More trailers are now being occupied by Hurricane Ida victims who wish to remain on their property, but whose homes were badly damaged. The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness is overseeing the temporary housing program, and spokesman Mike Steele says it’s the first time the state has been involved with emergency housing, because FEMA wouldn’t have been able to get anyone into a trailer until well into November…:

CUT 11(11)      “…on a daily basis.”

Louisiana loggers need to know, if their business was hurt by the COVID pandemic, there’s disaster assistance available. Louisiana Forestry Association Executive Director Buck Vandersteen says the money is for master loggers who have experienced recent revenue losses…:

CUT 13(12)      “…in their process”

He says call the LFA for details.

If you live in the 337 or 504 area code you now have to dial all ten digits when calling – even locally. FCC spokesperson Paloma Perez says it’s because those area codes have 988 exchanges which will be used in the future for a national suicide hotline…:

CUT 03(09)      “…intended for.”

Hoping to see some relief in the high prices at the fuel pump? Louisiana AAA’s Don Redman says that doesn’t seem to be in the cards this Fall…:

CUT 06(12)      “…the immediate horizon.”

Redman says we’re now relying on OPEC for most of our crude oil and they’re inflating prices with low levels of production.

Governor Edwards’ mask mandate expires tomorrow, but will he extend it? COVID numbers ARE trending downward. The Governor’s press event is at 3 pm tomorrow.

If you’re hoping to see gasoline prices go back down anytime soon, prepare for a disappointment. Louisiana AAA’s Don Redman says the inflated fuels costs aren’t due to a lack of product available…:

CUT 08  (07)        “…of crude oil.”
He says production from OPEC and the price they charge is behind the spikes. He expects no reversal in the near future.

When we talk about professions negatively impacted by natural disasters like hurricanes, we rarely mention loggers. State Treasurer John Schroder says he’ll make stops in Alexandria, Columbia, Monroe & Shreveport to promote a Louisiana Loggers Relief Grant program. Schroder says it’s a one-time grant of up to $25-thousand, but so far only a little over a million has been handed out…:

CUT 12  (11)        “…any taxes on it.”

Loggers who need more information should go to the State Treasurer’s website.

More families are now in travel trailers after being displaced by Hurricane Ida. Brooke Thorington has more on the new state program intended to speed up the process…:

CUT 02(31)      “…Thorington”

With all the pandemic–related shortages and delivery delays we’re experiencing, experts warn of one that will really sting: a liquor shortage. A great deal of the booze we enjoy comes in via cargo ships and we all heard what’s going on there. Container ships are waiting in line to get into ports on the west coast as well as in Louisiana.

More trailers are now being occupied by Hurricane Ida victims who’ve registered with the state’s new temporary housing assistance program. GOHSEP spokesman Mike Steele says there are a lot of moving parts to the program that need to be addressed…:

CUT 10(11)      “…type of RV park.”

If you need a temporary home, go to “IdaShelteringLA.com” to find out how.

Folks living in the Louisiana area codes 337 and 504 had to begin ten-digit dialing yesterday; even for local calls. This change was necessary to accommodate the national suicide and mental health crisis hotline, which will be reached by dialing 9-8-8. There are local numbers in those two areas that begin with 988, so the area code is now necessary to avoid misdials. FCC spokesperson Paloma Perez says you can reach the hotline now, but dialing 800-273-TALK, but…:

CUT 05(08)      ”…mental health crisis.”

Gas prices across Louisiana keep moving higher with no indication they are about to reverse course. More from Dave Brannen…:

CUT 01(32)      “…Brannen”

The trial of former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Jack Strain got underway today. Strain is accused of sexually abusing a number of juveniles before and during his 20-year stint as sheriff. The 58-year-old Strain was indicted more than two years ago on 4 counts of aggravated rape, 2 counts of aggravated incest, and 1 count each of sexual battery and indecent behavior with a juvenile.

If you have a 337 or 504 area code beginning today, you have to dial all ten digits when calling locally. FCC Spokesperson Paloma Perez says the change is being implemented now so callers in those area codes will be in the habit of dialing all ten digits well before the July launch next year of the 988 national counseling phone line.

Cut 4 (06) “…noble cause.”

Next year 988 will act like 911 and put callers in direct contact with a mental health crisis hotline

Gas prices continue to increase, AAA spokesperson Don Redman says the higher gas prices not seen is seven years are being fueled by no uptick in oil production by OPEC.

