11.12.18
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6:45 LRN Sportscast

What a performance by the Saints yesterday as they completely dominated the Bengals 51-14. There was a thought the Black and Gold would produce a flat performance after emotional wins over the Vikings and Rams, but Quarterback Drew Brees says the players were ready to play….
cut 15 (09) “…of the season”
The Saints scored on their first nine possessions. They didn’t score on their last drive, because the team took a knee to end the game. Drew Brees threw for 265 yards and three touchdowns. Michael Thomas caught two of those touchdown passes. The defense was great too as they held the Bengals to 284 yards of offense.

NFC South foes Atlanta and Tampa Bay also lost, while the Rams won, holding on to beat Seattle. New Orleans will host Philadelphia this Sunday at 3:25. The Eagles are coming off a home loss to Dallas.

LSU holds steady in the major college football polls as they are ranked 10th. The Tigers host 1-and-10 Rice on Saturday at 6:30.

Louisiana Tech beat Rice on Saturday 28-13 as Jaqwis Dancy had a career-high three touchdowns and Adrian Hardy caught a career-high 10 passes. The Bulldogs will be at Hattiesburg on Saturday to face Southern Miss.

ULM is bowl eligible after beating South Alabama on Saturday. With a win this Saturday over South Al, the Ragin Cajuns can become bowl eligible. UL Lafayette coach Billy Napier says he’s still looking for his team to put it all together…
cut 20 (13) “….every area”

In the Southland, Northwestern State’s double overtime upset win over McNeese gives Nicholls a chance on Saturday to earn an automatic berth in the F-C-S playoffs with a win on Thursday over Southeastern Louisiana.

Grambling and Southern both win. They’ll decide the SWAC West title when they meet in the Bayou Classic.

11.12.18
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6:30 LRN Newscast November 12

There’s one more statewide election left in 2018 and that will decide who will be our secretary of state. Republican Kyle Ardoin, currently serves as interim secretary of state and says he’ll fight against Democratic policies that would relax voting requirements…
cut 9 (10) “….liberal organizations”
But Ardoin’s opponent, Democrat Gwen Collins-Greenup disagrees, saying after hearing from voters on the campaign trail, her priority would be to make voting more accessible for more people….
cut 10 (10) “…a plan”
The run off will be held December 8th.

It’s a wild weather day, radar indicates strong storms along the I-20 corridor and coastal parishes are under a tornado watch until noon today.

The Saints clobbered Cincinnati 51-14 yesterday for the Black and Gold’s eighth straight win. Quarterback Drew Brees threw as many touchdown passes as incompletions, three. Michael Thomas had two touchdown catches and Alvin Kamara also found the end zone twice. Brees says the long opening drive that ended with six points set the tone…
Cut 14 (12) “…line of scrimmage.”
The Saints are 8-and-1 and host the Eagles this Sunday. Philadelphia lost to Dallas last night.

LSU is ranked 10th in the major college football polls. The Tigers host 1-and-10 Rice on Saturday at 6:30.

11.11.18
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LRN AM Newscall November 12

The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority is performing a $34 million project that uses rock-filled sacks to protect the Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge in Cameron Parish.  Kevin Barnhart has more.

Cut 1 (31) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

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Republican Interim Secretary Kyle Ardoin and Democrat minister and elections worker Gwen Collins-Greenup state their case for why they should be Secretary of State…

Cut 2 (30) “Im Matt Doyle”  

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Consumers are set to spent a record amount of money this year for the holiday season. Matt Doyle has more.

Cut 3 (30) “…Matt Doyle”

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The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority is working on a $34 million project that will use rock-filled sacks to protect the Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge in Cameron Parish.  Authority project manager Bevin Barringer says an aggregate material is being used to keep the so called pillows, about the size of a small car, from sinking in the mucky soil.

Cut 4 (09) “…with armor stone.″

The pillows are being placed by crane along a 3-mile stretch of shoreline.  Barringer says the coastal erosion is a major concern for the area.

Cut 5 (12)  “…200 feet.” 

With erosion rapidly taking its toll on the area, Barringer says the objective is to stabilize the shoreline.

Cut 6 (12) “…constructing this project.”

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The Secretary of State’s run-off pits the now Interim Secretary, against a Democratic political new comer from East Feliciana. Interim Secretary Kyle Ardoin, the Republican in the race was appointed assistant secretary to Tom Schedler in 2010, and says his eight years in a leadership position in that office makes him the most qualified candidate.

Cut 7 (10) “…voter ID”

Ardoin assumed the Interim role after Schedler resigned in the wake of a sexual harassment scandal involving an employee. In and interview with LRN, the victim said Ardoin was aware of the harassment.

