Based on the latest data from the Louisiana Workforce Commission, one-point-nine million people are holding down a job in this state. They say 155-thousand people work in construction, which is an all-time high for Louisiana. But LSU Economist Dr. Loren Scott anticipates a lag in employment next year…:
Cut 10 (09) “coming back again”
He says the biggest job gains are in the Lake Charles and Baton Rouge areas.

The 2017 season is off to a good start for the LSU Tigers. The Bayou Bengals blanked BYU 27-0 as the Tigers outgained the Cougars 479-to-97. It’s the first time the Tigers have shutout an opponent since 2014 and first opening game shutout since the 2007 national championship team. Coach O was a happy guy…:
Cut 16 (14) “fantastic”

Volunteers are being sought to help clean up Elmer’s Island, an effort organized by the Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program, or BTNEP. Spokeswoman Alma Robichaux says it’s September 16th and you can visit btnep.org if you’d like to join…”
Cut 5 (11) “waste drain”

Johnny’s Pizza House celebrates 50 years in business this month. President and CEO Melvin DeLacerda says the company is in great shape, and he’s looking forward to another 50 years. He looks back and says not only did Johnny Huntsman start a pizza restaurant, he also gave back to the community…:
Cut 14 (12) “continue to operate”
Johnny passed away in June after a battle with Alzheimer’s.