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Lettuce can be planted in September and October throughout Louisiana and into November in southern parishes. Lettuce doesn’t need as much sunlight as other fall vegetables, making it a good option for those with shadier gardens. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

Lettuce can be planted in September and October throughout Louisiana and into November in southern parishes. Lettuce doesn’t need as much sunlight as other fall vegetables, making it a good option for those with shadier gardens. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

Time to get ready for fall vegetable gardening

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 30, 2024
It’s time to get ready for fall vegetable gardening. We know, we know: It’s still hot outside. Falling leaves and crisp autumn air feel an eternity away. But for some of our favorite cool-season veggies, there are narrow windows for planting and growing.
Gary Westcott

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Landry nominates longtime parole manager to run states’s prisons

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 30, 2024
Gov. Jeff Landry has picked a longtime acquaintance with nearly 30 years of experience working in probation and parole services to run the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, which includes the state prison system.

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Simple steps to prepare for disasters

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 30, 2024
September marks National Preparedness Month, serving as a reminder that natural disasters can strike at any moment. Homeowners can take many simple steps to ensure they are ready for potential emergencies and natural disasters.
State Sen. Blake Miguez, R-New Iberia, is picking a fight with the University of Louisiana Lafayette over its new off-campus gun-free zones. He believes the designated areas could lead to a lawsuit that he foresees ending firearm restrictions entirely at all schools. (Allison Allsop / Louisiana Illuminator)

State Sen. Blake Miguez, R-New Iberia, is picking a fight with the University of Louisiana Lafayette over its new off-campus gun-free zones. He believes the designated areas could lead to a lawsuit that he foresees ending firearm restrictions entirely at all schools. (Allison Allsop / Louisiana Illuminator)

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Louisiana state senator takes aim at gun-free zones around UL Lafayette

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
State Sen. Blake Miguez, R-New Iberia, is picking a fight with the University of Louisiana Lafayette over its new off-campus gun-free zones. He believes the designated areas could lead to a lawsuit that he foresees ending firearm restrictions entirely at all schools.
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry issued an executive order Tuesday prohibiting the teaching of critical race theory in Louisiana K-12 public schools. (Allison Allsop/Louisiana Illuminator)

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry issued an executive order Tuesday prohibiting the teaching of critical race theory in Louisiana K-12 public schools. (Allison Allsop/Louisiana Illuminator)

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Landry bans teaching of critical race theory in schools

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Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry issued an executive order Tuesday prohibiting the teaching of critical race theory in Louisiana K-12 public schools.
LSU AgCenter horticulture agent Will Afton stands with some different types of containers that can be used for gardening. (Photo by Randy LaBauve/LSU AgCenter)

LSU AgCenter horticulture agent Will Afton stands with some different types of containers that can be used for gardening. (Photo by Randy LaBauve/LSU AgCenter)

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Containers: An easy solution to many gardening conundrums

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 23, 2024
Expansive, in-ground flowerbeds and vegetable gardens aren’t for everyone. Maybe you want to grow just a few plants — either because of limited space or a desire for a minimal gardening commitment.

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Let Teachers Teach policy reduces mandated teacher training

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 23, 2024
BATON ROUGE — Louisiana is implementing wide-ranging solutions proposed by State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley to help eliminate classroom distractions for teachers.
Liz Murrill speaks to reporters after qualifying for the 2023 election for Louisiana attorney general. (Matthew Perschall/Louisiana Illuminator)

Liz Murrill speaks to reporters after qualifying for the 2023 election for Louisiana attorney general. (Matthew Perschall/Louisiana Illuminator)

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Murrill: ‘Democrats have their facts wrong’ on abortion ban exceptions

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Friday, August 23, 2024
Republican Attorney General Liz Murrill came out in defense of Louisiana’s abortion ban Wednesday, saying on social media that “Democrats have their facts wrong.” Her remarks drew an immediate and sharp rebuke from one of the state’s leading abortion rights advocates.

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Louisiana’s unemployment rate decreased in July to 3.9%

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
BATON ROUGE – Data released by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that, for the fourth consecutive month, Louisiana’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from the prior month. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for July is 3.
Louisiana had 680,023 students enrolled in K-12 public schools in February 2024, according to the most recent data from the Louisiana Department of Education.

Louisiana had 680,023 students enrolled in K-12 public schools in February 2024, according to the most recent data from the Louisiana Department of Education.

Public school enrollments declining

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
PAR Snapshot With the start of the new school year, students are returning to emptier classrooms as the total enrollment in Louisiana’s public schools declines to its lowest level in 16 years.