The Democrat, Gwen Collins-Greenup, a minister who worked elections at the East Feliciana Clerks Office, says her door to door campaign style reflects her opinion that politicians should do more to connect with the personal needs of constituents.

Cut 8 (11) “…participation up”

Collins-Greenup shocked analysts by making the run-off despite only raising 3,000 dollars and not securing the Democratic Party endorsement.

Ardoin says as a Republican he’s more representative of Louisiana’s values then Collins-Greenup, and he’ll fight against Democratic policies that would relax requirements for voting.

Cut 9 (10) “…liberal organizations”

Several of Ardoin’s Republican opponents criticized his handling of a now canceled voting machine contract process that two of the companies say was rigged.

But Collins-Greenup disagrees, saying after hearing from voters on the campaign trail, her priority would be to make voting more accessible for more people.

Cut 10 (10)   “…a plan“

The run-off will be held December 8th.

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Six weeks from today it’s Christmas Eve and the National Retail Federation projects a consumer will spend on average, 1,007 dollars this holiday season, up 4 percent over last year. N-R-F spokesperson Ana Serafin Smith says we’ve never seen a November and December this big.

Cut 11 (07) “…season.”

21 percent of consumers say they already started their shopping back in October.

On a whole it’s the biggest year on record as the economy is on the up-tick and some customers are finding themselves with a little more cash in their pockets than they used to have. Serafin Smith says 720-billion dollars will be spent this season.

Cut 12 (08)   “…2017”

Gift cards top the popularity list, followed by clothing, then books, movies, music, and electronics.

That thousand dollar average will be split up among your traditional gifts, and party goods you purchase to make that family get-together memorable. Serafin-Smith says folks are even spending a little more on themselves.

Cut 13 (12) “…155 dollars.”

Online shopping is on the rise, with 55 percent of customers saying they plan to both shop online and in store.

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The Saints clobbered Cincinnati 51-14 yesterday for the Black and Gold’s eighth straight win. Quarterback Drew Brees threw as many touchdown passes as incompletions, three. Michael Thomas had two touchdown catches and Alvin Kamara also found the end zone twice. Brees says the long opening drive that ended with six points set the tone…

Cut 14 (12) “…line of scrimmage.”

The victory comes on the heels of two emotional wins over the Vikings and Rams. Some analysts warned this was a trap game, with a home game against Eagles coming up next. But Brees says the players were ready to play…

Cut 15 (09) “…of the season”

The defense sacked Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton four times and picked him off twice. Saints running back Mark Ingram has his first 100-yard game of the season as he averaged eight yards a rush. Coach Sean Payton says it was a well balanced game…

 

Cut 16 (11) “…solid game.”

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LSU heads into its final home game of the year of the with an 8-2 record after holding on to beat Arkansas 24-17 on a frigid night in Fayetteville. The Tigers looked like they were going to win this game going away, but the Hogs scored two fourth quarter touchdowns. Coach Ed Orgeron was happy, even though the game got close…

Cut 17 (21) “we did”

Orgeron was looking for a bounce back win, after getting shutout by top ranked Alabama and that’s what he got on Saturday…

Cut 18 (19) “to the season”

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ULM is bowl eligible after beating South Alabama 38-10 and the Ragin Cajuns are one win away from a sixth win to become bowl eligible. UL-Lafayette rushed for a season-high 355 yards in a 36-22 win over Georgia State. Running back Raymond Calais had a career-high 186 yards rushing and three touchdowns. Coach Billy Napier says Raymond has developed over time….

Cut 19 (16)   “…elite speed.”

A win over South Alabama at Cajun Field on Saturday and UL-Lafayette will become bowl eligible. Napier says he’s still looking for his team to put it all together…

Cut 20 (13) “…every area.”

11.10.18
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1030AM LRN News

Secretary of State candidate Gwen Collins-Greenup is the surprise of the midterms, as the Democrat will head to a run-off against Interim Secretary Kyle Ardoin. Collins-Greenup was just 10 thousand votes shy of topping the Interim Secretary, despite little fundraising and not securing the Democratic Party’s backing, which went to 3rd place candidate Renee Fontenot Free. She says she never viewed herself as an underdog.

Cut 4 (09) “…to it″

Collins-Greenup raised less than 3,000 dollars for her run. The run-off election will be held December 8th.

LSU will face an Arkansas team today that has just two wins. Tigers Coach Ed Orgeron is eager to see how his team bounces back from the Alabama loss…

Cut 14 (08) “very good offense.”

If LSU wins its remaining three remaining games they’ll likely play in one of the New Year’s Six bowl games. Orgeron says winning 10 games is the goal.

