Water systems across Louisiana are increasing fees to help with increased state inspections. State Health Officer Dr. Jimmy Guidry says there’s always been a fee to pay for state inspections, but the legislature and governor agreed to increase the fee by another 75-cents per month starting this month, because health risks are getting higher…
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Guidry hopes thyis will prevent another disaster like the poor drinking water currently in St. Joseph.

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says rates for Workers’ Compensation policies have fallen for a fourth year in a row. Donelon says a lower rate can help attract new businesses to the Bayou State and….
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He says rates have had a cumulative drop of 34-percent over the last 10 years.

Gas prices are once again on the rise, and GasBuddy.com predicts this year we will see the highest gas prices in three years. Senior petroleum analyst Gregg Laskoski says OPEC’s decision to cut production has led to the increase and advises motorists to look for the best deals, because prices vary even in the same city.
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Saints Quarterback Drew Brees is joining the Dunkin’ Donuts team to open up 69 new donut shops in the state. Marketing manager with Dunkin’ Donuts in Louisiana, Erin Sheeran, says currently, the Bayou State has 5 locations in Baton Rouge and New Orleans. She expects Brees will be hands on when it comes to expanding the brand.
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Sheeran says a few stores are set to open this year in Gonzales, Chalmette, and Kenner.