Governor John Bel Edwards has delayed an 18-million dollar cut to higher education as part of his plan to eliminate a 313 million dollar budget shortfall. The decision was made by the governor after lawmakers expressed concerns at a budget meeting regarding additional funding cuts to public colleges. Monroe Representative Katrina Jackson asks for another month to determine if there are other ways to cut the budget.
cut 12 (09) “has input”

The Public Service Commission has approved Entergy’s request to build a 869 million dollar plant in St. Charles Parish. The plant is set to be up and running by June of 2019. Entergy Spokesperson Michael Burns says this power will be used throughout southeast Louisiana and meet the increased demand along the Mississippi River.
CUT 7 (10) “older plants”

LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva sent a letter to Tiger fans explaining the qualities he’s looking for when hiring a new head football coach. He said the guidelines include integrity, work ethic, relentless recruiter and accomplished leader. Tiger Rag Associate Editor James Moran says one item stuck out.
Cut 9 (08) “Les Miles”

Moran said a letter like this would be what any athletic director would look for in a coach.

The Louisiana Holiday Trail of Lights begins tonight in north Louisiana. Executive Director of the Webster Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau Lynn Dorsey says in Minden there will be a fasching festival, a German celebration similar to Mardi Gras to celebrate the town’s German heritage. She says all the lights turn on at dusk tonight.
Cut 4 (08) “nut crackers”