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We’ll find out this week whether there will be a special session to address the looming one billion dollar shortfall. Jeff Palermo has the story.
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A Tuesday vigil is being held for the two students who were killed, and the other two who were injured after an alleged drunk driver slammed his truck into their vehicle while driving the wrong direction on US 167 on Sunday. The victims were all North Vermillion High School students. 20-year-old Tyler Meaux, the truck’s driver, suffered minor injuries.
Investors are concerned with the recent drop in the Stock Market. Monday’s drop of 1,175 points of the Dow Jones Industrial average was the biggest one day point decline and percentage wise the largest loss in six years. Financial analyst Fred Dent says it’s not a time to panic, but a time for investors to reevaluate the market. He says it’s a good time to talk with a financial advise.
Peninsula Pacific confirmed that they are considering moving the Bossier based Diamond Jack Casino to Tangipahoa Parish, pending further analysis and legislative approval. Reports indicate that Peninsula is considering placing the casino along the Tangipahoa River, near the Robert exit on I-12. Manager Brent Stevens says the Parish would be a great location for a new casino.
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