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Acadiana: The Search For Drugs Or Planting Them?

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    • Reuters: Eric Holder signed off on the raid of reporter James Rosen’s email account. May 24, 2013
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    • Biden Slips and Reveals True Aim of Government “Studies” May 24, 2013
    • China Is Shocked By The Death of a 2-Year Old. Why? May 24, 2013
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    • Graduates in tornado-raked Okla. town vow to stay May 25, 2013
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    • Giffords, husband address graduates at Bard May 25, 2013
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    • Last Dance With Sallie Mae May 26, 2013
    • Massachusetts Senate Candidates Trade Barbs One Month Before Election Day May 25, 2013
    • Cuomo on NYC Mayoral Race: “Shame On Us” if We Elect Anthony Weiner May 25, 2013
    • Former Abortion Doctor Tells Congress to Ban Them May 25, 2013
    • Surprise: Vast Majority of 2013 College Graduation Speakers Are Liberals May 25, 2013
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    • Kate Upton Turned Him Down, but Another Supermodel Didn’t: One High Schooler’s Prom to Remember May 25, 2013
    • Protesters Hit Streets in 250+ Cities Across Globe Over Genetically Modified Food May 25, 2013
    • Reunited! Will Smith Rocks House with DJ Jazzy Jeff, Surprise ‘Bel Air’ Guest May 25, 2013
    • 1 Dead in San Antonio Flood; 1 Missing, about 130 Rescued May 25, 2013
    • Dramatic CCTV Footage Shows 83-Year-Old Man Attacking Bus Driver, Causing Mass Chaos May 25, 2013
  • RSS Hot Air

    • Menendez – Looks like we don’t have the votes for that immigration bill after all May 25, 2013
    • America in decline – Bars selling rubbing alcohol as “scotch” May 25, 2013
    • Regarding Lois Lerner, who does the Bill of Rights protect? May 25, 2013
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    • Reason: Will ObamaCare and patent attacks kill medical innovation? May 25, 2013
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    • Illinois Dem Tells PJM How the IRS Scandal Is Like the Bible May 24, 2013
    • The Case Against Congressional ‘Comprehensive Reform’ of Anything May 24, 2013
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    • Liberal Guest Accuses MSNBC Analyst of Echoing ‘Talking Points From the White House’ May 25, 2013
    • Scientist Corrects Gullible Reporter: ‘Climate Change’ Not Causing More Tornadoes May 25, 2013
    • On Obama's In-Your-Face Nuland Promotion, Politico's Epstein Acts As If Only GOP Has Problems With Altered Benghazi Narratives May 25, 2013
    • MSNBCers Fall Over Themselves Praising 'Amazing,' 'Historic' Obama Foreign Policy Speech May 25, 2013
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    • Ryan Lizza awards Mother Jones ‘dumbest and most frightening take’ on James Rosen story May 25, 2013
    • Bette Midler unsure if Sen. Marco Rubio is horse’s ass May 25, 2013
    • Video: Sen. Ted Cruz honors our heroes with heartfelt Memorial Day tribute May 25, 2013
    • Confirmed: You’re not the only one mistaking Brad Pitt for David Spade May 25, 2013
    • Tornadoes sighted in Victoria, Texas [photos] May 25, 2013
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    • Fox News Watch Blasts Media: ‘Obama’s Prom Picture Got More Attention Than IRS Scandal’ May 25, 2013
    • (UPDATED) Fox News Knew of Department of Justice Subpoena in 2009, According To Report May 25, 2013
    • Jan Brewer Ain’t Bluffing: AZ Governor Vetoing All Bills Until Medicaid Expansion Passes May 25, 2013
    • Alex Jones Responds To Maddow’s Take Down: ‘I’m Attracted To Mr. Maddow, And That Really Conflicts My…’ May 25, 2013
    • Mark Levin Goes After Michael Savage: ‘Troll, Thigh Rash, Transgendering Weiner…’ May 25, 2013
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    • Parents bent out of shape over classroom yoga May 25, 2013
    • Jailed for Facebook comments, Marine sues May 25, 2013
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    • Lerner directly involved in IRS targeting, letters show May 25, 2013
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    • Empire State sheriffs, Cuomo SAFE Act showdown May 25, 2013
    • End of the line for Eric Holder? May 24, 2013
