During his 2014 congressional campaign, Ralph Abraham made a vow to not accept his salary if elected.  However, the Advocate newspaper reports that campaign promise only last for his first two year term. Now, Abraham is running for governor, and his rival, Governor Edwards, is blasting him for it, but ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says it’s likely Abraham’s intentions were good when he initially made the promise.

Cut 10 (10) “…a public servant.”

Abraham says it was a first term promise, and he did keep it for that term.

Now may be a good time to check old lottery tickets you’ve been in possession of. No one has stepped forward to claim a Powerball ticket worth one million dollars that is getting close to expiration. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says although unclaimed prizes do happen from time to time, one of this magnitude is rare.

Cut 7 (06) “…the bigger ones.”

Monroe born and raised Rams offensive lineman Andrew Whitworth is excited to be back home for what is the biggest game of his illustrious, pro-bowl career. Whitworth won three state championships in the Dome, and a 2003 BCS national championship under Nick Saban’s LSU before being drafted by the Bengals in 06, And he knows just how raucous that dome crowd can get, but he says LA is ready for the crowd, and has a lot of experience dealing with the loudest fields in football.

Cut 4 (08) “…the league″

And one of those cheering voices in the crowd will be Governor John Bel Edwards, who will be on hand again to hopefully see the Saints get the win for the second week in a row. Edwards says the Saints are an easy team to root for because of how quarterback Drew Brees conducts himself on and off the field…

Cut 14 (11) “…the Saints”

Kickoff is set for 2PM Sunday. Receiver Keith Kirkwood, who caught a TD last game, has been ruled out for the contest.

Rams offensive lineman Andrew Whitworth is confident heading into Sunday’s NFC Championship game against the Saints because it’s not the first championship he’s played, and won, in Dome…

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

And Governor John Bel Edwards will be at the game as well. Edwards was also on hand for New Orleans come from behind 20-14 win over Philadelphia last Sunday…

Cut 13 (09) “…to nothing.”

The spread in this monumental showdown has tighted, with the Saints being only 3 points favorites in the contest. Wide recevier Keith Kirkwood and tight end Ben Watson of the Saints have been ruled out for Sunday’s 2pm kickoff.

Now may be a good time to check old lottery tickets you’ve been in possession of. No one has stepped forward to claim a Powerball ticket worth one million dollars that is getting close to expiration.  The winning ticket matched up the five white balls of the drawing on August 25, 2018. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says the ticket was sold in New Orleans.

Cut 6 (07) “…come visit us.”

During his 2014 congressional campaign, Ralph Abraham made a vow to not accept his salary if elected.  However, the Advocate newspaper reports that campaign promise only last for his first two year term. Now, Abraham is running for governor, so could this come back to impact his attempt at the Governor’s mansion?  ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says in political campaigns anything becomes fair game for criticism.

Cut 9 (11) “out on it.″

Abraham says it was a promise for his first term, a promise that he kept.

Rams offensive lineman Andrew Whitworth is confident heading into Sunday’s NFC Championship game against the Saints because it’s not the first championship he’s played, and won, in Dome…
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

No one has stepped forward to claim a Powerball ticket worth one million dollars that is getting close to expiration.  The winning ticket matched up the five white balls of the drawing on August 25, 2018. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says the ticket was sold in New Orleans.  So what does Annison say you should do if you find out you are in possession of the ticket?

Cut 8 (06) “…claim your prize.”

During his 2014 congressional campaign, Ralph Abraham made a vow to not accept his salary if elected.  However, the Advocate newspaper reports that campaign promise only last for his first two year term. Now, Abraham is running for governor, so could this come back to impact his attempt at the Governor’s mansion?  ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says in political campaigns anything becomes fair game for criticism.
Cut 9 (11) “out on it.″

Governor John Bel Edwards has a busy weekend in front of him. On Saturday, he’ll participate in a 5K race that’s part of the eighth running of the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge.  And on Sunday, the Saints will be in the Merecdes Benz Superdome for the NFC Championship game against the Rams. Edwards says the Saints are an easy team to root for because of how quarterback Drew Brees conducts himself on and off the field…

Cut 14 (11) “…the Saints”

During his 2014 congressional campaign, Ralph Abraham made a vow to not accept his salary if elected.  However, the Advocate newspaper reports that campaign promise only last for his first two year term. Now, Abraham is running for governor. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says its likely Abraham’s intentions were good when he initially made the promise.

Cut 10 (10) “…a public servant.”

Abraham released a statement saying it was a promise he made for his first Congressional term, and he kept it.

