Two Abita Springs employees spent thousands of town dollars for personal use
(The Center Square) — A financial clerk and public works supervisor used Abita Springs' credit cards and Venmo account for thousands in personal purchases...
‘Tariffs not enough’ to save U.S. shrimping industry
(HOUMA, La.) − The U.S. International Trade Commission recently approved tariffs on frozen warm water shrimp imports from Ecuador, India, Vietnam and Indonesia, aiming...
Bossier City Council approves construction costs, redresses clerk salaries
(The Center Square) — The Bossier City Council financed and amended construction projects and agreed to new salaries and city jobs during their meeting...
National defense budget could allocate millions to Louisiana military bases
(The Center Square) — The U.S. fiscal 2025 national defense budget includes over $300 million dedicated for Louisiana bases, programs and vessels.
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State officials say major highway projects on track despite funding shifts
(The Center Square) — The Capital Area Road and Bridge District's planned project for Interstate 49 expansion and a new Mississippi River bridge in...