Some more endorsements for US Senator David Vitter in his run for governor; this time from fellow Republicans Lafayette Congressman Charles Boustany and Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel. It’s sort of a slap in the face for Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle, as these endorsements came from his home region. It’s also not helpful for Lt. Governor Jay Dardenne…
CUT 5 (07) Q: “and Angelle”
That’s UL-Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross.

Former Governor Edwards is now all about location, location and location, as he is now a licensed real estate agent. His wife Trina also received her real license, and Edwards says he will concentrate on commercial properties while she will focus on residential properties…
CUT 10 (10 ) Q: “very much doing”
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For the third year in a row, Louisiana has increased the number of tourists and set another record for the industry.
CUT 2 (30) “reporting”

A Shriever woman could be facing in life in prison for the shooting of her husband, as a grand jury upgraded the original manslaughter charge to 2nd-degree murder. Thirty-two year-old Crystal Welch is accused of the August 2013 fatal shooting of 35 year-old Chade Welch. Her defense attorney says the upgrade in charges will not affect his plan to claim self-defense.