The Powerball Jackpot skyrockets to its highest ever at $1.6 billion for Saturday’s drawing…:

CUT 01(30)      “…Palermo.”

We set the clocks back Saturday, for the return of Central Standard Time. LSU Health psychologist Dr. Michelle Moore says, yes, it does mess with a lot of us…:

CUT 10(06)      “…comes in.”

A Louisiana legend will be laid to rest on Saturday as funeral services will be held for rock n roll pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis. The funeral will take place at Young’s Funeral Home at 11 A-M in Ferriday. Owner of Mid-South Broadcasting Jim Bob Allgood says there should be a big crowd to say goodbye to the man who’s been wowing audiences since he was 13…:

CUT 16(16)      “…on Saturday.”

State Police graduate 23 newly trained cadets, which should help with a manpower shortage. Trooper Sgt. Monroe Dillon says the accelerated cadet grads are not complete rookies, and they’ll be added to troops statewide to help the veterans…:

CUT 08(08)      “…the police.”

Another LSP academy of 65 cadets will start up in February.

More state troopers will soon be patrolling Louisiana, as the LSP graduated its first accelerated cadet class. LSP’s Sgt. Monroe Dillon says these 23 new cadets brings the total force to 950 officers. He says each individual troop will get 2 or 3 new troopers…:

CUT 07  (07)        “…they’re going.”

He says LSP is still over 200 troopers short of where they need to be.

There a risk of some possible severe weather moving through tonight and into tomorrow – especially in northern parishes.  What about the LSU –Bama game tomorrow night in Tiger Stadium? State Climatologist Barry Keim says it should have cleared off well before kickoff…:

CUT 14  (07)        “…with rain.”

The coroner in Baton Rouge says a 1 & 1/2-year-old boy died Monday night from fentanyl in his system. The baby boy was rushed to a hospital but did not survive. A blood test showed the drug. The coroner says the manner of the child’s death is still under investigation.

10th ranked LSU is a twelve-and-a-half point underdog on Saturday night against sixth ranked Alabama. Jeff Palermo reports the Fighting Tiger players are confident…:

CUT 02(31)      “…Palermo.”

The drawing for Saturday’s Powerball Jackpot hits an all-time high at $1.6 billion, with a cash value of $782-million. Louisiana Lottery Spokesperson Dustin Annison says the current multi-state Powerball Jackpot has been growing since August 6th
Cut 3 (06) “…in history.”
Lotto fever has hit Louisiana, Annison says since the beginning of August .Powerball ticket sales in the Bayou State through Thursday night are over 25-million.

A Louisiana legend will be laid to rest on Saturday as funeral services will be held for rock n roll pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis. The funeral will take place at Young’s Funeral Home at 11 A-M in Ferriday. Owner of Mid South Broadcasting Jim Bob Allgood says one of the three cousins of Ferriday is one of the speakers….
cut 15 (12) “…Clyde Ray Webber”
The funeral services will be streamed on mid-south-dot-tv. Lewis died last week at the age of 87.

Tornado watches are posted in Texas and Oklahoma and that severe weather is heading Louisiana’s way. Matt Hemingway with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says there’s a medium-to-high chance for tornadoes for northwest and north central Louisiana this evening…
cut 13 (11) “…spring time”

Hubig’s pie factory in New Orleans burned down 10 years ago leaving residents empty-handed after being sold traditionally since 1921. Now the Pie maker has a new location in Elmwood. Jefferson Economic Development Commission CEO Jerry Bologna says the production lines are ready to bake…
Cut 27 (09) “…years ago.”
A date is not set for when Hubig’s pies will be available to the public again.

Today, Louisiana State Police graduated its first accelerated cadet class, which includes only former law enforcement officers. Sgt. Monroe Dillon says it’s a big day for State Police.
Cut 6 (07) “…be awesome”
Dillon says this class of 23 will bring LSP up to approximately 950 troopers. He says each regional troop will get two or three new troopers from this class.

Don’t forget to set your clocks back an hour Saturday night as daylight-saving time ends. And while it takes a few days to adjust to the time change Dr. Michelle Moore, Chief of Psychology at LSU Health New Orleans says gaining daylight in the morning can improve your mood and…
Cut 9 (07) “…during the morning.”
On the downside, if you’re used to having extra daylight at the end of the day the time change is a disappointment.

What’s green, 60-feet-long, can carry a Grammy-winning artist, blast confetti out of its mouth, and bring tourists to the state? Brooke Thorington has the answer.
Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Many people looking to buy a new home are concerned the Federal Reserve has raised the prime lending rate by three-quarters of a percent, but Louisiana REALTORS trade association CEO Norman Morris advises potential buyers to stay positive…:
Cut 10 (07) “…according to Freddie Mac.”

