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Louisiana Weighs Eliminating Personal Income Tax for Higher Sales Tax

Dennis Foley — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:50:54 +0000

Governor Bobby Jindal's office is offering a proposal to make Louisiana more competitive for business and residents by eliminating state personal income tax and corporate income tax. However, this proposal would mean a sales tax hike from the current 4% state sales tax to 7% to make up the difference in revenue.

Shreveport Man Attacked By Shark, Debate Sparked

James Stanley — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:44:33 +0000

A Shreveport man enjoying some time at the beach on vacation is going to be ok, but he's still in the hospital today.

May I Suggest… Adopting A Manatee For Easter?

James Stanley — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 13:00:08 +0000

Fill up an Easter basket with a real Florida manatee. I know that its not a traditional Easter tradition, but if you’re a conservationist and lover of marine life – this is for you!