Saints Quarterback Drew Brees will visit a hand specialist in Los Angeles today after he injured his thumb in yesterday’s 27-9 loss to the Rams…
cut 28 (04) “…not too significant”
It’s been reported Brees has possible ligament damage.

One of four constitutional amendments on the October ballot would allow New Orleans to exempt affordable housing from property taxes. It’s a local issue so why is it up for a statewide vote?
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Matt Doyle”

Louisiana’s oyster industry continues to feel the effects from the record long opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway and flooding in the Atchafalaya Basin. Department of Wildlife and Fisheries biologist Harry Blanchet says oyster mortality on public reefs ranged as high as 100-percent in several areas across the state…
cut 11 (10) “….the Sabine basin”
Blanchet says they are using the data they are collecting to apply for federal disaster assistance for the state’s fishery industry.

A statewide poll finds that 82-percent of Louisiana voters say the Louisiana legislature should continue to make TOPS a funding priority. The cost of the 291-million dollar program continues to rise. But pollster Bernie Pinsonat says the public wants TOPS fully funded…
cut 15 (08) “…maximum”

Saints fans are once again complaining about NFL officiating after they blew the whistle prematurely on what should have been a fumble recovery for a touchdown for defensive end Cam Jordan. But Coach Sean Payton is not using the blown call as an excuse in their 27-9 loss to the Rams…
cut 16 (11) “….field too”
Meanwhile, Quarterback Drew Brees will see a hand specialist to find out if surgery is needed on his injured thumb.

Coming to a store near you soon will be plant-based shrimp. Tyson Foods has invested in a California company that has produced a plant-based shrimp base that’s peeled, deveined and tailless. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain anticipates more synthetic seafood in the future…
cut 9 (08) “….right behind that”

The state continues to collect data on the impact of aquatic life in south Louisiana as a result of the record long opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway and flooding in the Atchafalaya Basin. Department of Wildlife and Fisheries biologist Harry Blanchet says the feds can declare a fishery disaster, however, it requires a 35% reduction in the value of a specific fishery to qualify…
cut 10 (10) “…the federal government”
Blanchet says their sampling continues to indicate a notable reduction in the availability of oysters, shrimp, crab, and finfish.

There are four constitutional amendments on the October 12th ballot. The third amendment would allow the Governor-appointed Board of Tax Appeals to rule on questions of constitutionality for tax questions. Public Affairs Research Council Policy Director Steven Procopio says proponents want the change because…
Cut 5 (07) “…decisions.”
But Opponents say it would give too much legal authority to a non-elected board of decision-makers.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says there remains a notable reduction in the availability of oysters, shrimp, crab and finfish in waterways impacted by the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway and flooding in the Atchafalaya Basin. Biologist Harry Blanchet says it will take years for the oyster population to regenerate and they are sure what is happening with the brown shrimp…
cut 12 (12) “….that impact so”

Tyson Foods has recently invested in a start-up company that has produced a plant-based shrimp from seaweed, soy protein, and natural flavors. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says any attempt to market the new product as shrimp as we know it is now allowed under state law…
cut 8 (10) “…misleading or confusing”

The Saints lost 27-9 in its NFC title rematch with the Rams and now the big question is how much time will quarterback Drew Brees miss. The future Hall of Famer suffered a thumb injury while throwing a pass in the first quarter. Teddy Bridgewater relieved Brees, but Coach Sean Payton says the rest of the offense, especially the o-line, didn’t play well around him…
cut 17 (11) “…some guys”
Brees is set to see a hand specialist in Los Angeles, while the rest of the team is in Seattle for the week, getting ready for their next game against the Seahawks.

The state budget surplus for the last fiscal year has risen to an anticipated half billion dollars…

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It will be another hot night in Tiger Stadium tomorrow when LSU hosts Northwestern State and fans now have the option to purchase cold beer, but LSU is only offering one beer from Louisiana. Louisiana Craft Brewers Guild executive director Cary Koch says it would be a win-win, if LSU offered more homegrown beers…
cut 7 (09) “…for sale”
LSU says they plan on expanding their beer choices soon.

A statewide charity is encouraging those hunters that need to clear their freezers of last year’s bounty to donate that meat to those that may be less fortunate. Hunters for the Hungry executive director Julie Grunewald says they are hoping to double the already massive amounts of donations received last year.

Cut 14 (09) “around 4000 pounds.”

For more details on drop off locations, visit cleanoutyourfreezer.com.

New campaign finance reports show Republican Eddie Rispone, who’s in third place in the gov’s race according to two recent independent polls, has six-point-three-million dollars in cash on hand after loaned his campaign another one-point-five million dollars.  UL-Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross…

Cut 5 (09) “…Eddie Rispone”

Governor Edwards is outpacing his gubernatorial challengers in fundraising, pulling in over twice as much as the top polling Republican in the race Ralph Abraham. UL-Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says the latest campaign finance reports shows Abraham with one-point-four million dollars on hand and he’ll have to spend nearly all of that to secure a spot in the run-off.
Cut 4 (08) “…gets there.”
Fellow GOP challenger Eddie Rispone has six-point-three million dollars on hand, most of it is his own, while Edwards has five-point-seven million dollars to spend.
An updated forecast shows Louisiana will run an anticipated 500 million dollar surplus for the last fiscal year, up from the previously expected 300 million dollar surplus. Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne says they plan to use some of the funds to help replenish the state’s depleted “Rainy Day” savings fund, which was drained in the Jindal years.
Cut 10 (07) “…operating needs.”

