Development Board,...

Vermilion Parish, LA · 13d