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Surprise Witness in $20 Million Defamation Suit Against former LSU Law Firm Possible
A $20 million defamation lawsuit was filed earlier this year against a Baton Rouge law firm that represented LSU for decades. Now if the plaintiff wins a motion to oppose the stay of the case requested by the defendants, current US Federal Judge Darrel Papillion is likely to be deposed.
Collaborating to clean up Monte Sano Bayou
(7/30/24) BATON ROUGE, La.—The Louisiana Stormwater Coalition (LSC), LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens, BREC and ExxonMobil successfully “Bashed the Trash” at Monte Sano Bayou, located in north Baton Rouge near Interstate 110 and ExxonMobil’s facility earlier this month. Monte Sano Bayou is part of the BREC park...
Victory No. 2 for former LSU Duo in Thrilling Beach Volleyball Match at the Eiffel Tower Stadium in Paris Olympics
In a thrilling beach volleyball match, Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth, former LSU All-Americans, dominated with a straight sets victory over Australia’s Mariafe Artacho del Solar and Taliqua Clancy, silver medalists in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Victory and Rankings. Their victory puts Nuss and Kloth on top of Pool...
Slidell's Corey Cousin Jr. makes a decision about his baseball future
Slidell graduate Corey Cousin Jr. still can't believe it's true. Two weeks ago, the Kansas City Royals drafted the talented outfielder at No. 527 overall with the second pick of the 18th round of the MLB Draft. Now, Cousin is officially a Royal after signing a 6-year contract on July...
Former Memphis center adds important piece to Pelicans' frontcourt
New Orleans claimed second-year big man Trey Jemison off waivers on July 26. Another addition to the Pelicans offseason, Jemison played in 25 games (14 starts) last season as a rookie with Washington and Memphis. Over those 25 games, the 6-foot-11 center averaged nearly seven points and five rebounds, including a block per game. Listed at 260 pounds, Jemison's frame gives the Pelicans much-needed size and interior defense alongside Zion Williamson, Yves Missi, and others.
Five-Star Intel: Where LSU stands with Jonah Williams
Five-star Galveston (Tex.) Ball safety Jonah Williams is closing in on his college decision on Aug. 24. As his decision approaches, we run down where things stand for him. The post Five-Star Intel: Where LSU stands with Jonah Williams appeared first on On3.
Gumbo the Great Blue Heron is the new gameday character for Prairieville High
Gumbo the Great Blue Heron is the new gameday character for the Prairieville High School Hurricanes. The new character logo featuring a Great Blue Heron was developed by the school's leadership following feedback from the community and incoming students. "The Great Blue Heron, which we are lovingly nicknaming Gumbo, will...
On this day in 1866
Black men, many of them veterans of the Civil War, were killed in New Orleans when they paraded outside the Louisiana Constitutional Convention in favor of their right to vote. According to the official report, a total of 38 people were killed and 146 wounded. Other estimates put the numbers even higher.
LSU's top baseball signee Konnor Griffin remains unsigned after 2024 MLB draft
One of LSU baseball’s top signees in the 2024 recruiting class has yet to sign his pro contract. The deadline for him to sign is 4 p.m. CT on Thursday. Konnor Griffin is one of the best baseball players in the country, regardless of his just being a high school kid. Griffin signed his letter of intent to play for LSU but no one assumed he would make it to Baton Rouge because he was an early-round pick in the 2024 MLB draft.
Detillier announces his bid for re-election
Tyler Detillier is thrilled to announce his candidacy for re-election to the Lockport Town Council, representing Division E. Throughout his current term, Tyler has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the community by championing significant projects that have greatly benefited the area. His efforts have included expanding local parks to provide more recreational spaces for families and individuals, upgrading infrastructure to ensure safer and more efficient transportation, and enhancing public safety measures to protect residents and maintain peace of mind.
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