The dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico is smaller than normal, but it’s still nearly the size of Yellowstone National Park. So this year it covers more than three-thousand square thousand miles. LSU Professor Nancy Rabalais says the smaller hypoxia zone is attributed to low flow of the Mississippi River and the pollution that causes the dead zone has not been reduced…
cut 11 (10) “….the river”

Saturday night is the Great American Seafood Cook-off in New Orleans. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says it’s an event that highlights the quality and variety domestic seafood…
cut 8 (11) “…these imports”
Representing Louisiana in the competition is Owen Hohl, who is the chef at Hot Tails in Ascension Parish.

Saints defensive end Cam Jordan signed a two-year contract extension today that will keep him with the Black and Gold through the 2025 season. Jordan is the Saints all-time leader in sacks, but during a press conference he made it clear that he only has one thing he wants before he ends his career…
cut 4 (11) “….of this deal”

The Mega Millions Jackpot for tonight’s drawing is up to 1.35 billion dollars. If you happen to win, financial advisor Fred Dent says sign the back of your ticket, take a high-resolution photo of both sides and put in a secure place…
cut 13 (10) “….advantage”
The drawing is at 10 PM and players must match all five numbers plus the Mega Ball number to claim the jackpot. The Odds of winning are 1 in 302-million.

One of the Saints best defensive players in franchise history is not going anywhere anytime soon as he has a new contract that will allow him to retire as a member of the Black and Gold. Pierson Luscy has more…
Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Pierson Luscy”

And suspension news has finally come down from the NFL on running back Alvin Kamara. Kamara will miss the first three games of the regular season for his role in a fight outside of a Las Vegas nightclub in February 2022. Kamara spoke to reporters today before the suspension and said he was completely wrong.

Tonight’s Mega Millions Jackpot is an estimated 1.35 billion dollars. which is the fourth largest ever in the United States and second largest ever in Mega Millions history. If you are the sole winner, you could choose a lump sum payout of nearly 660-million dollars over receive the money over 30 years through an annuity. Financial advisor Fred Dent says if you have the discipline to invest it property, you might want to select the one-lump payment…
cut 14 (09) “…over time”

Tomorrow night is the Great American Seafood Cook-off in New Orleans. A dozen chefs from around the country will compete for the crown. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says the love and passion the chefs put into each dish is incredible…
cut 7 (12) “…..Louisiana seafood”
Louisiana will be represented by Owen Hohl who is the chef at Hot Tails in Ascension Parish.

Tonight’s MegaMillions jackpot is the second largest in the history of the game, at $1.35 Billion, with a cash value of $659.5 million. Dustin Annison with the Louisiana Lottery says jackpot fever in the Bayou State is as high as the temperatures outside…
Cut 12 (10) “…$3.9 million.”

The Saints all-time sacks leader, Cam Jordan, has signed a two-year contract extension worth 27.5 million dollars. It wil keep him in New Orleans through the 2025 season. The deal nearly assures that the 34-year-old Jordan will retire as a Saint and now he wants to win a Super Bowl…
cut 5 (15) “….the offense”
Saints first preseason game is August 13th against the Super Bowl champs.

More than a dozen chefs from across the country will face off for the crown at the 2023 Great American Seafood Cook-off in the Crescent City tomorrow. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says every year chefs representing their state get to display their incredible talent and showcase their seafood creations…
Cut 6 (11) “…to Louisiana.”
The culinary showdown will be live-streamed with a celebrity panel of judges.

Thursday’s announcement of Taylor Swift returning to New Orleans was a nice way for the Superdome to celebrate their 49th birthday. 2024 is shaping up to be a big year, General Manager of the Caesars Superdome Evan Holmes says it will be their 50th, renovations should be completed, and three nights in a row with Taylor Swift in late October. Holmes says they’ll be ready
Cut 12 (08) “…for us.”

