According to a new poll from the Glascock Group out of Pineville, US Representative Vance McAllister’s challengers are within single digits in the 5th District Congressional race. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says the race is wide open…

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The survey shows McAllister at 27 percent, Democratic Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo at 21 percent, and Republican Ralph Abraham at 18 percent.

The Louisiana Department of Education has released the “High School Student Planning Guidebook”. The comprehensive guide details policies and programs of “Louisiana Believes”. Assistant Superintendent for the Office of Content, Ken Bradford, says the guide references their statewide Counselor Assistance Center…

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The guide can be found at louisianabelieves-dot-com.

Tuesday Baton Rouge Mayor President Kip Holden criticized Governor Bobby Jindal for going to the Mexico border to discuss safety issues there. The Governors office issued a statement last night in response saying they believe the Mayor is wrong and that an unsecured border with Mexico does have an impact in Louisiana with the potential of gangs and drugs coming here. Jindal added it is shortsighted of Holden to say that illegal immigrants and an unsecured border do not have an impact on Louisiana.

Top officials with Cleco are expected to appear today at the Public Service Commission meeting to answer questions regarding a possible sale of the utility company. Commissioner Eric Skrmetta says they think there are some companies that believe Cleco is a powerful asset…

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He says the public utility company can do whatever they want, but it must be approved by the PSC.

The Louisiana Department of Education has released a guide for parents and school personnel, detailing pathways to opportunities for students after high school. Assistant Superintendent for the Office of Content, Ken Bradford, says this will be helpful tool whether a student wants to go to a four-year university or community college…:
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You can get the guide at louisianabelieves.com.

Crape myrtles in Louisiana are under attack from a new invasive species. Crape myrtle barkscales, the invasive bug, are infesting trees across north Louisiana, and feeding off of the popular summer flowering tree. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Allen Owings says the bug is tough to control and even seems to be resistant to weather…:
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Owings says gardeners should look for the signs of a barkscale infection.

Top officials with Cleco are expected to appear today at the Public Service Commission meeting to answer questions regarding a possible sale of the utility company. Commissioner Eric Skrmetta says if Cleco wants to sell the PSC needs to make sure customers and employees won’t be affected. He says they’ve heard there are several parties interested in acquiring the company…:
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He says Cleco is a public utility and they can do whatever they want, but it would have to be approved by the PSC.

According to a new poll, US Representative Vance McAllister’s challengers are within single digits in the race for the 5th congressional seat. ULM Political science professor Joshua Stockley says he’ll have to overcome a number of issues…:
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A new poll shows incumbent Vance McAllister in a very competitive race for the 5th congressional district seat. Jeff Palermo has more.
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We’re inching closer to the $3.20 mark at the pump that analysts have been predicting. Statewide the average price for a gallon of regular is now $3.29 according to the American Automobile Association. That’s down 6 cents from last week and almost 20 cents from this time last month.

Crape myrtles in Louisiana are under attack from a new invasive species. Crape myrtle barkscales, the invasive bug, are infesting trees across north Louisiana, and feeding off of the popular summer flowering tree. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Allen Owings says the bug first arrived from overseas…:
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He says the bugs don’t pose an imminent threat to the life of the trees, but given time, could severely weaken their flowering output and vibrancy.

Top officials with Cleco are expected to appear today at the Public Service Commission meeting to answer questions regarding a possible sale of the utility company. Commissioner Eric Skrmetta says if Cleco is considering a sale, he just wants to be sure of two things…:
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Skrmetta says Cleco is a public utility and they can do whatever they want, but it has to be approved by the PSC.

According to a new poll, US Representative Vance McAllister’s challengers are within single digits in the race for the 5th congressional seat. Monroe Mayor Jamie is the only announced Democrat in the ace but ULM political science professor Joshua Stockley says the Glascock survey indicated he has some work to do to make the runoff…:
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The poll shows McAllister at 27 percent, with Mayo at 21 percent and Republican Ralph Abraham at 18 percent.

On Tuesday Baton Rouge Mayor President Kip Holden criticized Governor Bobby Jindal for going to the Mexico border to discuss safety issues there. The Governors office issued a statement last night in response saying they believe the Mayor is wrong and that an unsecured border in Mexico does have an impact in Louisiana with the potential of gangs and drugs coming here. Jindal added it is shortsighted of Holden to say that illegal immigrants and an unsecured border don’t have an impact on Louisiana.

The Louisiana Department of Education has released the “High School Student Planning Guidebook: A Path to Prosperity for Every Student”. Eric Gill reports…:
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A woman from Rayne whose four children perished in a mobile home fire while she was out at a Church Point nightclub in 2012 has been sentenced to eight years in prison with no benefit of probation or parole. Shaqueta McDade pleaded no contest to four counts of negligent homicide. All of the children were under the age of eight.

According to a new poll, US Representative Vance McAllister’s challengers are within single digits in the race for the 5th congressional seat. The survey, conducted by Glascock, shows McAllister at 27 percent, Democrat Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo at 21 percent and Republican Ralph Abraham at 18 percent. ULM political science professor Joshua Stockley says the race is wide open…:
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The Louisiana Department of Education has released a comprehensive guide for parents and school personnel, detailing opportunities for students after high school. Assistant Superintendent for the Office of Content, Ken Bradford, says the “High School Student Planning Guidebook” is divided into five chapters…:
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You can find the it at louisianabelieves.com.

An invasive species is threatening one of Louisiana’s most popular trees. Matthew Doyle has more…:
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The New Orleans Police Department released a statement Tuesday announcing that yet another officer has been placed on emergency suspension without pay. Officer David Aranda was allegedly driving drunk over the weekend.

