Governor Edwards officially dedicated the Never Forget Garden this Veteran’s Day. The dedication of the garden adjacent to the state capitol grounds also commemorates the 100^th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Edwards says visiting the tomb in DC, that’s representative of all souls lost in the war is a very moving experience.

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Today is Veteran’s Day and Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin suggests you honor a vet by casting your ballot Saturday. Ardoin says you can also display your appreciation with their Honor Vets Vote Program by visiting sos.la.gov/honorvets.

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Polls open at 7 AM on Saturday and close at 8 PM.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and LSU are joining together to survey the commercial seafood industry about the economic impacts suffered during the last two hurricane seasons. LDW administrator, Jason Froeba:

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McNeese State’s decision to stay in the Southland Conference will provide a positive economic impact for the Lake Charles area. McNeese considered joining the Western Athletic Conference, but by staying in the Southland, the school will host multiple conference tournament championship events over a four-year period. McNeese A-D Heath Schroyer…

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McNeese will host the Southland basketball, baseball, and softball tournaments from 2023 to 2026.

The Governor officially dedicated the Never Forget Garden at Veterans Memorial Park adjacent to the State Capitol this morning. Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Joey Strickland says the dedication also coincides with the 100^th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

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The ceremony was moved to the Capitol Park Museum due to the inclement weather.

Another way to honor a vet this year is to cast your ballot Saturday. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says you can also display your appreciation for our military with their Honor Vets Vote Program by visiting sos.la.gov/honorvets.

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Polls open Saturday morning at 8 and close at 8 pm.

The state’s Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and LSU are developing a survey to try and learn the true economic impact to Louisiana’s commercial seafood industry from the last two years of hurricanes. More from Dave Brannen.

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and LSU are joining together to survey the commercial seafood industry about the economic impacts suffered during the last two hurricane seasons. LDW administrator, Jason Froeba:

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The questionnaire takes a few minutes to fill out, with the information requested from the likes of seafood producers, harvesters, dealers and charter boat operators.

A study commissioned by the State of Louisiana shows military spending in the Bayou State has climbed to a more than nine-point-six billion dollar annual impact. Don Pierson, the state’s Economic Development Secretary explains why it’s important to keep track of military spending in Louisiana and what the impact is.

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State law mandates an in-depth assessment every four years of the military’s impact in Louisiana.

53-year-old Jason Miller of Covington is in the East Baton Rouge Jail, charged with the rape of a teen and impersonating a police officer. Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Casey Hicks says the victim was walking in the Gardere area Sunday when Miller allegedly approached her said he was in law enforcement, flashed a badge, and began questioning her.

Hicks says they are asking for the public’s help to see if Miller may have committed such heinous crimes before.

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A man is dead and three other men and a 14-year-old are hospitalized after an ambush-style shooting Tuesday night in front of a grocery store in St. Charles Parish. Sheriff Greg Champagne says the gunfire occurred in Killona and it hasn’t been confirmed how many shooters there were. Champagne says they’ve been working with authorities in St. James and St. Johns parishes who have encountered similar types of criminal activity.

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The investigation is continuing.

53-year-old Jason Miller of Covington is accused of raping a teen and impersonating a police officer. East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Casey Hicks says the victim was walking in the Gardere area Sunday afternoon when Miller allegedly approached her, flashed a badge, and began questioning her.
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Hicks says good detective work led to Miller’s arrest two days later.

For Veterans Day this year the Governor and First will dedicate the Never Forget Garden at Veterans Memorial Park adjacent to the State Capitol. Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Joey Strickland

says the garden dedication also coincides with the 100^th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

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Strickland also encourages you to reach out and express your gratitude to military vets today.

Military spending in Louisiana is significantly up from four years ago. More from Dave Brannen.

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Oak Grove Mayor Adam Holland is hopeful the town will be awarded a 10-million-dollar grant to improve the town’s water system. Holland says he’s aware the of the dire need for repairs and ongoing discoloration. Since he took office in 2014 there have been several repairs but he’s hoping for more upgrades and says the water system’s pH and bacteria levels meet current health standards.

53-year-old Jason Miller of Covington is in the East Baton Rouge Prison, charged with the rape of a teen and impersonating a police officer Sunday. East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Casey Hicks says they arrested Miller in just days due to good detective work. A description of the suspect’s vehicle and surveillance footage helped them find the plates on the car and thus his identity.