Governor John Bel Edwards has a busy weekend in front of him. On Saturday, he’ll participate in a 5K race that’s part of the eighth running of the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge. And on Sunday, he’ll be there for the NFC Championship. Edwards was also on hand for New win over Philadelphia last Sunday…

Cut 13 (09) “…to nothing.”

Now may be a good time to check old lottery tickets you’ve been in possession of. No one has stepped forward to claim a Powerball ticket worth one million dollars that is getting close to expiration. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says although unclaimed prizes do happen from time to time, one of this magnitude is rare.

Cut 7 (06) “…the bigger ones.”

The winning ticket matched up the five white balls of the drawing on August 25, 2018.

Former West Monroe High, LSU and now Rams offensive lineman pro-bowler Andrew Whitworth is looking forward to returning to the scene of some of his greatest athletic triumphs Sunday against the Saints. Whitworth made frequent trips to the dome during high school with a dominant Rebels team, along with a visit in 2003 under Nick Saban’s Purple and Gold, but that success all but dried up in the NFL after he was drafted by the Bengals in 2006.  He says last week’s win over Dallas was special, because it’s the first time he’s ever known postseason success.

Cut 5 (11) “…get there.”

Rams offensive lineman Andrew Whitworth is confident heading into Sunday’s NFC Championship game against the Saints because it’s not the first championship he’s played, and won, in Dome…

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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Could a campaign promise from 2014 come back to haunt Congressman Ralph Abraham as he runs for Governor?  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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Former West Monroe High, LSU and now Rams offensive lineman Andrew Whitworth is looking forward to returning to the scene of some of his greatest athletic triumphs Sunday against the Saints. Whitworth made frequent trips to the dome during high school with a dominant Rebels team, along with a visit in 2003 under Nick Saban’s Purple and Gold…

Cut 3 (12) “…championship.”

The 37-year-old Whitworth is in his 13th season.

And he knows just how raucous that dome crowd can get, but he says LA is ready for the crowd, and has a lot of experience dealing with the loudest fields in football.

Cut 4 (08) “…the league″

Despite finding incredible success before turning pro, Whitworth has had a tough road since entering the NFL. He was drafted by a Cincinnati team in 2006 that languished in mediocrity for all of his career. He says last week’s win over Dallas was special, because it’s the first time he’s ever known postseason success.

Cut 5 (11) “…get there.”

Kickoff is set for 2PM.

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Now may be a good time to check old lottery tickets you’ve been in possession of. No one has stepped forward to claim a Powerball ticket worth one million dollars that is getting close to expiration.  The winning ticket matched up the five white balls of the drawing on August 25, 2018. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says the ticket was sold in New Orleans.

Cut 6 (07) “…come visit us.”

Annison says although unclaimed prizes do happen from time to time, one of this magnitude is rare.

Cut 7 (06) “…the bigger ones.”

So what does Annison say you should do if you find out you are in possession of the ticket?

Cut 8 (06) “…claim your prize.”

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During his 2014 congressional campaign, Ralph Abraham made a vow to not accept his salary if elected.  However, the Advocate newspaper reports that campaign promise only last for his first two year term. Now, Abraham is running for governor, so could this come back to impact his attempt at the Governor’s mansion?  ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says in political campaigns anything becomes fair game for criticism.

Cut 9 (11) “out on it.″

Stockley says it’s likely Abraham’s intentions were good when he initially made the promise.

Cut 10 (10) “…a public servant.”

Stockley says he does not foresee this a being a major issue in the eyes of voters.

Cut 11 (09) “…out over time.”

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Governor John Bel Edwards has a busy weekend in front of him. On Saturday, he’ll participate in a 5K race that’s part of the eighth running of the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge. Edwards says during his run or walk he’ll also push disabled children in a stroller for the Ainsley Angels organization

Cut 12 (11)   “…enjoy myself.”

And on Sunday, the Saints will be in the Merecdes Benz Superdome for the NFC Championship game against the Rams. Edwards was also on hand for New Orleans come from behind 20-14 win over Philadelphia last Sunday…

Cut 13 (09) “…to nothing.”

Edwards says the Saints are an easy team to root for because of how quarterback Drew Brees conducts himself on and off the field…

Cut 14 (11) “…the Saints”

Could a campaign promise from 2014 come back to haunt Congressman Ralph Abraham as he runs for Governor?  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 2 (30) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”  

Governor John Bel Edwards has a busy weekend in front of him. On Saturday, he’ll participate in a 5K race that’s part of the eighth running of the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge. Edwards says he’ll push disabled children in a stroller for the Ainsley Angels organization

Cut 12 (11)   “…enjoy myself.”

