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A Louisiana program has recycled millions of oyster shells. It’s now expanding to a new city.
Louisiana's only large-scale oyster shell recycling program is expanding to Baton Rouge, helping to create more living shorelines instead of landfill pileup. Through the initiative run by the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL), local restaurants collect their used oyster shells and the program returns them to the water. New reefs created by the shells promote oyster growth and other aquatic life, while slowing erosion and minimizing storm surge. In turn, local restaurants can benefit from a tax incentive and participation in a sustainable initiative.
Portions of Louisiana facing potential drought conditions after hot, dry start to August
A significant slice of Louisiana is teetering on the cusp of drought after an unusually hot and dry start to August. And as we head for fall, historically Louisiana's driest time of year, it's still unclear whether the potential for incoming rain could turn things around. Nearly 38% of Louisiana...
Louisiana Has a New Way We Can Help Unwanted Animals
With a piece of legislation passed this year in the Louisiana Legislature, more money will be raised to help save the lives of pets. The program allows for a new commemorative stamp program according to Louisiana Radio Network. While these won't be stamps you can use to mail a letter,...
Louisiana Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser addresses Travel Association summit
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The Louisiana Travel Association’s summit started off Tuesday, Aug. 27 in Shreveport. The opening reception began at 6 p.m. at Sci-Port Discovery Center. On Wednesday at 8 a.m., there will be the lieutenant governor’s breakfast at the Shreveport Convention Center. KSLA spoke with Lt....
Shell's Zydeco Pipeline to Undergo Maintenance in September
SHEL - Free Report) , the British energy major, has stated that it will shut down certain parts of its Zydeco pipeline system to conduct maintenance activities. The shutdown, which is expected to last for three to four days, beginning Sept. 24, 2024, will likely restrict the flow of some light crude to Louisiana.
LSU School of Public Health launches Louisiana 3.0+ Scholars Pledge
NEW ORLEANS – LSU Health New Orleans has announced the launch of Louisiana 3.0+ Scholars Pledge, a program of the School of Public Health designed to recognize and retain the brightest minds in Louisiana. “As a people-centered, health-focused organization LSU Health New Orleans is committed to attracting and retaining...
Viral Dual Hurricane Hoax Currently Taking Louisiana Social Media by Storm
As the weekend approached, Louisiana residents were startled by the news of a potentially historic event: two simultaneous hurricanes forming in the Gulf of Mexico. The alarming forecast shared widely on social media, suggested that both tropical depressions were set to strengthen into Category 1 hurricanes by early next week, with nearly the entire Gulf Coast in their path.
CHRISTUS Health Awards More Than $3.3 million to Non-Profit Organizations
Four Northeast Texas groups from the CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances ministry received funds totaling $300,000 for community health initiatives (TYLER, Texas) – CHRISTUS Health is proud to announce the distribution of more than $3.3 million to 47 non-profit organizations across Texas, Louisiana, and New Mexico through the CHRISTUS Community Impact Fund. Four groups in …
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