    • Stocks to Fall for Third Straight Day; Gold under Pressure May 24, 2013
    • PowerTrend Brief: Collecting Investing Tidbits by Talking to Company Leaders May 24, 2013
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    • Robert Redford, the Terrorist Sympathizer May 23, 2013
    • Schumer, Franken scurry from questions about IRS scandal May 23, 2013
    • Harrison Ford – Pollution Pimp! May 7, 2013
    • Journalist Accosted By Security Over Mayor Bloomberg Gun Control April 26, 2013
    • Messina: Obama Never Attacked Fox News, Rush March 22, 2013
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    • "The Needs of the Many": Is "Star Trek Into Darkness" an Anti-Bush Movie? (Updated) May 23, 2013
    • One Year Ago May 17, 2013
    • Untangling Michelle Goldberg’s Confused Thinking on Abortion May 13, 2013
    • Gosnell Found Guilty! (Updated with Details on the Verdict) May 13, 2013
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    • BREAKING: Kaitlyn Hunt Refuses Plea Offer, Will Face Trial on June 20 May 24, 2013
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    • Canada, A New Addition To The Family Of Civilized Nations June 21, 2012
    • Thanks, And An Update On The Status Of The Velvet Revolution Project June 18, 2012
    • The Aaron Worthing Case Has Been Dismissed! June 16, 2012
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    • California’s Unconstitutional Foie Gras Crackdown May 25, 2013
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    • Forget Angelina Jolie: How Obamacare Endangers Your Breasts May 24, 2013
    • IRS Scandal Highlights the Dangers of Big Government May 24, 2013
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    • Progressives Blame WA Bridge Collapse On GOP May 24, 2013
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    • Check Out This Press Release From The IRS’s Union May 23, 2013
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    • Sen. Sessions: Senate Immigration Bill Will ‘Hammer Working Americans’ May 25, 2013
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    • Boston Marathon Runners To ‘Finish’ At Indy 500 May 25, 2013
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    • French Soldier Stabbed In The Throat In Paris By Man Apparently “Of North African Origin In White Arab-Style Tunic” May 25, 2013
    • Suspected Maoist Rebels Ambush And Kill 16 People In India May 25, 2013
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    • Hillary Clinton to TELL ALL in a blockbuster $25 million memoir – so there will be NO secrets left to uncover when she runs for president in 2016! May 26, 2013
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    • Moore Public Schools confirms that NO teacher was fired from MPS for praying... May 25, 2013
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    • Why I Say No To Amnesty. Illegal Aliens Get Better Government Care While War Veteran’s Needs Are Ignored. May 25, 2013
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    • George Zimmerman's Lawyer Wants Jurors To See Photos Of Handgun, Pot Plants Found On Trayvon Martin's Cell Phone May 23, 2013
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    • Monsanto promotes GMO abroad with US tax money? May 25, 2013
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    • Authorities in Florida and Louisiana Have Issued An Alert For Two Children Abducted By Their Non Custodial Parents (UPDATED!) April 17, 2013
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    • Vernon Parish Sheriff's Dept is hunting for bank robber May 25, 2013
      New Llano, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Around 4 p.m. on May 23, a call came in to the Veron Parish Sheriff's office that an armed robber was at the Vernon Bank South Branch.
    • Tornado Relief Efforts in Cenla May 24, 2013
      ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The devastating Tornados in Oklahoma may ruin homes, but they bring out the best in neighbors. News Channel 5's Matt Jordan explores how folks in Cenla are giving to those in need.
    • Man accused of running meth lab out of his home May 24, 2013
      ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On May 23, deputies from Rapides Parish received information from the Grant Parish Sheriff's office that Michael Proveaux was allegedly manufacturing methamphetamine.
