LSU sets a new record in academic quality for its most accomplished freshman class in the university’s history. Assistant Vice President and Director of Admissions Daniel Barrow says the class has an all-time high median GPA of 3.78 and an ACT composite of 25.5.
Cut 11 (07) “…and the world.”
The freshman class is made up of 68 percent Louisiana residents.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is asking deer hunters in Franklin, Madison and Tensas parishes to submit samples to test for Chronic Wasting Disease or CWD. LDWF Deer Program Manager Jonathan Bordelon says there are a list of locations on their website and at each location signage and instructions on how to submit a sample.
Cut 3 (07) “…later time.”
CWD is fatal to deer and the department is hoping to track the disease by having hunters submit samples.

A shelter task force from the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services and an all-hazard incident management team from the State Fire Marshal’s Office are in Florida. State Fire Marshal Dan Wallis says their team can assist in a variety of recovery efforts.
Cut 7 (09) “…shelters.”
Emergency Preparedness Director with DCFS Ricky Montet (Mon-tay) says three staff members are in Tallahassee and from there they will be deployed to assist with shelters in Florida.
Cut 8 (10) “…up to 25-hundred.”
Montet says it’s not the first time a shelter task force has aided in Florida, they were in Florida in 2018 for Hurricane Michael.

It’s doubtful that Saints quarterback Jameis Winston will play Sunday against the Vikings in London, He missed practice again for a third straight day and receiver Michael Thomas is out with a toe injury. Andy Dalton is expected to take the helm at QB, and Taysom Hill will serve as backup.

Union Parish Running Back Trey Holly is the new leading rusher in Louisiana High School Football history. Kace Kieschnick reports.

Cut 3 (32) “…Franklin Parish.”

The Council for A Better Louisiana (CABL) has canceled its scheduled October 20^th U.S. Senate debate, which would have pitted incumbent Republican Senator John Kennedy against Democrat challengers Luke Mixon and Gary Chambers. CABL President Barry Erwin says it’s important for candidates to take part in televised forums…:

Cut 4 (09)  “…we’re disappointed.”

Kennedy’s campaign won’t commit to a date.

A three-member shelter task force from the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services is in Florida providing support after Hurricane Ian. Emergency Preparedness Director with DCFS Ricky Montet says the initial request is for two weeks and it’s part of the Emergency Management Assistance Compact or EMAC.

Cut 9 (06)  “…assist them.”

Louisiana continues to send resources to Florida in response to Hurricane Ida. Department of Children and Family Services emergency preparedness director Ricky Montet is part of a team from DCFS helping to set up shelters in Florida…
cut 8 (10) “….up to 25-hundred”
An all-hazard incicement management team from the State Fire Marshal’s office is also in Florida. State Fire Marshal Dan Wallis says other states have come to Louisiana’s aid the last two years and for the 2016 flood, so it was time to return the favor.
Cut 10 (08) “…needed to do.”
Wallis says depending on Florida’s needs more personnel and equipment could be deployed.

The Council for a Better Louisiana has canceled its scheduled October 20th U-S Senate debate because Republican incumbent John Kennedy would not commit to attending. CABL President Barry Erwin hopes Kennedy and his challengers will participate in at least one forum before the November 8th election…
cut 5 (11) “…to say”
In a USA Today Network story, Democratic Challenger Gary Chambers calls Kennedy a chicken.

LSU says it’s freshman class has set a record for academic quality, with an all-time high median GPA of 3.78 and an ACT composite of 25.5. Director of Admissions Daniel Barrow says this year’s freshman’s class enrollment of 7,367 actually surpasses last year’s record of enrollment by about 300…
cut 13 (07) “…talented class”

LSU freshmen have bragging rights as the school’s most academically accomplished class in history.
Cut 2 (31) “….I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The Wall Street Journal reports lumber prices have returned to pre-pandemic levels. Scott Poole, Chief Operating Officer at Alexandria-based wood manufacturer Roy O. Martin, says higher interest rates have slowed new home construction, therefore demand for lumber is down…
cut 23 (03) “…economics 101″

The Council for a Better Louisiana has canceled its October 20th U-S Senate debate, because Republican incumbent John Kennedy would not commit to that date. CABL President Barry Erwin says live televised debates give voters a better idea at who the candidates really are, because they are un-rehearsed. But He says more political candidates are becoming reluctant to take part…:
Cut 6 (11) “…in a live debate.”

Union Parish running back and LSU commit Trey Holly is the new all-time leading rusher in Louisiana High School Football history. Holly broke former University High and ex LSU running back Nick Brosette’s record last Friday. Holly told Tiger Rag Radio he has a special relationship with Brosette…
cut 14 (15) “…brother to me”
Holly has 8,708 rushing yards and now his goal is to get to ten-thousand.

A shelter task force from the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services and an all-hazard incident management team from the State Fire Marshal’s Office are in Florida. State Fire Marshal Dan Wallis says their team can assist in a variety of Hurricane Ian recovery efforts.
Cut 7 (09) “…shelters.”
Emergency Preparedness Director with DCFS Ricky Montet (Mon-tay) says three staff members are in Tallahassee to help Florida officials set up shelters.

