When the legislative session begins in March, Louisiana lawmakers should not have to worry about budget cuts. That’s because stronger than expected tax collections could result in a nearly 300-million dollar surplus when the current fiscal year ends on June 30th. Senate President Cameron Henry says he’s not looking to go on a spending spree.
A statue was unveiled in Avoyelles Parish to commemorate the 165th anniversary of the liberation of Solomon Northup. You may have read his autobiography, 12 Years a Slave or have seen the movie. His descendant, Melissa Howell, says in 1841, two men approached him about being part of their traveling show.
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A Louisiana carpenter named Samuel Bass befriended Northup and helped him escape.
For those with health resolutions for 2026, Dr. Marie Vasquez Morgan with LSU Health Shreveport has some information to help you succeed. Kace Kieschnick reports.
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About two months ago the federal government minted its last penny and Newly confirmed U.S. Mint Director Paul Hollis from Mandeville says in addition to the massive amount already in circulation, the fact that Americans rarely use cash anymore will prolong the penny’s survival. Hollis says consumers are using coins less and less.