For the third year, Louisiana will ride in the Tournament of Roses Parade. The float, titled “Gulf to Gumbo,” features a giant pelican chef stirring a big pot of gumbo. One of the riders will be Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain, who says the process of making the float is impressive.
This year’s musical guest is American Idol runner-up John Foster.
Former state lawmaker and BESE member Paul Hollis is named the 41st director of the U.S. Mint and will oversee the production of nickels, dimes and quarters at facilities in Philadelphia, Denver, San Francisco and West Point, New York. He says special coins will be produced to commemorate America’s 250th birthday.
Hollis expects to be sworn in next month, possibly during Washington, DC, Mardi Gras. His favorite coin is a 1925 U.S. Indian Head Quarter Eagle. He has it in his pocket for every special occasion in his life.
Louisiana Tech plays in its second straight Independence Bowl today. Andre Champagne has more.
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