The Louisiana Fortify Homes program will award 750 more grants of up to $10 thousand to all homeowners to replace their roofs to withstand extreme winds during a fourth round today at noon. This round is open to all homeowners on a first-come, first-served basis. Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon…

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Grant funds are paid directly to contractors. To apply, visit the Department of Insurance webpage.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette economist Doctor Gary Wagner says there’s been continuous job growth and the state’s economy is moving forward. But Wagner expects the Houma-Thibodeaux area will continue to struggle, because of two major factors…

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Wagner is predicting Louisiana will gain another 30-thousand jobs over the next 12 months.

Ballots for the Heisman Trophy go out today and LSU plans to blitz voters with information on why Tigers quarterback Jayden Daniels should get college football’s most prestigious award. Jeanne Burns has more…

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ULM Director of Athletics John Hartwell has fired head forward coach Terry Bowden after three seasons with the football program. The Warhawks went 2 and 10 this year. ULM went 5 and 19 in the Sun Belt Conference during those three seasons.

The Louisiana economy is looking up according to one economist. Colleen Crain has the story…
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The Saints fell to 5-and-6 on the season tied with Atlanta for first place in the NFC South, after losing to the Falcons 24-15 yesterday. New Orleans failed to score a touchdown, despite five trips inside the red zone. Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu…
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750 grants of up to ten-thousand dollars will become available at noon for homeowners who would like to fortify their roof against extreme winds from hurricanes and tornadoes. Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon on eligibility requirements…
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Donelon says if interested, go to the department of insurance’s webpage, create a profile and then be ready to apply at noon because the grants are expected to go quickly.

By noon today, the Caddo Parish Clerk of Court is expected to complete a recount of the sheriff’s race which was unofficially won by Democrat Henry Whitehorn by one vote over Republican John Nicholson….
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Clerk of Court Mike Spence says they’ll rescan 75-hundred mail-in votes.

Louisiana homeowners have another chance today to obtain a grant of up to ten-thousand dollars that can pay for a new roof to withstand extreme winds. Teiko Foxx reports the fourth round of the application period opens at noon….
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A federal trial challenging the state’s legislative district maps begins today in Baton Rouge. The plaintiffs allege the House and Senate district maps dilute black voters voting power. A federal appeals court has already told the Louisiana Legislature it must redraw the Congressional map.

A recount takes place today in the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s race. Republican John Nickelson requested one after he lost by one vote to Democrat Henry Whitehorn. More than 43-thousand people voted in the race, but Caddo Parish Clerk of Court Mike Spence says they will only recount the 75-hundred mailed-in ballots, not the early votes or the ballots casted on election day…
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A winner is expected to be certified by noon today.

LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels threw four more touchdown passes on Saturday to improve his Heisman Trophy candidacy. LSU Sports Information Director Michael Bonnette says LSU has launched a website to inform Heisman voters about Daniels’ incredible accomplishments. Bonnette says the site also gives you an inside look at Daniels…
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That-kid-jayden-dot-com is the website.

The Louisiana Fortify Homes Program will open its fourth round of grants today at noon. 750 grants will be awarded to eligible homeowners on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says interested homeowners should register before noon today at the Department of Insurance’s webpage.

According to University of Louisiana at Lafayette economist, Doctor Gary Wagner, Louisiana’s economy is chugging right along for most of the state. He says 2023 has been a good year for job growth…
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Wagner is predicting Louisiana will gain another 30-thousand jobs over the next 12 months.

Today in Caddo Parish, a recount will take place to decide the sheriff’s race. As it stands now former State Police Commander and Democrat Henry Whitehorn defeated Republican John Nicholson by one vote. Caddo Parish Clerk of Court Mike Spence says today they’ll rescan all of the mail-in ballots…
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Spence says they expect to declare a winner by noon today. It has already been determined that two people inadvertently voted twice.

Heisman voters will get their ballots today and after throwing four more touchdown passes on Saturday, many voters are expected to pick LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels as their 2023 Heisman winner. LSU sports information director Michael Bonnette says everyone in Purple and Gold is doing their part in lobbying for Daniels…
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LSU has launched a website… thatkidjayden.com.

You still have a chance to receive up to a 10-thousand dollar grant that can be used to fortify your roof against hurricane or wind damage beginning on Monday. Teiko Foxx has more…

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The LSU football tigers take on the Texas Aggies today at eleven.  A win for Coach Brian Kelly’s team puts them one step closer to a second straight ten win season.  Kickoff is set for 11.

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It’s Small Business Saturday and experts want you to know that when you shop locally, Sixty-seven cents of every dollar stays in the community. In fact Dawn McVea, state director of the National Federation of Independent Business says Small Business Saturday brought in seventeen point nine billion dollars last year and since then local businesses have grown after becoming more competitive with online retailers during the pandemic.

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You may recall, supply chain issues were pretty common during the pandemic. And many wonder if that’s still an issue. LSU Marketing Professor Dan Rice …

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The NRF says the average person will spend $875 on gifts, decorations, food, and other seasonal items this year. That’s up $42 from last year.

