The Louisiana Democratic Party says it will make sure the primary will not be Bill Cassidy’s only political fight next year, should he survive it. Colleen Crain reports.
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A delegation from the Saints, including owner Gayle Benson and linebacker Demario Davis, is on a relationship-building mission in France this week. Also among the delegation is Senior Vice President of Communications Greg Bensel who says the Saints are using this trip to grow the game of American football in France.
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The race to see who will be New Orleans next mayor starts today as qualifying for the October 11th election begins today. Current mayor LaToya Cantrell is term limited and cannot seek a third term. UNO pollster Ed Chervenak says though City Council president Helena Moreno has been the favorite in polls so far, UNO pollster Ed Chervenak says state senator Royce Duplessis can use his experience as a lawmaker to his advantage.
ULM has received the final nine million dollars from the state to finish thr renovation of Sugar Hall, a fixture in Louisiana Healthcare since 1971. President Dr. Carrie Castille says once complete, Sugar Hall will be home to several important College of Health Science programs.