Democratic incumbent Senator Mary Landrieu agrees to participate in four televised debates before the November fourth election. The first one will be in New Orleans October second. UL-Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says debates usually don’t help a candidate, but they can sometimes have negative consequences…

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No word if Republican challenger Bill Cassidy will participate, while Tea Party candidate Rob Maness says he’ll be at the first three for sure.

Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden criticizes Governor Jindal’s trip to the US-Mexico border. After the trip, the governor blamed the Obama administration for not doing more to keep illegal immigrants out of the US. Holden, who plans to run for Lieutenant Governor, says Jindal should worry about Louisiana’s issues…

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Holden made his comments on the Jim Engster Show on WRKF.

The Plaquemine Parish Sheriff’s office says they are investigating an industrial incident at Daybrook Fisheries in which two men, 28-year-old Manuel Hernandez and 30-year-old Raymond Carrasgquillo, got trapped in some equipment. Spokesman Commander Eric Becnel says each man had severe mangling to their legs as the drum they were trapped in was similar to a huge washing machine with blades…

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Both men remain hospitalized in stable condition.

Flying Tiger Aviation, a flight school based in northeast Louisiana, has announced a massive expansion that will create a contemporary flight training center at the Bastrop airport for aerial applications in agriculture and other industries. Owner Mo Rolfs says the expansion project will create 21 new direct jobs and retain 14 existing jobs…

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He says his company will construct more hangar space and expand the tarmac at the Bastrop airport.

US Senator Mary Landrieu agrees to four televised debates against her republican opponents before the November fourth election. Jeff Palermo has the story…
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A Rayne woman has been sentenced for 8 years without parole for deaths of 4 of her children in a home fire, while she was out “clubbing” in 2012. Shequela McDade was charged with four counts of negligent homicide for each child, all under the age of eight.
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Governor Bobby Jindal’s trip to the US-Mexico border with a Louisiana delegation is getting some criticism today. On the Jim Engster Show on WRKF, Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden said he doesn’t understand why the Louisiana governor would visit an area thousands of miles away…:
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Holden is a democratic candidate for Lt. Governor.

A flight school based in northeast Louisiana, has announced a massive expansion that will create a contemporary flight training center for aerial applications in agriculture and other industries. Flying Tiger Aviation Owner Mo Rolfs says their school has grown so much, they needed to expand and there is already a training facility at the Bastrop airport…:
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And already more growth with more jobs.

Democratic incumbent Senator Mary Landrieu has agreed to participate in four televised debates before the November election. UL Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says debates can educate the voter, but they have little impact on the election…:
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But for those who will, the first one will be October 2nd.

Following his trip to the US Mexican border, Governor Bobby Jindal lashed out at the Obama administration last night for not doing enough to stop illegal immigration. But Baton Rouge Mayor – and Louisiana Lt. Governor candidate – Kip Holden says the governor needs to place his focus on Louisiana problems, rather than the U.s.-Mexico border…:
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Holden made those comments today on the Jim Engster talk show on WRKF.
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The Plaquemine Parish Sheriff’s office says they are investigating an industrial incident where two men got trapped into some equipment which caused extensive damage to their legs. Spokesman Commander Eric Becnel says deputies responded to the scene around 6pm yesterday afternoon…:
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The injured are 28 year-old Manuel Hernandez of Harvey and 30 year-old Raymond Carrasquillo (Car rus KEE oh) of Terrytown.

The Louisiana Department of Economic Development says there’s over a couple of dozen jobs headed to northeast Louisiana, as Flying Tiger Aviation flight school is planning a massive expansion. Owner Mo Rolfs says the growth is coming because of all of the speciaty programs they offer…
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They already have a training facility at the Bastrop airport.

Saints owner Tom Benson was taken to a hospital in West Virginia during practice today. Michelle Southern has that…:
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The former police chief of Brusly, pleaded not guilty to felony charges this morning. Jamie Whaley is charged with 2 counts of forgery, theft and malfeasance in office following an investigation by the Louisiana Inspector General and FBI. (He is accused of giving seven town-owned guns to a firearms dealer, forging signatures on two Brusly city checks and cashing out $600.
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Not everyone is happy about the governor leaving the state to visit the US Mexican border. Today Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden – who is also a candidate for Lt. Governor- says Bobby Jindal should be more concerned about Louisiana issues…:
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Holden made those comments today on the Jim Engster show on WRKF.

Senator Mary Landrieu has agreed to 4 televised debates against Republcan Congressman Bill Cassidy and Tea Party candidate Rob Maness. The first on is scheduled in New Orleans on October 2nd. So who will do the best?
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That’s U-L-L Political Science Professor Pearson Cross.

US Senator Mary Landrieu agrees to four televised debates against her republican opponents before the November fourth election. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Authorities have arrested a West Monroe man for possession of pornography involving juveniles. A joint investigation with the Louisiana State Police, the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office, and the FBI lead to the arrest of 44-year-old Robert Scott. Scott admitted to downloading child pornography for the last five years. He was booked into the Ouachita Parish Correctional Facility.

Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden criticizes Governor Jinda’s trip to the US-Mexico border. Holden made the comments as a guest on the Jim Engster Show on WRKF. He doesn’t understand why the governor would visit an area thousands of miles away when Louisiana has its own problems…

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Holden, who plans to run for Lieutenant Governor, says Jindal should worry about Louisiana’s issues.

Flying Tiger Aviation, a flight school based in northeast Louisiana, has announced a massive expansion that will create a contemporary flight training center at the Bastrop airport for aerial applications in agriculture and other industries. Owner Mo Rolfs says the expansion project will create 21 new direct jobs and retain 14 existing jobs…

cut 10 (09) “and aerial application”

He says the company will construct more hangar space and expand the tarmac at the Bastrop airport.