Infrastructure bill: U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy spoke at a Baton Rouge Area Chamber webinar today to promote the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill that he helped write and broker through Senate passage and now awaits action in the House. His statements echoed his remarks during a press call Monday, saying the bill, which would provide billions to Louisiana, is a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Louisiana to catch up with other states.” Read more about Cassidy’s latest stances from The Daily Advertiser.
Burgers and fries: An $800,000 permit was filed today for a new Checkers restaurant at 11650 Coursey Blvd. The lot previously housed Supreme Hibachi Buffet and is next to BioLife Plasma Services.
Employment help: On Sept. 8, the Christian Outreach Center of Baton Rouge will begin a program to address the needs of the unemployed and employers. WorkLife Employment Training is a two-month program designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge to be a qualified applicant and a valuable employee in today’s market. Get more information.
On the delta front …
• Louisiana set a single-day record for COVID-19 deaths today, with 139 deaths. (WBRZ-TV)
• The plastic barriers that have been used over the past year and half to slow the spread of coronavirus may actually make things worse. (The New York Times)
• Hospitalizations of COVID-19 patients are back on the rise in Louisiana, with 2,856 patients. (Louisiana Department of Health)
