Space X announced plans to build a 100-billion dollar rocket launching facility along the coast of Vermilion Parish that would launch thousands of rockets into orbit annually. There are concerns about what this project will mean for the residents of Vermilion Parish. SpaceX says it’s already engaged with LDWF, the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority and other state agencies to address potential impacts to wildlife, fisheries and their supporting habitats.
Space X president and chief operating officer Gwynne Shotwell says they also plan to have an open dialogue with the residents of Vermilion Parish…
Construction is expected to begin next year and the first rockets could be launched from the Louisiana Starbase facility in 2029. The spaceport is expected to employ three thousand workers.
The Louisiana Republican Party makes its choice in the sixth congressional district race. Andrew Greenstein reports instead of unity, that’s led to infighting.
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Tonight at 7 PM, LSU is hosting a Celebration of Life for Skip Bertman. Former Tigers pitcher Doug Thompson is expecting a big crowd inside the PMAC…
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The ceremony will be televised on ESPN-plus and you can watch on LSU athletics youtube and facebook pages.