That huge sigh of relief you heard is from LSU fans over the announcement that star wide receiver Kayson Boutte says he’s staying. Boutte says he’ll play his senior year at LSU instead of opting for the NFL draft. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor William Weathers says this is huge news for the Bayou Bengal’s 2023 season and quite a nod to head coach Brian Kelly.
Senator Bill Cassidy says he’s working on legislation to give tax relief to people impacted by natural disasters. Because of the physical and financial impacts of hurricanes and flooding, Cassidy is working on a policy to create special tax deductions for personal casualty losses.
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He says it would be similar to that which was given to Hurricane Laura victims, and he hopes this will assist those impacted by Ida.
New numbers from the Louisiana secretary of state show the youngest voters did not turn out heavily here in the November 8th election as they did in other states Marsanne Golsby has more.
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US Bureau of Indian Affairs awards the Chitimacha Tribe of Louisiana a grant to assist the community with the threats of flooding, storms, and rising sea levels. The $5 million dollar award is part of the departments expanded efforts to assist tribes impacted by climate-related environmental threats.