The size of the Dead Zone in the Gulf of Mexico is the sixth smallest in 36 years. LSU Professor Nancy Rabalais says unfortunately it’s not because there’s a decrease in volume of nutrients that robs this part of the gulf of oxygen…

cut 10  (11) “…action plan”

Rabalais says the dead zone is smaller because the Mississippi River is not putting as much fresh water into the Gulf, because dry conditions in the Midwest.

A new report on public school teacher salaries shows one reason why teacher pay falls below the Southern Regional Average is that experienced teachers do not make much more than beginning teachers. Council for a Better Louisiana President Barry Erwin says in most cases the difference is only about 10 thousand dollars a year between a first-year teacher and a 20-year vet…

Cut 14 (10)  “…conversation.”

Karma is bringing Taylor Swift back around to the Superdome in 2024. Brooke Thorington has all the details.

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Eight time pro bowler and three time all pro Cameron Jordan has agreed to a 2 year 27.5 million dollars extension with the New Orleans Saints.

Cut 3 (8) “…been here.”

Jordan is the Saints franchise all-time leader in sacks with 115.5, but made it clear that he only has one thing he wants before he ends his career.

Cut 4 (14) “of this deal.”

He also thinks it is completely possible to reach that ultimate goal after what he has seen in camp so far.

Cut 5 (15) “to their offense.”

LSU defensive line coach Jimmy Lindsey stepped away from the team recently due to health concerns and when he returns is still unknown.

Cut 17 (15) “…the immediate here.”

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approves a plan that lowers catch limit for speckled trout. Anglers will now only be able to keep trout that are over 13 inches in length, and the catch limit has been decreased from 25 to 15 fish per day. LDWF Assistant Secretary Patrick Banks says this the new conversation is needed.

Cut 8 (07) “…concerned.”

Louisiana Radio Network Sports I’m Pierson Luscy

According to researchers, this year’s ‘Dead Zone’ in the northern Gulf of Mexico is the sixth smallest in 36 years. The decrease is due to water temperatures and low water flow on the Mississippi River. LSU Professor Nancy Rabalais says the waterway is moving less water and carrying fewer nutrients.

Cut 9 (10)  “…not stratified.”

Researchers say the region has shrunk nearly 3,000 square miles since July,

Eight-time pro bowler and three-time all-pro Cameron Jordan has agreed to a 2 year 27.5 million dollar extension with the New Orleans Saints.

Cut 3 (8) “…been here.”

Jordan says he has one thing he wants before he ends his career a second Super Bowl ring.

SunGas Renewables CEO Robert Rigdon says building a $1.8 billion renewable low-carbon methanol site in Pineville at its Beaver Lake Renewable Energy facility will make a meaningful impact in producing clean energy. Rigdon says after inspecting several sites, this was the best location.

Cut 4 (11)  “…be outstanding.” (pull from AM)

The project will produce nearly 400 thousand tons of green methanol yearly.

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approves a plan to lower the catch limit for speckled trout. Under the plan approved, anglers would only be allowed to catch a speckled trout that’s more than 13 inches long. The total catch per angler per day would go from 25 fish to 15. LDWF Assistant Secretary Patrick Banks…

Cut 8 (07) “…concerned.”
 

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approves new catch limits for the speckled trout because there’s been a decline in the overall size of the popular recreational fish. LDWF Assistant Secretary Patrick Banks says he’s pleased to see the commission pass a measure…
Cut 7 (06) “…very, very close.”

Thursday’s announcement of Taylor Swift returning to New Orleans was a nice way for the Superdome to celebrate their 49^th birthday. 2024 is shaping up to be a big year, General Manager of the Caesars Superdome Evan Holmes says it will be their 50^th, renovations should be completed, and three nights in a row with Taylor Swift. Homles says they’ll be ready for it.

Cut 12 (08)   “…for us.” 

SunGas Renewables officials say their proposed one-point-eight-billion-dollar plant they plan to build will produce a renewable low-carbon methanol that will help the shipping industry. Teiko Foxx has more

Cut 1 (30)  “I’m Teiko Foxx.”