    • Boy Scouts approve plan to accept openly gay boys May 24, 2013
      By DAVID CRARY and NOMAAN MERCHANTAssociated Press GRAPEVINE, Texas (AP) - After lengthy and wrenching debate, local leaders of the Boy Scouts of America have voted to open their ranks to openly gay
    • Director Roman Polanski says leveling of sexes is "idiotic" May 25, 2013
      CANNES, France (AP) — Roman Polanski says the birth control pill has had a "masculinizing" effect on women and that the leveling of the sexes is "idiotic".
    • 3 men arrested in murder case of soldier May 25, 2013
      LONDON (AP) — Police investigating the killing of a soldier who was run over by attackers then butchered by knives, arrested three more men in the murder investigation Saturday.
    • 7 hurt when trains collide in Mo. May 25, 2013
      CHAFFEE, Mo. (AP) — The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the cause of a cargo train collision in Missouri.
    • By chance one man finds a rare comic book May 25, 2013
      MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - It's considered the Holy Grail of comic books: Action Comics No. 1 from 1938, featuring the debut of Superman.
    • Mom calls police on child over Pop Tarts May 24, 2013
      CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A Charlotte woman who apparently had her fill of her son's behavior issues has decided to let local police deal with him. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said officers were called
    • Leesville arrests May 24, 2013
      LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Here is a list of some of the recent arrests from Leesville. 1. Joseph Andrew Adamski III, W/M, DOB: 3/20/1990 Booked: 5/21/2013 OWI-1st Bond $1,500.00 Maximum
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    • Overpass collapses when trains collide in Missouri; 7 hurt May 25, 2013
      Seven people were injured early Saturday in southeastern Missouri after two freight trains collided, taking out a nearby overpass.
    • After vote to allow homosexual members, Scouts face more turmoil May 25, 2013
      The Boy Scouts of America will get no reprieve from controversy after Thursday's contentious vote to accept openly homosexual boys as Scouts.
    • Louisiana among states that got suspect medicine from Tennessee firm May 25, 2013
      NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Six months after state officials found multiple violations at a West Tennessee compounding pharmacy but did not shut it down, the pharmacy is the apparent source of infections in two states.
    • Police: Father of John Curtis Christian football player kills him, then self May 25, 2013
      NEW ORLEANS -- People who knew Mark Tarto struggled to understand Friday why he would kill his only child, Matthew, 16, and then himself in the rented River Ridge home they shared, just blocks from where the teenager was a student athlete at John Curtis Christian School.
    • Louisiana will scale back Course Choice program May 25, 2013
      The 870 Louisiana students who have enrolled in a new program known as Course Choice - and any others who are interested - will have to re-enroll if they want to take courses not currently provided by their public schools.
    • Journalist and author Haynes Johnson dies at 81 May 25, 2013
      WASHINGTON - When Haynes Johnson visited Selma, Ala., months after a civil rights crisis there gripped the nation, he wrote in The Washington Evening Star that he'd found "no discernible change in the racial climate of the city." When it came to employment, housing or education, blacks had made no real gains.
    • Booze ruse: N.J. eatery subs rubbing alcohol for scotch May 25, 2013
      On the hunt for cheap booze - or worse - investigators fanned out around the state ordering drinks at restaurants and bars.
    • Bridge collapse in Washington points to larger problem May 25, 2013
      The trucker was hauling a load of drilling equipment when his load bumped against the steel framework over an Interstate 5 bridge. He looked in his rearview mirror and watched in horror as the span collapsed into the water behind him.
    • La. senators urged to keep funding education, health care May 25, 2013
      People who rely on the state for health care and education pleaded Friday with senators to keep those programs off the chopping block in next year's $25 billion budget, in what has become an annual struggle to stave off cuts to services amid the state's financial problems.
    • A year later, Lafayette remembers slain bicyclist May 25, 2013
      LAFAYETTE - The photos of Mickey Shunick sit in the offices of Lafayette Police Chief Jim Craft and Det. Stephen Bajat. The details of the case - the daily routine of the Shunick task force, the way they learned of Shunick's disappearance a year ago - are still fresh in their minds.