Today is Small Business Saturday and it’s good news for retailers who’ve faced a tough year. Inflation and labor shortages have been especially tough. But Dawn McVea, state director of the the National Federation of Independent Business says that means you’re more likely to see business owners while you’re shopping this year and can expect great deals…

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Of course, Inflation plays a big role as to how much individuals will spend on the holidays and LSU Marketing Professor Dan Rice says one survey shows consumers plan to spend more this year than last but not on as many gifts…

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You may pay a little more for your fresh Christmas tree this year, but you shouldn’t have any trouble finding one in Louisiana.  That’s according to LSU AgCenter research associate Joe Nehlig.  Many have been worried after the drought and a particular fungus that made things worse for some growers. But Nehlig grows more than 500 Carolina Sapphire trees near Bogalusa, and says they were more resistant to the fungus.

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The Saints will visit their biggest rival tomorrow when they take on the Atlanta Falcons. New Orleans is 5-and-5 and thankfully in first place in the NFC South. Atlanta and Tampa Bay are one game back at 4-and-6. Defensive end Cam Jordan says they understand the importance of this game…

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Louisiana Fortify Homes Program will open its fourth round of grants Monday at noon. 750 grants will be awarded to all homeowners on a first-come, first-served basis. Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says interested homeowners should register at LDI dot LA dot GOV slash FORTIFYHOMES.

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Black Friday is behind us, and today is Small Business Saturday. State director of the the National Federation of Independent Business Dawn McVea says while Small Business Saturday about helping small businesses get into the red, in large part, it’s really more about community.

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Good news for retailers this year. The National Retail Federation says many consumers are not waiting late in the year to find bargains for Christmas. LSU Marketing Professor Dan Rice says it’s a win-win.

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It was a hot and extremely dry this summer, but that shouldn’t keep you from finding the perfect fresh Christmas tree. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Black Friday gets all of the attention nationally but Small Business Saturday is important too. Colleen Crain has more

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Despite the hot and extremely dry summer, there are enough fresh Christmas trees to go around. LSU AgCenter research associate Joe Nehlig says there is a little bit of a shortage, but nothing to worry about…

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It’s Bayou classic Weekend as the Southern Jags and Grambling tigers are set to kickoff at one this afternoon. Before that they’ll also have a family fitness fun walk, a Special Olympics Flag Football game, and a fan festival with a dance party and music.  Bayou classic producer nd director Dottie Belletto says they are kicking it up a notch for their 50^th anniversary.

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The 14th-ranked LSU Tigers close out the regular season on Saturday by hosting Texas A&M. The unranked Texas Aggies come into Death Valley with a seven and four record.  Coach Brian Kelly’s team is 8-and-3 and a win today and a victory in a bowl game, gets them to their goal of 10 wins….

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Kick off is set for eleven a.m.

Dawn McVea with the National Federation of Independent Business says Small Business Saturday is about the local community and she says Inflation and labor shortages has made the last year particularly tough on small business but that means you’re more likely to see business owners while you’re shopping and expect great deals…

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And when you shop locally McVea says 67 cents of every dollars stays in the community.

Things are looking up for job growth in the coming year. According to the Advocate, Louisiana is expected to gain over 30,000 jobs over the next 12 months. The fastest gains are expected to be in the Lafayette Area where the next 2 quarters could see a jump of 2 %. New Orleans, Monroe, and Alexandria are also expected to see strong growth. The Louisiana Economic Activity Forecast compiled by Gary Wagner, Acadiana Business Economist says the Bayou State gained 56,000 jobs over the past 5 quarters.

It was a hot and extremely dry this summer, but that shouldn’t keep you from finding the perfect fresh Christmas tree. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Saturday marks the final time Jayden Daniels can impress the Heisman voters before they vote. Daniels has numbers to win the Heisman, but LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly also hopes the voters take a look at how he can dominate a game…

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Distinguished Army Veteran Keambiroiro (KEY EM BAH ROAR O) Edwards was shot and killed in a Bossier City parking lot of a grocery store on Thanksgiving afternoon. Bossier City Police say Edwards was involved in a fight with the suspect when the suspect produced a handgun and shot Edwards who was transported to LSU Ochsner where he was pronounced dead. BCPD has a suspect in custody but have not yet charged him.

While Black Friday is considered the pinnacle of shopping holidays, the National Retail Federation says many consumers are not waiting late in the year to find bargains for Christmas gifts. LSU Marketing Professor Dan Rice says when retailers are getting a jump on Black Friday discounts it’s a win-win.

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Rice says even artificial tree retailers have had Christmas in July sales, and online giant Amazon has Prime Days in July and October to motivate consumers.

It’s the golden anniversary of the Bayou Classic. Brooke Thorington has more on how organizers are marking the special occasion.

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The Saints will visit their biggest rival on Sunday when they take on the Atlanta Falcons. New Orleans is 5-and-5 and thankfully in first place in the NFC South. Atlanta and Tampa Bay are one game back at 4-and-6. Defensive end Cam Jordan says they understand the importance of this game…

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Kick-off on Sunday is at noon.