Flash flood watches are in effect across Louisiana through Saturday as another two to four inches of rain is expected to blanket the state’s already saturated ground. Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness spokesperson Mike Steele says keep a close eye on the roads, and do not attempt to cross flooded streets during this time…
Cut 6 (06) “…drown”
The National Weather Service has confirmed eight tornadoes touched down in Louisiana Wednesday, impacting nine parishes across north Louisiana. Governor John Bel Edwards says says over 100 homes in Jackson Parish are reporting damage along with two schools. He says the national guard is on the ground…
Cut 28 (13) “…debris removal”
An EF-1 tornado touched down just south of Jonesboro.
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LSU seniors are set to walk the stage today and exit the Pete Maravich Assembly Center into a job market that appears to be on the upswing as the national economy continues to grow. LSU economist Dr. Loren Scott says grads with in-demand degrees are likely to do well as the need for skilled workers increases.
Cut 13 (10) “…good”
Louisiana has seen 13 straight months of job gains, according to the latest figures from the Workforce Commission.
According to new research from analysts at Move.org, the cost of being a new mother is much cheaper in Louisiana than many other states. Move.org spokesperson Cossette Jarrett says the study factored in the cost of childcare for the first year of a child’s life as well as the medical cost of delivery.
Cut 3 (10) “…in the nation.”