Cut 7 (10) “….more than anything.”  

The average price for regular gas in Louisiana has climbed to $3.15 a gallon.

More trailers are now occupied by those who’ve registered with the state’s new program to help those displaced by Hurricane Ida to remain on their property. Mike Steele is the spokesperson for the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness…

Cut 9 (12) “…purchased.”

In addition to processing registrations, Steele says the newly formed IdaShelteringLA.com program is purchasing trailers and performing site inspections where the trailers will be placed.

Since the Angola Rodeo had to be canceled this year, the Louisiana Penitentiary is hosting an Arts and Crafts show December 4^th instead and tickets go on sale today. Corrections Secretary Jimmy LeBlanc says this is the perfect opportunity to do your holiday shopping locally and be sure you have plenty of space in your vehicle.

Cut 15 (08)  “…the make.”

If you have a 337 or 504 area code, as of today, you have to dial all ten digits when calling locally. FCC Spokesperson Paloma Perez says it’s because those area codes have 988 exchanges which will be used in the future for a national suicide hotline.

Cut 3 (09) “….intended for.”

Perez says the change is being implemented now so callers in the 337 and 504 area codes will be in the habit of dialing all ten digits well before the July 2022 launch of 988 the national counseling phone line.

If your wallet’s banking on seeing a drop in gas prices sometime soon, Don Redman, field analyst for Triple-A, says that doesn’t seem to be in the cards this fall for drivers in Louisiana or elsewhere.

Cut 6 (12) “…the immediate horizon.” 

Early Voting for the November 13^th election starts on Saturday. Governor Edwards has come out in favor of two of the four amendments on the ballot. Kevin Gallagher has more…:

Cut 30 (28)  “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.” 

The Saints return from a bye week tonight as they visit the Seahawks in Seattle. New Orleans has a couple of big injuries on offense, Taysom Hill and Deonte Harris are out.

Now today’s commodity report.

MiniPig

Booster shots are now available and depending on which one you got, your age and or medical conditions dictate if you need one. Brooke Thorington explains.

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

An additional 65-million-federal-dollars are being allocated to Louisiana for transportation and infrastructure projects. That word comes from Congressman Garret Graves who believes “the flexibility of these specific funds will help solve real transportation needs in our community immediately.”

Cut 9 (07)  “…are right now.”

There are four constitutional amendments on the November 13^th statewide ballot, and Louisiana’s governor says he’s all for two of them. Amendment One would authorize a centralized state tax collecting authority. Currently, there are numerous such Authorities in different cities across the state. Governor John Bel Edwards says he would like to see the amendment pass…:

Cut 10 (10)  “…their support for this.” 

Three weeks after the governor announced the Louisiana-managed FEMA-funded Hurricane Ida Sheltering Program, 13-hundred travel trailers have been purchased by the state for use by the storm’s victims who were left at least temporarily homeless by the damage. At least 31 of the trailers have been set up in St. Charles, Terrebonne and St. James parishes. Another 61 units are staged at locations in the five parishes hardest hit by Ida to await installation. Nearly 500 are at staging areas at Blue Bayou Water Park and the Houma Civic Center.

COVID vaccine booster shots have been authorized for both the Moderna and Pfizer two-dose vaccines. State Immunization Director Dr. Frank Welch says a booster should be given six months or more after the second dose of your vaccine to provide additional protection.

Cut 4 (08) “…severe illness.”
The booster is recommended for those 65 and older, or persons 18 and older with an underlying health condition or who work and/or live in a setting that puts them at greater risk. And boosters are recommended for everyone who got the Johnson and Johnson vaccine.

An additional 65-million-federal-dollars are being allocated to Louisiana for transportation and infrastructure projects. Congressman Garret Graves.

Cut 7 (09) “…state of Louisiana.”
Graves says the money can be used to improve LA one and I-10 land reconfiguration in Baton Rouge.

Of the four Constitutional amendments on the November 13^th statewide ballot, Governor Edwards supports the first two. Amendment One would authorize a centralized state tax collecting authority. And Amendment Two would actually LOWER the maximum allowable rate of state income tax and authorize a state tax deduction for federal income taxes paid. Under the current tax structure, Edwards says the feds – in effect – determine how much tax Louisianans pay and feels it’s better to trade exemptions for lower tax rates.