A statewide charity is encouraging those hunters that need to clear their freezers of last year’s bounty to donate that meat to those that may be less fortunate. Hunters for the Hungry executive director Julie Grunewald says Clean Out Your Freezer Day will be held this weekend, with various donation points around Louisiana.

Cut 13 (08) “they service”
For more details on drop off locations, visit cleanoutyourfreezer.com.
The Louisiana Craft Brewers Guild wants to see more local brews sold at Tiger Stadium. LSU senior associate athletic director Robert Munson says fan input went into the selection of beers that are on sale in the stadium, and different beers will soon be added. Guild executive director Cary Koch hopes LSU will make the right decision.

Cut 8 (06) “to do so.”

Last fiscal year’s budget surplus is now anticipated to hit 500 million dollars, and opponents of the Edwards Administration say the surplus is evidence that the Governor’s .45 percent sales tax increase in 2018 was ultimately unnecessary. House Republican Chairman Lance Harris…

Cut 11 (06) “…year.” 

The administration defended the surplus saying it was larger than expected do to better than expected economic performance from the state, and the federal tax reform.

The Louisiana Craft Brewers Guild wants to see more local brews sold at Tiger Stadium. Currently, the only Louisiana beer on sale inside Death Valley is Abita’s Strawberry Lager. And Guild executive director Cary Koch says of the seven beers offered, two are from a neighboring state.

Cut 6 (10) “…tell you that.”

Governor Edwards continues to pace his Republican challengers in fundraising. New campaign finance reports show Edwards raised one-point-seven-million dollars in the latest quarter and has nearly six-million dollars available as he tries to avoid a runoff. UL-Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says he’s in a good spot.
Cut 3 (08) “…runoff.”
Edwards raised twice as much as top polling Republican challenger Ralph Abraham.
A statewide charity is encouraging those hunters that need to clear their freezers of last year’s bounty to donate that meat to those that may be less fortunate.  Hunters for the Hungry executive director Julie Grunewald says the sportsman’s paradise sees a huge variety in meats donated every year.

Cut 15 (10) “…those less fortunate.”

For more details on drop off locations, visit cleanoutyourfreezer.com.

New campaign finance numbers show Governor Edwards is collecting more cash than his opponents. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (32) “..I’m Jeff Palermo”

A statewide charity is encouraging those hunters that need to clear their freezers of last year’s bounty to donate that meat to those that may be less fortunate. Hunters for the Hungry executive director Julie Grunewald says they are hoping to double the already massive amounts of donations received last year.

Cut 14 (09) “around 4000 pounds.”

Louisiana will have a projected 500-million dollar surplus for the last fiscal year, up from the previous estimate of 300 million dollars. Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne says there are two reasons for the rising surplus, starting with the 2017 federal tax reform.

Cut 9 (11)  “..doing well”

Critics say the surplus is evidence that the Governor’s .45 percent sales tax increase was ultimately unnecessary.

The Louisiana Craft Brewers Guild wants to see more local brews sold at Tiger Stadium. Currently, the only Louisiana beer on sale inside Death Valley is Abita’s Strawberry Lager. And Guild executive director Cary Koch says they got the numbers to prove that the beers they would have in the stadium would do even better for sales, profit margins, and revenue.

Cut 7 (09)“…are for sale.” 

New campaign finance reports show Republican Eddie Rispone, who’s in third place in the gov’s race according to two recent independent polls, has six-point-three-million dollars in cash on hand after loaned his campaign another one-point-five million dollars.  UL-Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross…

Cut 5 (09) “…Eddie Rispone”

Louisiana will have a projected 500-million dollar surplus for the last fiscal year, up from the previous estimate of 300 million dollars. Critics say the surplus is evidence that the Governor’s .45 percent sales tax increase was ultimately unnecessary. House Republican Chairman Lance Harris says the Edwards Administration’s claims that the surplus is thanks to a growing economy are misleading at best.

Cut 12 (12) “government”

New Orleans Representative Walt Leger says thanks to recent surpluses they’ve returned 232 million dollars to the state savings account.

A statewide charity is encouraging those hunters that need to clear their freezers of last year’s bounty to donate that meat to those that may be less fortunate. Hunters for the Hungry executive director Julie Grunewald says Clean Out Your Freezer Day will be held this weekend, with various donation points around Louisiana.

Cut 13 (08) “they service”

For more details on drop off locations, visit cleanoutyourfreezer.com.

The Louisiana Craft Brewers Guild wants to see more local brews sold at Tiger Stadium. LSU senior associate athletic director Robert Munson says fan input went into the selection of beers that are on sale in the stadium, and different beers will soon be added. Guild executive director Cary Koch hopes LSU will make the right decision.

Cut 8 (06) “to do so.”