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A man is dead and three other men, along with a 14-year-old are hospitalized after an ambush-style shooting Tuesday night in front of a grocery store in St. Charles Parish. Sheriff Greg Champagne says it happened in Killona and they’ve been working with authorities in St. James and St. Johns parishes who have encountered similar types of criminal activity.

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A study shows military spending has a more than nine-point-six-billion-dollar annual impact on the state. Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says it outlines the impact of various military-related operations including Fort Polk, Barksdale Air Force Base, and the Belle Chasse Naval Air Station where thousands are employed at each.

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It’s Veterans Day and the Governor and First Lady will dedicate the Never Forget Garden at Veterans Memorial Park adjacent to the State Capitol today. Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Joey Strickland says even if you aren’t able to attend a Veterans ceremony today, you can simply express your gratitude for those who defend our country.

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A Covington man is in the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison after he allegedly impersonated an officer when he confronted a 17-year-old girl who he also sexually assaulted. 53-year-old Jason Miller faces several charges including two counts of first-degree rape. East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s office spokesperson Casey Hicks says they are asking for the public’s help to see if Miller has committed similar acts…
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A new study shows military spending in Louisiana has a 9-point-six-billion dollar economic impact and accounts for more than 77-thousand jobs. Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson on why it’s important to keep track of military spending…
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It’s Veteran’s Day and the Governor and First Lady will dedicate a garden on the capitol grounds in honor of Louisiana veterans today. Brooke Thorington has more.
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A former prosecutor in Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry’s office has filed a lawsuit against his former employer claiming a suspect in a child porn investigation received preferential treatment because he was politically connected. Matthew Derbes resigned in April and filed the lawsuit last week. Landry denies they gave the suspect any special treatment and blames the COVID pandemic on not arresting him sooner.

A man is dead and three other men and a 14-year-old are hospitalized after an ambush-style shooting Tuesday night in front of a grocery store in St. Charles Parish. Sheriff Greg Champagne says the gunfire occurred in Killona and the number of shooters is unknown and so is the motive.
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All of the victims suffered multiple gunshot wounds. The man killed is identified as 29-year-old Darzil Washington.

53-year-old Jason Miller of Covington is accused of raping a teen and impersonating a police officer. East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Casey Hicks says the victim was walking in the Gardere area Sunday afternoon when Miller allegedly approached her, flashed a badge, and began questioning her.
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Hicks says good detective work led to Miller’s arrest two days later.

It’s Veteran’s Day and a new report shows military spending in Louisiana is significantly up from four years ago. More from Dave Brannen.
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The governor’s office made two economic development announcements yesterday. S-and-W Wholesale Foods plans to build a 12-million dollar distribution center, culinary test kitchen and training facility near Hammond. And Information technology firm, Rural Sourcing, will establish a 150-job software development center in downtown Baton Rouge.

It’s Veterans Day and Governor John Bel Edwards along with First Lady Donna Edwards will dedicate the Never Forget Garden at Veterans Memorial Park adjacent to the State Capitol today. Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Joey Strickland…
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The dedication will take place at 11 am and Strickland says today is a day to thank a Veteran for their service.

A study commissioned by the State of Louisiana shows military spending in the Bayou State has climbed to a nine-point-six billion dollar annual impact. Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson…
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The study for fiscal year 2020 says economic activity related to that spending has resulted in more than 77-thousand jobs.

A Covington man accused of raping a Baton Rouge teen and impersonating a police officer is now in custody. Brooke Thorington has more.
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Insured losses from the 2020 hurricane season have reached $10.6 Billion in Louisiana. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Barring any major developments, Mardi Gras 2022 is a go for next year in New Orleans as the pandemic appears to further wane. Arthur Hardy who publishes the annual guide to Mardi Gras says he expects strong efforts will be made to ensure that the major parades, such as Endymion, are allowed to use their traditional routes

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Last year’s parades were canceled because of the raging pandemic.

Centenary College hasn’t played a football game since 1941, but today the Shreveport school announced plans to return to the gridiron and compete on the football field in 2024. Also, applications to join a conference will begin immediately. Centenary will celebrate its bicentennial in 2025 and Board of Trustees Chairman Archer Frierson says bringing back football will only enhance the higher education experience at Centenary…

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Entergy Louisiana is looking to increase its green power-generating portfolio. Jonathan Bourg, director of resource planning for the utility, says Entergy will seek to purchase several hundred megawatts of solar power by around 2024. He says the four new solar facilities are important in Entergy’s efforts to provide clean energy.

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The new solar facilities will be located in Allen, St. James and Washington parishes.