7:30 LRN newscast

Three bills have been filed for the upcoming regular legislative session to head off kids accessing adult content at public libraries; an issue the governor says is a “solution in search of a problem”…:
Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

Shawn Wilson is stepping down as the state’s transportation secretary effective March 4th. It’s expected Wilson will run for governor as he could be the main candidate for Democrats.

Inflation continues to be the biggest problem for small business owners based on a national survey conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business….
cut 13 (06) “…big problem”
That’s Louisiana NFIB spokesperson Todd Pack who says many small business owners continue to have a negative outlook when it comes to expecting better business conditions.

Many Louisiana families are looking forward to the Mardi Gras parades this weekend. University of Holy Cross in New Orleans Food Science Program Director Doctor Darryl Holliday says if you are packing food for the day, keep hot foods warm and cold foods cool throughout the day….
cut 11 (14) “….warming oven”