Northwestern State administrators opted to cancel the football season citing the mental health of players after safety Ronnie Caldwell was killed. But one player says they want to play…

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It’s cold today and strong winds are making it feel even colder. LRN Meteorologist John Wetherbee say the gusty winds and low humidity also produces dangerous fire weather conditions

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Since the NCAA began allowing college athletes to be paid for their name, image, and likeness in July of 2021, LSU athletes have inked numerous deals and LSU associate athletics director, Taylor Jacobs, says the next big thing to possibly come is revenue sharing. Under a revenue-sharing model, schools would share TV profits with athletes. She’s concerned about the future of Olympic sports that are not showcased on television…

Cut 5 (11) “ …sustain that model”  

With the first real cold weather of the season, Ashley Rodrigue with the state fire marshall’s office wants to remind us to be safe. Never leave a space heater unattended and turn it off when sleeping because radiant heat from the source over time could catch a blanket on fire. Also, Rodrigue says never to use a stove, oven or Sterno can to warm your home, they’ve been known to cause home fires.

the safest way to stay warm when sleeping?…

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Administrators at Northwestern State decided to cancel the remainder of the football season after player Ronnie Caldwell was killed. But Sophomore tight end Travon Jones started a petition to change that. On the Natchitoches Parish Journal Podcast he says playing football is the best way for them to deal with grief.

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The petition can be found on Change-dot-org “We Want to finish our 2023 season out.”

It’s cold outside and If you’re looking for additional heat, Ashley Rodrigue with the State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds you to do so safely. Never use an extension cord with a space heater because it could create an additional power source that isn’t equipped to handle the amount of electricity needed for the heater.

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LSU athletes have agreed to almost two-thousand name, image, and likeness deals since the NCAA allowed them to receive endorsements in July of 2021. LSU associate athletics director, Taylor Jacobs, says the athletes are using their NIL money in a variety of ways.

cut 3 (10) “…home.”

Two starters on LSU’s defense will be missing Saturday when they face the Alabama Crimson Tide, cornerback Zy Alexander and defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo. Wingo will miss the rest of the regular season after undergoing surgery. But Coach Brian Kelly says they have enough depth on the D-Line…
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It’s a cold day for outdoor Halloween activities. It will be in the low to mid 50s when most communities are holding trick or treat activities. And a strong wind out of the north is making it feel even colder. LRN Meteorologist John Wetherbee says after a hot summer and warm October, we are not used to this…
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Wetherbee says the gusty winds and low humidity also produces dangerous fire weather conditions. Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain is asking the public not to light a match when outside…
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According to candy-store-dot-com, Lemonheads is the most popular candy in Louisiana. Reese’s Cups is the most popular candies in the U-S, followed by M-and-M’s.
Northwestern State defensive tackle Travon Jones has started a petition on change-dot-org in the hopes he can get a large number of signatures to convince the school’s administration to let them play again this season. Jones told the Natchitoches Parish Journal that most of the team wants to keep playing.
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University President Doctor Marcus Jones made the controversial decision last week to end the season prematurely, citing the mental health of the players following the fatal shooting of safety Ronnie Caldwell.

The collective, Bayou Traditions, was started earlier this year. It’s a place where donors can go to help fund NIL deals for LSU players. There’s also the Tiger Athletic Foundation which helps raise money for facilities. LSU Associate Athletics Director Taylor Jacobs says some donors have a tough choice to make…
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After the fatal shooting of Northwestern State football player Ronnie Caldwell, the season was canceled. But Sophomore tight end Travon Jones has started a petition to change that. On the Natchitoches Parish Journal Podcast, Jones said players were never asked about ending the season.

Cut 6 (06) “…to everyone.”

You can find the petition at change-dot-org “We Want to finish our 2023 season out.”

Trick or Treaters will have to bundle up tonight as this will be one of the colder Halloweens we’ve experienced. State Climatologist Barry Keim says the wind can cut right through if you don’t have enough layers on…

Cut 11 (10) “…temperatures falling.” 
The gusty winds and low humidity also produce dangerous fire weather conditions.

LSU Associate Athletics Director Taylor Jacobs provided an update on N-I-L and what’s next in the world of college athletics. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Two starters on LSU’s defense will be missing Saturday when the Tigers take on the Crimson Tide. Cornerback Zy Alexander and defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo are out due to injuries. Wingo will also miss the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery.

Last October was one of the deadliest on Louisiana roadways since 2008 and because many adults will be celebrating with alcohol for Halloween, Gregory Fisher with The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission urges you to make good choices.

