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DOTD prepared for wintry conditions, urges caution during inclement weather

Harlan Kirgan
Monday, January 20, 2025
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces all staff are prepared to take proactive measures in the event of adverse weather, as bitterly cold temperatures and wintry precipitation are forecast for a large portion of the state in the coming days.

Public can access the LDOE’s new online home at doe.louisiana.gov

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, January 17, 2025
The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) announced the launch of its new online home at doe.louisiana.gov. The LDOE’s new website features a new look, new audience pages dedicated to some of the site’s most frequent visitors, and new ways for users to find the resources they need.
The flowers of many camellia japonica cultivars feature stripes, which are caused by genetic variations. (Photos by Olivia McClure/LSU AgCenter)

The flowers of many camellia japonica cultivars feature stripes, which are caused by genetic variations. (Photos by Olivia McClure/LSU AgCenter)

Long lived and easy to care for, camellia japonicas offer rare winter color in shade

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, January 17, 2025
From the LSU AgCenter Trying to find plants that bloom profusely in the shade during the dreary wintertime can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Your options are few and far between: Most flowers need lots of sunlight, and many plants simply do not bloom in the colder months.

Eagle Expo includes live raptors, photo workshop, boat tours

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
MORGAN CITY — The 20th Annual Eagle Expo and More, scheduled Feb. 20-22 in Morgan City will feature presentations from wildlife and nature experts, a live raptor presentation, boat tours to view eagles and opportunities to meet fellow birders.
Rice acres are expected to stay about the same in 2025. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

Rice acres are expected to stay about the same in 2025. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

Depressed commodity prices likely to keep farm margins tight

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
As farmers begin making plans for the upcoming growing season, many are bracing for the likelihood of another year marked by tight margins. “Production costs for 2025 are estimated to decrease for the second consecutive year, which is good news,” said LSU AgCenter economist Michael Deliberto.

Landry makes appointments to Louisiana higher education boards

(not verified)
Friday, January 10, 2025
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry has appointed two new members to the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors and three new members to the Louisiana Board of Regents. Landry also reappointed two Regents to another term and five members on the UL System board.
For about an hour on Thursday there was snow warning, but apparently it did not happen. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

For about an hour on Thursday there was snow warning, but apparently it did not happen. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Tips to protect your home and family during freezing temperatures

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, January 10, 2025
With freezing temperatures arriving, the LSU AgCenter LaHouse Research and Education Center shares practical advice to help Louisiana residents protect their property and ensure safety during extreme cold.
Pawpaw fruit is large, with a unique flavor that reminds some of mango and banana. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

Pawpaw fruit is large, with a unique flavor that reminds some of mango and banana. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

Pawpaws: An uncommon yet valuable addition to the Louisiana landscape

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, January 10, 2025
Increasing the use of native plants, growing your own food and supporting butterflies are all admirable goals. You can accomplish all three by planting pawpaw trees.

Biden order expands Trump’s offshore drilling ban

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
An energy industry researcher says, despite both praise and criticism of President Joe Biden’s executive order banning offshore drilling in huge swaths off much of the nation’s coastline, the measure will likely have no near-term impact on oil and gas exploration.