6:30 LRN Newscast

Alexandria International Airport has received a chunk of federal Infrastructure Law money for needed updates at the facility. Scott Gammel is Deputy Director for Aviation at AEX. He says the $1.6-million grant comes right behind another $1.4-million federal check…to be used for needed runway rehabilitation and more…:
Cut 4 (07) “…good condition.”

If you’re stuck in traffic, and you look around most likely you’ll see a similar vehicle to your own or at least the same color. So, if you’ve ever wondered what the top three most registered cars are in Louisiana, Office of Motor Vehicles spokesperson Matthew Boudreaux has the results.
Cut 13 (09) “…Nissan Altima.”
Boudreaux says the top three most popular pick-up trucks registered in Louisiana are Ford, Chevy, and GMC.

State Treasurer John Schroder launches a second round of the Louisiana Loggers Relief Grant Program. It’s designed to alleviate the economic strain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Logging companies that previously received the maximum $25,000 amount from the original Loggers Relief program are not eligible. But Schroder says those who were previously denied may be eligible for this round of funding.
Cut 11 (10) “…across the state.”
The online application process opens at 10 a.m. at LAtreasury.com.

The state department of education names Lafourche Parish School district a model of excellence for its innovative science program and its perseverance through Hurricane Ida. State Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley says Superintendent Jarod Martin and his team displayed an unwavering commitment to student success, no matter the challenge…
Cut 8 (09) “…able to do.”