Gov. Edwards is participating in a statewide business summit today that is meant to highlight the state’s economic development success stories. Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says the event will feature panel discussions from public and private sector leaders.
A report by the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry says over the last three years Louisiana has had the largest percentage growth in business taxes in the nation.
The business lobby has raised serious concerns about changes to the Industrial Tax Exemption Program, after a Baton Rouge school board recently shot down an Exxon request. LABI President Steven Waugespack says the reform is not healthy for business growth.
A Legislative Task Force is recommending the state allow foster kids to stay in the system through the age of 21. Children and Family Services Secretary Marketa Garner Walters says it would dramatically improve outcomes…
Thibodeaux says the motive is unclear.
Cut 15 (08) “…in his vehicle.”
A national report notes kids who leave the foster system at 18 have a one in five chance of becoming homeless
A Ville Platte man is under arrest after beating an elderly disabled vet in at a gas station in Nuba. Deputy Chief Eddie Thibodeaux of St Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office, says 29 year old Kenneth Shergold approached the victim from behind and then struck him numerous times in the head, back, and body with a tire iron.