Experts say Louisiana needs to increase funding to improve its mediocre infrastructure. Louisiana achieved an overall grade of a C-minus in its infrastructure report card, which is just below the overall national grade of C. Former ASCE President Norma Jean Mattei (muh-TAY) says on a national level, the amount of infrastructure funding needed is staggering.
UL-Lafayette names a new interim president – Ramesh Kolluru. Kolluru says student success will be the mission of the university.
Cut 10 (07) “…everything in between.”
Kolluru is the school’s current vice president for research, innovation and economic development, and there’s speculation that he will be named the permanent president in the near future. President emeritus Joe Savoie announced he will retire December 31st.
The former Louisiana House speaker is indicted in connection with the disappearance of a rare state artifact. A Baton Rouge grand jury indicted Clay Schexnayder for felony theft and malfeasance in office in the disappearance of the ancient cypress board. Tyler Bridges has been covering the story for The Advocate and says where the board is today is anyone’s guess.
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Paul Skenes has a College World Series title and a Rookie of the Year award. He has now added a Cy Young Award to his trophy case, and he’s not “Dunne” yet. At LSU, Skenes was the Most Outstanding Player as he led the Tigers to the 2023 national title. LSU Coach Jay Johnson is thrilled to see Skenes having so much success in the Majors.