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    • Safe boating week underway May 23, 2013
      The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will again be reminding all boaters to be safe, responsible, and knowledgeable while on the water during this safe boating week.
    • Leesville water lines project set to begin in June May 17, 2013
      Leesville Mayor C. Robert Rose has announced the beginning phases of a $4.8 million project to repair water line leaks throughout the city is expected to begin in early June.
    • Third Circuit Court of Appeals denies rehearing request May 17, 2013
      The State of Louisiana's Third Circuit Court of Appeals in Lake Charles denied a rehearing filed by the City of Leesville concerning former Chief of Police Bobby Hickman on May 15.
    • Relay for Life Friday May 17 at Vernon Parish Fairgrounds May 15, 2013
      The American Cancer Society hosts the Relay for Life of Vernon Parish each year to raise awareness about cancer.This year's event will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 17 at the Vernon Parish Fairgrounds.Teams will set up camp sites until midnight, each with the goal of keeping a person on the track at all times.Relay for Life brings together people from […]
    • City recognizes James Turner May 15, 2013
      Mayor Robert Rose presented James Turner with an award for his service to the Leesville community at the City Council meeting May 13. Turner is a retired landscape architect, artist, illustrator, author, and teacher. Turner has worked on many local projects including the Polk Theatre, neckdown project, and Main Street. He is a great supporter of local arts, […]
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    • Parish wants trail rides preserved May 24, 2013
      Officials and trail ride sponsors will be meeting today in an effort to see what can be done to preserve the tradition.
    • Local officers help kick off state's Special Olympics May 24, 2013
      Scores of police officers from throughout the area came together in Opelousas Thursday for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
    • Parish LEAP, iLEAP scores remain the same May 24, 2013
      St. Landry Parish's third- through eighth-graders did not improve upon last year's LEAP scores, but they didn't regress either.
    • Tips sought on recent thefts of 4-wheelers May 24, 2013
      Police are asking for the public's help to solve a recent wave of all-terrain vehicle thefts from the Eunice area.
    • Eunice police arrest 3 women for drugs May 24, 2013
      Police arrested three Eunice women on drug charges in two unrelated incidents Tuesday.
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    • Miracles for Josh and Friends hosts 2nd Annual Walk May 25, 2013
      Shreveport resident, Josh Lesniewski, suffered a traumatic brain and spinal cord injury in June 2011.
    • Store clerk recovers after being stabbed by robber May 25, 2013
      A store clerk is recovering from injuries after being stabbed during an armed robbery Friday afternoon.
    • Bossier Police investigate fatal stabbing May 25, 2013
         Bossier City police are investigating an overnight stabbing at a local motel that left one man dead and another behind bars.
    • Red Cross needs more volunteers with healthcare expertise May 24, 2013
      The Red Cross is in need of more volunteers with health care expertise. The Northwest Louisiana Chapter held an orientation for health care professionals interested in assisting in disaster zones Friday afternoon.
    • Money Makers--Waves and Mudbugs... May 24, 2013
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    • Man arrested in fatal Bossier City stabbing May 25, 2013
      Bossier City police are investigating an overnight stabbing at a local motel that left one man dead and another jailed on a murder charge.
    • Louisiana surrogate pregnancy bill stirs controversy May 25, 2013
      A bill looking to set legal guidelines the surrogate process is stirring up controversy. Both liberal and conservative groups, are against the bill.
    • SPD: Store clerk stabbed during robbery May 25, 2013
      A store clerk is recovering from injuries after being stabbed during an armed robbery at a local discount store Friday afternoon.
    • Bossier Police nab suspect in Barksdale Annex homicide case May 25, 2013
      Detectives with the Bossier City Police Department's Violent Crimes Unit on Friday arrested the suspect in the May 5 drive-by shooting death of 20-year old Devonte Demarcus English.
    • Lower gas prices might not mean more Memorial Day motorists May 25, 2013
      Gas prices might be lower this Memorial Day than they were last year, but ArkLaTex motorists say they still are not encouraged to drive more this weekend.
