After failing last year to raise Louisiana’s gas tax for road improvements, Baton Rouge Representative Steve Carter has a different idea this year. He plans to file a constitutional amendment that would would eventually allow a region of the state to decide if they want a higher gas tax for their area. Carter says there’s not enough support for a statewide gas tax increase…
Cut 3 (07) “any help.”

Governor John Bel Edwards outlined his legislative agenda during an appearance at the Baton Rouge Press Club, and once again said he will push to raise the minimum wage. The Governor believes $7.25 an hour is not enough for hard working Louisiana families…:
Cut 10 (10) “support themselves”
The regular session convenes on March 12th.

A USA article has stoked fears we could face a global chocolate shortage by 2050, saying research shows a surging demand from former third world countries. But CEO of Elmer’s Chocolate in Ponchatoula, Rob Nelson, believes the commerce will be able to handle supply…:
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The article cited a 2016 study from NOAA and discussed how the makers of M&Ms, was investing a billion dollars into sustainability projects.

Saints fans heading to the away playoff game against the Vikings this weekend will experience temperatures in the single digits. Explore Minnesota Spokesperson Erica Wacker says locals have a different way of thinking about the cold..:
Cut 13 (09) “bad clothing”
The game kicks off at 3:40 our time Sunday.