Agricultural field burning in Louisiana may be substituted by innovative resolutions in the near future. Teiko Foxx has more…

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Former Minden Congressman John Fleming tosses his hat in the ring to be the next State Treasurer…:

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Baton Rouge Police do not suspect foul play in the death of missing Georgia man, Nathan Millard who was found Monday after vanishing almost two weeks ago. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Field burnings in rural parts of Louisiana may become a thing of the past if a resolution to finding substitutes is passed in the upcoming legislative session. Low visibility causing automobile fatalities and health issues are major factors in creating a proposed group to offer alternatives to agricultural practice. Houma Representative Beryl Amedee says appointing a task force to identify alternatives could be a positive move.

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Louisiana State University Ag Center Research and Extension data shows burning saves farmers about $120 million per year. Amedee says burning alternatives would be a positive impact on Louisianans with health issues.

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The objective is to find alternatives and implement solutions that will be beneficial for everyone.

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The task force would include people in the farming, fire safety, medical and scientific industries.

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A crash in Grant Parish killed two juveniles Monday evening. Master Trooper Casey Wallace says it happened when five juveniles attempted to tow a disabled Go-Cart with a tractor. Wallace says another vehicle came over a hill and struck the tractor on Louisiana Highway 1240 near Brumley Road which also impacted teens on the Go-Cart.

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(A 16 and 9 year-old died in the crash)

Wallace says the accident was unavoidable and the driver of the Chevy Equinox, 50-year-old Wendy Ballard of Montgomery, who was not restrained received minor injuries in the crash.

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Wallace worries similar accidents will happen now that the spring weather has arrived, and more teens are driving, Go-Carts, three-wheelers, etc. that have been in storage all winter and they aren’t necessarily operating order. He says the accident remains under investigation.

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Routine toxicology samples were also obtained for analysis.

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Former District 4 Louisiana Congressman and Minden resident Dr. John Fleming says he will run for State Treasurer this fall. Fleming – a Republican – is a medical doctor and has launched and owned several companies. He says he is well-qualified for the job for that reason, and for his recent years working in the Donald Trump White House on the financial policy team…:

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Fleming’s announcement makes three declared candidates so far. They are Republican Baton Rouge state Representative Scott McKnight and Democrat financial planner Dustin Granger, of Lake Charles. Fleming says, as Treasurer, he would make better investments of taxpayer dollars than opponents…:

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Fleming says Green Energy investments are rarely profitable.  Fleming says, if elected, he’d invest state money in the still-vital oil & gas industry, which he calls a proven profit maker…:

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Fleming says his fiscal experience makes him best suited to head the State Treasury and the State Bond Commission. Qualifying for elections starts August 9^th. The primary election is on October 14^th.

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Baton Rouge authorities release a preliminary autopsy report on Nathan Millard, the Georgia businessman who went missing two weeks ago, and body was found Monday wrapped in plastic and carpet in a blighted part of town. BRPD Captain Kevin Heinz says at this time it doesn’t appear Millard had any external or internal injuries.

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Final autopsy results are pending a toxicology report.

Police were limited as to what details they could disclose because it’s an active investigation. They believe Millard died elsewhere and Heinz says efforts are underway to locate the person or persons who moved Millard’s body to the 2900 block of Scenic Highway.

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After leaving a downtown bar, detectives have traced Millard’s steps from camera footage and witness accounts. Heinz says Millard spoke with a security guard at the Greyhound bus station and she offered him a ride.

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Heinz says the last camera footage they have of Millard is from 4:30 AM on February 23^rd. They are asking anyone who has any information about the case to call them or Crimestoppers.

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The LSU Tigers will face the Georgia Bulldogs in the opening round of the SEC Men’s basketball tournament tonight in Nashville. These two teams met on Valentine’s Day in Athens and it was Georgia who won by two points. Tigers Coach Matt McMahon says taking care of the basketball will be a key tonight…

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The Tigers went two and 16 in the SEC in the regular season and they have the 14 and last seed in the SEC Tournament. McMahon says tonight is the start of a new season…

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The LSU baseball team goes after its seventh straight win tonight as they host Lamar at Alex Box Stadium. The Tigers are 11-and-1, while the Cardinals are ten and two. Coach Jay Johnson has a quick scouting report on the visitors from Beaumont, Texas…

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LSU is getting great contributions from their freshman class. Paxton Kling is hitting .391 and is hit his first collegiate home run on Monday. Johnson says the 2022 High School Player of the Year in Pennsylvania decommitted from the Tigers after Paul Mainieri retired…

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Kling started in right field on Monday and went 3-for-3 at the plate.

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Baton Rouge authorities release a preliminary autopsy report on Nathan Millard, the Georgia businessman who went missing two weeks ago, and whose body was found wrapped in plastic and carpet Monday in a blighted part of town. At a press conference today, BRPD Captain Kevin Hines says at this time it doesn’t appear that he had any external injuries.

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Governor John Bel Edwards officially endorsed retired DOTD Secretary, Shawn Wilson for Governor today. “LAPolitics.com” publisher, Jeremy Alford says, although Wilson’s announcement has come a bit late, he already has an edge in the race…:

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Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves is not running for governor, but another potential Republican candidate emerges….:

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After losing in the Sun Belt Tournament Championship game last season, the Ragin Cajuns won the league’s tournament title last night as they defeated South Alabama 71 to 66. The win puts Bob Marlin’s team in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2014. U.L.-Lafayette will find out on Sunday who they will play in Round 1, and where.

