Governor John Bel Edwards voiced his frustration with the low voter turnout for the November 14th election…:
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State Police say a Montgomery man was killed after falling out of a vehicle early Sunday morning in Winn Parish, and is asking for the public’s help to get more information about the incident. They say 21-year-old Hunter Thomisee was riding in the bed of a pickup truck when he fell out and was pronounced dead at the scene. Details are limited.

Construction begins today on a new oyster reef in Calcasieu Lake near Lake Charles. About 12,500 cubic yards of crushed limestone will be spread on the lake bottom to create 100 acres of artificial oyster reef. Assistant Secretary for Fisheries Patrick Banks says it will increase oyster and seafood production…:
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Oyster reefs have been constructed in Calcasieu Lake since 1963.

November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. The organization’s CEO is Edo Banach (Ban-ick) who says every adult should complete an advance directive, and appoint a health care proxy, otherwise your end of life decisions could be taken out of your hands…:
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He says the holiday season provides an opportunity to discuss advance care planning with loved ones.

Governor John Bel Edwards expressed his frustration with the 13-percent voter turnout in the November 14th election. He made the comments on his monthly call in radio show. The governor says he’s worked with the Secretary of State’s Office to reduce the number of elections, but it doesn’t seem to be helping with turnout…:
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Edwards believes it’s likely voter apathy keeping residents from going to the polls.

National Hospice and Palliative Care President and CEO Edo Banach (Ban-ick) says about 50 percent of Louisiana Medicare decedents were enrolled in hospice at the time of death. He says although it may be difficult to discuss, the holiday season provides an opportunity to talk about advance care planning with loved ones..:
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November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month.

So now that the regular season is over for the LSU Tigers, what bowl game will they play in? Jerry Palm does bowl projections for CBS Sports and he expects the Tigers will be in Florida on New Year’s Day…:
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LSU moved up two spots to #17 in The Associated Press college football poll.

The largest oyster reef of it’s kind will be constructed in Calcasieu Lake near Lake Charles. Kelley Ray has more…:
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An aide to Governor Edwards has resigned as a result of sexual harassment allegations. The news of Johnny Anderson’s resignation occurred when many are focused on a four-day holiday. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says political action committees will remind voters when Edwards runs for re-election in two years…

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Events for the 44th annual Bayou Classic are underway in New Orleans. Emelie Gunn has more….

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The National Federation of Independent Businesses expect 82 percent of those surveyed will participate in Small Business Saturday. NFIB State Director Dawn Starns says when you patronize local smaller business, you aren’t just shopping with a business owner, you are shopping with people you know and trust…

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There are some great sales for shoppers to grab, but there are some items that aren’t a deal. Personal finance website Wallethub’s Analyst Jill Gonzalez says 33 percent of those surveyed plan on spending at least 500-dollars on holiday shopping, even though Black Friday has lost some of its luster…

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An aide to Governor Edwards has resigned as a result of sexual harassment allegations. Johnny Anderson was the Deputy Chief of Staff for Programming and Planning.  He told the Advocate he’s innocent, but doesn’t want to be a distraction as he attempts to clear his name. Anderson was also accused of harassment in 2007 when he served as chair of the Southern Board of Supervisors. Political anyalist Bernie Pinsonat says having this happen to Anderson again is not a good look for Edwards…

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The 44^th Bayou Classic is in New Orleans as Grambling State will battle Southern Saturday.  Media Director for the Bayou Classic Angela Young says the theme for this year’s events is “We are One”. She says it’s estimated that the events will have a huge economic impact on the Crescent City.

