A cultural shift toward healthier lifestyles is gaining momentum. However, diet and the associated health outcomes vary significantly by region, reflecting broader cultural, economic, and demographic differences across the country. Louisiana ranks 50th in the nation for healthy diets.

The Gophers football program added depth to its backfield Sunday when highly productive running back Xavier Ford from Leesville (La.) High School gave a verbal commitment to join Minnesota’s 2025 recruiting class.

Louisiana-Pacific has been fined $15,775 for stormwater and wetland violations, according to a Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) enforcement investigation. The company operates a wood-board manufacturing facility in Two Harbors.

February 2025 issue features the 2024 State of the Year, Deals of the Year, and Impact awards. Plus, top utilities and more.

The Minnesota Gophers got a late commitment on Sunday morning from 2024 Louisiana Mr. Football Xavier Ford, a 2025 running back out of Leesville.

Maps show the U.S. states with the healthiest diets, based on fruit and vegetables, alcohol, food insecurity, and diseases.

The 5-foot-9, 210 pounder joins a running back room currently highlighted by Gophers star back Darius Taylor. Ford’s addition helps restock the cupboard at the position, after Minnesota had a couple running back commits flip to other programs late in the cycle.

The rare winter storm that hit the southern U.S. dumped significant amounts of snow on areas that usually get none.

The Gophers football program gained a commitment from 2025 three-star Louisiana running back Xavier Ford on Sunday.

With 2024 behind us and new state legislative sessions ahead, it is a perfect time to discuss one of the most frequently asked questions received

Jazz A Lousiana Kitchen is bringing a taste of the “Big Easy” to the Heart of America. “We have the chicken A Le Mer, etouffee, creoles, stuffed catfish,” Jazz manager James Dupignac said. Another Sequel: Chiefs to face Eagles in Super Bowl rematch Dupignac says the restaurant has been serving up dishes and drinks for over 30 years.

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