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LSUE earns praise as board meets on campus

The LSU Board of Supervisors met Friday on the LSUE campus possibly for the first time since 2005. Stephen Perry, board member, who said he had never been to the campus, called the visit an eye-opener.

South Louisiana onshore oil and gas drilling needs to attract investment

The south Louisiana oil and gas industry needs to attract lots of capital from investors to access fossil fuels over 15,000 feet deep and provide some hope for the future, an exploration executive says.

Bill proposes ban on toy guns in schools

Louisiana students, technically as young as kindergarteners, who bring toy guns to school could face criminal penalties if House Bill 43, pre-filed by Rep. Dodie Horton, R-Haughton, passes the 2017 Legislature when it convenes April 10.

State criminal justice system reform proposed

The Justice Reinvestment Task Force has unanimously adopted recommendations to reform the state’s criminal justice system, advancing a program that proponents say could save taxpayers roughly $150 million and reduce the prison population by 13 percent within 10 years.

Make the Democrats own their Obamacare

At my age I’m pretty sure I don’t need maternity care. At her age I’m pretty sure my granddaughter doesn’t need health insurance for her end-of-life needs. But what do I know? I’m just a dumb citizen.

We can use a little Irish humor now

Thank goodness St. Patrick’s Day is upon us. Our country is in need of some Irish humor about now. With all the vitriol in our politics these days, we could use more brotherly love — which reminds me of the joke about McAlister. One Saturday night, he ordered three pints at the pub.

Higgins makes surprise stop at Iota school

Congressman Clay Higgins told a Crowley Lions Club luncheon during his campaign last August the transition from lawman to politician was “taking some getting used to.

Acadia Jury names secretary-treasurer

In a move proponents said would promote “continuity of administrative procedures,” the Acadia Parish Police Jury voted 6-2 to appoint Donna Bertrand, current human resources officer, to serve as secretary-treasurer through the end of 2017.

Eunice man accused of torching house to cover burglary

A 40-year-old Eunice man, Corey Darnell Jones, faces multiple charges in connection with the burglary and arson of a residence at 141 S. Aymond St., Eunice, on Tuesday.

LSUE partners with Lafayette General of provide an nursing class

A ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday at the Lafayette General Southwest Medical Office Building signaled a major milestone for the LSUE nursing program.