Sports

Heimerman named Co-Women’s Coach of the Year

After leading the Northwestern State women’s track and field team to another Southland Conference indoor/outdoor championship sweep, Mike Heimerman was named the All-Louisiana Co-Women’s Coach of the Year to highlight NSU on the All-Louisiana teams.

Louisiana black bear hunting lottery to open July 28

The Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery will open to state hunters July 28 and run through Aug. 28, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced. The hunt, administered by LDWF, will be held in Louisiana Black Bear Management Areas 1, 2 and 4 from Dec. 6-Dec.

Rescued Bald Eagle returns to the skies

Throughout July, as Americans honor the spirit of independence with outdoor gatherings and patriotic pride, the national symbol of freedom has a second chance at flight — thanks to pioneering treatment and the dedication of a Wisconsin veterinarian.