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Lake Charles Nutrition Educator Yolanda Jones Receives Statewide Award for Healthier Eating Initiatives

Lake Charles Nutrition Educator Yolanda Jones Receives Statewide Award for Healthier Eating Initiatives

Yolanda Jones, a nutritionist in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has been honored with the Cathryn Roberts Outstanding EFNEP Nutrition Educator State Award. This recognition comes after nearly a decade of her dedicated work in teaching healthier eating habits to families in Southwest Louisiana. Jones leads the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) with the LSU AgCenter, which provides free services to low-income families. Her efforts include conducting classes in schools and community centers, overseeing ten classrooms, summer camps, a pregnancy center, and various cooking programs aimed at improving nutrition across Calcasieu Parish. Jones expressed pride in the impact she has made, citing instances where participants have successfully managed health conditions like diabetes through improved food choices. She received the award at the EFNEP Summer Training Conference in Baton Rouge.
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SEC sues LSU to block use of former NFL players

SEC sues LSU to block use of former NFL players

By Field Level Media Sep 03 (Field Level Media) - The Southeastern Conference sued member school LSU in federal court on Thursday in an attempt to stop the Tigers from using former NFL players.
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Louisiana judge rules against NCAA, clearing path for former NFL players to join LSU roster

Louisiana judge rules against NCAA, clearing path for former NFL players to join LSU roster

LSU coach Lane Kiffin’s chances of fielding former NFL players improved Thursday night when a Louisiana judge issued a preliminary injunction against the NCAA in a high-profile eligibility case
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All eyes turn to federal court in Alabama as SEC tries again to ban former NFLers from LSU roster

All eyes turn to federal court in Alabama as SEC tries again to ban former NFLers from LSU roster

The Southeastern Conference’s next — and maybe last — chance to keep players who spent time with NFL teams from being added to LSU’s football roster comes in a federal court in Alabama
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SEC sues LSU, alleging a coordinated push to recruit ex-pro athletes in defiance of rules

SEC sues LSU, alleging a coordinated push to recruit ex-pro athletes in defiance of rules

The Southeastern Conference has filed a federal lawsuit against LSU, accusing the school of recruiting professional athletes against league rules
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SEC sues LSU as athletes plead in court to regain eligibility with college sports season underway

SEC sues LSU as athletes plead in court to regain eligibility with college sports season underway

Athletes are fighting in court to return to college sports after turning pro, while the Southeastern Conference opposes them
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SEC statement after losing LSU hearing: Expects schools to follow rules

SEC statement after losing LSU hearing: Expects schools to follow rules

The SEC released a statement after a Louisiana judge granted a restraining order allowing LSU to field former NFL players this season.
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Week 1 FCS-over-FBS Upset Watch – SDSU, Tarleton State Top the List

Week 1 FCS-over-FBS Upset Watch – SDSU, Tarleton State Top the List

The Jacks and the Texans are going to give their FBS foes a scare this weekend.
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2026 Week 1 Preview: Boston College Eagles @ Cincinnati Bearcats

2026 Week 1 Preview: Boston College Eagles @ Cincinnati Bearcats

Cincinnati is ready to showcase its dominant offensive line in a home opener against Boston College.
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SEC says it will stand by rule banning pro players from competing

SEC says it will stand by rule banning pro players from competing

Donde Plowman, the president of the SEC's executive committee, told ESPN the league will stand by its rule banning professional athletes.
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Blue-chip safety target to attend FSU vs Alabama game

Blue-chip safety target to attend FSU vs Alabama game

The Florida State Seminoles will get a chance to impress 2028 four-star safety Jaden Keelen when they travel to play Alabama.
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Flash Flood Emergency Declared in Southeastern Texas

Flash Flood Emergency Declared in Southeastern Texas

A Flash Flood Emergency has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Lake Charles, Louisiana, for parts of southeastern Texas, including central Hardin County and south-central Tyler County. As of 5:46 AM CDT on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, emergency management reported thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall in the area, with accumulated totals ranging from 10 to 21 inches. Rainfall rates are expected to reach 1 to 5 inches per hour, leading to life-threatening flash flooding. This is classified as a 'Particularly Dangerous Situation,' with immediate action required to ensure safety. Areas such as Lumberton, Kountze, Wildwood, Saratoga, Warren, Honey Island, Village Mills, and Batson are at risk, along with downstream locations like Village Creek State Park and low-lying areas between Silsbee and Lumberton.