State

Did Coolidge eat his Rice-O-La?

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, February 24, 2023
When planter, politician and entrepreneur Henri Gueydan began to manufacture his Rice-O-La breakfast cereal in 1923, he also launched an advertising campaign that could have been the inspiration for the flamboyant Hadacol promotions decades later. The campaign might have been anticipated.
Gov. John Bel Edwards on Friday unveiled his last state budget proposal to a joint legislative committee. (Photo by Molly Ryan//LSU Manship School News Service)

Gov. John Bel Edwards on Friday unveiled his last state budget proposal to a joint legislative committee. (Photo by Molly Ryan//LSU Manship School News Service)

Edwards proposes budget with teacher pay raise

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, February 17, 2023
Gov. John Bel Edwards proposed a budget Friday that includes a $2,000 pay raise for K-12 teachers that could climb to $3,000 if more money becomes available. He also called for a $1,000 pay raise for support workers at schools. Those basic raises would cost the state about $200 million each year.
Farmers markets help support communities and Black farmers.

Farmers markets help support communities and Black farmers.

Celebrating Black History Month in the garden

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, February 17, 2023
For nearly 50 years, Black History Month has been celebrated in the U.S. The story took root when Carter G. Woodson, a Harvard-trained historian, and minister Jesse Moorland founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in 1926.
Washington reporters Ashley Parker and Michael C. Bender talked about covering President Trump. (Photos by Matthew Perschall/LSU Manship School News Service)

Washington reporters Ashley Parker and Michael C. Bender talked about covering President Trump. (Photos by Matthew Perschall/LSU Manship School News Service)

Washington reporters talk about covering Trump

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Ashley Parker was enjoying sleeping in on a fall Saturday in 2019, her husband tending to their young daughter. Then her phone started vibrating nonstop.
Brushes, scouring pads, sandpaper and lubricating oils are best for hand pruner maintenance. (Photos by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

Brushes, scouring pads, sandpaper and lubricating oils are best for hand pruner maintenance. (Photos by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

Clean up those dull, rusty garden tools before pruning

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, February 10, 2023
Benjamin Franklin said, “The best investment is in the tools of one’s own trade.” I would take that one step further and say that taking care of one’s tools is insurance on your investment. Everything requires a little maintenance, and garden tools are no exception.
Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry, left, has called for legislation to restrict what children and teens can check out from public libraries. State Rep. Julie Emerson, center, and Sen. Health Cloud will carry bills to achieve those objectives in the regular session that starts April 10. (Photo by Remi Tallo/Louisiana Illuminator)

Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry, left, has called for legislation to restrict what children and teens can check out from public libraries. State Rep. Julie Emerson, center, and Sen. Health Cloud will carry bills to achieve those objectives in the regular session that starts April 10. (Photo by Remi Tallo/Louisiana Illuminator)

Attorney general, legislators call for restricting minors’ access to library materials

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Friday, February 10, 2023
Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry has called for legislation to restrict what children and teens can check out from public libraries. He released a report Tuesday on what he considers sexually explicit materials available to minors at libraries.
Lawmakers met in a special session to create a $45 million plan to expand home insurance coverage in Louisiana. (Photo by Francis Dinh/LSU Manship School News Service)

Lawmakers met in a special session to create a $45 million plan to expand home insurance coverage in Louisiana. (Photo by Francis Dinh/LSU Manship School News Service)

Gov. signs insurance relief bills

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
The Legislature approved bills on Friday to spend up to $45 million to lure home insurers back to the state. The next stop is Gov. John Bel Edwards’ desk.

State Fire Marshal’s Office outlines 2022 performance

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
State Fire Marshal Dan Wallis is announcing the agency’s 2022 performance outcomes which show continuity in services to and protection for the people of Louisiana following a seamless transition of leadership mid-year.

CEO Roundtable program accepting applications

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Louisiana Economic Development is now accepting applications for its 2023-24 CEO Roundtables series, the popular, yearlong program that provides a platform for leaders of second-stage companies to share insights and knowledge.