The 83rd annual Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival gets underway in New Iberia today. Kace Kieschnick has more.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

____________________________________________

A group of inmates in the Evangeline Parish jail apparently improvised in getting their nicotine fix by turning to Jesus. Andrew Greenstein explains.

Cut 2 (28) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

____________________________________________

The 83rd annual Louisiana Sugarcane Festival begins in New Iberia today. The four days of festivities kick off tonight with the Farm Fest, and that’s followed by three full days of entertainment, including carnival rides, live music and the Queen Sugar pageant. Festival board member Doreen Landry says it’s a fun weekend for the whole family.

Cut 3 (08) “…everyone excited.”

Landry says around 30-thousand visitors are expected to visit downtown New Iberia for the festival. She says the festival is a great way to honor Louisiana sugar cane farmers every year.

Cut 4 (09) “…commodity around.”

And of course, no festival is complete without food. Landry says revelers can satisfy their sweet tooth and any other cravings at the festival’s food trucks.

Cut 5 (11) “…come on out.”

____________________________________________

The only junior college in the LSU system is experiencing tremendous growth. The fall enrollment at LSU Eunice has topped four-thousand for the first time ever and is approaching five-thousand. Chancellor Nancee Sorensen says the enrollment increase to just under 47-hundred students is the result of the school’s ability to adapt to changing times.

Cut 6 (12) “…in the past.”

LSU-E’s fall enrollment represents almost a 23-percent increase of last year’s then-record enrollment. Sorensen says the growth encompasses many facets.

Cut 7 (13) “…build more housing.”

LSU-E’s enrollment includes nearly 14-hundred dual enrollment students, more than one-thousand first-time students and 458 transfer students. Sorensen says she expects the growth to continue.

Cut 8 (13) “…seven-thousand-student mark.”

____________________________________________

One of LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center’s lead researchers on dementia says not enough research has been done to see how ultra processed foods affect the brain. Dr. Owen Carmichael says people would like to know how these dietary items affect the brain as people age.

Cut 9 (09)  “…like that.”

Carmichael says we know that ultra processed food consumption is bad for the body, and it’s plausible there are also dementia-related outcomes — but not enough human trials have been done.

Cut 10 (11) “…real life.”

Some studies have founds relationships between greater consumption of ultra processed foods and poorer cognitive outcomes, but researchers are still working to determine how much of that relationship can be attributed directly to the foods themselves and how much may reflect diet, lifestyle or overall health.

Cut 11 (11) “…for people.”

The fall enrollment at LSU Eunice tops four-thousand for the first time ever; in fact, it’s approaching five-thousand. The fall enrollment of just under 47-hundred represents almost a 23-percent increase of last year’s then-record enrollment. Chancellor Nancee Sorensen says the growth encompasses many facets.

Cut 7 (13) “…build more housing.”

One of the lead researchers on dementia at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center says not enough research has been done to see how ultra processed foods affect the brain. Dr. Owen Carmichael says we know that ultra processed food consumption is bad for the body, but not enough human trials have been done.

Cut 10 (11) “…real life.” 

The 83rd annual Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival gets underway in New Iberia today. Kace Kieschnick has more.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

When you lose a bet, you have to pay up. Seattle Storm basketball star Flau’Jae Johnson is learning that lesson the hard way. After LSU lost to Ole Miss last weekend, the Lady Tigers legend arrived at the Storm’s season finale last night rocking Ole Miss gear. Flau’Jae’s mother took to social media to say that’s why you don’t make bets with your friends.

One of LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center’s lead researchers on dementia says not enough research has been done to see how ultra processed foods affect the brain. Dr. Owen Carmichael says people would like to know how these dietary items affect the brain as people age

Cut 9 (09)  “…like that.”

The only junior college in the LSU system is experiencing tremendous growth. The fall enrollment at LSU Eunice has topped four-thousand for the first time ever and is approaching five-thousand. Chancellor Nancee Sorensen says the enrollment increase to just under 47-hundred students is the result of the school’s ability to adapt to changing times.