The hype is not as high as it was last weekend when the Tigers and Saints hosted a pair of undefeated football teams, but it’s still a big weekend for the LSU and New Orleans. The Black and Gold are at Cincinnati to face the 5 and 3 Bengals. In the Saints win over the Rams last week, they held Rams superstar running back Todd Gurley to 68 yards rushing. Linebacker A-J Klein says they face another good ball carrier on Sunday in Joe Mixon…

Cut 13 (11) “…with him.”

The bengals will be without star WR AJ Green.

Those looking for an excuse to break out that beloved hoodie or sweater will get the opportunity to do so for the next few days. National Weather Service Slidell Meteorologist Tim Destri says much of the state will flirt with freezing temps overnight Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.

Cut 8 (09) “…or below freezing”

11.10.18
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930AM LRN News

Secretary of State candidate Gwen Collins-Greenup is the surprise of the midterms, as the Democrat will head to a run-off against Interim Secretary Kyle Ardoin. While some candidates fundraised and sought high profile endorsement’s Collins-Greenup says she just went door to door, talking to constituents about their needs.

Cut 3 (09) “…their area.”

The Democrat is a minister with a law degree, was a notary, and worked in elections in the East Feliciana Parish Clerk’s Office. The Run-off is December 8th.

Keep that cold weather clothing with you for a few more days because while the calendar may say fall, the temperature is saying winter.  National Weather Service Slidell Meteorologist Tim Destri says says a cold front is pushing through most of the state.

Cut 6 (10) “…next week as well”

A St. Bernard Parish correctional officer on trial for the death of an inmate is hospitalized with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Kevin Barnhart has more…

Cut 2 (22) “Im Kevin Barnhart.”  

The hype is not as high as it was last weekend when the Tigers and Saints hosted a pair of undefeated football teams, but it’s still a big weekend for the LSU and New Orleans. The Black and Gold are at Cincinnati and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins says they better be ready for the 5-and-3 Bengals…

Cut 12 (11)   “…he does.”

11.10.18
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830AM LRN News

Democrat Gwen Collins-Greenup shocked many analysts in the midterm as the East Feliciana Parish Minister and Elections Office worker made the run-off for Secretary of State. Jeff Palermo has more.

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

The mother of an infant that was found burned alive in a barn in Natchitoches has been indicted on 1st degree murder. 23-year-old Hannah Baker allegedly asked her partner, Felicia Smith to murder her child. On July 17th, police say Smith set took the child from Bakers home and set it on fire, but Baker says her child was stolen against her will during a break in.

A 17-year-old is dead following a single vehicle crash last night just after 9PM.  Louisiana State Police responded to a crash on US Hwy 165 just north of Bastrop.  LSP spokesperson Senior Trooper Michael Reichardt says the vehicle was southbound when, for reasons still under investigation, the driver lost control.

Cut 9 (12) “…of the car.”

The driver was buckled up and sustained only minor injuries.  Reichardt says the teen who died was not wearing a safety belt.

And it’s been a cold one this morning, and forecasters say you’ll need to keep that sweater, hoodie, or whatever cold weather clothes you have with you on for a bit longer.  National Weather Service Slidell Meteorologist says south Louisiana can expect highs in the mid to upper 50s for Saturday and Sunday into the low 60s.  sorth Louisiana will struggle to get out of the 40s.

Cut 7 (04) “…than late fall.”

Destri says much of the state will flirt with freezing temps overnight Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.

11.10.18
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730AM LRN Sports

It was a frigid night across the state that saw some incredibly close games in the Louisiana high school football playoffs, along with some shocking upsets. In 4A, Helen Cox takes down North Desoto 19-14. In 2A, Frankling beats Red River 16-13, and Independence beats Pine 36-32

In college basketball, number 23 LSU beats the UNC Greensboro Spartans 97-91 to start off a year with March Madness intentions 2 and 0. Forward Naz Reid scored 29, and grabbed 7 rebounds, while Guard Tremont Waters dropped 21 points and dished out 10 assists. The Tigers next game is against Memphis on Tuesday at 6pm.

And UL Lafayette got hammered last night by the number 6 ranked Vols 87-65, to begin the year 1 and 1. The Ragin Cajuns top player was Jakeenan Gant, who managed 18 points and 6 assists. Schedule doesn’t get any easier as Lafayette has to take on number one ranked Kansas next Friday at 7pm.

LSU will face an Arkansas team today that has just two wins. Tigers Coach Ed Orgeron is eager to see how his team bounces back from the Alabama loss…

Cut 14 (08) “very good offense.”

If LSU wins its remaining three remaining games they’ll likely play in one of the New Year’s Six bowl games. Orgeron says winning 10 games is the goal…

The hype is not as high as it was last weekend when the Tigers and Saints hosted a pair of undefeated football teams, but it’s still a big weekend for the LSU and New Orleans. The Black and Gold are at Cincinnati and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins says they better be ready for the 5-and-3 Bengals…

Cut 12 (11)   “…he does.”

