Sasol says it is no longer economical to build a 15-billion dollar gas-to-liquids plant in the Lake Charles area, because of the low price of oil and volatile marketplace. The project was announced in 2012 when the price of oil was well above 90-dollars a barrel. Sasol still plans on finishing its 11-billion dollar ethane cracker complex, which is about 80-percent done.

For many this weekend, they’ll busy putting up the outside Christmas decorations. For some it’s a big chore, but Doctor Michelle Moore with LSU Health New Orleans says studies show it can actually help improve your mood…
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Moore says the outside decorations can also help bring neighbors together and bring back happy childhood memories.

It’s the biggest shopping day of the year, but unfortunately there will be some who will take advantage of the craziness by stealing recently purchased gifts. Lt. Brennan Matherne, with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s office, says it’s important to remain vigilant of your surroundings and to do that minimize distractions…
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Some will choose to just shop online. Carson Yarbrough with Black-Friday-dot-com says there’s a certain holiday perk that most Louisiana consumers will definitiely take advantage….
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Yarbrough says the top-desired products for Louisiana shoppers on Black Friday is clothing, followed by tablets, laptops, computers and T-Vs.

It’s the biggest shopping day of the year as many stores are offering deep discounts. Internet sales are also expected to be big today and Lt. Brennan Matherne with the LaFourche Parish Sheriff’s office says when shopping on the internet, make sure the site is secured….
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A survey from BlackFriday.com finds 68-percent of Louisiana shoppers will check Amazon before looking or buying somewhere, which is higher than the national percentage of 55-percent. And retail analyst Carson Yarbrough says Bayou State buyers are not big on jewelry this year…
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Yarbrough says free shipping is also the most popular holiday perk.

Almost half of U-S adults are considered to have high blood pressure as a result of updated guidelines that have been approved on what constitutes hypertension. Tulane epidemiology professor Doctor Paul Whelton led a team that redefined the blood pressure guidelines and says it’s his hope that adults will talk with their doctor about the new guidelines, to see if lifestyle changes or medication is needed…
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Some say putting up outside Christmas decorations is a pain, but pyschologist, Doctor Michelle Moore with LSU Health New Orleans, says their are studies that show the hanging of outside lights can help bring back happy childhood memories. She says outside decorations can also help bring neighbors together…
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A new survey from BlackFriday.com shows Louisiana shoppers actually prefer buying online for Cyber Monday rather than fighting the crowds on Friday. But Retail Expert Carson Yarbrough says over 60-percent of consumers in the Bayou State still plan to catch some deals in stores today.
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Yarbrough says the survey also finds that more than 68-percent of Louisiana shoppers will check Amazon before looking or buying somewhere.

The holiday shopping season unfortunately attracts criminals. Lt. Brennan Matherne, with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s office, says be smart about parking, as you should park in well-lit, well-traveled areas and keep purchases out of sight…
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He says when shopping on the internet, be sure to make secure online transactions.

A sexual harassment claim has resulted in the resignation of an aide to Governor John Bel Edwards. Johnny Anderson resigned as Deputy Chief of Staff for Programming and Planning. Anderson told the Advocate he’s innocent, but decided to step down, so he’s not a distraction. Anderson was accused of harassment in 2007 by two Southern University employees while he served as chair of the Board of Supervisors.

New guidelines are in place for what constitutes hypertension and so now almost half of U-S adults are considered to have high blood pressure. Tulane epidemiology professor Doctor Paul Whelton led the team that redefined the blood pressure guidelines and the goal is to help patients more accurately understand the consequeences of high blood pressure, so they can addres it sooner…
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18th ranked LSU wraps up the regular season on Saturday when they host Texas A-and-M. Twenty seniors will play their final home game in an LSU uniform. Defensive lineman Christian LaCouture is one of those players
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A win and LSU can finish 6-and-2 in the SEC for the first time since 2012.

The Saints will look to improve to 9-and-2 on the season when they visit the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Both teams lead their respective divisions. And both teams are dealing with injuries at the cornerback position. Marshon Lattimore and Ken Crawley did not practice for the Saints yesterday and Kayvon Webster and Nickell Robey-Coleman were both injured in the Rams loss to the Vikings last week. Kick-off from L-A on Sunday is at 3:25.

Louisiana Tech closes out the regular season on Saturday with a home game against U-T-S-A, who has a 6-and-4 record. Bulldogs Coach Skip Holtz says the Roadrunners are outstanding on defense, which keeps them in every game…
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The Bulldogs need a win in order to be eligible for a bowl game for a fourth straight season.

It’s a 4:00 kick-off at Cajun Field on Saturday as the Ragin Cajuns host Georgia Southern. A win and U-L Lafayette moves to 6-5. ULM hosts Arkansas State. Saturday night in Ruston it’s Louisiana Tech versus UTSA. Tulane has an early 11 AM kick-off on Saturday at SMU and Saturday at 4 PM it’s the Bayou Classic as Grambling faces Southern. And there’s an F-C-S playoff game in Thibodaux as Nicholls hosts South Dakota.