Cut 6 (12) “…in the past.”

Cut 23 (fade after 2 seconds and use as bed)

The 83rd annual Louisiana Sugarcane Festival begins in New Iberia today. The four days of festivities kick off tonight with the Farm Fest, and that’s followed by three full days of entertainment, including carnival rides, live music and the Queen Sugar pageant. Festival board member Doreen Landry says it’s a fun weekend for the whole family.

Cut 3 (08) “…everyone excited.”

Saturday is National Hunting and Fishing Day; and with Louisiana being “Sportsman’s Paradise,” it should go without saying that the state is very much participating. Trey Iles with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says events will be held in Baton Rouge, Woodworth, Haughton and Monroe. 

Cut 13 (14)  “…fishing in Louisiana.”

A group of inmates in the Evangeline Parish jail apparently improvised in getting their nicotine fix by turning to Jesus.

Cut 2 (28) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

University of Louisiana System accidentally disclosed team-level payout information on how much public money its schools would be paying their student-athletes across various sports. Louisiana Tech leads the way with nearly two-million-dollars pledged to student-athletes, 1.2-million of which goes to football. The Ragin’ Cajuns football team will receiver almost 600-thousand-dollars of UL Lafayette’s 1.5-million-dollar budget. Northwestern State will spend 750-thousand-dollars and Southeastern will dedicate 454-thousand-dollars to pay student-athletes.

Four days of family-friendly entertainment at the Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival in New Iberia begins today. Festivities include live music, carnival rides and the crowning of Queen Sugar. And of course, no festival is complete without food. Festival board member Doreen Landry says revelers can satisfy their sweet tooth and any other cravings at the festival’s food trucks.

Cut 5 (11) “…come on out.”

The fall enrollment at LSU Eunice has topped four-thousand for the first time ever with a 23-percent increase from last year’s then-record enrollment. LSU-E’s enrollment includes nearly 14-hundred dual enrollment students, more than one-thousand first-time students and 458 transfer students. Chancellor Nancee Sorensen says she expects the growth to continue.

Cut 8 (13) “…seven-thousand-student mark.”

The only junior college in the LSU system is experiencing tremendous growth. The fall enrollment at LSU Eunice has topped four-thousand for the first time ever and is approaching five-thousand. Chancellor Nancee Sorensen says the enrollment increase to just under 47-hundred students is the result of the school’s ability to adapt to changing times.

Cut 6 (12) “…in the past.”

LSU-E’s fall enrollment represents almost a 23-percent increase of last year’s then-record enrollment.

A researcher at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center wants to see more research done on how ultra processed foods impact the again brain. Doctor Owen Carmichael…

Cut 11 (11) “…for people.”

The 83rd annual Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival gets underway in New Iberia today. Kace Kieschnick has more…

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

According to the Nielsen ratings, the LSU-Ole Miss game drew nearly 11-million viewers, making it the second most watched game of the season. The Ohio-State-Texas contest raked in 13-million viewers. LSU is the only school in the country to be involved in two of the most-watched college football games this season. The other is the season opener against Clemson.

Former Lt. Governor, state lawmaker and New Orleans mayor Mitch Landrieu tells Politico he’s kicking around the idea of running for President in 2028. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 28 (28) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The city of Vidalia has struck a deal with a company called Fortalis that plans on building a data center in the Concordia Parish town. Mayor Buz Craft says Fortalis plans to buy the former Fruit of the Loom facility and turn one-third of the facility into a data center. Town leaders are telling their residents that the data center will not increase their rates.

The 83rd annual Louisiana Sugarcane Festival begins in New Iberia today. The four days of festivities kick off tonight with the Farm Fest and three full days of entertainment, including carnival rides, live music and the Queen Sugar pageant, get underway tomorrow. Festival board member Doreen Landry says it’s a fun weekend for the whole family.

Cut 3 (08) “…everyone exciyed.”

Landry says around 30-thousand visitors are expected to visit downtown New Iberia for the festival.

