There are concerns over Space X’s 100-billion rocket launching facility and what it will mean for hunters and fishermen in Vermilion Parish. In an interview with Talk 107-3, Governor Landry says expects Louisiana Starbase will enhance Sportsmen’s Paradise. And Landry says the Louisiana Starbase could have an economic impact in the billions for the state. He cited Cape Canaveral and surrounding Kennedy Center as prime example…
While construction on the SpaceX Starbase will begin next year, construction is underway on data centers and LNG facilities in Louisiana, and Hyundai Steel breaks ground this week in Ascension Parish. Louisiana Works Secretary Susie Schowen says she epects young college grads, some out of state transfers, and existing residents will fill those jobs.
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Along with issuing a dual endorsement in the district 6 race, the Louisiana Republican Party also gave its endorsement to Misti Cordell in the district five election. Cordell is the chairwoman of the Louisiana Board of Regents and one of six Republicans vying for the district five seat in the open primary, along with three Democrats. She says this endorsement will be a major shot in the arm.
After months of waiting, LSU officially kicks off the Lane Kiffin era this weekend against Clemson. The biggest question for LSU will be transfer starting quarterback Sam Leavitt. Leavitt led Arizona State to the playoffs two seasons ago, but suffered a season-ending foot injury last year. The Advocate’s Jon Blau says it’s been hard to get a read on where is is now in the offseson.