Louisiana News
Buc-ees is one step closer to breaking ground in Ruston
SUMMARY: The city of Rustin, Louisiana is one step closer to the construction of its first ever Buc-ee's store. A memorandum of understanding was signed by the city, state, and Federal Highway Administration, outlining the requirements for the project to move forward. The city will handle the infrastructure on the tarbutton road interchange, while Buc-ee's will manage the on-site infrastructure. Mayor Walker believes this development will have a significant economic impact, with an estimated 15,000 cars stopping in the area daily. Groundbreaking is set for 2024, and the store is expected to open in 2025.
Buc-ees is one step closer to breaking ground in Ruston
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Severe Weather Watch Live
SUMMARY: focused primarily along the Southshore as the storms move quickly eastward. The primary concern remains the strong winds, with the possibility of embedded tornadoes within the bow echo. Flash flood warnings are also in effect for the metro area due to intense rainfall rates. Rotation has been observed in certain areas, leading to tornado warnings that have since been cancelled as the rotation moves away from populated areas towards Lake Pontchartrain. The storms are expected to clear out by early morning hours, with the Northshore experiencing less severe weather compared to the Southshore. Water spouts may develop over Lake Pontchartrain as the storms move eastward. Overall, the storms are on a weakening trend, but caution is advised for those in the path of the strong winds and potential rotation.
Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin tracks a confirmed tornado warning from the National Weather Service.
Louisiana News
Ruston notches slam dunk hires for new basketball era | KTVE
SUMMARY: Ruston High School in Louisiana has hired Lashonda Smith-Cooper and Marcus Jackson as the new head basketball coaches. Both coaches come with a strong track record, with Cooper achieving state championships at her previous school and Jackson delivering two state championships at his former school as well. The Bearcats hope that these new hires will elevate their basketball programs to become one of the most well-rounded sports powerhouses in the state. Cooper and Jackson have expressed their dedication to their new roles and their determination to lead the teams to success. The community is excited about the new leadership and the potential for future championships.
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American Press
Severe storms kill at least 4 in Houston, cause widespread power outages – American Press
SUMMARY: On Thursday, May 16, 2024, severe thunderstorms struck southeastern Texas, particularly Houston, resulting in at least four fatalities and affecting over 850,000 homes and businesses with power outages. Authorities advised residents to stay off the roads and avoid traveling unless essential. Houston Mayor John Whitmire reported that the deaths were caused by falling trees and a collapsing crane, as winds reached 100 mph. The storm caused extensive damage in downtown Houston, breaking hundreds of windows and prompting security measures. First responders were handling a backlog of 911 calls, and power restoration efforts faced “catastrophic” challenges, with extended outages expected. All schools were closed on Friday, and the area still faced flood watches and warnings.
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