For many, nighttime AC is a luxury
Wed, 07/29/2026 - 6:00am
As St. Mary sweltered in mid-90-degree temperatures over the last week, the impact was felt by some more than others.
Lifestyle
Dear Abby: Woman stuck in a rut after move to new area
Wed, 07/29/2026 - 6:00am
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married 45 years, but over the last six months, we’ve had numerous fights about Facebook.
LSU AgCenter
Voracious insects can damage camellia leaves, creating yellow spots and possibly preventing the plant from blooming.
Get It Growing: How to fight leaf scale on camellia japonica
Fri, 07/24/2026 - 6:00am
Your camellia has yellow blotches on its leaves and seems to be struggling. Aren’t these flowering shrubs supposed to be tough?
Dear Abby: Husband's career struggles impact couple's marriage
Fri, 07/24/2026 - 6:00am
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for 11 years and have two children.
Texas A&M photo
Federal health authorities have identified New World screwworm cases in Texas, but not in Louisiana as of Friday. Even so, state officials say, animal owners should be aware that the disease, which is spread by eggs that hatch into parasitic larvae, can affect pets as well as wild animals and livestock.
Pet Talk: Stay informed to protect animals from screwworm
Wed, 07/22/2026 - 6:00am
Since the U.S.