If you absolutely must have your oyster fix, use caution at least until the temperature cools down. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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A Baton Rouge man is living proof that you’re never too old to pursue your dreams. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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LSU football opens up conference play Saturday night at 6:30 against Florida in a sold-out Tiger Stadium. Andre Champagne has the story.

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After two people have died and several others became sick after eating raw oysters contaminated with the flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus, the LSU Ag Center is urging you to use caution before eating raw oysters. Seafood extension specialist Evelyn Watts says the risk is especially high during the summer.

Cut 4 (11) “…the warm months.”

Watts says the best rule of thumb is – when in doubt, don’t.

Cut 5 (08) “…eating raw oysters.”

Watts says if you absolutely must satisfy your oyster fix, you can always order cooked oysters. Cooking them to an internal temperature of 145 degrees will kill any bacteria. Or, if you really prefer raw oysters, your best bet is to wait until later this fall when the water temperature cools down, since Vibrio vulnificus can’t survive in cooler waters.

Cut 6 (12) “…they are handling.”

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Four low-cost airlines will be adding new routes to and from New Orleans in the coming months. Erin Burns with Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport says starting in November, travelers will have an additional option to travel to South Florida.

Cut 7 (09) “…day year round.”

Burns says early next year, there will be an additional low-cost option for a pair of top southwest destinations.

Cut 8 (07) “…starting February.”

Frontier will launch new flights to Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Baltimore and Detroit in February, and Allegiant will begin service to Punta Gorda, Florida, November 21st. Burns says with a planned expansion of New Orleans Airport, there will certainly be more new routes to come in the future.

Cut 9 (10)  “…and more people.”

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Putting the “Golden” in “Golden Band from Tigerland” — Kent Broussard is the most talked about newcomer to the LSU marching band this season. He also happens to be 66 years old. Broussard says while he always had a love of football, he also had a love of marching band from an early age.

Cut 10 (12) “…stuck with me.”

After raising a family and retiring from a long career as an accountant, Broussard went out to prove that you’re never too old to pursue your dreams. So after discovering that his age was no barrier to making LSU’s marching band, he re-learned how to play the Sousaphone, got himself in shape and tried out for the band. Broussard, who got his undergraduate degree from Southeastern, also had to apply for admission to LSU as a student.

Cut 11 (12) “…they did.”

So he was accepted, and he tried out for the marching band. And being evaluated under the same standards as everyone else, Broussard made the band. Broussard says performing with the band so far this season has truly been a dream come true.

Cut 12 (06) “…that so far.”

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The Southern Rail Commission is pleased with the ridership numbers for the new Mardi Gras Amtrak passenger train service. The 145-mile route connects New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama, with four stops along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. John Spain with the Southern Rail Commission says they’ve had over 32-hundred people ride that train since it relaunched on August 18^th.

Cut 13 (07)  “…Saints game.”

For this Sunday’s Saints game and future home games, Amtrak has added another car, which allows for an additional 60 seats.

The Mardi Gras Service has stops in Pascagoula, Biloxi, Gulfport and Bay St. Louis. Spain says those Mississippi cities are very excited about this train.

Cut 14 (10) “…car there.”

The Amtrak Mardi Gras Service runs twice daily, meaning there are morning and evening departures from New Orleans and Mobile. Fares start at 15 dollars. Spain says some days they have 80 to 90-percent ridership and there are 134-seats on the train. He says so far they are getting positive reviews from riders.

Cut 15 (12) “…every time.”

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The last time he played Florida, LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier was on the ground more times than not, being sacked seven times. Nussmeier respects the Gators program, but he says there’s not a lot of love lost between the two teams.

Cut 16 (14) “…pretty exciting.”

Young and talented Florida quarterback D-J Lagway has had his struggles in the first two games of the season, but he has all the potential to lead the Gators to pulling off an upset in Baton Rouge. LSU junior linebacker Whit Weeks says he is a dangerous quarterback and that the unit will have to keep an eye on him often.

Cut 17 (14)  “…after him.”

Through the first two weeks of the season, the LSU defense has allowed only 17 total points and ranks 11th nationally in total defense. Weeks says that even though the Tigers have had a decent start, he knows they can be even better.

