Monthly Archives: September 2017

09.25.17
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LRN AM Newscall September 26

There’s yet another reality show with northeast Louisiana ties that is quickly becoming the latest TV craze. Jeff Palermo reports…:

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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Baton Rouge Rep. Ted James strongly disagrees with a fellow lawmaker who wants to cut state tax dollars to the New Orleans Saints. Emelie Gunn has more…

Cut 2 (29) “I’m Emelie Gunn”

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Louisiana ranks third in the country in the rate of women who are murdered by men. Michael Farrar gets reaction from the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence…

Cut 3 (30) “I’m Michael Farrar”

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There’s yet another reality show with northeast Louisiana ties that is quickly becoming the latest TV craze. Rednecks 4 Hire follows three men who do nasty jobs that nobody else wants to deal with. David Yelton says he and Mike Myers and Kevin Dodd will do almost anything…:

Cut 4  (08) “”beaver damns”

Yelton says the three of them know each other from church, and decided to work together to help people out. He says everything you see on the show actually happened the exact way it’s presented…:

Cut 5  (05)  “no way to script it”

Yelton says so far they’ve filmed 6 episodes which air on the CW at 6:30am on Saturdays, and 12:30pm on Sundays. You can also like Rednecks 4 Hire on Facebook, and watch the show through their YouTube Channel. Yelton says people like it most when he gets hurt….:

Cut 6 (11) “filming the whole thing”

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Congressman Clay Higgins is another lawmaker voicing his disapproval of NFL players refusing to stand during the national anthem. Higgins says growing up, football season was always something he looked forward to and found it grounding in times of instability. But he says now it’s sickening to watch.

Cut 7 (08)  “America”

Higgins says there was a time when the NFL was patriotic but he says this group of players has hurt what the NFL once stood for.

Cut 8 (11) “my field”

Higgins says these athletes have the right to disrespect the national anthem and he has the right to turn off the TV.

Cut 9 (11)  “to me”

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Baton Rouge Representative Ted James says fellow House member Kenny Havard is wrong to suggest that the state should stop providing tax dollars to the Saints because they had players who did not stand for the national anthem. James says Havard must have forgotten that legislators take an oath to uphold the constitution and that violates the first amendment.

Cut 10 (09)  “black athletes”

In the 2016 legislative session, Havard was in hot water after he made a joke suggesting strippers should weigh under 160 pounds and be young. James hopes Havard is only seeking attention because it’s obvious the protesting athletes are not disrespecting our military. He says he welcomes a discussion if the lawmaker genuinely wants to talk about incentives and address the deficit problems in our state.

Cut 11 (10) “approach it”

James hopes this is just grandstanding and suspects Havard is not alone with this sentiment.

Cut 12 (11) “the table”

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Once again Louisiana ranks in the top five for the rate of women who are murdered by men. The Violence Policy Center looked at the latest data available, which is 2015, and found the rate in Louisiana is double the national average and the Bayou State has the third highest rating in the country. Executive director of the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Mariah Wineski, says the report saddens her

Cut 13 (09) “this data”

Wineski says one factor is inadequate funding for domestic violence services, for those seeking immediate safety….

Cut 14 (09) “our state”

Wineski says another factor is easy firearm access for abusers. She says state and federal law prohibit many abusers from possessing firearms, but Louisiana lacks any consistent process for actually implementing these prohibitions

Cut 15 (09) “their guns”

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25th ranked LSU continues preparations today for its final nonconference game of the year as the Tigers will host Troy on Saturday night. Last week, LSU focused on not committing penalties and they only had three called against in the Syracuse game. Head Coach Ed Orgeron says they look to get more consistent on offense this week…

Cut 16  (24)  “this week”

The Tigers had trouble protecting their quarterbacks last Saturday as Syracuse did a good job of pressuring Danny Etling and Myles Brennan. Orgeron says the offensive line can’t get beat in one-on-one battles…

Cut 17 (12)  “one on ones” 

Coach “O” says expect to see true freshman Myles Brennan continue to get snaps while the game is still on line. Brennan played three series in the Syracuse game and guided the team on a touchdown and threw an interception in another. Etling says it’s important he stays in a rhythem and have the proper mindset…

Cut 18 (09) “supposed to do” 

Etling threw two touchdown passes last week to Drake Davis and Stephen Sullivan. The Q-B says these are two wide receivers who should keep getting better as the season goes along…

Cut 19 (20)   and learn“

09.25.17
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18:30 LRN Newscast September 25

Ten Saints players sat on the bench during the national anthem prior to the team’s win over Carolina, now a state lawmaker says it’s time for Louisiana to stop giving the professional franchise taxpayer dollars. St. Francisville Representative Kenny Havard says these players have a right to protest, but they should not do it during the anthem….
cut 7 (10) “….for that”
The Saints receive millions of dollars in tax dollars, exemptions and credits.

