This week marks Voter Registration Week, with efforts underway to ensure residents are prepared for the upcoming November 5th election. Joel Watson with the secretary of state’s office reminds citizens to register or to update their registration.

Cut 6 (12) “…October 15th or online.”

Watson says Louisiana has a high registration rate, with about 90-percent of eligible residents registered to vote.

A new report shows that sexual harassment remains a problem. The study by Tulane University’s Newcomb Institute shows that 82-percent of women and 42-percent of men experience some form of sexual harassment or assault in their lifetime.Lead researcher Anita Raj says one way to stem the tide is to begin the awareness campaign at an early age.

Cut 12 (09) “…experience before 13.”

Starting this season, Pelicans fans can watch their team on TV for free. Greg Bensel with the Pelicans says the new rights deal with Gray Media will give many more fans the opportunity to watch games on TV.

Cut 3 (12) “…seven-million new viewers.”

The 11 stations that will carry Pelicans games will all form the Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network.

Enrollment at Northwestern State is at its highest level in five years. University President James Genovese (JEN-oh-veeze) says enrollment at the main campus in Natchitoches (NACK-uh-tish) is up considerably.

Cut 14 (09) “…vibrant and healthy.”

And President Genovese says nearly every single on-campus housing unit is occupied.