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Saints Hall of Famer Roman Harper recalls playing in the Big Game

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wgno.com – LBJ – 2025-02-04 09:33:00

SUMMARY: Roman Harper, a legendary New Orleans Saints player, was pivotal in the 2009 team’s achievement of the city’s only NFL Championship. Reflecting on the Super Bowl experience, Harper expressed that nothing could truly prepare him for the intensity of the game. He vividly recalled the electrifying atmosphere at kickoff, with lights flashing and adrenaline coursing through him. Harper emphasized the deep appreciation he has for bringing joy to the local fanbase, noting how the significance of that victory grows over time. He celebrated the unique culture of New Orleans, highlighting the unwavering dedication of its people to the team.

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All Hail King Clifton – The Current

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thecurrentla.com – Erin Bass – 2025-07-07 13:00:00

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Following a recent star-studded tribute, Clifton Chenier, the “King of Zydeco,” has gained renewed attention. Author Todd Mouton spent 32 years researching Chenier’s life and music, culminating in his new book, The King of Zydeco. Chenier, active from 1955 until his death in 1987, transformed zydeco music and broke racial barriers during segregation. Despite health challenges, he performed passionately, influencing generations. Mouton’s book uncovers new truths about Chenier’s legacy and emphasizes his cultural significance as the trunk of zydeco’s musical tree. The book, released alongside tribute events, celebrates and preserves Chenier’s enduring impact on Louisiana’s musical heritage.

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Why Texas Hill Country is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding

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wgno.com – Hatim Sharif Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The University of Texas at San – 2025-07-07 10:18:00

SUMMARY: Texas Hill Country, known for its rugged landscapes and shallow rivers, is a hotspot for deadly flash floods. On July 4, 2025, a severe flash flood hit this region, rapidly raising the Guadalupe River by over 20 feet within 90 minutes, causing significant fatalities. The area’s steep hills, semi-arid soils, and the Balcones Escarpment contribute to fast-moving floodwaters. Texas leads the U.S. in flood deaths, with many in Flash Flood Alley, spanning from Dallas to San Antonio. Improved flood forecasting, better public education on flood risks—especially for drivers—and road barricades during high flood risks are essential for enhancing safety and reducing deaths.

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Morning Forecast – Monday, July 7th

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www.youtube.com – KTVE – 2025-07-07 08:54:12

SUMMARY: The morning forecast for Monday, July 7th, shows mostly clear skies early with a warm and moist airmass in place, leading to a hot, humid day. Patchy to scattered thunderstorms are expected mainly in the afternoon and early evening, with some lingering after sunset. Moisture, heat, and upper-level disturbances will sustain these storms over the next few days. Temperatures will rise from the low-to-mid 70s in the morning to the low-to-mid 90s by late afternoon, potentially reaching upper 90s in southern and eastern areas. An upper-level ridge will fluctuate but generally promote warming through the week.

Skies are mostly clear, bright and early this Monday morning. A very warm and moist airmass remains in place making for another hot and humid day. Patchy to scattered t-storms are possible for this afternoon. Typical summertime pattern with most of the rain will be concentrated mainly in the afternoon and early evening with a few storms lingering just after sunset. Moisture, daytime heat, and upper level disturbances will keep scattered t-storms in the forecast for the next couple of days. Temperatures will be back up on the climb by the late week into the upper 90’s.

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