LSU’s freshman class is the most accomplished in the school’s history as they have an all-time high median GPA of 3.78 and an ACT composite score of 25.5. Assistant Vice President and Director of Administration Daniel Barrow says LSU is excelling in the classroom…
cut 12 (09) “…led the way”
LSU’s overall enrollment is an all-time high of 37,354.

The Council for A Better Louisiana has canceled its scheduled October 20th U.S. Senate debate. Why? Kevin Gallagher reports…:
Cut 1 (29) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

There’s more controversy surrounding New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell. The city’s Metropolitan Crime Commission wants the City Council to investigate if Cantrell is living for free in a city owned apartment on Jackson Square. The mayor’s office says there is no obligation for Cantrell to pay the rent.

The Council for A Better Louisiana has canceled its scheduled October 20^th U.S. Senate debate. Why? Kevin Gallagher reports…:

Cut 1 (29) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

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LSU freshmen have bragging rights as the school’s most academically accomplished class in history. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (31) “….I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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Union Parish Running Back Trey Holly is the new leading rusher in Louisiana High School Football history. Kace Kieschnick reports:

Cut 3 (32) “…Franklin Parish.”

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The Council for A Better Louisiana (CABL) has canceled its scheduled October 20^th U.S. Senate debate, which would have pitted incumbent Republican Senator John Kennedy against Democrat challengers Luke Mixon and Gary Chambers. CABL President Barry Erwin says Kennedy’s campaign will not commit to a specific date, because his schedule is uncertain. Erwin feels it’s important for candidates to take part in televised forums…:

Cut 4 (09)  “…we’re disappointed.”

Erwin says CABL provided the candidates with the debate date and time many weeks ago, so the news from the Kennedy camp is a disappointment. He says it’s hard to have an election debate with no incumbent. Erwin says there may yet be some hope the candidates will square off before the November 8^th election…:

Cut 5 (11) “…they have to say.”

Erwin says a live televised debate gives voters a better idea at who the candidates really are, because they are un-rehearsed and spontaneous. He says more and more political candidates are becoming reluctant to take part…:

Cut 6 (11)  “…in a live debate.” 

CABL’s debate is canceled, but Erwin hopes that senate candidates will have at least one before the election.

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In addition to the Louisiana National Guard and the United Cajun Navy, a shelter task force from the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services and an all-hazard incident management team from the State Fire Marshal’s Office are in Florida. State Fire Marshal Dan Wallis says their team can assist in a variety of recovery efforts.

Cut 7 (09) “…shelters.”

Emergency Preparedness Director with DCFS Ricky Montet (Mon-tay) says three staff members are in Tallahassee and from there they will be deployed to assist with shelters in Florida.

Cut 8 (10)  “…up to 25-hundred.”

Montet says it’s not the first time a shelter task force has aided in Florida, they were in Florida in 2018 for Hurricane Michael. The initial request is for two weeks and it’s part of the Emergency Management Assistance Compact or EMAC.

Cut 9 (06)  “…assist them.”

The DCFS shelter task force has played a critical role in every natural disaster in Louisiana since the 2016 floods.

Wallis says because Louisiana has requested assistance from other states in the past, especially after the last two hurricane seasons and the 2016 flood it was time to return the favor.

Cut 10 (08) “…needed to do.”

Wallis says depending on Florida’s needs post-Ian more personnel and equipment could be deployed.

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LSU sets a new record in academic quality for its most accomplished freshman class in the university’s history. Assistant Vice President and Director of Administration Daniel Barrow says the class has an all-time high median GPA of 3.78 and an ACT composite of 25.5.

Cut  11 (07)  “…and the world.”

The freshman class is made up of 68 percent Louisiana residents and 32 percent from out of state and one-third of the freshman class are first-generation college students.

Barrow says as a member of the SEC and other research powerhouses across the nation, it has elevated LSU’s preeminence.

Cut 12 (09) “…led the way.” 

In addition to breaking academic quality, Barrow says this year’s freshman class enrollment of 7,367 surpasses last year’s record enrollment of 7,038.

Cut 13 (07) “…talented class.”

Barrow says overall enrollment is at an all-time high of more than 37 thousand.

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Union Parish Running back Trey Holly broke the Louisiana High School Football rushing record last Friday with 8,708 yards in his 5^th season. The record was previously held by former LSU running back Nick Brossette who has a special bond with his usurper…

Cut 14 (15)  “…brother to me.”

The two back’s relationship began after Holly, a four-star recruit, committed to LSU earlier this year. The 16^th ranked Running back in the nation from Farmerville, Louisiana has always dreamed of playing in tiger stadium…

Cut 15 (08)  “…my dream.”

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New Orleans Saints Safety Tyrann Mathieu says the team is focused on finishing this week against the Vikings. He’s says the time the team has had together in London will be helpful in their attempt to bounce back from a slow start to the season…

Cut 16 (16)  “…each other.” 

