Nicholls State chemistry students are discovering a way to make biodiesel that saves a substantial amount of money. It involves using algae and oyster shells. Samia Elashry (SAHM-yah eh-LASH-ree) says since algae is abundant in Louisiana, this could one day be a lucrative business in the state.
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She adds if the catalyst from the oyster shells can be recycled, fewer oyster shells will be needed for the process.
A House committee passes legislation that allows the state to release a terminally ill inmate 120 days prior to his or her expected death. Louisiana’s two-month window for medical early release is the shortest in the country. Department of Corrections Secretary Gary Westcott supports the legislation and says if an inmate is released under medical parole, the inmate can be returned to state custody if his or her health improves.
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Ponchatoula-based Elmer Chocolates is celebrating another successful Easter candy season. Jeff Palermo has the story.
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And the Human Society of Louisiana is urging parents to choose chocolate rather than live chicks or bunnies for Easter baskets and gifts. HSLA Executive Director Jeff Dorson says live animals require a commitment that many are not prepared to make.