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LSU womens basketball team secures a dominant victory, defeating UNO Privateers by 64 points. Sophomore transfer Kate Koval scores career-high 22 points. The team showcases offensive power, with multiple players contributing to the high score. Before the game, players spontaneously sing the national anthem when the sound system fails, creating a powerful moment with the crowd. This event highlights the teams character and ability to connect with fans.

FarmMind, a Louisiana-based agri-tech startup, launches its operations, offering AI-driven solutions to enhance farming efficiency and sustainability. Founded by LSU alumni and students, the companys innovative system provides real-time insights, boosting yields and reducing waste. This homegrown success story underscores the potential for new businesses to address critical needs within the community.

Former IDEA Bridge School Property Sold for $18.7M: New Owners, New Possibilities

State documents reveal a devastating impact on wildlife following the Smittys Supply environmental disaster in Louisiana. Seventy-four live animals were recovered, with fifty oiled and eight dead. Most were reptiles, including turtles and alligators. Twelve alligator snapping turtles, a threatened species, were found, with one requiring advanced care. Despite recovery efforts, many more affected animals likely remain undiscovered, and long-term effects on aquatic species and protected wildlife are a concern.

President Trump unveils $12B aid package for farmers amid trade dispute President Donald Trump is set to announce a $12 billion aid package for farmers, following challenges in selling crops due to his trade policies. The package, to be revealed during a White House roundtable, includes $11 billion for the USDAs Farmer Bridge Assistance program, benefiting row crop farmers, particularly soybean and sorghum growers. The remaining funds will support other crop producers, aiming to stabilize the agricultural sector amid economic pressures.

Louisianas New Surgeon General: Doctor Evelyn Griffin, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist with over fifteen years of experience, has been appointed as the new Surgeon General by Governor Jeff Landry. Known for her expertise in robotic surgery and service on the Advisory Panel for Immunization Practices, Griffins selection is praised for her leadership in maternal health and commitment to strengthening the doctor-patient relationship.

Following a massive chemical spill in Louisiana, a state contractor rescued dozens of oil-covered animals, with seventy-four live wild animals recovered. Fifty-nine were oiled, and eight were deceased. The true impact on wildlife, especially aquatic species, is likely more significant and long-term than currently documented. Twenty-nine animals have been rehabilitated and released, but concerns remain for threatened species and the long-term effects on the ecosystem.

Fire officials in Port Allen, Louisiana, respond to a house fire caused by an electrical space heater. No injuries reported, highlighting the quick response of the West Baton Rouge Fire Department. Fire safety experts emphasize the importance of proper space heater usage to prevent future incidents.