The coroner in Baton Rouge releases a preliminary autopsy report that indicates Nathan Millard, the Georgia businessman who went missing two weeks ago, and whose body was found Monday, was probably NOT a victim of violent crime. The reports marks NO external or internal signs of trauma; meaning he was likely not attacked. His family tells WAFB in Baton Rouge they think he may have accidentally overdosed. A complete autopsy, with blood toxicology, is pending.

Governor Edwards and business leaders continue their mission abroad building and nurturing foreign trade relationships. Louisiana Economic Development (LED) Secretary Don Pierson spoke to us from Tokyo this morning, he says the chemical company Shintech is approaching a $10-billion investment with the state, and future investments are dependent on demonstrating a commitment from the state…:

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Governor John Bel Edwards officially endorses former DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson in his bid to be the state’s next governor. The endorsement comes just a day after Wilson’s announcement Monday. “LAPolitics.com” publisher Jeremy Alford says “unpredictable” is how he’d characterize the 2023 race…:

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A lot of folks were expecting Baton Rouge area Congressman Garret Graves to run, but he has announced he will NOT. Graves says the best for him right now to help Louisiana is in D.C. Now that brings up talk that LABI President Stephen Waguespack may jump in. Political analyst Roy Fletcher expects an announcement from Waguespack later this week…:

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The primary election is October 14th with a runoff in November.

Republican Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves is not running for governor this year. In an email to supporters, Graves says it’s clear the best service he can provide to Louisiana and the next governor is by building upon recent wins in the U-S Congress. Political analyst Roy Fletcher says there are a lot of Republicans who wanted Graves to run, but he has a good situation in the U.S. House…:

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Meanwhile the current Governor has endorsed his former Transportation Secretary, Shawn Wilson, in his bid for the Governor’s mansion. “LAPolitics.com” publisher Jeremy Alford says he thinks Wilson’s base of supporters will serve as a solid component in his race for governor…:

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Attorney General Jeff Landry has $5-million in his campaign funds; putting Wilson at a preliminary disadvantage.

The coroner in East Baton Rouge Parish releases a preliminary autopsy result on Nathan Millard, the Georgia businessman whose body was found Monday in a blighted area of the city. The report shows no signs of internal or external trauma; meaning he likely was not victim of a violent crime. That’s all that’s known for now.

Governor Edwards continues his overseas trade mission in Asia. Brooke Thorington has more…:

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Gov. John Bel Edwards and state business leaders continue to foster foreign investment and economic development for the state during a week-long trip in Asia.  Louisiana Economic Development (LED) Secretary Don Pierson spoke to us from Tokyo this morning, he says the group has attended numerous meetings with head officials from the  Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry.

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Despite early speculations, Congressman Garret Graves announced he will not run for governor during the 2023 election. Graves has served the state in his capacity since 2015. Political consultant Roy Fletcher says Graves’ decision is not a surprise…

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In a statement released earlier today, Governor John Bel Edwards will be endorsing former appointed DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson on his quest for governor. LA-Polictics.com Publisher, Jeremy Alford says Wilson already has an edge in the race.

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette – Ragin Cajuns defeated South Alabama in the league’s Sun Belt Tournament Championship last night with a final score 71 to 66. This will be the team’s first NCAA tournament appearance since 2014. Cajuns forward Jordan Brown had 13 points and 16 rebounds while guard Themus Fulks had a career-high 23 points. Coach Bob Marlin says the team’s offense made a difference.

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Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves is not running for governor, but another potential Republican emerges. Jeff Palermo has more…

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Gov Edwards has endorsed former DOTD Secretary and Democrat Shawn Wilson for governor. LA-Politics dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says while Republican Jeff Landry has $5-million in campaign funds, Wilson is behind on fundraising, however

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The primary is October 14^th.

Governor Edwards and business leaders continue their Asian trade mission. Louisiana Economic Development (LED) Secretary Don Pierson spoke to us from Tokyo this morning and says in addition to the state’s traditional overseas business relationships, they are nurturing new ones.

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The Louisiana delegation has also met with the U.S. Ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel on their visit.

After losing in the Sun Belt Tournament Championship game last season, the Ragin Cajuns won in the league’s tournament title last night as they defeated South Alabama 71 to 66. The win puts Bob Marlin’s team in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2014. He says it’s a special group of players….

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Lafayette will find out on Sunday who they will play and where in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

Republican Congressman Garret Graves has made the decision not to run for governor. Graves’ decision not to run has resulted in a new name being added to the pool of candidates. Louisiana Association of Business and Industry President Stephen Waguespack has surfaced as a possible Republican candidate. Political consultant Roy Fletcher says Waguespack is expected to announce his candidacy on Thursday…

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Former DOTD Secretary, Shawn Wilson, has received the endorsement from the highest-ranking Democrat in the state – Governor John Bel for governor. Wilson was appointed to Secretary by Governor Edwards in 2016. LA-Polictics.com Publisher, Jeremy Alford says Wilson’s campaign funds may not be a hurdle for him and his supporters will stand with him.

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Governor Edwards continues his overseas trade mission in Asia. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Here’s a look at today’s commodities….