09:30 Newscast August 19th, 2014

Good job news came down this week. Louisiana Workforce Commission Executive Director Curt Eysink says just over 2.1 million people were employed in the state in July which is an all time high. That, he says, will help everyone economically and the future is looking even better…:
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He says they’re seeing growth in all types of industries including construction, education, healthcare, trade, transportation and more.

The Lafayette Airport is excited about the new direct flight to Denver now being offered there. Airport Director Michael Burrows says this 4pm daily flight, which starts today, is attracting oil and gas industry travelers but also recreational travelers will take advantage of it as well…:
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The United Airlines jet to Denver will seat 50.

The Houma Police Department says a 71-year-old woman is in the hospital following an apparent attack by a pit-bull mix dog that belonged to her son inside her residence. The say the victim suffered severe lacerations to her face, hands and arms. Animal Control was contacted and took custody of the attack male dog as well as another pit mix female that was in the house.

The LSU Ag Center is conducting research to determine the extent of damage done by feral hogs in Louisiana. Jeff Palermo has that…:
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