Northwest and north central Louisiana are under an enhanced risk for severe weather tonight and into the overnight hours. Matt Hemingway with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says a strong cold front will collide with warm air to create severe thunderstorms…

Cut 12 (06) “…. also tornadoes.” 

LSU fans are gearing up for tomorrow’s big game between the Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide. StubHub’s Ray Clark says they have more than 35 hundred tickets on their site but advises fans not to wait until the last minute for prices to go down. He says the cheapest ticket is currently 165 dollars…

Cut 8 (13)  “…last year.”
LSU has not defeated Alabama in Tiger Stadium since 2010.

Louisiana’s Celebration Gator, the 60-foot-long gator float that premiered at last year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will make a repeat performance and Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says it’s a great return on investment for tourism.

Cut 13 (08) “…lagniappe.”

The word is out that New Orleans Original treat, Hubig’s pies are making a comeback. Whitney Thomas has the ingredients.

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Whitney Thomas.”

Baton Rouge police are investigating a tragic case of a one-year-old boy who died Monday with fentanyl in his system, according to the coroner’s office. WAFB TV reports the child was initially taken to a clinic in Baton Rouge, abandoned, and pronounced dead at a hospital. The Baton Rouge TV station also reports DCFS told them the child was the subject of an open investigation that fell through the cracks.

10th-ranked LSU is a 12.5-point underdog on Saturday night against sixth-ranked Alabama.

Cut 2 (31)  “… I’m Jeff Palermo”

There are growing concerns among those in real estate after the feds increased the interest rate and the impact it could have on mortgage rates. CEO of Louisiana Realtors Norman Morris says with rates around 6 to 7 and a half percent it’s still manageable as opposed to double-digit rates 34 years ago. Morris says don’t put off buying because potential buyers can always adjust their mortgage rate later…:

Cut  11 (06)  “…as time goes on.”

Louisiana’s Celebration Gator, the 60-foot-long gator float that premiered at last year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will be back for a repeat performance. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says if the sight of the longest float in the parade, crawling down the street. isn’t enough to get the crowd’s attention, Grammy winner Trombone Shorty will be along for the ride.

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This week the Federal Reserve lifted its key interest rate another three-quarters of a percentage point as a way to curb inflation. It’s the sixth rate hike this year and it affects the borrowing costs for consumers and businesses. Louisiana Realtors Trade Association CEO Norman Morris says still encourages home buyers to follow through with their purchase and interest rate relief will come…
cut 12 (07) “….before that happens”

Hubig’s pie factory in New Orleans burned down 10 years ago leaving residents empty-handed after being sold traditionally since 1921. Now the Pie maker has a new location in Elmwood. Jefferson Economic Development Commission CEO Jerry Bologna says the production lines are ready to bake…
Cut 4 (09) “…years ago.”
No date is set n when Hubig’s pies will be available to the public again.

LSU fans are gearing up for tomorrow’s big game between the Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide. StubHub’s Ray Clark says they have more than 35-hundred tickets on their site, but advises fans not to wait until the last minute for prices to go down. He says the cheapest ticket is currently 165-dollars …
cut 8 (13) “….last year”
LSU has not defeated Alabama in Tiger Stadium since 2010.

And Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas is likely done for the season as he needs surgery to repair a dislocated toe. He’s only played in three games this season and Quarterback Andy Dalton says it stinks that Thomas can not help them during the second half of this season…
cut 18 (10) “…this point”
The Saints host the Ravens on Monday night.

The Federal Reserve raised lending rates by three-quarters of a percent this week. What effect might that have on Louisiana’s real estate market…?
Cut 2 (29) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The National Weather Service says says there’s an enhanced risk of severe weather for northwest Louisiana and over into the Ruston area for tonight and into the overnight hours. There’s a medium chance for tornadoes, winds up to 70 miles per hour and ping pong ball-sized hail. A cold front will move across the entire state tonight and into tomorrow morning.

Louisiana’s Celebration Gator, the 60-foot-long gator float that premiered at last year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will be back for a repeat performance and Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says it’s proven to be a great return on investment for state tourism.
Cut 13 (08) “…lagniappe.”
Nungesser says Grammy award winning and New Orleans-own Trombone Shorty will be performing on the float as well.

Here’s a huge sign that Hubig’s Pies are close to producing fruit-filled pies again. Jefferson Economic Development Commission CEO Jerry Bologna says they are hiring as their new facility in Elmwood is ready to start baking…
cut 5 (13) “….production side”
Hubig’s pies were a staple in the Big Easy for decades until a fire burned down their facility in New Orleans in 2012.