One of LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center’s lead researchers on dementia, Doctor Owen Carmichael, says not enough research has been done to see how ultra processed foods affect the brain. Carmichael says people would like to know how these dietary items affect the brain as people age…

Cut 9 (09) “….like that”

Carmichael says we know that ultra processed food consumption is bad for the body and it’s plausible there are also dementia-related outcomes.

With diesel prices soaring to record levels at precisely the worst time for the state’s agriculture industry, farmers are thanking Governor Landry for suspending the penalty for using non-taxed dyed diesel on roadways. American Sugar Cane League General Manager Jim Simon (see-MOH) says the average price of diesel in Louisiana has soared to more than six dollars a gallon right at harvest time.

Cut 7 (08) “…onto the market.”

As LSU’s men’s basketball team begins practice, it does so with only four players on its roster. All four are transfers, meaning Head Coach Will Wade will be starting from scratch for his second stint in Baton Rouge. Wade says his goal is to hit the ground running, and that is why he’s trying to bring in the experienced talent.

Cut 14 (11) “…restart next year.”

A company that develops, builds, and operates small modular nuclear power plants has decided to build its headquarters. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Construction of the new SpaceX launch site in Vermilion Parish is not slated to begin until next year, but the help wanted sign is already out. The company has posted a handful of job openings for positions including civil engineer, senior construction project manager and government affairs manager. In exchange for more than 20-billion dollars in tax breaks, SpaceX must create three-thousand permanent jobs by 2035.

The state’s agriculture industry is thanking Governor Landry for suspending the penalty for using non-taxed dyed diesel on roadways. American Sugar Cane League General Manager Jim Simon says now that truck drivers can use dyed diesel to haul sugarcane to the mills through October 22nd without penalty, that could yield around eight-million dollars in economic relief to the industry.

Cut 9 (08)  “…question about that.”

Even though the midterm elections haven’t happened yet, attention is already starting to turn to the 2028 Presidential race, and one person who has expressed interest on the Democratic side is former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu. LSU New Orleans political scientist Ed Chervenak says if Landrieu does get into the race, he will need to work extra hard to separate himself from a very crowded field.

Cut 6 (08) “…support or not.”

Applied Atomics, which develops, builds and operates small modular nuclear power plants, is building its headquarters in New Orleans. John Fleig (“fleeg”), the chief innovation officer with the Louisiana Economic Development Department, says the project shows what’s possible when Louisiana uses its energy and industrial expertise with companies developing what comes next.

Cut 11 (08) “…small modular reactors.”

Will Wade’s LSU basketball roster officially lists only four players, but he says he’s been practicing with a full team since Labor Day. That’s because most of his players are former international pros or fifth-year seniors waiting on eligibility rulings to play this season. Wade has drawn a lot of criticism for his approach, but he says just because it’s different doesn’t make it wrong.

Cut 13 (12)  “…idiot I am.”

The midterm elections haven’t happened yet, but speculation in the 2028 presidential election is already underway. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The Board of Regents reports that 54-percent of adults in Louisiana have a credential of value, up from 44-percent in 2019. That means more than half of Louisiana adults have either a college degree or another credential. Nationally around 55-percent of adults have a post-high school credential.

Applied Atomics, which develops, builds and operates small modular nuclear power plants, is building its headquarters in New Orleans. John Fleig (“fleeg”), the chief innovation officer with the Louisiana Economic Development Department, says the facility will be in the Bywater neighborhood, and it will include a training demonstration system that will be operational early next year.

Cut 10 (07) “…on the clock.”

The company, which was founded last year by individuals who used to be at Space X, is expected to create 41 new direct jobs.

Preseason practice is underway for the LSU men’s basketball team and the Tigers list only four players on their roster. Coach Will Wade says several other teams are in a similar boat as they wait on the NCAA to rule on the eligibility of numerous players. Wade says they do have 15 players practicing. Nearly all of them are transfers, some are from overseas…

Cut 14 (11) re-start next year”