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To get a look at a tree’s roots before purchasing, gently slip it out of its container. (Photo by Randy LaBauve/LSU AgCenter)

To get a look at a tree’s roots before purchasing, gently slip it out of its container. (Photo by Randy LaBauve/LSU AgCenter)

It’s a good time to plant a tree. Here’s how to decide on one that’s right for you.

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, November 15, 2024
If you’ve been thinking about adding a tree to your yard, now is the time to do it. And if you haven’t given it much thought, now is a perfect opportunity to consider planting a tree. Trees, in short, are great.

Landry tax plan delayed to Monday

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, November 15, 2024
Gov. Jeff Landry’s ambitious tax plan, which had previously encountered minimal resistance, hit its first bump on Thursday as lawmakers balked at applying sales taxes to more goods and services that are tax-free now.

Are you looking for a state tax refund?

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Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Louisiana Treasury’s Unclaimed Property Program has added $8.7 million in uncashed state income tax refunds from the Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR). These funds are available to be claimed now.
PVL03, a widely grown rice variety developed by the LSU AgCenter, was recently found to have a low glycemic index. (Photo provided by Horizon Ag)

PVL03, a widely grown rice variety developed by the LSU AgCenter, was recently found to have a low glycemic index. (Photo provided by Horizon Ag)

Louisiana’s most widely grown rice variety has low glycemic index

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Wednesday, November 13, 2024
People in Louisiana love to eat rice. So when an LSU AgCenter-developed rice variety offering a low glycemic index and a boost in protein hit store shelves a couple of years ago, customers took notice.
University of Louisiana System President Rick Gallot speaks at the Baton Rouge Press Club (Piper Hutchinson/Louisiana Illuminator)

University of Louisiana System President Rick Gallot speaks at the Baton Rouge Press Club (Piper Hutchinson/Louisiana Illuminator)

UL System president optimistic about Trump’s impact on state’s universities

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
University of Louisiana System President Rick Gallot said he is anticipating beneficial things for his nine universities after Donald Trump claimed last week’s presidential election.

House OKs 3% flat tax

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Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Key provisions of the governor’s plan to cut personal income and corporate taxes passed the state House of Representatives on Tuesday. The House voted 87-12 to shift individual income tax rates to a flat 3% and 83-14 to eliminate the corporate franchise tax.

Judge nixes classroom commandments

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Wednesday, November 13, 2024
A Louisiana law that will require schools to place displays of the Ten Commandments in every classroom is “coercive” and “unconstitutional,” according to the federal judge who issued an order Tuesday that stops the law from taking effect Jan. 1.
Louisiana’s ambitious plan to save and restore its coastline is stalled amid lawsuits seeking to halt the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project. But federal officials warn the state could lose more than $2 billion if it does not commit to finishing the project. (Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority)

Louisiana’s ambitious plan to save and restore its coastline is stalled amid lawsuits seeking to halt the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project. But federal officials warn the state could lose more than $2 billion if it does not commit to finishing the project. (Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority)

Louisiana could be out billions of dollars if controversial coastal restoration stalls

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Friday, November 8, 2024
Louisiana state leaders are mum about whether a nearly $3 billion project that’s been touted as a linchpin in the state’s coastal restoration efforts will move forward as pressure mounts from the federal government to get the work done. Gov.
Sen. Heather Cloud, R-Turkey Creek, is proposing a constitutional amendment that could lead to more minors being sentenced to adult prisons. (Greg LaRose/Louisiana Illuminator)

Sen. Heather Cloud, R-Turkey Creek, is proposing a constitutional amendment that could lead to more minors being sentenced to adult prisons. (Greg LaRose/Louisiana Illuminator)

Lawmakers consider making it easier to sentence minors to adult prisons

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Friday, November 8, 2024
In a special lawmaking session focused on tax policy, Louisiana lawmakers are also quietly moving legislation that could lead to more underage youth being sent to adult prisons.
Rep. Julie Emerson, R-Carencro, speaking to Rep. Charles Owen in the House Chamber. (Allison Allsop/ Louisiana Illuminator)

Rep. Julie Emerson, R-Carencro, speaking to Rep. Charles Owen in the House Chamber. (Allison Allsop/ Louisiana Illuminator)

Flat tax advances

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Friday, November 8, 2024
State lawmakers advanced two major pieces of legislation Thursday that would establish a flat tax on income and fully repeal a tax on large corporations. House Bill 1 and House Bill 3, both sponsored by Rep.