A Webster Parish woman is behind bars after allegedly shooting her father to death. Deputies say 34-year-old Lacey Mann shot her 78-year-old father, Earl Benson, in the back multiple times. They say she then went after her 11-year-old son while still armed. The boy was found safe and unharmed. Sheriff Jason Parker says he is being cared for and will likely need care for quite some time.
Optimism among small businesses took a hit in the third quarter. NFIB State Director Leah Long says one issue facing small business owners continues to be finding good quality employees – in fact, that remains the top issue among small business owners from coast to coast.
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Other issues have to do with soaring costs, including interest rates and shipping costs related to high diesel prices.
If you enjoy the outdoors or exploring Louisiana history, a new state program is designed to get you visiting more parks and historic sites. Jeff Palermo has the story.
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Saints owner Gayle Benson did not mince words at the Greater New Orleans Quarterback Club, not making any excuses for the team’s 1-and-4 start to the season.