Dozens of NFL players didn’t stand during the anthem following comments made by President Donald Trump at a rally in Alabama. Mr. Trump said the NFL should fire players who sit or knee during the anthem. Saints QB Drew Brees disagrees with the President….

Cut 4 (09) “…disappointed a lot of people”

But Brees wishes the protests for social inequality didn’t involve sitting during the anthem.

A 10-year-old was killed and a teenager was injured in a shooting that happened last night in Lake Charles. Deputy Chief Mark Kraus says this is not a case where two children were playing with a gun and it accidentally discharged. He says someone shot these kids….

Cut 13 (09) “…some arrests”

The 10-year-old child that died is Jaylyn Citizen and the 17-year-old is in stable condition, after undergoing surgery.

On the US House floor, US Representative Ralph Abraham praised six Winnfield high school football players who served as a pallbeares for a World War II veteran, who did not have any living family members. Abraham says the students actions speak volumes….

cut 16 (10) “…without question”
The veteran who died is 93-year-old Thomas Hunter.

09.25.17
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17:30 LRN Newscast September 25

Saints Q-B Drew Brees and Coach Sean Payton respond to the president’s comments regarding NFL players who do not stand for the national anthem…

Voicer 1 (29) “I’m Michelle Southern”

A lawmaker wants to cut state tax dollars for the Saints after some players didn’t stand during the national anthem during Sunday’s game. St. Francisville Representative Kenny Havard also points out the state rents office space in the Benson Tower at an expensive price…:

Cut 8 (08) “the state”

State Police say a 7 year old was killed in a single vehicle crash in St. Charles parish.  Trooper Melissa Matey says they believe the driver, 32 year old Islam Ezzo was impaired when he ran off of the roadway.

Cut 9        (08)      “…later died.”

State Police say the child was not properly restrained.

Lake Charles Police are investigating a shooting Sunday evening that killed a 10-year-old and seriously injured a 17-year-old. Deputy Chief Mark Kraus says police are actively searching for a suspect or suspects. He says it was a grim scene when they responded to the call…:

Cut 12 (10) “he received”
The 10-year-old who died was Jaylyn Citizen of Lake Charles.

09.25.17
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16:45 LRN Sportscast September 25

A Louisiana lawmaker would like to cut state tax dollars for the New Orleans Saints after multiple players didn’t stand during the national anthem during yesterday’s game. St. Francisville Rep. Kenny Havard says they have looked at cutting funding to the Saints in the past. He says the state also rents office space in Benson Tower for an extremely expensive price…:
Cut 8 (08) “the state”

President Donald Trump said Friday that owners should fire players who don’t stand for the anthem. Saints Quarterback Drew Brees says he disagrees with what the president said…:
Cut 4 (09) “disappointed a lot of people”
But Brees said he would never sit for the anthem. Some fans are posting pictures on social media of black and gold memorabilia on fire.

LSU Head Coach Ed Orgeron does not expect star running back Derius Guice will play in Saturday’s home game against Troy. But then again, he said last week that Guice wouldn’t play against Syracuse and Guice still got eight carries and scored a touchdown.

Coach “O” said senior safety Ed Paris will miss the rest of the season with a knee injury and he’s hopeful Paris will get a medical redshirt, so he can return to the Tigers next year. Also, defensive end Rashard Lawrence re-aggravated his injury and will likely miss Saturday’s Troy game.

ULM Head Football Coach Matt Viator says Caleb Evans will be his starting quarterback when the Warhawks hosts Coastal Carolina this Saturday. Evans won Sun Belt Conference Player of the Week honors for his performance in the double overtime victory over the Cajuns. Evans accounted for 472 total yards and six touchdowns.

In the FCS Coaches poll….Grambling State has moved up three spots to number 19. McNeese State is ranked 25th after defeating Houston Baptist.

09.25.17
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16:30 LRN Newscast September 25

A Louisiana lawmaker would like the state to stop giving the Saints public dollars after several players didn’t stand during the national anthem yesterday. St. Francisville Rep. Kenny Havard says Louisiana has made dramatic cuts to departments across the board and now is the perfect time to redistribute money given to a sports franchise that is not grateful.
Cut 6 (09) “…appreciated’
The Saints receive millions of dollars from the state as part of its lease agreement with the Superdome.

Several Saints players sat on the bench during the anthem, after President Donald Trump said players who didn’t stand during the national anthem should be fired. New Orleans Head Coach Sean Payton is disappointed in Mr. Trump’s statements…
Cut 3 (08) …that’s how I feel”
The President says the issue of kneeling has nothing to do with race, it’s about respecting our country, flag and National Anthem.