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He also reminds parents to walk against traffic while trick-or-treating with your children, stay in a group and wear bright colors.

You’ll definitely feel a change in the air with the cooler temps today, and summer is finally over in Louisiana.  State Climatologist Barry Keim

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Highs today will only be in the 50s and it will also be breezy. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for central and south Louisiana, which means dangerous fire conditions have returned.

The state says there are about 65 hundred homeowners possibly eligible for federal grant dollars that had damage during the 2020 and 21 hurricanes but have yet to turn in an application and today is the application deadline.

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And with a change in the weather the National Fire Protection Association urges you to be extremely careful when using a space heater. Space heaters are the most common cause of home fires. Never leave it unattended when in use, place it away from flammable objects and plug the cord directly into an outlet never use an extension cord.

It will be a cold and a blustery Halloween. State Climatologist Barry Keim says expect the next few days to be chilly as we’ll experience our coldest morning temperatures in several months…
cut 12 (09) “…even Friday”
A freeze warning is in effect for tonight as low temperatures are expected to dip into the upper 20s for some parts of the state.

Today is the last day for homeowners who suffered damages in the 2020-21 hurricanes and the May 2021 severe storms to apply for funding that can be used to repair your home. Director of the Louisiana Office of Community Development, Pat Forbes, says there are about 65-hundred homeowners who have completed the initial survey, but not submitted applications…
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Homeowners can submit their application at restore-dot-la-dot-gov.

LSU athletes have agreed to almost two-thousand name, image, and likeness deals since the NCAA allowed college athletes to receive endorsements. The NIL era began in July of 2021 and LSU associate athletics director, Taylor Jacobs, says the athletes are using their NIL money in a variety of ways…
cut 3 (10) “….home”
Jacobs says Tiger athletes have partnered with Nike, Puma. Raising Canes and Taco Bell to name a few.

The Sugar Bowl has been a college football staple since 1935. But with the expansion of the college football playoffs looming, it’s in danger of losing its clout. Sugar Bowl CEO Jeff Hundley says they are actively raising money and hoping the business community will help out.
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Hundley says several cities that do not have a major bowl game are lining up massive dollars to bid to host future quarterfinal, semifinal and championship games.

Trick or Treaters will have to bundle up tonight as this will be one of the colder Halloweens we’ve experienced. State Climatologist Barry Keim says the wind can cut right through if you don’t have enough layers on…
cut 11(10) “..temperatures falling”
The gusty winds and low humidity also produces dangerous fire weather conditions.

Louisiana Highway Safety Commission spokesperson Greg Fischer says drivers need to be extra vigilant as Trick or Treaters will be out tonight…
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Fischer says trick or treaters should walk against traffic, wear bright colors and you’re safer in a group.

According to candy-store-dot-com, Lemonheads are the most popular candy in Louisiana. A bit of a surprise if you ask me. Reese’s Cups are the most popular candies in the U-S, followed by M-and-M’s.

The Sugar Bowl is actively seeking money from the business community to make sure the annual bowl game remains one of the upper tier bowl games when the college football playoff expands to 12 teams next year. Sugar Bowl CEO Jeff Hundley says the Sugar Bowl is only guaranteed to host a quarterfinal game following the 2024 and 25 seasons, beyond that it’s unknown…
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For more information go to supportthesugarbowl.com.

LSU Coach Brian Kelly says starting defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo and starting cornerback Zy Alexander will not play this Saturday against Alabama. Also corners Duce Chestnut and Denver Harris remain inactive. Kelly says several freshmen corners need to be ready…
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Kick-off is at 6:45.

Today will be one of the colder Halloweens we’ve experienced. Brooke Thorington has more…
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According to the National Retail Federation, Halloween spending is up. NRF Vice President of Industry and Consumer Insights, Katherine Cullen, says people will spend on average 108-dollars, up eight dollars from last year…
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The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission is urging motorists to watch out for pedestrians and trick-or-treaters tonight. Also don’t mix alcohol and driving with your Halloween celebrations…
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That’s Louisiana Highway Safety Commission Spokesperson Gregory Fischer says last October, 94 people were killed in roadway crashes, one of the deadliest months on record since 2008.

The Allstate Sugar Bowl is celebrating its 90th anniversary, but bowl organizers are concerned about losing its clout when college football expands to a 12-team format next year….
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The Sugar Bowl will be a quarterfinal site for the first two years of the expanded playoff, but after that it’s unclear what role the Sugar Bowl will have. That’s why the bowl game is looking for private financial support and have a website supportthesugarbowl.com.