The Louisiana Department of Education has released a guide for parents and school personnel, detailing pathways to opportunities for students after high school. Assistant Superintendent for the Office of Content, Ken Bradford, says this will be helpful tool whether a student wants to go to a four-year university or community college…:
CUT 11 (07) “in the guide”
You can get the guide at louisianabelieves.com.

Crape myrtles in Louisiana are under attack from a new invasive species. Crape myrtle barkscales, the invasive bug, are infesting trees across north Louisiana, and feeding off of the popular summer flowering tree. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Allen Owings says the bug is tough to control and even seems to be resistant to weather…:
CUT 5 (06) “winter this year”
Owings says gardeners should look for the signs of a barkscale infection.

Top officials with Cleco are expected to appear today at the Public Service Commission meeting to answer questions regarding a possible sale of the utility company. Commissioner Eric Skrmetta says if Cleco wants to sell the PSC needs to make sure customers and employees won’t be affected. He says they’ve heard there are several parties interested in acquiring the company…:
CUT 8 (10) “before approving”
He says Cleco is a public utility and they can do whatever they want, but it would have to be approved by the PSC.

According to a new poll, US Representative Vance McAllister’s challengers are within single digits in the race for the 5th congressional seat. ULM Political science professor Joshua Stockley says he’ll have to overcome a number of issues…:
CUT 15 (13) “always vulnerable”