8:30 LRN Newscast

U-S Senator John Kennedy is seeking re-election in 2028, but is he eyeing an even higher office? While speaking on Friday at the New Hampshire Institute of Politics. Kennedy said his donors have approached him about running for President and he has not ruled out the idea. Political analyst Ron Faucheux says Kennedy would be an interesting Republican Presidential candidate because of his way with words…

Cut 10 (08) “…a lot of people.”

Littering is not a laughing matter, but the Lieutenant Governor’s Office announces more than 50 litter citations have been issued in the last few months. Susan Russell is the executive director of Keep Louisiana Beautiful and says if you see someone littering call 855-LA-Litter or you can report it online through the Keep Louisiana Beautiful website…

Cut 9 (08) “…we’ll enforce it”

 

Louisiana has climbed seven spots to number 19 for the Best States for Military Retirees. Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Charlton Meginley says it’s great to have military retirees in your state, because they remain active after they are done with the military. Meglinley says according to the V-A Annual benefits report, there was a 9-point-5 percent increase in Louisiana’s veterans using their education benefits…

Cut 5 (10) “…percent increase”

McNeese athletics has secured federal trademark registration for Bayou Bandits. It’s a name that has defined McNeese men’s basketball during this run of three straight Southland titles. Sports Information director Matthew Bonnette says securing the trademark and protecting the identity they’ve been working to build has been a goal for a while….

Cut 15 (10) “…that to happen”