Governor John Bel Edwards presented what he called his worst-case-scenario budget today, showcasing the impact a billion dollar loss in state funding would have on state government. The loss is a result of the impending expiration of a one cent sales tax this summer. Edwards says he is constitutionally limited to cutting money from two areas…:
Cut 3 (12) “and yes TOPS”
That is unless legislators can agree on a long-term tax reform plan in a February special session.

Gas prices are on the rise at a time of the year when they traditionally go down. Louisiana drivers are paying $2.36 a gallon for regular gasoline, while a month ago, prices were at 2.21. Triple A fuel analyst Don Redman says it’s not a good start to the year for crude…
Cut 8 (04) “remainder of 2018”

A 9.7 million dollar grant will fund the creation of an oil consortium at UL-Lafayette…:
Cut 2 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

Have you already foiled your New Years resolution to become healthier? LSU Ag Center nutritional specialist Elizabeth Gollub says the key is to make small habit changes first…:
Cut 26 (12) “long haul”