With tax season comes the need to be on the lookout for scammers who are hoping to exploit taxpayers in an effort to nab a dishonest dollar. Louisiana Department of Revenue spokesperson Byron Henderson says some scammers are resorting preying on people via phone calls. Often they will demand immediate payment for tax debts via a credit card or other means.
Governor Edwards delivered the keynote address today at a statewide business summit that brought about 500 business leaders together to discuss how to move Louisiana’s economy forward. Edwards says the state has made a significant investment in an effort to produce more technology graduates…
A 13 year old is dead after the Yamaha ATV he was riding collided with a Peterbuilt log truck. Troopers responded to the crash just before 3 o’clock yesterday afternoon on LA Hwy 772 just east of Jena. Master Trooper Scott Moreau says the truck driver attempted evasive action, but it was unsuccessful.
Cut 9 (10) “…and they collided.”
Moreau says the 13-year-old, identified as Wayden Savell, was pronounced dead at the scene. 72-year old Lloyd Worsham was behind the wheel of the log truck and was treated for minor injuries.
Tough night for the 13th ranked LSU basketball team last night as the Tigers were upset on their home floor, falling to Florida 82-77 in overtime. LSU’s offense had trouble getting into a rhythm and Coach Will Wade says he tried to tell the players that the Gators are a good defensive team…