 By KELLY P. KISSEL | State news editor If there's no dam at Darlington, how might the Corps fight future floods? Engineers seem to be moving away from the idea of building a dam along the Amite River, so in the alternative there's now talk of raising homes that are at risk of flooding during periods of high water. How much might it cost for either option? We break down the plans.
The Baton Rouge jobs market has rebounded back to pre-pandemic levels. Data show that the number of jobs in the region now exceeds the number we had in early 2020, before the global economy was roiled by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Carnival season ramps up in the Baton Rouge area this weekend, with nine parades and other festivities planned. Take a sweater for the nighttime parades, or something heavier. It's going to be cold once the sun goes down. | 
