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Read the full story Entertainment/Life Mardi Gras in Baton Rouge: See details on the last parades to roll in 2020 Carnival 2020 hits full tilt in the Baton Rouge area this weekend, the final one leading up to Mardi Gras. Read the full story Education $500 pay raises for Louisiana teachers proposed by Gov. Edwards after criticism of initial plan In an about face, Gov. John Bel Edwards’ office Thursday proposed a pay raise of about $500 for teachers, less than two weeks after the governor’s initial spending plan excluded any such hike and triggered widespread criticism. Read the full story News John Bel Edwards announces plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by Louisiana industry Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Thursday that his administration plans to embark on an ambitious expansion of coastal restoration and flood protection efforts that for the first time will target greenhouse gas emissions by Louisiana industry as a way of reducing future sea level rise. 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