Oil and gas officials say there is encouraging news for the struggling industry as a Gulf oil drilling lease sale in New Orleans drew 163 bids from 28 companies. President of the Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association Chris John says there’s a lot that contributes to the uptick in optimism…:
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He says the $275 million garnered at the least sale for over 900-thousand acres is significantly higher than they saw last March.

A cold front approaches Louisiana bringing the possibility for severe weather today and tomorrow. State Climatologist Barry Keim says it’s slow moving and won’t bring much cool air with it…:
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He says there is slight potential for severe weather and up to two to three inches of rain on Friday and Saturday combined.

The Department of Transportation confirms the Jimmie Davis Bridge project is moving forward without delay. Emelie Gunn has more…:
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Abita Springs becomes the first Louisiana city to commit to 100 percent renewable energy. Mayor Greg Lemons says one of the first steps they took is to replace old lighting in the Town Hall with low energy lights, and there is much more planned…:
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