09:30 LRN Newscast Sept 26

Ohio Republican Congressman John Boehner has announced he will step down as Speaker of the House. Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves appreciates Boehner’s public service, but voters clearly stated in last November’s election that they want change…:
Cut 11 (09) “didn’t see it”
He says, moving forward, they need to look for the best new leadership for the future and one that will be responsive to what voters want.

The so called “Super Blood Moon” will coincide with a lunar eclipse tomorrow night in a phenomenon that won’t happen again until the year 2033. L-S-U Astronomy professor Brad Schaefer…
cut 24 (09) “the universe”
Schaefer says you can see this marvel from your backyard at about 8PM and the moon will begin to turn blood red at around 9.

Visit Syracuse says LSU fans won’t have to worry that they will run out of beer as Tiger nation is their to see their team take on The Orange. Spokeswoman Nikita Jankowski says they love their beer just like we do…:
CUT 14 (09) “one here”
She says bars opened early so fans have plenty of time to gear up for the noon, eastern kickoff.

The historic O-K Allen Bridge, which connected Alexandria to Pineville for almost 80 years, was demolished this morning. DOTD Spokesperson Rodney Mallett says it’s hard to part with the old bridge but motorists will benefit from the new Curtis-Coleman Memorial Bridge….
Cut 7 (11) “awful quick.”
The Curtis-Coleman Memorial Bridge was closed for the demoltion and is scheduled to be re-opened at noon.