According to an annual survey from the National Retail Federation, Easter spending is expected to reach an all-time high..:
Cut 2 (30) “I’m Halen Doughty”

The Humane Society of Louisiana is trying to figure out who is responsible for apparently dragging a pit bull from a moving vehicle in Acadia Parish near St. Landry. Executive Director Jeff Dorson says the 3-year-old dog was found by its owner in a ditch with horrible injuries..:
Cut 3 (08) “terrible shape”
Anyone with information on this incident is urged to contact authorities.

The burning of M6 propellant at Camp Minden in Webster Parish is complete, but the job might not be done yet. The Louisiana National Guard has the option to extend their contract with ESI and allow them to continue to burn off hazardous substances there. But LSU Shreveport science professor Brian Salvatore, who sits on the concerned citizens’ advisory board, wants the burning to stop now…:
Cut 9 (11) “explosives business”
The Louisiana National Guard, he didn’t want to comment on whether the burn chamber will continue to operate on the Guard’s property.

The LSU Gymnastics team can win its first national title in program history this weekend as they compete in the NCAA Championships in St. Louis. Head Coach D.D. Breaux says if everyone brings their A game, they will come home with a trophy…:
Cut 18 (09) “right stuff”