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988 Day brings awareness to Louisiana 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, mental health

Tuesday, September 8 by Louisiana Radio Network

Today is 988 Day - a day when mental health providers spread the word about Louisiana 988, a number you can call or text 24 hours a day to receive free, confidential counseling for any problem, big or small. VIA Link social worker Sherrard... Read More.

Longtime New Orleans sports radio personality Mike Detillier passes away at age 65

Tuesday, September 8 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana is mourning the loss of legendary pro and college football analyst Mike Detillier of WWL Radio, who has passed away. Among many other things, Detillier co-hosted "The Second Guess" with former Saints quarterback Bobby Hebert, who was overcome with emotion talking about showing... Read More.

$5.8 billion Hyundai steel mill set to bring thousands of jobs to Ascension Parish

Monday, September 7 by Louisiana Radio Network

Hyundai is preparing to begin construction on a massive $5.8 billion steel mill in Ascension Parish that is expected to create thousands of jobs and make Louisiana a major supplier of automotive-grade steel. The Hyundai-Posco steel facility in Donaldsonville still needs a final air pollution... Read More.

Louisiana hits record employment as job growth accelerates

Monday, September 7 by Louisiana Radio Network

On Labor Day, Louisiana officials are touting a strong state of the state's workforce, with more than 2.01 million people now working - the highest employment level in state history. Louisiana Workforce Commission Secretary Susie Schowen says the record number of workers is a sign... Read More.

Lane Kiffin Gives LSU Something It Had Lost: Swagger

Sunday, September 6 by Louisiana Radio Network

When Lane Kiffin looks back on his six years at Ole Miss, he has said he needed Oxford, Mississippi, more than Oxford needed him. He believes Oxford gave him the opportunity to grow, mature and stabilize his life. Kiffin has coached just one game at LSU. But... Read More.

Lane Kiffin’s LSU Debut Is a Statement: Tigers Annihilate Clemson

Sunday, September 6 by Louisiana Radio Network

Prior to his much-anticipated debut in Tiger Stadium as LSU's head coach, Lane Kiffin talked about putting together winning performances that would keep fans coming back. He delivered. There was no way anyone wearing Purple and Gold left Tiger Stadium disappointed Saturday night. In fact, LSU... Read More.

Lovebugs are swarming throughout Louisiana due to second seasonal mating cycle

Saturday, September 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

If you think you're seeing more lovebugs than usual, you're not imagining it. The end of summer is their second mating season of the year. LSU AgCenter entomologist Aaron Ashbrook says it is a normal part of their life cycle, but there are more... Read More.

Governor Jeff Landry calls out hypocrisy regarding SEC’s handling of college athletic eligibility

Friday, September 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry believes the SEC is unfairly targeting LSU in the legal battle over athletes seeking a fifth year of college eligibility. In an interview with Fox Business, Landry questioned why the SEC is not taking action against other schools, including Texas, which... Read More.

Hyundai Steel begins construction on $5.8 billion dollar plant in Donaldsonville

Friday, September 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

Today is the day construction will officially get underway on the Hyundai Steel plant near Donaldsonville. Stephanie Malin with Hyundai Steel says there are several reasons why the company chose Ascension Parish to establish its new plant. "A skilled workforce, the infrastructure needed to build... Read More.

Baton Rouge judge grants athletes a preliminary injunction against NCAA, SEC for fifth season of eligibility

Thursday, September 3 by Louisiana Radio Network

Baton Rouge Judge William Jorden granted LSU football commits Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris, along with 42 other athletes from the high school class of 2022, a preliminary injunction against the NCAA and Southeastern Conference. The players will now be eligible to return for... Read More.

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988 Day brings awareness to Louisiana 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, mental health

Longtime New Orleans sports radio personality Mike Detillier passes away at age 65

$5.8 billion Hyundai steel mill set to bring thousands of jobs to Ascension Parish

Louisiana hits record employment as job growth accelerates

Lane Kiffin Gives LSU Something It Had Lost: Swagger

Lane Kiffin’s LSU Debut Is a Statement: Tigers Annihilate Clemson

Lovebugs are swarming throughout Louisiana due to second seasonal mating cycle

Governor Jeff Landry calls out hypocrisy regarding SEC’s handling of college athletic eligibility

Hyundai Steel begins construction on $5.8 billion dollar plant in Donaldsonville

Baton Rouge judge grants athletes a preliminary injunction against NCAA, SEC for fifth season of eligibility

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