Yahoo Sports reports the FBI intercepted a phone conversation between LSU Basketball Coach Will Wade and recruiting middleman Christian Dawkins, in which Wade is recorded discussing a “deal” about “this Smart thing,” which could be a reference to LSU freshman guard Javonte Smart. LSU beat reporter for the USA Today Network, Glen Guilbeau, says LSU officials should be concerned…
Cut 4 (12) “…lot more”
Wade said on Thursday he has not read the FBI wiretap report.
Fat Tuesday had come and gone and this year presented a longer carnival season. Plenty of King Cakes were consumed as part of the celebration. Bakery Director for Rouses Markets Michelle Knight says several flavors stood out as the front runners for being the most popular variations.
Cut 10 (09)“…and Bavarian cream.”
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US Senator Bill Cassidy tells USA Today’s Greg Hilburn that he’s running for re-election in 2020. LSU poli sci professor Dr. Robert Hogan says Cassidy’s right-wing bonafides will prevent a creditable Republican primary challenge, and there really isn’t much of a threat to his job from the left either…
Cut 14 (07) “…him.”
Twenty horses used in Mardi Gras parades this year have found new homes following a volunteer effort by the Human Society of Louisiana. Humane Society Director Jeff Dorson says a thorough background check is done on each of the potential owners, in an effort to ensure the horses have a bright future ahead of them.
Cut 8 (09) “…the right home.”
In past years, horses were used for the parades and then sent to auction, where they could be in danger of heading to slaughter.