There are growing signs Louisiana’s U-S Senate race could be closer than previously expected. In fact, Shreveport-based pollster Bishop George now calls it a toss-up. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray says that helps explain why President Trump is holding a tele-rally for Julia Letlow Monday night.
The Saints will hopefully use this bye week to make plans to start turning things around amid growing frustration within their fanbase. Owner Gayle Benson uncharacteristically expressed disappointment after the Saints lost three straight home games before the Paris trip. Scott Fazio flew to Paris to watch the Saints lose to the Steelers; and he says without any real change, Benson’s critique doesn’t mean a thing.
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This weekend, you really can turn back time – one hour, to be precise. In fact, you’ll have to, since Daylight Saving Time ends at two Sunday morning. The Louisiana Office of the State Fire Marshal urges you to also use the occasion to check your smoke detectors. Chief Chad Sonnier says the office will go to great lengths to make sure everyone has a working smoke detector inside his or her home.
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This is also Halloween weekend; and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission is urging you to be extra careful on roadways. Spokesman Greg Fischer says with little ghouls and goblins walking the streets after dark Saturday night, you need to slow down and pay extra attention.