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Crawfish industry hopes for federal disaster aid

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Normally, the weeks just before Easter mean peak business for crawfish harvesters, wholesalers and processors, with ample product and high demand.

Both Chinese and American fringe trees are stunning in the landscape and are great small-to-medium-sized trees that fit well in urban settings. (Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

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Fringe trees present a spring spectacle

Rebecca Chaisson

Thursday, March 28, 2024

If you’ve caught sight of those stunning, petite, white-flowered trees this spring, you’re witnessing one of the most dazzling spectacles of the season: the fringe trees.

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

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Education Savings Account may be costly

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

A proposal that would allow families to steer Louisiana public education dollars to private schools — regardless of their income — is expected to cost the state hundreds of millions of dollars, with a wide gap between legislative calculations and a good government group’s projections.

Reps. Rhonda Butler, R-Ville Platte, and Rep. Travis Johnson, D-Vidalia. (Submitted photo)

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Legislative Rural Caucus announces officers

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

The Louisiana Legislative Rural Caucus elected its 2024-25 officers, selecting Rep. Rhonda Butler, R-Ville Platte, as chairwoman. Additionally, the caucus announces the elections of Rep. Travis Johnson, D-Vidalia, as vice chairman and Rep. Jason Dewitt, R-Boyce, as secretary/treasurer.

Lee Kleinpeter in the KRVS studio in 2016, where he produced some of his most popular radio shows. (Photo by KRVS Public Media)

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Lee Kleinpeter inducted into Louisiana Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

The Louisiana Association of Broadcasters inducted longtime KRVS 88.7 FM program host Lee Kleinpeter into its Hall of Fame on March 22. The organization honored Kleinpeter during its 2024 Prestige Awards ceremony, a little over a year after he passed away at age 73.

Rep. Bryan Fontenot measured off the 25 feet that his bill would let police officers demand from bystanders. Photo credit: Madison Maronge/LSU Manship School News Service

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House panel OKs bill giving police space

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

A House committee moved forward with a bill Tuesday that would criminalize coming within 25 feet of an on-duty police officer if ordered to halt by the officer. Penalties for violations could include a jail term of up to 60 days and a fine of $500.

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Education savings accounts advance

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Friday, March 22, 2024

Parents who want to tap into taxpayer money to send their children to a private school or a different public school could soon have that choice based on legislation a Louisiana Senate committee advanced. Eventually, the resources would be available to any family regardless of their income.

Citrus plants offer a crisp, refreshing top note, injecting a burst of energy into scents. (Photos by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

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The fragrance of nature

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, March 22, 2024

National Fragrance Day, celebrated March 21, might not be a widely recognized day on our calendars, but it’s hard to deny the integral role that fragrances play in our everyday lives.

Incoming Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple speaks at the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana candidate’s forum April 27, 2023, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Baton Rouge. (Greg LaRose/Louisiana Illuminator)

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Temple pushes insurance industry-friendly package

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Friday, March 22, 2024

By Wesley Muller Louisiana Illuminator A package of legislation to benefit insurance companies found widespread support in a Louisiana Senate committee Wednesday after only one member questioned why the state would help the industry instead of drivers and homeowners who pay extraordinarily high...

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Acadiana legislative delegation elects officers

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, March 22, 2024

BATON ROUGE – The Acadiana Delegation of the Louisiana Legislature has elected its officers for 2024. State Representative Beau Beaullieu will serve as chairman and represents House District 48 including Iberia, Lafayette, and St. Martin parishes.