Both the U.S. House and Senate have approved separate tax reform bills and will now come together in a committee to iron out the differences. U.S. Representative Clay Higgins of St. Landry Parish says the economy will sky rocket once they pass a bill that cuts corporate and personal income taxes:
Cut 4 (06) “a win”
This would be Congress’ first rewrite of the tax code in nearly 30 years.

A new addiction treatment facility is opening on the Northshore. CEO of the Longbranch Recovery Center, Chris McMahon who has been sober for 17 years, says he wants to do his part in helping those who need it the most…:
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The ten-million-dollar inpatient rehab will open around the first of the year in Abita Springs.

There are reports Smoothie King is looking at moving its corporate headquarters from Metairie to Texas, as the company’s five year deal with the state expires this year. Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says this would leave about 60 employees out of work…:
Cut 11 (06) “manufacturing operation”
He says they are working with Smoothie King to explore all options to remain in the state.

The Saints regained control of the NFC South with a convincing 31-21 win over Carolina. The Falcons also lost, so now New Orleans has a one-game lead over the Panthers and a two-game lead over the Dirty Birds for the division lead.

LSU Tigers will play in the Citrus Bowl on New Years Day for the second consecutive year. The 9-3 Tigers accepted an invite to the premier bowl game and will face 9-3 Notre Dame at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.