6:30 A.M. LRN News 07/02/2021

New Iberia will throw a parade tonight to celebrate one of its own as pole vaulter Morgan LeLeux has qualified for the US Olympic team. LeLeux says she’s excited to have the support of her hometown.
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AAA estimates 47.7 million Americans will travel for the 4th of July weekend, a 40 percent increase from last year.
AAA analyst Don Redman says in our region we’re expecting 4.5 million travelers, proof that folks are finally ready to get out and hit the road after being cooped up for over a year…
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If you’re planning on being on the water this holiday weekend be sure you have a sober driver at the helm. Brooke Thorington has more on Operation Dry Water.
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