LSU’s graduation ceremonies are this weekend as over four-thousand degrees will be handed out. LSU economist Dr. Loren Scott says students from the Houma area, or north and central Louisiana might have a hard time finding a job near their hometowns, but other markets are much more promising…
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According to new research from analysts at Move.org, the cost of being a new mother is much cheaper in Louisiana than many other states. Only Mississippi and Alabama are cheaper. Move.org spokesperson Cosette Jarrett says the breakdown of the basic costs came down to two contributing price tags.
Flash flood watches are in effect across Louisiana through Saturday as another two to four inches of rain is expected to blanket the state’s already saturated ground.
Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness spokesperson Mike Steele says keep a close eye on the roads, and do not attempt to cross flooded streets during this time…
The same system has already caused localized flooding in the northwestern portions of the state, flooding the required rescue operations.
Steele says if at all possible, reschedule your plans for the next two days.