Early voting for the December 10th runoff is tomorrow and runs until Saturday, December 3rd. Secretary of State Tom Schedler expects a voter turnout between 35 to 40-percent for this election. He says the presidential election was taxing for many people, but the voter still has some important decisions to make….
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There are some precincts that only have one item on the ballot and that’s the US Senate race.

Holiday shoppers hit the stores this morning with a long shopping list to complete. But LSU marketing professor Dan Rice says for some folks, their big purchases are not gifts, but items to rebuild flooded homes…
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Rice says if the item you purchase is not 30 to 40-percent off, there’s probably a better deal somewhere else.

For many Louisiana families, it’s time to pick out that perfect Christmas tree. Washington Parish Christmas Tree Farmer Kevin Steele advises families to measure their doorways and ceilings to see who big of a tree they can fit in their house…
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The LSU Ag Center says if you purchase a pre-cut tree, gently grasp a branch and pull it toward you. If the tree is fresh, you won’t pull off many needles.

LSU running back Derrius Guice feasted on Texas A-and-M’s defense last night as he rushed for a school record 285 yards and four touchdowns as the Tigers topped the Aggies 54-39. LSU had 622 yards in total offense. Now the question is, who will coach the Tigers from here on out. Houston’s Tom Herman has emerged as the top candidate, based on media reports.

It’s one of the busiest shopping days of the year and LSU marketing professor Dan Rice says shoppers are savvier than ever thanks to technology. Rice says just because the malls are packed today, doesn’t mean that shoppers are ready to buy from that store…
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Rice says for some in Louisiana, the items purchased over the next month are not gifts, but items to replace what was lost due to flooding.

Houston Head Football Coach Tom Herman has emerged as LSU’s top coaching candidate based on media reports. Florida State’s Jimbo Fisher is reportedly staying in Tallahassee, so LSU reportedly met with Herman on Thanksgiving Day, before the Tigers went out and crushed Texas A&M 54-39.

With Thanksgiving behind us, it’s time to get ready for Christmas, and that means finding a Christmas tree…
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State Police is advising hunters to pay attention to where they leave their vehicles, or they could get a ticket. Master Trooper Scott Moreau says many hunters park their trucks along the tree line and when motorists see the vehicles on the side of the road, they often think someone needs help…
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Moreau says an emergency is the only time it’s okay to park on the side of the road or else face getting a ticket.

Many Black Friday shoppers are already in the stores looking for the best deal to help complete their shopping list. LSU Marketing Professor Dan Rice says even though online shopping continues to grow in popularity, Black Friday remains a big day for your brick and mortar stores, because they have a big advantage over the internet…
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Rumors are running rampant over who will be the next head coach at LSU. Ed Orgeron made a case for the job as the Tigers easily defeated Texas A&M 54-39 last night, despite not having four starters. Derrius Guice set the school’s single game rushing record, with 285 yards and four touchdowns. As the game was ongoing, there were reports that Houston’s Tom Herman had emerged as LSU’s top choice.

Early voting for the December 10th election begins tomorrow and runs until December 3rd. Emelie Gunn has more…
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State Police has a message for hunters. It’s illegal to park your vehicle on the side of the road or near the tree line along wooded areas of highways and interstates. Trooper Scott Moreau says it’s also dangerous to other motorists…
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Moreau says this isn’t a new problem, but prevalent during hunting season.

It’s Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Don Molino has a preview on what to expect….
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And while you’re on your phone, Secretary of State Tom Schedler encourages you to check out what’s on the ballot for your precinct for the December 10th election…
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Early voting for this election begins tomorrow and runs through next Saturday, except on Sunday, at your parish Registrar of Voters office.

LSU running back Derrius Guice feasted on the Texas A&M defense last night as he rushed for a school record 285 rushing yards and four touchdowns in the Tigers 54-39 win over the Aggies. So now the attention turns fully to the coaching search and there are reports Houston’s Tom Herman is now LSU’s top choice.

Many people will spend a part of their day looking for that perfect Christmas tree. Washington Parish Christmas Tree Farmer Kevin Steele says make sure the tree is healthy before taking it off a farm or commercial lot…
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It’s been a difficult year for those who experienced flood damage. Louisiana had two historic flooding events, one in north Louisiana in March and the other in south Louisiana in August. Denham Springs Mayor Gerard Landry says many people are thankful in his community, despite a trying time, and he urges people to reach out to those who are less fortunate….
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Governor John Bel Edwards gets to celebrate Thanksgiving in the Governor’s mansion after spending three months displaced, because of flood damage to the historic structure. Edwards encourages everyone to give thanks this holiday season, because we live in the greatest state of the greatest country on earth….
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Tonight is LSU’s final regular season game and once it is completed, the Tigers are expected to make a strong push to hire Florida State Head Coach Jimbo Fisher. But will Fisher come to LSU, football analyst Mike Detillier says LSU has better facilities, they pay their assistant coaches more and it’s easier to recruit players to Tiger Town…
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Kick-off for tonight’s game against Texas A&M is at 6:30. Kendell Beckwith and Leonard Fournette are not expected to play for the Tigers, while Aggies quarterback Trevor Knight is expected to start.

The USDA is recommending not to wash your raw turkey. Washing raw meat can spread bacteria three feet away. Louisiana Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says it’s also a good idea to cut the turkey off the bone and refrigerate within two hours of cooking.

It’s Thanksgiving, a day to relax and eat with family and friends. But for shoppers, tomorrow is the big day as stores are advertising huge discounts for Black Friday. Jill Gonzales with the personal finance website WalletHub, says there are some stores to avoid, like Sam’s Club or Costco…
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Gonzales estimates the average consumer will spend 950-dollars on gifts this holiday season.

Thanksgiving is different this year for flood victims still displaced after the August flooding. Denham Springs Mayor Gerard Landry says it’s a struggle for homeowners to find qualified workers to fix up their homes and repairs are expensive….
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Governor John Bel Edwards is spending his first Thanksgiving at the Governor’s Mansion. Edwards and his family just moved back into the historic building as they were diplaced, because of flood damage…
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Edwards’ family lived at a State Police facility in East Baton Rouge while repairs were made.

Regardeless of what happens during tonight’s LSU-Texas A&M, Tigers Athletic Director Joe Alleva is expected to make a push this weekend to hire Florida State Jimbo Fisher to be the Tigers next head coach. Football analyst Mike Detillier says after seven seasons as a head coach in Tallahassee, Fisher might be looking for a new challenge…
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Florida State’s regular season concludes Friday against Florida.

There are some stores that will open later today, but the kickoff to the busy holiday shopping season for most retailers is tomorrow, Black Friday. Jill Gonzlaes, with the personal finance website, WalletHub, says you should find good deals on jewelry, apparel, accessories and video games. But she says not everything will be discounted…
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Gonzales says some online retailers like Amazon are only offering 25-percent off.

Governor John Bel Edwards wishes Louisiana residents a happy Thanksgiving. He says despite all the challenges we’ve faced this year, we have a lot to be thankful for today and every day…..
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Edwards is spending his first Thanksgiving at the Governor’s Mansion. He just moved back in, after it sustained flood damage in August.

Flood victims are experiencing a different Thanksgiving as many are still displaced about 100 days later. Emelie Gunn has more…
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Many people in Louisiana will spend Thanksgiving night watching the LSU Tigers battle the Texas A&M Aggies in the regular season finale for both teams. Tigers star running back Leonard Fournette will not play as he did not travel with the team to College Station, because of a bad ankle. Kick-off is at 6:30.