The statewide average for a gallon of regular gasoline has jumped up another two cents from yesterday to $4.15. That’s according to Triple-A. Fuel analyst Don Redman advises drivers not to let the gas light come on, so fill up before you get below a quarter of a tank…
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Redman says AAA’s latest survey has found that 59-percent of Americans will make lifestyle changes now that gas prices are above four dollars a gallon.
A bill filed for the legislative session that starts Monday would set up the legal framework to allow offshore wind leasing in state waters. The author of House Bill 165, Houma Representative Jerome Zeringue says wind energy in the Gulf of Mexico could have its advantages.
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Zeringue sees wind energy in the gulf as a compliment to the oil and gas industry.
After a week of warm temps and sunny skies, prepare for a drastic change. Brooke Thorington has more
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Also, don’t forget to change your clock when you go to bed on Saturday night. Daylight Saving Time Starts at 2 AM Sunday morning.
Sunday is also Selection Sunday, one of the biggest days of the year for college basketball. LSU men’s and women’s basketball will be in the NCAA Tournament, trying to join them, Louisiana Tech, UNO, Southeastern, Nicholls and Grambling.