Louisiana Tech announces two economic development partnerships, one of which is a $7.5 million commitment from LED going toward building a new $15 million multitenant office building in the school’s enterprise campus. Louisiana Tech’s Chief Research and Innovation Officer Davey Norris says the addition will add 750 new jobs over the next decade.
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It’s estimated to create a half-billion-dollar economic impact over the next ten years.
Former Our Lady of the Lake Foundation’s chief fundraiser John Paul Funes of Baton Rouge is sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for wire fraud and money laundering. Funes has already forfeited nearly $800,000 and has been ordered to pay an additional $50,000 fine.
The Louisiana State Fair in Shreveport begins today and runs through November 10th. State Fair Marketing Manager Russell Adams says for the next few weeks they’ll have roughly 25 bands rotating through the grounds, rodeos, lumberjack shows, and a new addition that you’ve probably never seen before.The carnival opens every day at noon and Adams says this year they’ll have 60 rides for folks to enjoy, with 25 of them dedicated to the kids.
A general admission ticket is 12 bucks.
Saints Quarterback Drew Brees believes he’ll be able to play Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals. He’s been out since Week 2 when a tendon in his throwing thumb was damaged. The future Hall of Famer says he’s used unconventional ways to regain strength in his hand…
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The Saints take on the Cards at noon on Sunday.