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Southern bacterial wilt causing problem in Louisiana vegetables

Weeks of wet weather in Louisiana has led to damage from one of the most serious diseases of crops such as tomatoes, eggplant and bell peppers. LSU AgCenter plant doctor Raj Singh said the disease is called southern bacterial wilt and is caused by the soil-borne bacterium Ralstonia solanacearum.

Airmen maintain readiness at Air Dominance Center

159th Fighter Wing Airmen from across Louisiana gathered at the Air Dominance Center in Savannah, Ga., for their annual training, June 6 – 11.

Bayou Teche Paddle Trail is unique

What started as project to cleanup up a historic bayou has turned into the unique Bayou Teche Paddle Trail that stretches from Port Barre to Berwick.

Federal aid helps legislators tackle big issues

Buoyed by billions of dollars in federal COVID-19 relief aid, Louisiana legislators took on several big issues this spring and made progress in simplifying the tax code, supporting education and expanding criminal-justice reform.

Keeping an eye on the bald eagles

Eunice Rotary Club members recently learned from Steve Shively, ranger at Kisatchie National Park, about a live video stream of bald eagle nest. Shively, a wildlife biologist, spoke about bald eagles and the effort to put a camera on them at Lake Kincaid. The videos are accessible through www.fs.

Daylilies are carefree

Daylilies are delightful, carefree plants By Heather Kirk-Ballard LSU AgCenter horticulturist Daylilies are impressive this time of year. Why aren’t they in every landscape? These herbaceous perennials are one of the most carefree flowering plants you can plant in your garden.

Tax swap passes

The Legislature passed three tax bills involving personal income tax and corporate tax deductions on the last day of the session Thursday, including one that lowers personal income tax brackets.

Louisiana’s annual Free Fishing Weekend is Saturday, Sunday

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) invites the public to take part in its annual Free Fishing Weekend on Saturday and Sunday. Louisiana’s Free Fishing Weekend is an opportunity for residents and visitors to fish Louisiana waters without an otherwise required fishing license.

Grow your own cut flower garden

Nothing brightens a room like a beautiful bouquet of flowers. Many gardeners incorporate flowers into their landscapes to bring color to their outdoor areas, but have you ever considered dedicating a spot in your garden just for cut flowers?

Mandatory kindergarten bill passes House 59-31

A bill to make kindergarten mandatory in Louisiana passed the House 59-31 Thursday and will go back to the Senate for final consideration. Senators will need to decide if they concur with a House amendment changing the birthdate for when children would become eligible.