To date, the Louisiana Lottery has transferred more than $4.7 billion to the state for K-12 public education. Lottery retailers in Louisiana also earn. They receive a five-percent commission, plus incentives for cashing winning tickets and bonuses for selling big winning tickets. Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison…

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Today is the day we honor those who fought and died for our country, Memorial Day. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Col. Charlton Meginley (mah-ghen-lee says it is important every day, but especially today, to honor the 11 thousand Louisiana veterans who have died in combat.

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The NCAA and the five biggest conferences, including the SEC, have reached a settlement that will result in all college athletes being paid. Jeanne Burns has more.

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It’s time to get your curly red wig and kaftan ready, says Jessica Cassel (Castle). She’s one of the organizers for Friday’s Mrs. Roper Romp in downtown Thibodaux. Millions gather all over the globe to impersonate the beloved “Three’s Company” character.

Cut 11 (12) “…fun and free.”

And there’s also a Mrs. Roper Romp Pub Crawl in downtown Shreveport this Friday and in January a Krewe of Mrs. Ropers paraded in Lafayette. In April there was a romp in Lake Charles.