1:30 LRN Newscast Nov 11

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 100th 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.