DOTD is sending crews to Florida to help in the recovery following Hurricane Milton. Spokesman Rodney Mallett says this is a way for Louisiana to return the favor after crews from other states descended upon the Pelican State to help in the cleanup following Hurricane Laura.
Mallett says the crews have a great deal of experience in removing vegetative debris, just like in the aftermath of Hurricane Laura.
The largest free fair in the country is underway. The Washington Parish Free Fair goes through Sunday in Franklinton. Jim Stringfield, who serves on the fair’s stage committee, says the fair routinely attracts some big name entertainers, and this year is no different.
People from all over flock to the small town of about 35-hundred.
50 Cent met with Governor Landry yesterday to talk about the film industry’s tax credits that may be going away with Landry’s proposed tax reform plan. State law allows for 180-million dollars in film tax credits to be claimed and each project can receive up to 40-percent of their overall in-state investment. Revenue Secretary Richard Nelson says studies show these types of programs are fiscally a net loss.
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Early voting in the presidential election begins tomorrow. Congresswoman Julia Letlow says the right to vote is one of the most precious rights for us as Americans.
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Early voting in Louisiana lasts ten days, with no voting taking place on Sunday. Election Day is November 5th.