4:30 PM Newscast Oct 18

A continuing burn ban in Louisiana is a response to ongoing dry conditions, low humidity, and high winds, raising concerns among firefighters about a potential increase in wildfires.  Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Dr. Mike Strain noted that there’s been 29 fires across the state in the past few days.

Cut 12 (06) “…very (x3) careful.”

The dry weather is expected to persist.

The Louisiana National Guard held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new readiness center at Chennault International Airport in Lake Charles.  Col. Scott Slaven praised the project as a reflection of the determination and hard work, ensuring soldiers have access to a modern facility. The project was 75-percent federally funded and 25-percent came from the state.

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Early voting in the presidential election is underway here in Louisiana, and the polling places are very busy. Andrew Greenstein is outside one of them in Baton Rouge.

Cut 2 (34) “…in Baton Rouge.”

The 5 and 1 LSU Tigers will take on the 4 and 2 Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday who, two weeks ago upset Tennessee. LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly says this very good Razorbacks team…

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Kickoff is at 6 PM.