Going for the Gold The 2012 Summer Olympics recently concluded in London and are now consigned to the annals of history. Yet, the awarding of gold, silver and bronze to the best in anything are laurels we all underst...
Midwest drought affecting Louisiana cattle producers
The drought choking the Midwest is hundreds of miles away, but it is having direct effects on the Louisiana cattle market.
Calf prices have dropped significantly since spring because many cattle ar...
Acadian Ambulance launches new I.C.E. mobile app
People have a contact on their cell phone listed as “I.C.E.” (In Case of Emergency), so that authorities will be able to contact the user’s designated emergency contact, if necessary. However, most...
Good management keeps landscapes healthy
The LSU AgCenter has been promoting research-based best management practices in the home landscape for several years to inform residents on how to manage their lawns, gardens and landscapes to mini...
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Allen Owings/LSU AgCenter horticulturistZachary Today.Com
Successful ponds require good management For many people, just the act of fishing can provide relief from the stresses of everyday life. But catching fish can put food on the table, and for some, this is the best part of owning a recreati...
Heroes among us, Louisiana National Guard Airmen save lives Everyday heroes walk among us and are rarely recognized for their efforts. But when Louisiana Airmen save three lives in one day, ensuring a bride gets to see her dream wedding - these Citizen-Airm...
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1st Lt. Alex Juan, 159th Fighter Wing Public Affairs OfficeZachary Today.Com
Mosquito repellants offer various levels of protection The best way to avoid mosquito bites and the threat that comes with them is to avoid infested areas, wear protective clothing and use insect repellant, according to LSU AgCenter entomologist Dennis...
Beating the post-vacation blues I was sad when I awoke the last morning of my beach vacation. Soon I became irritable and eventually snippy on the ride home from the beach, which is about 4 1/2 hours away from my home in Zachary....
Heirloom tomatoes thought to taste better The fascination with heirloom tomatoes has some backyard growers willing to give up the qualities that brought improvement to hybrid varieties in exchange for old fashioned flavor, according to LSU...
TOPS says journaling isn’t just for students The school year is approaching, and soon many students will be asked to write about their summer vacations or academic goals. Journaling doesn’t have to be reserved just for the classroom.
Many TOP...
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