Southeastern Louisiana says no personal data or educational records were stolen when the university was hit by a cyber security attack six months ago. Several agencies are investigating the incident that resulted in S-L-U taking its network offline for nearly a month.

For years, teacher pay in Louisiana has lagged behind most of the other Southern states, but starting pay for a teacher in the Bayou State is among the highest in the South. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 3 (33)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

The Saints all-time sacks leader cam Jordan has agreed to a two-year 27.5 million dollar extension that will allow him to retire with the Saints. Jordan is one of the best defensive players in franchise history with 115.5 sacks and he is started 191 games in his 12-year career.

Taylor Swift is extending The Eras Tour and she’s adding a three-night stop in the Crescent City for what will likely be a sold-out show. General Manager of the Caesars Superdome Evan Holmes says construction prevented Swift from appearing in 2023, but when added another leg to the tour…

Cut 10 (06) “…real excited.”

Swift’s last performance in New Orleans was in 2018. Fans will have to register to buy tickets to the show.

Sungas Renewables officials say their proposed one-point-eight billion dollar plant they plan to build in Pineville will produce a renewable low-carbon methanol that will help the shipping industry. CEO Robert Rigdon says there are currently in phase two of the project and hope to be in the final phase by the fourth quarter before full construction.

Cut 6 (13)  “…that process.”

The company expects to make a final investment decision in August 2024.

Council for a Better Louisiana President Barry Erwin says a new study shows there are fundamental issues with teacher pay in Louisiana. Erwin says the report shows that starting pay for teachers is the second highest in the South, but the overall statewide average is among the lowest. Erwin says that’s because the state continues to give out across the board pay raises…
cut 15 (08) “…in play”
He says in most cases the difference is only about 10 thousand dollars a year between a first-year teacher and a 20-year veteran.

The state’s Wildlife and Fisheries Commission has approved new limits on the speckled trout. The conservation plan will limit the number of fish that can be caught per day per angler from 25 to 15. LDWF Assistant Secretary Patrick Banks says the public will have the opportunity to comment on the plan …
cut 9 (12) “….wanna go”

Taylor Swift concert tickets was a popular discussion around the dinner table last night. It was announced yesterday that Swift will perform at the Ceasar’s Superdome for three nights in late October in 2024. General Manager of the Dome, Evan Holmes, says if you’re trying to get tickets…
cut 11 (11) “…scalpers”
For ticket information go to Taylor Swift’s website.

Planning is underway to build a one-point-eight billion dollar low-carbon methanol production facility in Pineville. SunGas Renewables CEO Robert Rigdon says they plan to hire over 100 people to produce nearly 400-thousand metric tons of green methanol that large ships will use….
cut 5 (11) “….of choice”
Construction on the facility could begin late next year.

Karma is bringing Taylor Swift back around to the Superdome in 2024. Brooke Thorington has all the details.
Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Southeastern Louisiana says no personal data or educational records were stolen when the university was hit by a cyber security attack six months ago. Several agencies are investigating the incident that resulted in S-L-U taking its network off line for nearly a month.

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approves a plan that lowers the catch limit for speckled trout. Under the plan approved, anglers would only be allowed to catch a speckled trout that’s more than 13 inches long. The total catch per angler per day would go from 25 fish to 15. LDWF Assistant Secretary Patrick Banks says this conservation plan is needed…
Cut 8 (07) “…concerned.”
Banks says the public will have the opportunity to comment on the plan and legislators could reject it, but if there are no hold ups, it could go into effect as early as November.

SunGas Renewables CEO Robert Rigdon says building a $1.8 billion renewable low-carbon methanol site in Pineville will make a meaningful impact in producing clean energy. Rigdon says after inspecting several sites, this was the best location.
Cut 4 (11) “…be outstanding.”
The plan is to produce nearly 400-thousand tons of green methanol that would allow big container ships to sail on clean energy.