The Saints defense will have the challenge of containing former LSU receiver Justin Jefferson who is coming off a lackluster performance against the Lions last week. Mathieu says the playmaker is built for today’s game…

Cut 17 (15) “…eliminate him.” 

Quarterback Jameis Winston has now missed two practices leaving andy Dalton to receive first-team reps. Mathieu who played Dalton in Cincinnati is confident in his ability to lead the offense…

Cut 18 (07) “…as well.” 

Kickoff is at 8:00 AM on Sunday

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After their ten-point fourth-quarter comeback over UL Lafayette last week, UL Monroe is set to take on Arkansas St. in their second week of Sun-Belt play. The Warhawks have lost the last ten meetings with the Red Wolves but Coach Terry Bowden isn’t concerned about the history of the match-up…

Cut 19 (22) “…this year.”

Despite defeating the defending Sun-Belt Conference champs last week, ULM is the underdog in this matchup. Bowden says, although it’s too close to call a favorite in the conference, the team will embrace the role they’ve been given and focus on what they can do to secure a victory…

Cut 20 (10) “ …to be in.” 

The Warhawks are looking to start 2-0 in Sun-Belt play for the first time since 2019

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United Cajun Navy spokesperson Brian Trascher says Hurricane Ian is comparable to Katrina and their main focus at the moment is moving individuals who’ve been flooded out of their homes to a truck stop so they can be transferred to shelters.

Cut 7 (10) “…escape this.”

To assist or donate visit United Cajun Navy – dot org.

Republican congressional candidate Holden Hoggatt has released a political attack ad against Third District Congressman Clay Higgins. It’s a parody of Higgin’s old Crime Stopper videos when he worked at the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. The ad calls Higgins a fraud and that he’s wanted for impersonating a congressman. Higgins says he doesn’t pay attention to attack ads…

Cut 11 (10)  “..to represent.”

Hoggatt is one of Higgins’ seven challengers.

Lumber prices have fallen to their lowest levels in more than two years, bringing prices back to pre-pandemic levels. Alexandria-based Roy O. Martin is the largest private landowner in the south, with more than half a million acres of timber. Chief Operating Officer Scott Poole says higher interest rates affect a home’s affordability and the demand for building products.

Cut 3 (07) “…economics101″ 

Saints quarterback Jameis Winston did not practice again today as the team continues its preparations for Sunday’s game against the Vikings in London. Winston has been playing with several fractures in his back and an ankle injury. If Winston can’t play, veteran Andy Dalton will get the start, offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael…

Cut 10 (08) “…this season.” 

Kickoff is 8:30 Sunday morning central standard time.

District 3 Congressional challenger Holden Hoggatt releases a political attack ad against incumbent Congressman Clay Higgins; a parody of his old Crimestoppers videos when Higgins worked at the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. The actor in the ad calls Higgins a fraud, wanted for impersonating a U.S. Representative. Higgins says he pays little heed to attack ads by opponents…:

CUT 12(08)      “…what they want.”

Hoggatt’s campaign spokesperson Mary Patricia Wray says Hoggatt thought it was necessary to release the ad to educate voters about Higgins’ past…:

CUT 14(11)      “…long way.”

A Baton Rouge pediatric cardiologist is under arrest for possessing child pornography and video voyeurism. Our Lady of the Lake hospital says they have fired 37-year-old Dr. Antonio Belda, and that – so far as they know – none of his patients were among his victims.

The United Cajun Navy is assisting with rescue efforts after Hurricane Ian devastated portions of the Florida west coast. Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 02(29)      “…Thorington.”

Three men have been arrested, accused of spilling around 20-thousand gallons of oil from an Entergy substation in Chalmette. According to Entergy, valves to two large oil-filled transformers were intentionally removed.  The three men alleged responsible have been identified, arrested and charged with damage to a critical infrastructure and simple burglary.

The United Cajun Navy says Hurricane Ian is comparable to Katrina. Spokesman Brian Trascher says they assisted with more than two dozen rescues in the Ft. Myers area overnight, and their work is far from over…:

CUT 06(09)      “…we can get.”

Trascher says more United Cajun Navy members are en route to Florida now.

Everyone’s talking about District 3 congressional challenger Holden Hoggatt’s campaign ad that parodies incumbent Clay Higgins old Cajun John Wayne Crimestoppers clips. In the video, an actor dressed as a deputy for Congressional Crimestoppers criticizes Higgins as a fraud in congress. Here a sample…:

CUT 13(10)      “…use it.”

Higgins says he doesn’t pay attention to attack ads.

The Wall Street Journal reports the rise in interest rates has caused lumber prices to fall to pre-pandemic levels. Industry experts say the housing market is already feeling the effects…:

CUT 01(29)      “…Golsby…”

Natchitoches Police hope the public can help catch a second suspect in a local murder. Kenny Wayne Smith Jr. is wanted for 2^nd-degree murder. If you know how to find him call NPD at 318-352-8101. One other suspect in that crime has already been nabbed.