President Joe Biden announced an award of $23 million to Tulane University for the creation of an imaging system to give surgeons the ability to scan tumors during surgery to determine in just minutes if any cancer tissue has been left behind. The President says this will transform surgery as we know it.
Cut 17 (13) “…and families.”

LSU has received a $200 thousand grant from the Louisiana Economic Development Department so they can hire an additional faculty member for the film program in the College of Music and Dramatic Art. Executive Associate Dean Kristen Sosnowksi says the program has been growing fast…
Cut 4 (12) “…diversify our offerings.”
This funding is part of LED’s effort to boost the state’s creative economy and strengthen its position as a hub for film production

Louisiana Treasurer Dr. John Fleming has advised against approving Bank of America as an authorized fiscal agent for the state. Fleming’s recommendation is based on concerns the bank denied services to customers and potential customers based on their political perspective. Fleming says multiple cases were cited with Christian organizations, gun manufacturers, and fossil fuel producers…
Cut 9 (10) “…with their vocation.”
Bank of America also joined the Net-Zero Banking Alliance which pushes a green energy agenda.

Morgan City’s Vernon Norwood is the owner of four Olympic medals after winning two more medals at the Paris Games. Norwood grew up in New Orleans, but left after Hurricane Katrina. Retired Morgan City Principal Tim Hymel says the move to Morgan City helped launch his career.…
Cut 14 (10) “…took off for him.”