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U.S. Rep. Garret Graves, R-La., speaks to the Louisiana Seafood Safety Task Force on Nov. 27, 2023. (Photo byWes Muller/Louisiana Illuminator)

U.S. Rep. Garret Graves, R-La., speaks to the Louisiana Seafood Safety Task Force on Nov. 27, 2023. (Photo byWes Muller/Louisiana Illuminator)

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Graves undecided on election

Piper Hutchinson / Louisiana Illuminator
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
U.S. Rep. Garret Graves is committed to running for re-election this fall — but uncommitted on the district. Following the U.S.

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Republicans spike bill to shield records from public

Piper Hutchinson / Louisiana Illuminator
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
The sponsor of a controversial bill to shield most records of the Louisiana governor’s office from the public withdrew his bill Monday, killing it for the legislative session. Sen.
For Cleco residential customers looking to upgrade their home’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, Power Wise, Cleco’s energy efficiency program, can help cover the costs of purchasing and installing high-efficiency air conditioning units and heat pumps.

For Cleco residential customers looking to upgrade their home’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, Power Wise, Cleco’s energy efficiency program, can help cover the costs of purchasing and installing high-efficiency air conditioning units and heat pumps.

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Cleco residential customers can receive up to $3,500 in rebates for energy-efficient upgrades

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 17, 2024
PINEVILLE — For Cleco residential customers looking to upgrade their home’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, Power Wise, Cleco’s energy efficiency program, can help cover the costs of purchasing and installing high-efficiency air conditioning units and heat pumps.

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Motorists urged to exercise caution around bike rider

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
In recognition of Bicycle Safety Month, the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission reminds motor vehicle drivers to exercise caution around bike riders, who have the same right to use non-interstate roads as other road users.

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Love the Boot was biggest ever

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Love the Boot Week was bigger than ever thanks to the 19,441 people who dedicated 100,712 hours to cleaning up and beautifying Louisiana, according to a news release from Keep Louisiana Beautiful. A record 347 tons of litter were removed at 760 events in all 64 parishes.
State Rep. Jason Hughes speaks against HB 468 on July 18, 2023, during the veto override session at the State Capitol in Baton Rouge. (Louisiana Illuminator)

State Rep. Jason Hughes speaks against HB 468 on July 18, 2023, during the veto override session at the State Capitol in Baton Rouge. (Louisiana Illuminator)

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Louisiana colleges could gain more power over setting tuition

Piper Hutchinson / Louisiana Illuminator
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Louisiana colleges and universities could soon have more autonomy to set tuition and fees under a proposal advancing in the Legislature. House Bill 862 by Rep.

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Bill to hide records from public nears final passage

Wesley Muller / Louisiana Illuminator
Friday, May 10, 2024
Legislation that would allow local governments in Louisiana to hide many of their records from the public has cleared one of its last committee hurdles and is nearing final passage in the Legislature. House Bill 461 by Rep.
Porterweed is a great nectar source for pollinators. (Photo by Ashley Hickman/ LSU AgCenter)

Porterweed is a great nectar source for pollinators. (Photo by Ashley Hickman/ LSU AgCenter)

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Porterweed is a pollinator magnet and Super Plant for summer 2024g

Heather Kirk-Ballard / LSU AgCenter horticulturist
Friday, May 10, 2024
The buzz around planting for pollinators is not a new trend. In fact, we celebrate National Pollinator Week each June, and the month of May has been designated as Garden for Wildlife Month, according to the National Wildlife Federation.