A dry cold front will bring Louisiana fall-like temperatures this weekend and into early next week. Meteorologist Brad Bryant with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says we finally see relief from the humidity, and we’ll have high temperatures in the 80s.
But with low humidity and breezy conditions, a red flag warning has been issued for much of the state.
Louisiana finished last fiscal year with a 565-million-dollar budget surplus. House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says one reason for that is because the Landry Administration and the state legislature have limited the growth of state government. He expects Louisiana will avoid tough budget times in the future because of the job creation that’s happening.
A north Louisiana theater which was one of the focal points during the civil rights movement is awarded a 750-thousand-dollar grant from the National Park Service for the first phase of a major restoration project. Janice Simmons, the assistant director of Greater North Louisiana Community Development Commission, says the money will go towards much-needed repairs for the 102-year-old Palace Theater.
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After losing three straight at home, the Saints kick off a long road trip against the Giants on Sunday. Former Saints quarterback Jameis Winston has led New York to two wins and a tie since taking over for an injured Jaxson Dart. Saints D-end Carl Granderson says the Black and Gold will need to capitalize on any mistakes.