EDA awards over $8 million in grants for economic development projects in Louisiana in 2023
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued 10 grants totaling $8,883,604 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Louisiana.
LA 397 road improvements set to start on April 7, 2025
Construction is set to begin on April 7, 2025, to improve a section of LA 397 in Calcasieu Parish.
Interstate 10 westbound in Lafayette closed due to crashes
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced that Interstate 10 westbound, at Louisiana Avenue, has been temporarily closed to all traffic due to multiple crashes.
- Louisiana ranks 19 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary
- LA 1 asphalt project progresses, completion expected by June 2025
- 4.6 million road preservation project on La. 359 to start in St. Landry Parish
- DOTD alters College Drive exit ramp configuration on Sunday
- How many H-1B petitions were made by Louisiana employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry during 2024?
Louisiana legislative session to address lawsuit abuse and insurance reform
The Louisiana Legislature is set to convene on April 14 for the start of the 2025 Regular Session.
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Louisiana DOTD announces $44.4 million in bids for statewide transportation projects
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced that 18 statewide projects received bids in March, with 14 contractors submitting apparent low bids totaling $44.4 million.
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Upcoming road closures on La. 352 in Henderson for drainage work
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has revealed plans for upcoming road closures on La. 352 in Henderson to facilitate the installation of new drainage structures.
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LA 20 Bayou Chevreuil Bridge striping completed, enhancing key Louisiana transit route
The Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has completed the permanent striping on the LA 20, Bayou Chevreuil Bridge.
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USDA extends deadline for 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is extending the deadline for the 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties to April 18, 2025.
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Deadline approaches for USDA's ARC/PLC program enrollment for 2025 crop year
Agricultural producers need to act by April 15, 2025, to enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2025 crop year.
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How many H-1B petitions made by Louisiana employers were approved during 2024?
In 2024, 98.3% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Louisiana were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Belle Chasse Bridge set to start toll collection from April
The Belle Chasse Bridge and Tunnel Replacement Project has announced that tolling on the new bridge is expected to begin on April 2, 2025.
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Louisiana’s Transfer Dependency in 2022 vs 1970: Shocking analysis
In 2022, government transfers contributed 23.9% of income in Louisiana. How does this compare to historical figures?
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Mega Millions introduces changes with increased jackpots and improved odds
Sales for a new Mega Millions multistate game will commence on April 5, featuring a larger starting jackpot, lower overall odds of winning, and a built-in prize-multiplier feature.
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How many H-1B petitions were made by Louisiana employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry during 2024?
Employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry based in Louisiana submitted one H-1B petition during 2024.
