The Governor’s Office announces a federally funded program to help homeowners that are behind on their mortgage due to the pandemic. Louisiana Office of Community Development spokesperson Gina Campo says the state has received nearly $147-million. Homeowners must meet a certain criteria to qualify for up to $25-thousand in mortgage assistance…:
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For more info visit LAcovidhousing.com
The most recent survey of small business owners indicates that 22-percent of mom-and-pop shops say inflation is the biggest issue they are facing, and the influx in prices has reached levels not seen since the early 80s. State NFIB Director Dawn McVea says inflation is increasing the cost of doing business.
Cut 10 (09) “…to the consumers.”
The Revenue Estimating Conference has officially recognized Louisiana has an additional $840 million dollars in revenues for the current budget year and an additional $765 million for next year’s budget. Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne…:
Cut 7 (13) “…surrounding the pandemic.”
State economists say the higher-than-expected revenues are the result of hurricane recovery, higher wages, and the economy bouncing back from pandemic-related shutdowns.
Louisiana Public Broadcasting is on a mission to “Save Mardi Gras,” and they want you to follow in their steps and create your own video. You just learn the dance and show off your moves. LPB Executive Producer Linda Midgett they’ll feature some of the best submissions on the air and social media pages.
For more information visit LPB.org/SaveMardiGras