The National Hurricane Center has begun issuing advisories on tropical depression fourteen, located in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico.  Though close to home, experts say at this point, impacts to Louisiana look very low as a cold front will pass through late Monday, deflecting the system to the south and east.  However, we’re told large swells from the system in addition to elevated winds could lead to rough seas and even some coastal flooding.

Governor Jeff Landry has come out and said while he does not oppose passenger rail service connecting Baton Rouge and New Orleans, he’d rather see money go towards widening I-10 between the two cities. John Spain, a member of the Southern Rail Commission, says, we can have both.  He says adding the passenger rail would ultimately ease congestion on I-10.

Cut 10 (11) “…of that congestion”

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Faith House is relaunching the Purple Light Project this October to honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month, encouraging all of us to replace ourr porch lights with purple bulbs.  Prevention and Development Director Kimberly Boutte (Boo-tay) says it symbolizes peace, courage, survival, and solidarity with survivors.

Cut 13 (13) “…lights will help.” 

The Angola Prison Rodeo is back every Sunday in October, featuring adrenaline-pumping events like Convict Poker, Wild Cow Milking, and the renowned Guts-n-Glory. Held at the Louisiana State Penitentiary, the show starts at 1 p.m., with gates opening at 8 a.m. for pre-rodeo festivities.  Warden Tim Hooper says visitors can enjoy delicious Southern cuisine and shop a variety of handmade crafts such as jewelry, leather goods, and woodworking.

Cut 3 (11) “…come out a purchase.”