In the Saints win over the Rams last week, they held Rams superstar running back Todd Gurley to 68 yards rushing. They’ll need another game like that against the Bengal’s Joe Mixon.

11.09.18
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530PM LRN News

Democrat Gwen Collins-Greenup shocked many analysts in the midterm as the East Feliciana Parish Minister and Elections Office worker made the run-off for Secretary of State. Jeff Palermo has more.

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

The mother of an infant that was found burned alive in a barn in Natchitoches has been indicted on 1st degree murder. 23-year-old Hannah Baker allegedly asked her partner, Felicia Smith to murder her child. On July 17th, police say Smith set took the child from Bakers home and set it on fire, but Baker says her child was stolen against her will during a break in.

A 17-year-old is dead following a single vehicle crash last night just after 9PM.  Louisiana State Police responded to a crash on US Hwy 165 just north of Bastrop.  LSP spokesperson Senior Trooper Michael Reichardt says the vehicle was southbound when, for reasons still under investigation, the driver lost control.

Cut 9 (12) “…of the car.”

Reichardt says during the holidays, the death of a loved one is news no one wants to receive, and says this is a reminder to always buckle up.

And it’s sweater weather this weekend and beyond as a cold front has invaded the Bayou State. National Weather Service Slidell Meteorologist Tim Destri says says south Louisiana can expect highs in the mid to upper 50s for Saturday and Sunday into the low 60s.  sorth Louisiana will struggle to get out of the 40s.

Cut 7 (04) “…than late fall.”

11.09.18
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430PM LRN News

Secretary of State candidate Gwen Collins-Greenup is the surprise of the midterms, as the Democrat will head to a run-off against Interim Secretary Kyle Ardoin. Collins-Greenup was just 10 thousand votes shy of topping the Interim Secretary, despite little fundraising and not securing the Democratic Party’s backing, which went to 3rd place candidate Renee Fontenot Free. She says she never viewed herself as an underdog.

Cut 4 (09) “…to it″

The Democrat who only raised 3,000 dollars for the campaign is a minister with a law degree, was a notary, and worked in elections in the East Feliciana Parish Clerk’s Office. The run-off election will be held December 8th.

LSU will face an Arkansas team on Saturday that has just two wins. Tigers Coach Ed Orgeron is eager to see how his team bounces back from the Alabama loss…

Cut 14 (08) “very good offense.”

A 17-year-old is dead following a single vehicle crash last night just after 9PM.  Louisiana State Police responded to a crash on US Hwy 165 just north of Bastrop.  LSP spokesperson Senior Trooper Michael Reichardt says during the holidays, the death of a loved one is news no one wants to receive, and says this is a reminder to always buckle up.

Cut 11 (11) “…save your life.”

The driver was buckled up and sustained only minor injuries.  Reichardt says the teen who died was not wearing a safety belt.

Those looking for an excuse to break out that beloved hoodie or sweater will get the opportunity to do so this weekend.  But you’ll need the heavier jackets next week. National Weather Service Slidell Meteorologist Tim Destri says a cold front is pushing through most of the state starting today.

Cut 6 (10) “…next week as well”

11.09.18
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16:45 LRN Sportscast

Big news involving the Saints newly signed wide receiver Dez Bryant. It’s being reported he was helped off the practice field today after suffering what is feared to be a torn Achilles. The NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero says the team is awaiting the MRI results .

There was a report earlier today that Bryant was not expected to play in Sunday’s game against Cincinnati. New Orleans will take on the Bengals at noon in the Queen City.

Last week, the Saints held superstar running back Todd Gurley to 68 yards rushing. Linebacker A-J Klein says Cincinnati running back Joe Mixon is also very talented…
cut 13 (11) “…with him”
New Orleans is seeking its eighth straight win, while Cincinnati is 5-3 on the season. The Saints will not have defensive end Marcus Davenport for a second straight week because of a toe injury.
LSU will face an Arkansas team on Saturday that has just two wins. Tigers Coach Ed Orgeron is eager to see how his team bounces back from the Alabama loss…
cut 14 (08) “…very good offense”
Jerry Palm, senior writer for CBS Sports, says if LSU wins its remaining three remaining games they’ll end up in either the Sugar, Peach or Fiesta Bowl…
cut 18 (10) “…group of teams”

ULM came become bowl eligible with a win over South Alabama on Saturday. McNeese and Nicholls are fighting to get in the F-C-S playoffs. The Cowboys are at Northwestern State, while the Colonels host Stephen F Austin.
Southern and Grambling are battling for a spot in the SWAC championship game. The Jaguars host Arkansas Pine-Bluff, while the Tigers are at Alabama A-and-M.