Houston’s Tom Herman is a top candidate to be LSU’s next head football coach. Glen Guilbeau of the USA Today Network and columnist for Tiger Rag Magazine says LSU also approached Florida State head coach Jimbo Fisher but he declined an offer that would pay him about 7 million dollars a year. He says interim head coach Ed Orgeron still remains a candidate.

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Tigers Athletic Director Joe Alleva met with Coach O earlier this morning as planned.

Tomorrow’s Powerball jackpot drawing has soared to a massive 403 million dollars. Louisiana Lottery Spokesperson Kim Chopin says this is the second year in a row we’ve seen a big jackpot during the holidays, as last year it reached 1.6 billion dollars. She says this year’s winner will be able to buy a lot of Christmas gifts.

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The cash value is 243.8 million dollars.

Small Business Saturday is tomorrow and local, independent businesses are expecting a big turnout. Spokesperson for the National Federation of Independent Businesses in Louisiana, Todd Pack, says a recent survey shows more people than ever are aware of Small Business Saturday and 62-percent of those plan to shop at small retailers.

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The survey found 63-percent of consumers are willing to spend more on items if it comes from a locally owned business.

Holiday shopping is in full swing. Executive Director of the Louisiana Retailers Association Dawn Johnson says this is  an important time for retailers that were impacted by the historic floods in March and August.

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She expects it will be a successful holiday shopping season for retailers.

Small businesses are hoping for a ton of customers tomorrow as it’s Small Business Saturday. Michelle Southern has more…
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Early voting for the December 10th runoff election beings tomorrow. The polls will be open from 8:30 am to 6 p.m until Saturday, December 3rd, except for Sunday. To find your early voting location visit Geauxvote.com. All voters will also receive the Louisiana Blue Dog I voted sticker.

 
The holiday shopping season is underway. Executive Director of the Louisiana Retailers Association, Dawn Johnson, says it’s a different kind of holiday shopping season in the Bayou State, because of the flooding that took place earlier this year…
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Johnson says they’re hopeful this is be a great holiday shopping season for Louisiana businesses.

Tomorrow’s Powerball jackpot has reached a whopping 403 million dollars. Louisiana Lottery Spokesperson Kimberly Chopin says it’s the 9th largest jackpot in Powerball history.
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Last year the jackpot reached a record 1.6 billion dollars.

The holiday shopping season is underway. Executive Director of the Louisiana Retailers Association Dawn Johnson says it’s hard for them to make predictions on the type of holiday shopping season it will be in Louisiana, because flood victims don’t have the cash on hand to buy certain kinds of gifts…
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Johnson encourages shoppers to visit a local retailer tomorrow for Small Business Saturday.

Houston’s Tom Herman has emerged as LSU’s top candidate to be the next head football coach of the Tigers. Glen Guilbeau of the USA Today Network and featured columnist for Tiger Rag Magazine says LSU representatives paid Herman a visit on Thanksgiving Day…
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Meanwhile, Herman was interviewed by ESPN this morning and said don’t believe everything you read.

Early voting for the December 10th election begins tomorrow and runs until December 3rd. Emelie Gunn has more…
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State Police are reminding hunters they could receive a ticket if they park their vehicle on the side of the road to enter wooded areas. Trooper Scott Moreau says motorists should not stop on the side of the highway unless it’s an emergency, or risk getting a ticket….
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Early voting for the December 10th runoff election begins tomorrow. Secretary of State Tom Schedler says with the holiday season upon us, it’s likely easier for people to get out and early vote…
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The US Senate race is the top item on teh ballot.

Today is Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Don Molino has more…
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After LSU’s 54-39 thrashing of Texas A-and-M, attention turns to who the Tigers will hire as their head coach. Jimbo Fisher has reportedly said no to LSU. Glen Guilbeau of the USA Today Network and featured columnist for Tiger Rag says Houston’s Tom Herman has an offer from the Tigers, but he may choose Texas instead, if they fire Charlie Strong…
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Houston plays today against Memphis.

While LSU is looking for a new coach, many families are looking for that perfect Christmas tree. Washington Parish tree farmer Kevin Steele recommends getting your tree from a Christmas Tree Farm…
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The LSU Ag Center says the Leyland Cypress is the best tree for this area. It’s longest-lasting and allergy-free.

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.