A 32-year-old Hahnville man faces several charges, including vehicular homicide, after he was allegedly driving impaired in a rollover wreck that killed a seven-year-old girl in St. Charles Parish. State Trooper Melissa Matey says this is a very tragic crash….
cut 11 (11) “..poor choice”
The driver, Islam Ezzo, also suffered serious injuries.

Six Winnfield Senior High School students were recognized on the House floor by Congressman Ralph Abraham after serving as pallbearers for a World War II veteran. 93-year-old Thomas Hunter had no close family so the football players stepped up after learning about the situation. Abraham says this is an inspiring story about a community rallying to honor a hero…:
Cut 14 (10) “so deserved”

09.25.17
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15:30 LRN Newscast September 25

St. Francisville Representative Kenny Havard wants to cut state funding to the Saints after multiple players did not stand during the national anthem…

Voicer 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo

US Representative Ralph Abraham praised six members of the Winnfield High School football team for serving as pallbearers for a World War Two vet, didn’t have any close family members still alive…

Cut 15 (09) “…great nation”

The vet who died was identified as 93-year-old Thomas Hunter.

A 10-year-old was killed and a teenager was injured in a shooting that happened last night in Lake Charles. Deputy Chief Mark Kraus says this is not a case where two children were playing with a gun and it accidentally discharged. He says someone shot these kids….

Cut 13 (09) “…some arrests”

The 10-year-old child that died is Jaylyn Citizen and the 17-year-old is in stable condition, after undergoing surgery.

State Police say a 7-year-old was killed Sunday in a single vehicle crash in St. Charles Parish. Trooper Melissa Matey says they believe the driver, 32-year-old Islam Ezzo of Hahnville was impaired, and the child was not properly restrained:

Cut 10 (10) “height and weight”
7 year old Alina Ezzo of Luling died at St. Charles Hospital. Islam Ezzo faces many charges including Vehicular Homicide.

09.25.17
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LRN Newscast 14:30 September 25

Ten Saints players sat on the bench during the national anthem prior to the team’s win over Carolina, now a state lawmaker says it’s time for Louisiana to stop giving the professional franchise taxpayer dollars. St. Francisville Representative Kenny Havard says these players have a right to protest, but they should not do it during the anthem….
cut 7 (10) “….for that”
The Saints receive millions of dollars in tax dollars, exemptions and credits.

A 32-year-old Hahnville man faces several charges, including vehicular homicide, after he was allegedly driving impaired in a rollover wreck that killed a seven-year-old girl in St. Charles Parish. State Trooper Melissa Matey says this is a very tragic crash….
cut 11 (11) “..poor choice”
The driver, Islam Ezzo, also suffered serious injuries.

Saints Q-B Drew Brees and Coach Sean Payton respond to the president’s comments regarding NFL players who do not stand for the national anthem…
Voicer 1 (29) “I’m Michelle Southern”

On the US House floor, US Representative Ralph Abraham praised six Winnfield high school football players who served as a pallbeares for a World War II veteran, who did not have any living family members. Abraham says the students actions speak volumes….
cut 16 (10) “…without question”
The veteran who died is 93-year-old Thomas Hunter.

09.25.17
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LRN PM Newscall September 25

Saints Quarterback Drew Brees and Coach Sean Payton responded to the president’s comments regarding players who do not stand during the national anthem. Michelle Southern reports…:

Cut 1 (29) “I’m Michelle Southern”

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St. Francisville Representative Kenny Havard wants to cut state funding to the New Orleans Saints after multiple players did not kneel during the national anthem. Jeff Palermo has more…

Cut 2 (31) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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Following the Panthers game, Saints Quarterback Drew Brees and Coach Sean Payton each responded to President Donald Trump’s comments regarding players who do not stand during the national anthem. The President said owners should, “get that son of a b” off the field, and fire those who protest racial inequality in that way. Payton is disappointed in Mr. Trump’s position…:

Cut 3 (08) “that’s how I feel”

Payton applauded members of his team for standing up for what they believed in, as a handful decided to sit during the national anthem Sunday. This is upsetting some fans who are now calling for a boycott of the team. Brees says he disagrees with what the president said…:

Cut 4  (09) “disappointed a lot of people”

Some fans are posting pictures on social media of black and gold memorabilia on fire, and others changing their profile picture to the Saints and NFL logos upside down, or crossed out. Brees agrees there is plenty of inequality in this country…

Cut 5  (09)  “for our country”

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A Louisiana lawmaker would like to cut state tax dollars for the New Orleans Saints after multiple players didn’t stand during the national anthem during yesterday’s game. St. Francisville Rep. Kenny Havard says Louisiana has made dramatic cuts to departments across the board and now is the perfect time to redistribute the money given to an organization that is not grateful.

