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Louisiana Shoppers Upset Over New Costco Shopping Restrictions
Shopping at Costco makes me feel like a bit of a rule-breaker. I’ve been known to circle back for an extra sample just minutes after grabbing my first one—no disguise needed. And let’s just say I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve used Mom’s Costco card for my own shopping trips.
Kapsch TrafficCom wins 50 year Tolling Contract for I-10 Bridge in Louisiana
Kapsch TrafficCom wins 50 year Tolling Contract for I-10 Bridge in Louisiana. In a monumental development for infrastructure in the United States, Kapsch TrafficCom has clinched a landmark 50-year tolling contract for the Interstate 10 (I-10) Calcasieu River Bridge project in Louisiana. This major public-private partnership (PPP) initiative, spearheaded by...
New changes to SAT and ACT exams coming soon
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - As your high school student begins to look to what is next, a review of the changes to the SAT and ACT can serve as a helpful reminder to both parents and students. In March of 2024, the SAT featured a shorter, digital, and adaptive exam. According to the National Test Prep Association, the changes have resulted in students performing better on the practice versions than the real exam, which is something to keep in mind on test day.
Gov. Jeff Landry gives details on new Jimmie Davis Bridge, what will happen to the old one
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said construction of a new Jimmie Davis Bridge connecting Shreveport and Bossier City will be a spark plug for the northwestern Louisiana economy that will reverberate throughout the state. "It's symbolic of how this year will mark a turnaround for our state," Landry said during a groundbreaking for the...
StartupNOLA Brings Investors and Entrepreneurs Together at First Access to Capital
NEW ORLEANS – StartupNOLA, in partnership with prominent Louisiana-based angel investor groups, is excited to announce its first Access to Capital Program, set to take place on Wednesday, Sept. 18, from 2:30-6:30 p.m. at the New Orleans BioInnovation Center (NOBIC). This regional summit aims to bring together Louisiana entrepreneurs, angel investors, and the public for an enriching afternoon of curated pitches, networking, and educational sessions.
Louisiana Lottery Confirms Powerball Jackpot Win of $44.3 Million
If you play the Powerball Lottery game in Louisiana it has been statistically proven that you are most likely to have a winning ticket if you purchase that ticket along I-10 in a city such as Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lake Charles, or New Orleans. The reason lottery players in South Louisiana seem to do a little bit better than the I-20 corridor of cities such as Shreveport, Ruston, and Monroe?
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