Cut 12 (09) “…volatility in Louisiana.”

Tickets go on sale today for Louisiana’s State Penitentiary Arts and Crafts Show on December fourth. Corrections Secretary Jimmy Leblanc says they wanted to hold a scaled-down event to boost morale and give attendees a chance to buy one-of-a-kind goods since the rodeo had to be canceled.

Cut 14 (08)  “…exposed to.”

More federal dollars are headed to Louisiana to help address what Congressman Garret Graves sees as Louisiana’s highest priority transportation projects.  More from Dave Brannen.

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Dave Brannen.” 

Since February of 2020 Louisiana has lost sixteen percent of its construction jobs, more than 47 other states according to the Associated General Contractors of America. Widespread supply chain disruptions and lack of federal infrastructure funding are reasons given as to why the state has seen a loss of 22,000 construction jobs.

COVID vaccine booster shots have been authorized for both the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines State Immunization Director Dr. Frank Welch says a booster should be given six months or more after the second dose of your vaccine for additional protection. It’s recommended for those 65 and older, or persons 18 and older with an underlying health condition or who work and/or live in a setting that puts them at greater risk. And it if you had the Johnson & Johnson vaccine…

Cut 5 (08) “…first shot.”

Since the Angola Rodeo had to be canceled this year, the Louisiana Penitentiary is hosting an Arts and Crafts show December 4^th instead and tickets go on sale today. Corrections Secretary Jimmy LeBlanc says this is the perfect opportunity to do your holiday shopping locally and be sure you have plenty of space in your vehicle.

Cut 15 (08)  “…the make.”

You can purchase tickets at AngolaRodeo-dot-com or at the gate on the day of the festival.

Early Voting for the November 13th election starts on Saturday. Governor Edwards has come out in favor of two of the four amendments on the ballot. Kevin Gallagher has more…:
Cut 3 (28) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

According to the governor’s office. Edwards is in Seattle for a fundraiser at the Saints game. A COVID media briefing could be called tomorrow as the statewide mask mandate expires on Wednesday. As of Friday, the number of COVID patients in the hospital was 342, a significant drop from the three thousand we saw in August.

COVID vaccine booster shots have been authorized for both the Moderna and Pfizer two-dose vaccines. State Immunization Director Dr. Frank Welch says a booster should be given six months or more after the second dose of your vaccine to provide additional protection.
Cut 4 (08) “…severe illness.”
The booster is recommended for those 65 and older, or persons 18 and older with an underlying health condition or who work and/or live in a setting that puts them at greater risk. He says if you had the one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine the booster shot is highly recommended for you, regardless of age or preexisting health conditions.

And good news from Congressman Garret Graves’ office, he says the state will receive an additional 65-million dollars from the federal government that can be spent on transportation and infrastructure projects…
cut 8 (12) “…..work on I-12”

Governor John Bel Edwards says he supports Constitutional Amendment Two on the November 13th ballot. Edwards likes the proposal because it would lower individual and business income taxes, but also do away with the ability to deduct federal taxes paid on your state income tax form…
cut 11 (06) “….that’s what this does”
Early voting for the November 13th election begins Saturday.

The state health department says Moderna and Pfizer booster shots are now available to certain high-risk adults. And the CDC allows for the mixing and matching of doses, so if you first had the Pfizer vaccine, you can receive a Moderna booster. State Immunization Director Doctor Frank Welch says if you are confused about the vaccines or booster shoots…
cut 6 (10) “….hotline”
The COVID vaccine hotline is 1-855-453-0774.

An additional 65-million-federal-dollars are being allocated to Louisiana for transportation and infrastructure projects. That word comes from Congressman Garret Graves.
Cut 7 (09) “…state of Louisiana.”
Graves says the money can be used to improve LA one and I-10 land reconfiguration in Baton Rouge.

Tickets go on sale today for the Fall Arts and Crafts Show at the Louisiana State Penitentiary set for December 4th. Since the Angola Prison Rodeo has been canceled for the last two years due to the pandemic, Corrections Secretary Jimmy Le Blanc says they wanted to give inmates an opportunity to show and sell the crafts.
Cut 13 (09) “…are ready.”
Tickets can be purchased at angola-rodeo-dot-com.