The application window is open for families seeking state dollars to pay for private school tuition and other education related expenses. Germain Gilson with the state Department of Education says the state’s voucher program is moving to the L-A Gator Scholarship Program…

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Go to the department of education’s website for more information.

Ruston Mayor Ronny Walker says construction on the infrastructure to support the new Buc-ee’s I-20 will begin this week. Walker says Buc-ees will be a major economic boost for Lincoln Parish and the region…

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The threat of severe weather tomorrow has resulted in Jefferson Parish canceling Mardi Gras parades on Fat Tuesday. Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng says the National Weather Service is reporting wind gusts over 40 miles per hour and up to 60 miles per hour is possible, so it’s not safe to have parades. Parades are still scheduled to roll in Lake Charles, Lafayette, and Houma-Thibodaux, but we’ll keep up updated.

With a measles outbreak threatening the state, Congressman Troy Carter is urging Louisiana residents to take precautions. Sean Richardson reports.

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