According to the Louisiana Workforce Commission, 12,000 more people are holding down jobs in the state compared to last year. LSU economist Loren Scott attributes the increase to an industrial boom in Lake Charles and Baton Rouge and improvements in the construction sector.
Cut 9 (10) “right now”
Construction employment is at an all-time high in the state.
The Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary will help clean up Elmer’s Island on September 16, and they’re looking for volunteers. Spokesperson Alma Robichaux says the event takes place from 10 am until 1 pm, and people can sign up at b-t-n-e-p-dot-org.
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As many families light up the grill this Labor Day, Cattle Producers of Louisiana says there should be plenty of beef to go around, even after a devastating hurricane. CEO Dave Foster says restaurants and grocery stores are ordering way ahead of time, in light of the impact of Hurricane Harvey.
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Johnny’s Pizza House has celebrates the company’s 50th anniversary this month. President and CEO Melvin DeLacerda says Johnny Huntsman not only started a company, he also gave back to the community, which is a tradition that continues today.
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Today Johnny’s has 44 locations spanning multiple states.