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Louisiana Tech will open up conference play against New Mexico State Saturday night at 6:30. Head coach Sonny Cumbie says he and the staff are still evaluating the quarterback room. Cumbie said the Bulldogs need more production at the position, and believes this weekend will help them make a decision.

Cut 19 (13) “…be productive.”

Louisiana Tech’s defense did a great job of limiting the LSU offense from getting in the end zone. Junior cornerback Michael Richard (ree-SHARD) intercepted Garrett Nussmeier on the first drive. Richard says that the performance against the Tigers gives the Bulldogs a lot of confidence moving forward.

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Louisiana ranks at or near the top among all states in the prevalence of sexually transmitted illness. Dr. Andrea Giamalva (jee-ah-MAHL-vah), the chief medical officer at Experity, says STIs are especially prevalent among younger people in this state.

Cut 4 (08) “…STIs as well.”

Giamalva says in Louisiana, urgent care centers are experiencing a high burden of STI cases, because people can get tested there and get their results as early as the following day.

This month, Lafayette-based Acadian Ambulance, the nation’s largest employee-owned ambulance service, is celebrating 54 years of service. Porter Taylor, Acadian Ambulance’s director of operations in Louisiana, commends the many medics who have continued to value its patients all these years.

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The Saints are closing on a new lease agreement to keep playing at the Superdome for at least the next decade. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The police chief in Cheneyville, a town of less than 500 in Rapides Parish, finds himself on the other side of the law. 37-year-old Charles Isaac is arrested on charges of sexual abuse of a child under the age of 13. State Police say Isaac was not on duty when the alleged abuse occurred.

LSU quarterback Nussmeier was sacked seven times when he faced the Gators in Gainesville last season. The Tigers know that it needs to have a balanced offense in order to keep Florida’s defense on its heels. Nussmeier says that LSU’s run game allows the offense to do more.

Cut 18 (18) “…different things.”

Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler completed 27 of 46 passes for 214 yards against the Cardinals. After watching the film, Rattler says that he is working on improving many aspects of his game with San Francisco’s talented defense coming to New Orleans.

Cut 20 (17) “…the offense.”

14-year NFL veteran Todd McClure is one of the 2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame inductees. McClure was an outstanding center in Atlanta, which earned him a place in the Falcons Ring of Honor. Doug Ireland, a Chairman of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame, says before the Baton Rouge native became a great NFL player, he was also an outstanding athlete at Central High School.

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Saturday’s game between number 25 Missouri and Louisiana-Lafayette has a new kickoff time. The Ragin’ Cajuns were originally set to kick off at 3 p.m. Central time, but due to excessive heat in Columbia, Missouri, the game is being moved up to noon Central time.

Former LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders travel to Green Bay to face the Packers on Thursday Night football. Kickoff is set for 7:15 p.m.

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the political violence has to end. The Republican from Jefferson Parish says with the assassination of Charlie Kirk, history is repeating itself…

Cut 14 (13) “….and tolerate it”

Scalise says Americans should follow Kirk’s example and turn to civil debate and the ballot box.

According to the CDC, Louisiana ranks first for chlamydia cases. It’s a sexually transmitted infection that infect the genital tract, eyes and rectum. Dr. Andrea Giamalva (jee-ah-MAHL-vah), the chief medical officer at Experity, says it’s important for anyone who’s sexually active to get regular screenings for STIs.

Cut 5 (14) “…infection to others.”

The Saints are close to signing a new long-term lease that would keep the franchise playing their home games at the Caesars Superdome. Nola-dot-com reporter Jeff Duncan says sources have told him the agreement calls for a ten-year lease followed by four five-year extensions, with the Saints retaining the right to exercise each extension. But Duncan says it doesn’t guarantee that the team will stay in New Orleans. He says sources have told him the relocation penalty would be 250-million dollars…

Cut 10 (15) “…the state”

Saints owner Gayle Benson is 78-years-old.

Lafayette-based Acadian Amublance is making another push in hiring paramedics. Porter Taylor says being a medic can be a great job, especially for younger adult looking to work in the medical field…

Cut 7 (12) “…starting point”

Go to be a medic-dot-com for more information.

The fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk brings back harrowing memories for Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise, who survived an assassination attempt back in 2017. He says those who disagreed with Kirk politically and are celebrating his murder ought to be ashamed of themselves.

Cut 12 (12) “…us to be?”

Acadian Ambulance is celebrating 54 years of existence and Porter Taylor says they are always looking for new paramedics. He says if interested visit become-a-medic-dot-com…

Cut 8 (10) “…red-do their career”

Taylor says it will take as few as 12 weeks to complete all the courses and earn a certificate.

Nola-dot-com reports the Saints and the state are expected to announce a new lease agreement that will result in the NFL franchise calling the Ceasars Superdome its home for at least another decade. Times Picayune reporter Jeff Duncan says the new lease puts New Orleans in position to host the Super Bowl in 2031, but it’s not a sure thing…

Cut 11 (12) “…between games”

14-year NFL veteran Todd McClure is one of the 2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame inductees. McClure was an outstanding center in Atlanta, which earned him a place in the Falcons Ring of Honor. Doug Ireland, a Chairman of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame, says before the Baton Rouge native became a great NFL player, he was also an outstanding athlete at Central High School.

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House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the political violence has to end. The Republican from Jefferson Parish says with the assassination of Charlie Kirk, history is repeating itself…

Cut 14 (13) “….and tolerate it”

Scalise says Americans should not turn to political violence, but instead follow Kirk’s example and turn to civil debate and the ballot box.

Southern University has cancelled classes and events through the weekend. The Baton Rouge school was one of several HBCUs to receive a threat. Southern University was under a lockdown for a period of time earlier today.

Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins says if you mock Kirk’s death on social media than you should receive a lifetime ban from all platforms.

The 31-year-old Kirk was fatally shot during speaking event at Utah Valley University. He was set to speak at LSU next month.

The Saints are close to signing a new long-term lease that would keep the franchise playing their home games at the Caesars Superdome. Nola-dot-com reporter Jeff Duncan says it has been a difficult agreement to reach, because Saints Owner Gayle Benson is 78 years old and someone else will likely take over as owner at some point during the length of this deal…

Cut 9 (10)  “…favorable.”

Duncan says sources have told him the agreement calls for a ten-year lease followed by four five-year extensions

Lafayette-based Acadian Ambulance, the nation’s largest employee-owned ambulance service, is celebrating 54 years of service. Porter Taylor, Acadian Ambulance’s director of operations in Louisiana, commends the many medics who have continued to value its patients all these years.

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The FBI is offering a 100-thousand reward for information leading to the arrest of the individual or individuals responsible for the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise was shot in an assassination attempt in 2017 and says in the United States, no one deserves to be murdered for their political views.

Cut 13 (11)  “…settle our differences.”

ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says it’s up to lawmakers at all levels – federal, state and local – to start setting the example for others to follow and tamp down the vitriol towards one another…

Cut 8 (11) “…their political opponents.”

Multiple HBCUs across the US have received threats a day for the Kirk was shot and killed, including Southern University, who has decided to cancel classes and campus activities through the weekend.

This month, Lafayette-based Acadian Ambulance is celebrating 54 years of service to the public.  Andre Champagne has the story.

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Construction is back underway on the Buc-ee’s in Lafayette. Opening date is sometime in 2028.  The Lafayette Buc-ee’s will be one of the largest locations in the Gulf South at about 74-thousand square feet.

The fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk brings back harrowing memories for Congressman Steve Scalise, who survived an assassination attempt back in 2017. Scalise says those who disagreed with Kirk politically who are celebrating his murder ought to be ashamed of themselves.

Cut 12 (12) “…us to be?”

Louisiana ranks at or near the top among all states in the prevalence of sexually transmitted illness. Dr. Andrea Giamalva (jee-ah-MAHL-vah), the chief medical officer at Experity, says STIs are especially prevalent among younger people in this state.

Cut 4 (08) “…STIs as well.”

Giamalva says in Louisiana, urgent care centers are experiencing a high burden of STI cases, because people can get tested there and get their results as early as the following day.

The Saints are closing on a new lease agreement to keep playing at the Superdome for at least the next decade. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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