The House Ways and Means Committee met today to vet the Governor’s tax reform proposal, which included discussion of exemptions, deductions and tax credits to be retained or eliminated. The discussion included business incentives and all new rebates offered by the Department of Economic Development to prompt business investment.
News
March 29 12:00 AM
"In recent years, many of us have turned to text-messaging for easy and rapid communication," Skrmetta said. "As with almost all new technologies, marketers and advertisers have adapted their methods to employ new innovations.
Community News
March 29 12:00 AM
This is the first in a long time commitment of the Bossier Arts Council's staff and board of directors to produce original works written by Shreveport-Bossier natives. Local Mat Latz not only wrote but is also directing and performing in the production.
Community News
March 29 12:00 AM
The tradition of this annual event extends back to the very beginnings of Hodges Gardens, which was founded in the 1950s. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the gardens and lake, the outdoor service is a moving experience that describes Christ's passion and resurrection in music and dramatic readings.
Community News
March 29 12:00 AM
“We’ve had some great alternative break mission trips around the country and internationally in Mexico, the Bahamas, and Belize,” said Reverend Betsy Eaves, Director of UMC Relations and Chaplain of Centenary College. “But it’s always nice to do something in our own backyard.
Community News
March 29 12:00 AM
Nearly 500 students from 18 schools participated in the elementary, middle and high school divisions for a variety of prizes, and a chance to compete at the national tournament held in Kentucky. The tournament consisted of seven flights with up to 80 archers shooting per flight.
Shreveport
March 29 12:00 AM
10/23/86, of 1650 Easy St., Shreveport, La., was arrested by Officer James on a charge of domestic abuse battery. The suspect struck the victim in the chest with a closed fist. The victim and the suspect are married and have a child..
Mansfield
March 29 12:00 AM
Thomas has been charged with aggravated criminal domestic violence and has been released from jail. It wasn't known if she had an attorney and no phone listing was immediately available..
Bossier City
March 29 12:00 AM
2/2/91, of 1820 Scott Street, Bossier City, La., was arrested by Officer Brewton on charges of domestic abuse battery and simple criminal damage to property. The officer was dispatched to 2045 E. Texas in reference to a disturbance. The suspect grabbed the victim around the neck and threw the victim's I-Pad on the ground breaking it.
Caddo Parish District No. 8 firefighter Clyde Ray Farmer′s last call
May 17 08:06 AM
Ennis’ Czech heritage is celebrated to the hilt as visitors can listen or dance to a variety of bands playing traditional polka, waltz and folk music in three spacious dance halls: the Sokol Activity Center, the Knights of Columbus Hall and the KJT Hall in Ennis.
May 17 08:06 AM
Beginning Wednesday, May 15, the Dogwood Trail bridge over Red Chute bayou at the entrance of Dogwood Subdivision will be closed. The existing bridge will be removed and a new bridge constructed during the closure..
May 17 08:06 AM
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Allstate Insurance Company is ramping up its recruiting campaign searching for 39 additional agency owners in five Southern states this year.
May 16 01:56 PM
DALLAS - The Dallas Arboretum
will be open from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays in
June allowing guests the opportunity to enjoy a picnic, music and all
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May 16 01:47 PM
Camp aimed at high school students between the ages of 15 and 18 considering a career in aviation.
The
Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s (DOTD) Aviation Section is pleased to announce the Louisiana
Aviation Career Education (ACE) Camp Program. DOTD Aviation, i