The U.S. Senate runoffs are rapidly approaching, and today’s the last day to register to vote in that election or make changes to your voter registration. Andrew Greenstein reports.
Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”
It’s free fishing weekend in Louisiana. This Saturday and Sunday, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is not requiring a fishing license for anglers in Sportsman’s Paradise. LDWF Fisheries Outreach Biologist Joshua Porter says it’s a great opportunity to find a new summer hobby or spend time with the family.
Cut 6 (07) “…a fishing license.”
———————
The first bill Governor Jeff Landry has vetoed this year is Senate Bill 125 by Lafayette Democrat Gerald Boudreaux. It’s a bill that would have increased the maximum compensation to those who had been wrongfully incarcerated.
Cut 12 (11) “…to 600-thousand.”
In his veto letter, Landry stated, among other things, that the bill fails to ensure that the process is fair, accountable and protected against abuse, especially in light of rising costs and fewer dollars in the state budget.
The 76th Louisiana Peach Festival is this weekend in Ruston. Experience Ruston President Tori Davis says festivities began earlier in the week. Today’s a big day though as Davis says there’s something for everyone.