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There are some great sales for shoppers to grab, but there are some items that aren’t a deal. Personal finance website Wallethub says the average discount among retail chains is 37-percent.  Analyst Jill Gonzalez notes there are two retailers with very aggressive discounts this year…

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An aide to Governor Edwards, Johnny Anderson, has resigned as a result of sexual harassment allegations.  Edwards spoke about the recent rash of sexual harassment allegations in the world of entertainment and politics during his “Ask the Governor” show on Wednesday. But never mentioned Anderson’s resignation. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Edwards says should have talked about Anderson on his radio show…

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The 44^th Bayou Classic is tomorrow in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, as Grambling State takes on Southern. Media Director for the Bayou Classic Angela Young says Randy Jackson will be a judge during the Battle of the Bands tonight. Then tomorrow, The Bayou Classic Parade kicks off at 9 a.m. and culminates at Fan Fest in Champion’s Square.

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There are some great deals for shoppers to grab today, both in store and online.  Online shopping has become a very large part of Christmas shopping with Amazon leading the way.  However Wallet Hub analyst Jill Gonzalez says you have to be aware of current prices to make sure you’re getting the best deal…

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Surveys show that 61-percent of consumers are aware of Small Business Saturday, a day dedicated in encouraging shoppers to visit small businesses in their communities.  82-percent of those plan to shop and eat at a small independently owned business.  National Federation of Independent Businesses Dawn Starns says the momentum has been picking up…

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An aide to Governor Edwards has resigned as a result of sexual harassment allegations. The news of Johnny Anderson’s resignation occurred when many are focused on a four-day holiday. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says political action committees will remind voters when Edwards runs for re-election in two years…

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Events for the 44th annual Bayou Classic are underway in New Orleans. Emelie Gunn has more….

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The National Federation of Independent Businesses expect 82 percent of those surveyed will participate in Small Business Saturday. NFIB State Director Dawn Starns says when you patronize local smaller business, you aren’t just shopping with a business owner, you are shopping with people you know and trust…

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There are some great sales for shoppers to grab, but there are some items that aren’t a deal. Personal finance website Wallethub’s Analyst Jill Gonzalez says 33 percent of those surveyed plan on spending at least 500-dollars on holiday shopping, even though Black Friday has lost some of its luster…

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Deputy Chief of Staff for Programming and Planning for the Governor, Johnny Anderson, resigned Wednesday after allegations of sexual harassment surfaced. Anderson says he stepped down as an effort to clear his name. He says he does not want to distract the governor and would rather answer questions about these accusations as a private citizen.

Now that Black Friday is about done, attention turns to smaller locally owned businesses. Kelley Ray has a look at Small Business Saturday…
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Online shopping has become a big part of Christmas shopping with Amazon leading the way, according to the Personal finance website Wallethub. But Analyst Jill Gonzalez says you have to be aware of current prices to make sure you’re getting the best deal.
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She says 33-percent of those surveyed plan on spending at least 500 dollars on holiday shopping.

Events are underway for the 44th annual Bayou Classic in New Orleans. Media Director for the Bayou Classic Angela Young says the theme for this year’s event is “We are One” and the Bayou Classic is a family friendly event bringing those under the umbrella of HBCUs together. She says it’s estimated that the events will have a huge economic impact on the city.
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The famous Battle of the Bands takes place tonight at 6 and kick off is tomorrow at 4.

An aide to Governor Edwards has resigned as a result of sexual harassment allegations. The news of Johnny Anderson’s resignation occurred when many are focused on a four-day holiday. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says political action committees will remind voters when Edwards runs for re-election in two years…

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Almost half of U-S adults are considered to have high blood pressure as a result of updated guidelines that have been approved on what constitutes hypertension. Tulane epidemiology professor Doctor Paul Whelton led a team that redefined the blood pressure guidelines and says it’s his hope that adults will talk with their doctor about the new guidelines, to see if lifestyle changes or medication is needed…

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There are plenty of shoppers this weekend, unfortunately there are also crooks looking to steal your Christmas gifts. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Some say putting up outside Christmas decorations is a pain, but psychologist, Doctor Michelle Moore with LSU Health New Orleans, says their are studies that show the hanging of outside lights can help bring back happy childhood memories. She says outside decorations can also help bring neighbors together…

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