Cut 6 (09)  “appreciated “

Havard says he supports the first amendment fully and believes these players do have a right to protest, but they should not do it during the anthem.

Cut 7 (10)  “for that”

According to a story by Forbes Magazine in 2015, the Saints will receive 392 million dollars in state subsidies through 2025. Havard says they have looked at cutting funding to the Saints in the past. He says the state also rents office space in Benson Tower for an extremely expensive price…

Cut 8 (08) “the state”

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State Police say a 7-year-old was killed Sunday in a single vehicle crash in St. Charles Parish. Trooper Melissa Matey says they believe the driver, 32-year-old Islam Ezzo of Hahnville was impaired when he ran off the road…:

Cut 9 (08)  “later died”

Ezzo is charged with Vehicular Homicide, Vehicular Negligent Injuring and Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle. Additional charges may be forthcoming. Matey says the child was not properly restrained…:

Cut 10 (10) “height and weight”

7 year old Alina Ezzo of Luling was transported to St. Charles Hospital and pronounced deceased. Islam Ezzo was transported to University Medical Center with serious injuries. Matey says this is a very tragic crash…:

Cut 11 (11) “made a poor choice”

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Lake Charles Police are investigating a shooting that occurred last night that left a 10-year-old dead and a 17-year-old injured. Deputy Chief Mark Kraus says police are actively searching for a suspect or suspects. He says authorities discovered a grim scene when they responded to the call.

Cut 12 (10) “what happened” 

The 10-year-old has been identified as Jaylyn Citizen of Lake Charles. Kraus says the 17-year-old underwent surgery at a local hospital. He says this isn’t a case where two children were playing with a gun and it accidentally went off, this was an intentional shooting.

Cut 13 (09)  “some arrests”

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Six Winnfield Senior High School students were recognized on the House floor by Congressman Ralph Abraham after serving as pallbearers for a World War II veteran. 93-year-old Thomas Hunter had no close family so the football players stepped up after learning about the situation. Abraham says this is an inspiring story about a community rallying to honor a hero.

Cut 14 (10) “so deserved”

Hunter outlived all of his siblings and was never married or had children. Abraham says it’s a privilege to represent this rural North-Central Louisiana community.

Cut 15 (09) “great nation”

Abraham hopes other people in the country learn from the example set by these young men. He says their actions speak volumes of what is truly important in our community.

Cut 16  (10)  “without question”

09.25.17
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13:30 Newscast, September 25th, 2017

A Louisiana lawmaker would like to cut state tax dollars for the New Orleans Saints after multiple players didn’t stand during the national anthem during yesterday’s game. St. Francisville Rep. Kenny Havard says they have looked at cutting funding to the Saints in the past. He says the state also rents office space in Benson Tower for an extremely expensive price…:
Cut 8 (08) “the state”

President Donald Trump said Friday that owners should fire players who don’t stand for the anthem, and he called them sons of bs. Saints Quarterback Drew Brees says he disagrees with what the president said…:
Cut 4 (09) “disappointed a lot of people”
But Brees said he would never sit for the anthem. Some fans are posting pictures on social media of black and gold memorabilia on fire.

Lake Charles Police are investigating a shooting that occurred last night that left a 10-year-old dead and a 17-year-old injured. Deputy Chief Mark Kraus says police are actively searching for a suspect or suspects. He says authorities discovered a grim scene when they responded to the call…:
Cut 12 (10) “he received”
The 10-year-old has been identified as Jaylyn Citizen of Lake Charles.

Six Winnfield Senior High School students were recognized on the House floor by Congressman Ralph Abraham after serving as pallbearers for a World War II veteran. 93-year-old Thomas Hunter had no close family so the football players stepped up after learning about the situation. Abraham says this is an inspiring story about a community rallying to honor a hero…:
Cut 14 (10) “so deserved”

 

09.25.17
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12:30 Newscast, September 25th, 2017

St. Francisville Representative Kenny Havard wants to cut state funding to the New Orleans Saints after multiple players did not kneel during the national anthem. Jeff Palermo has more…:
Cut 2 (31) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

President Donald Trump said NFL owners should fire players who protest during the national anthem. Quarterback Drew Brees doesn’t agree with the President, but believes you should stand during the national anthem…
cut 5 (09) “for our country”

State Police say a 7-year-old was killed Sunday in a single vehicle crash in St. Charles Parish. Trooper Melissa Matey says they believe the driver, 32-year-old Islam Ezzo of Hahnville was impaired, and the child was not properly restrained:
Cut 10 (10) “height and weight”
7 year old Alina Ezzo of Luling was transported to St. Charles Hospital and pronounced deceased. Islam Ezzo faces many charges including Vehicular Homicide.

LSU has announced the game time for the away Florida game on October 7th. The Gators and Tigers will kickoff in The Swamp at 2:30pm central time on CBS.