After a one-vote win in Caddo Parish a recount is being held for the Sheriff’s race and the Clerk of Court has found dozens of voting irregularities. The official recount is Monday but apparently two people voted twice, once in early voting and then again for the general election. On Saturday Democrat Henry Whitehorn won by one vote against challenger Republican John Nickelson.
A WalletHub study ranks which retailers are offering the best Black Friday discounts. Analyst Cassie Happe says JCPenney tops the list with an average discount of 59% followed by Macy’s with 58% and in third place Belk with 55%. Despite the discounts, Happe says more than one in three Americans are forgoing gifts this year due to inflation.
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Among the best deals for gift cards, WalletHub says when you consider the popularity and best value the top three are Starbucks, Sephora, and Target.
If you’re attempting to fry a turkey for the holiday the State Fire Marshal’s Office has a few tips for you. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says to place the fryer outside, not in a garage or under a patio, and ten feet away from any structure. Be sure the turkey is fully defrosted before you place it in the fryer.
When it comes to your Thanksgiving leftovers…
USDA Food Safety Expert Meredith Carothers says it’s important to cool food fast so it reaches the safe refrigerator storage temperature. To do this, she recommends dividing or cutting large amounts of food into smaller containers.
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