Walmart is planning to invest more than $330 million to modernize it’s regional distribution center in Opelousas. The State of Louisiana provided a competitive incentives package, including a $10 million performance-based grant tied to equipment investments. St. Landry Economic Development CEO Bill Rodier says the project shows that Walmart is committed to the location long-term.

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Electric vehicles are increasing in popularity in Louisiana. According to Louisiana Clean Fuels, there are now more than 21-thousand electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids registered throughout the state. EV adoption started its climb in 2021 and soared throughout the year last year. Executive Director Ann Vail says some of the credit goes to improving charging infrastructure.

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LSU is putting the finishing touches on its transfer portal class. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The LSU women’s basketball Tigers’ season is looking up after that big win against number-two Texas this week.  ESPN Women’s College Basketball Bracketologist Charlie Crème’s lates bracketology update,  has LSU as a number two team.  Up next for Coach Kim Mulkey’s team…a trip to Norman Oklahoma where they’ll play the number 13 Sooners tomorrow at 2.