Former West Monroe High, LSU and now Rams offensive lineman Andrew Whitworth is looking forward to returning to the scene of some of his greatest athletic triumphs Sunday against the Saints. Whitworth made frequent trips to the dome during high school with a dominant Rebels team, along with a visit in 2003 under Nick Saban’s Purple and Gold…

Cut 3 (12) “…championship.”

The 37-year-old Pro Bowler is in his 13th season.

Now may be a good time to check old lottery tickets you’ve been in possession of. No one has stepped forward to claim a Powerball ticket worth one million dollars that is getting close to expiration.  The winning ticket matched up the five white balls of the drawing on August 25, 2018. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says the ticket was sold in New Orleans.

Cut 6 (07) “…come visit us.”

Former West Monroe High, LSU and now Rams offensive lineman Andrew Whitworth is looking forward to returning to the scene of some of his greatest athletic triumphs Sunday against the Saints. Whitworth made frequent trips to the dome during high school with a dominant Rebels team, along with a visit in 2003 under Nick Saban’s Purple and Gold, so he’s used to the booming crowds both here and elsewhere.

Cut 4 (08) “…the league″

Now may be a good time to check old lottery tickets you’ve been in possession of. No one has stepped forward to claim a Powerball ticket worth one million dollars that is getting close to expiration.  The winning ticket matched up the five white balls of the drawing on August 25, 2018. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison.

Cut 8 (06) “…claim your prize.”

That million dollar ticket was sold to a customer in New Orleans.

During his 2014 congressional campaign, Ralph Abraham made a vow to not accept his salary if elected.  However, the Advocate newspaper reports that campaign promise only last for his first two year term. Now, Abraham is running for governor, so could this come back to impact his attempt at the Governor’s mansion?  ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says in political campaigns anything becomes fair game for criticism.

Cut 9 (11) “out on it.″

Governor John Bel Edwards has a busy weekend in front of him. On Saturday, he’ll participate in a 5K race that’s part of the eighth running of the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge. Edwards says during his run or walk he’ll also push disabled children in a stroller for the Ainsley Angels organization

Cut 12 (11)   “…enjoy myself.”

And on Sunday, the Saints will be in the Merecdes Benz Superdome for the NFC Championship game against the Rams.

A lot of people showed up to work wearing a Saints jersey today as the Black and Gold are on the cusp of reaching the Super Bowl for only the second time in franchise history. Governor John Bel Edwards was at last week’s 20-14 come from behind playoff win over the Eagles and he’ll be there again on Sunday…
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In West Monroe, there’s a group of people who will be rooting for Los Angeles That’s because former West Monroe and LSU star Andrew Whitworth plays left tackle for the Rams. In his 13th NFL season, he finally won his first playoff game last week and doesn’t want to stop now…
cut 5 (11) “…get there”
Kick-off on Sunday is at 2:05.

State Climatologist Barry Keim says strong storms will move through the state tonight and into tomorrow morning and then you’ll need a heavy jacket..
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Low temperatures are expected to get below freezing in central and north Louisiana on Sunday and Monday.

The Louisiana Lottery says no one has stepped forward to claim a one-million dollar Powerball ticket that was purchased in August at Ideal mart in New Orleans. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says the ticket will expire on February 21st. Annison says unclaimed prizes happen from time to time, but one of this mangitude is rare…
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If you are the owner of this ticket from the August 25th drawing, you can claim your prize one of the Lottery’s five regional offices or at their headquarters building in Baton Rouge.

Now may be a good time to check old lottery tickets you’ve been in possession of.  No one has stepped forward to claim a Powerball ticket worth one million dollars that is getting close to expiration.  The winning ticket matched up the five white balls of the drawing on August 25, 2018. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says the ticket was sold in New Orleans.
Cut 6 (07) “…come visit us.”

Former West Monroe High, LSU and now Ram offensive lineman Andrew Whitworth is looking forward to returning to the scene of some of his greatest athletic triumphs Sunday against the Saints. Whitworth made frequent trips to the dome during high school with a dominant Rebels team, along with a visit in 2003 under Saban’s Purple and Gold…
Cut 3 (12) “…championship.”

The 37-year-old was born and raised in Monroe.

House Republican leadership continues to block a recommendation to increase the amount of money the state has available to spend. Matt Doyle has more on the lack of inaction from the Revenue Estimating Conference…
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