Statue honors LDWF Enforcement Agents killed in the line of duty

Submitted by arobicheaux on Tuesday, May 21st, 5:12 pm

The following is a news release from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries:

On Tuesday, May 21, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) dedicated a statue in Baton Rouge to honor those Enforcement Division agents who have died in the line of duty.

The statue depicts an LDWF Enforcement Division agent in an honor guard uniform with his head bowed. The statue sits on top of a granite pedestal that is engraved with the names of the seven LDWF agents that have been killed in the line of duty.

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Researchers study oil-spill effects on marsh birds

Submitted by arobicheaux on Tuesday, May 21st, 9:32 am

by Rick Bogren

LSU AgCenter researchers are studying a bird species that lives only in coastal marshes to try to determine how it may be affected the by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in 2010.

Sabrina Taylor and Philip Stouffer in the LSU AgCenter School of Renewable Resources are collecting and analyzing feathers and tissue from seaside sparrows to see how they are surviving the presence of spilled oil.

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Officials: Blimp breaks free from Polk training exercise, poses no threat

Submitted by KPLCTV Web Staff on Monday, May 20th, 5:39 pm

FORT POLK, LA (KPLC)- A blimp used for military training broke free Sunday and drifted from the installation.

According to a news release from Fort Polk Public Affairs, the small Army Aerostat Blimp broke free from its tether in the Peason Ridge area, located in the western section of the installation's training lands.

The blimp reportedly drifted in a westward direction from Fort Polk at an altitude of about 2,000 feet.

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Master Gardeners attend appreciation program

Submitted by arobicheaux on Monday, May 20th, 9:44 am

The following is a news release from the LSU AgCenter:

More than 200 Louisiana Master Gardeners braved downpours to be recognized for their volunteer efforts at the LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station on May 10.

Attendees came from almost all parishes across the southern part of the state, in addition to small groups from several parishes in north Louisiana, said LSU AgCenter Master Gardener coordinator Rene Schmit.

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Isadore graduates from Air Force training

Submitted by arobicheaux on Monday, May 20th, 9:20 am

The following is a news release from the Joint Hometown News Service:

Air Force Airman Anthony M. Isadore graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

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Hurricane Expo set Saturday at Prien Lake Mall

Submitted by KPLCTV Web Staff on Friday, May 17th, 6:07 pm

LAKE CHARLES, LA (KPLC)- KPLC 7 Stormteam meteorologists will be on site with the National Weather Service and Entergy for this year's Hurricane Expo at the Prien Lake Mall on Saturday.

The purpose of the expo is to provide information about evacuations, warning systems and as a bonus, the team will be giving away door prizes that will help residents stay prepared during cases of severe weather and emergencies.

Staying prepared and being informed is one of the most important pieces of knowledge for the public as we move forward this season.

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Poultry producers hear about litter management plans

Submitted by arobicheaux on Friday, May 17th, 9:30 am

by Bruce Schultz

Poultry producers are getting help to face the expected challenge of inspections by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

The LSU AgCenter, along with the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, provided information to producers at meetings in Many and Ruston recently.

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