BlackFriday.com surveyed Louisiana residents to see what shopping trends they are most interested in this holiday season…
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LSU closes out its regular season tomorrow against Texas A-and-M. It will be senior day as 20 seniors will play their final game in Tiger Stadium. Defensive lineman Christian LaCouture is one of them…
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Almost half of U-S adults are considered to have high blood pressure as a result of updated guidelines for what constitutes hypertension. Tulane epidemiology professor Doctor Paul Whelton led the team that redefined the blood pressure guidelines and his hope is that it leads to lifestyle changes for some patients…
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Previously, about one-third of Americans were estimated to have hypertension, which can lead to a heart attack or stroke.

Can decorating your home for Christmas improve your mood? Psychologist with LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Michelle Moore says studies show it actually can. She says putting up lights or decorating your Christmas tree brings back happy childhood memories and typically gives people a better demeanor.
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Deputy Chief of Staff for Programs and Planning for the governor’s office has stepped down after allegations of sexual harassment surfaced. Deputy Chief of Staff Richard Carbo says Johnny Anderson turned in his resignation notice yesterday, within 24-hours of first learning of the accusations. Carbo says an investigation is underway. It’s reported that this is not the first time Anderson has been accused of sexual harassment.

On his monthly call in radio show yesterday, Governor Edwards did not mention Anderson’s resignation but did comment on the recent wave of sexual misconduct allegations in politics, the workplace and in entertainment. Edwards has two daughters and says it would be painful for him if they were victims of this type of harassment. He says he’s surprised by the number of allegations made recently, including those made against TV journalist and talk show host Charlie Rose.
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There’s been a national shortage in Christmas Trees this year due to the financial recession a few years ago but that’s not stopping Louisianans from buying fresh trees. Kevin Steele of Steele’s Christmas Tree Farms near Angie in Washington Parish says after years of a stagnant economy, people are looking to go back to familar traditions and it all starts with a tree.
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Waitr, the food delivery app, is delivering more than two-thousand hot Thanksgiving meals across Louisiana and five other states. Waitr’s Director of New Market Growth Whitney Savoie says customers donated money through the app to help needy families. She says they also asked restaurants to get involved, as well.
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The Deputy Chief of Staff for Programs and Planning for the governor’s office has resigned after being accused of sexual harassment. Deputy Chief of Staff Richard Carbo says Johnny Anderson stepped down within 24 hours of the allegations surfacing.

Expect to spend more for a fresh Christmas tree this year, as the supply is down. Michelle Southern has the story….
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How do you know if you’re getting a good deal on Black Friday? LSU Marketing Professor Dan Rice says it’s important to take some time and do research the items you are looking to get before shopping.
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Black Friday is starting early in some stores and 38 retail chains plan to open today.
Governor John Bel Edwards held his monthly “Ask the Governor” show yesterday but did not say anything about the allegations made against his former Deputy Chief of Staff for Programs and Planning Johnny Anderson, but the subject of sexual harassment at work came up. Edwards says in many of these cases the common theme is a man who is in a position of power and prestige.
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Deputy Chief of Staff for Programs and Planning for Governor John Bel Edwards, Johnny Anderson, has resigned after allegations of sexual harassment surfaced. Deputy Chief of Staff Richard Carbo says the investigation continues and Anderson left his position within 24 hours of the allegations.

On the Governor’s monthly call in radio show, Edwards addressed the recent wave of sexual misconduct allegations in politics, entertainment and in the workplace. Edwards hopes this discussion will result in H-R departments implementing solid policies that will help victims of sexual harassment come forward.
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Anderson has been accused of sexual harassment in the past, while working as the chairman of the Southern University Board of Supervisors, according to a report by WAFB-TV.

What electorinic items are a good buy this holiday season?
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The food delivery app Waitr has begun delivering two-thousand hot Thanksgiving meals across Louisiana and 5 other states. The app’s Director of New Market Growth Whitney Savoie says CEO Chris Meaux wanted a unique way to help the less fortunate.
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Johnny Anderson is out as Deputy Chief of Staff for Programs and Planning in the governor’s office over allegations of sexual harrassment. Deputy Chief of Staff Richrd Carbo says Anderson resigned within 24 hours of the allegations coming to the surface and the investigation continues.

A Caddo Parish man is back with his family after he was detained by Guatemalan authorities in March. Emelie Gunn has the story…
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In some cases, Black Friday starts today, as dozens of stores will open to kick off the holiday shopping season. LSU Marketing Professor Dan Rice says brick and mortar stores are feeling the pinch due to increasing internet sales, but they are putting up a fight…
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It’s also time to buy that fresh Christmas tree. Gray Anderson of Grant Christmas Tree Farm and Syrup Mill in Allen Parish says keep the tree well moisturized once you get it home…
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It was a cold start to the morning. A record low was set at Alexandria International Airport as the thermometer hit 27-degrees, breaking the record of 28-degrees set in 1898.