A special session is set to begin in the first week of November as Governor Landry will ask lawmakers to approve his ambitious tax reform plan. It would lower state income taxes for most, but widens the sales tax base. Jason DeCuir (de-QUEER) from Advantus Consulting is an expert on tax law and says legislators are taking a close look at all the new services that would be taxed under the governor’s plan….
Political discussions are often very uncomfortable, especially this year during what will likely be a very close presidential election. Dr. Michelle Moore, the chief of psychology with LSU Health New Orleans, says if people can’t enter into such discussions with an open mind, the best thing to do is to avoid them altogether.
Cut 7 (11) “…engage with people.”
A new 10-point grading scale is in place, replacing the previous 7-point system. Shreveport Representative Tammy Phelps, the author of House Bill 424 which dictated the change, says it aims to standardize grading practices and to align Louisiana more closely with many other states.
Cut 9 (10) “…calculations accurate.”
This shift provides students with a broader range to achieve higher grades, potentially enhancing their GPAs.
Taylor Swift’s record-breaking “Eras Tour” continues this weekend with three shows at the Superdome tomorrow through Sunday. Joseph Bocanegra with StubHub says the demand is unlike anything they’ve seen in 20 years.
Cut 3 (08) “…certainly up there.”
If you’re still looking for tickets, be prepared to fork over at least a thousand dollars a piece before fees.