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Sen. Fred Mills became a target of conservatives within his own party after he bucked his party to kill a proposed ban on gender affirming health care for minors. (Photo by Sarah Gamard/LSU Manship School News Service)

Sen. Fred Mills became a target of conservatives within his own party after he bucked his party to kill a proposed ban on gender affirming health care for minors. (Photo by Sarah Gamard/LSU Manship School News Service)

Senator unfazed by critics

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
State Sen. Fred Mills is the latest target of national conservative activists after bucking the Republican Party by voting to kill a proposed ban on gender-affirming healthcare for transgender youth But he’s not worried about it. “Why should I?

Survey: 17% of Louisiana residents lost home insurance last year

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Seventeen percent of Louisiana residents say insurance companies canceled their homeowner’s policies last year, according to an LSU survey released Tuesday. And a majority of residents polled say insurance rates are on the rise and are higher than in other states.

Survey: 17% of Louisiana residents lost home insurance last year

Harlan Kirgan
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Seventeen percent of Louisiana residents say insurance companies canceled their homeowner’s policies last year, according to an LSU survey released Tuesday. And a majority of residents polled say insurance rates are on the rise and are higher than in other states.
Place the crown of the pineapple about an inch down in well-drained potting soil and place it in a sunny area. (Photos by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

Place the crown of the pineapple about an inch down in well-drained potting soil and place it in a sunny area. (Photos by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

From the grocery store to the garden: A guide to homegrown pineapples

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 26, 2023
Sweet, tart and juicy, a pineapple is a delicious treat, especially in the hot summer. It is one of my favorite tropical fruits to eat and make juice from. Originating in tropical South America, it is grown extensively in Hawaii.

Tri-Parish LSU graduates announced

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
LSU awarded 4,514 degrees to graduates at the university’s 310th commencement exercises on May 19 and 20. The spring graduating class represents 58 Louisiana parishes, 49 states and 63 countries. Women comprise 59.11 percent of the class, and men comprise 40.89 percent.

Number of employed citizens sets a new record high

Harlan Kirgan
Saturday, May 20, 2023
Data released Friday by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that Louisiana’s seasonally adjusted employed data has again set a record. The number of seasonally adjusted employed for April 2023 is 2,036,978, a record high for the series.
Rudbeckias are ideal for mass plantings, borders and containers, and they can even be used as cut flowers.

Rudbeckias are ideal for mass plantings, borders and containers, and they can even be used as cut flowers.

Rudbeckia is bright, cheerful addition to gardens, landscapes

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 19, 2023
Rudbeckia, a member of the daisy family, has long been a popular choice for gardeners and landscapers alike. With its bright yellow and orange blooms, rudbeckia adds a splash of color to any garden or landscape. But where did this popular plant come from, and how has it been used over time?
The state has a $50 billion plan for shoring up Louisiana’s coast. (Photos courtesy of the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority)

The state has a $50 billion plan for shoring up Louisiana’s coast. (Photos courtesy of the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority)

$50 billion coastal plan heads toward approval

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 19, 2023
Louisiana’s most recent plan to restore and protect its coast at a cost of $50 billion advanced Wednesday through the House Committee on Natural Resources and Environment.

McNeese names honor students

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 19, 2023
McNeese State University honor students were recognized at spring commencement ceremonies held May 12 in the McNeese Legacy Center. Honor students recognized were: Summa Cum Laude (3.90-4.00) included: Luke D. Bischoff, Eunice; Leon C. Lahaye, Arnaudville; and Bailey Leonards, Iota.