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    • Lock project moves to design phase May 25, 2013
      A $500 million lock on the Houma Navigation Canal is one of several restoration projects with a big price tag the state plans to make shovel ready in preparation for billions of dollars in oil-spill fine money.
    • Local activist donates pet-adoption center May 25, 2013
      An animal rights activist is footing the bill to have a new pet-adoption center built on her property in east Houma.
    • New laws emerging from regular session May 25, 2013
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    • Police report: May 21 - 24, 2013 May 25, 2013
      Portions of the following information are based on facts provided by the arrested individuals. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.
    • Family seeks answers for cold-case triple murder May 25, 2013
      How does a family cope when a triple-murder that changed their lives forever goes unsolved for five years?
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    • Northeast Louisiana Veterans' Home honors Memorial Day May 25, 2013
      MONROE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - It's Memorial Day Weekend and for those who served our country and their families, it's more than just a time for barbeques and a day off from work.
    • ULM Police search for Bon Aire Drive burglary suspect May 25, 2013
      MONROE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - University of Louisiana at Monroe Police are searching for a suspect in a residential burglary in the 4100 block of Bon Aire Drive.
    • Road to Recovery with Mark Boyle May 25, 2013
      MOORE, Ok. (KNOE 8 News) - The recovery continues after devastating tornadoes nearly flattened parts of Oklahoma.
    • Jonesboro-Hodge teachers discuss walk-out with parents May 25, 2013
      JONESBORO, La. (KNOE 8 News) - Teachers and Parents met in Jackson Parish to discuss the reasons behind a teacher walk-out earlier this month.
    • Search for escaped Morehouse inmate May 25, 2013
      MOREHOUSE PARISH, La. (KNOE 8 News) - A search is underway for an inmate who escaped from Morehouse Parish.
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    • Eunice Police Investigating an Armed Robbery May 25, 2013
      Eunice Police are currently investigating an armed robbery at Bayou Gold Casino in Eunice. Police say, a suspect has been taken into custody after a brief chase. More information will be provided as it becomes available. No injuries to anyone at the casino.
    • Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report May 25, 2013
      Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report: May 25, 2013Name: Bertrand, BeauCharge: Hold For DocArresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S OfcAddress: 2400 Blk Doyle Melancon Breaux Bridge, LaName: Broussard, LeroyCharge: Hold For DocArresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S OfcAddress: 0000 Blk Homeless Lafayette, LaName: Brow […]
    • Police Conduct Underage Possession of Alcohol Operation May 25, 2013
      Lafayette, LA - On May 24, 2013, Lafayette Police conducted an underage alcohol possession operation targeting those individuals under the age of 21 in possession of alcohol at businesses within the City of Lafayette. A total of 12 locations were checked during the operation. Of the 12 locations, 11 persons under the age of 21 were found in possession of alc […]
    • Bishop Jarrell Says Boy Scouts' Announcement Doesn't Counter Church Policy May 25, 2013
      In a statement released to priests and deacons in the Lafayette diocese, Bishop Michael Jarrell says the announcement that the Boy Scouts of America will admit gay scouts to its ranks does not run counter to church policy."National media have reported that the Boy Scouts have changed their policy and will admit 'openly gay' young men," Ja […]
    • No. 2 LSU Stages Late Rally, Surives Scare From Alabama 3-2 May 25, 2013
      HOOVER, Ala. -- Second-ranked LSU used ninth-inning magic to defeat Alabama, 3-2, in an SEC Tournament elimination game Friday at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. Trailing 2-1 with two outs in the top of the ninth, first baseman Tyler Moore launched a 3-2 pitch into the right-center field gap, scoring pinch runner Jared Foster and evening the game at 2-2. Catche […]
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    • Local spelling champ has eyes on prize May 25, 2013
      Damien Handy Jr. is ready for prime time.
    • Suicide attempt injures man, infant May 25, 2013
      A New Iberia man who was apparently trying to kill himself Friday morning veered into oncoming traffic and crashed into a vehicle that was carrying a 6-month-old infant and the child's father, according to the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office.
    • Course Choice students to re-enroll after court's ruling May 25, 2013
      The 870 Louisiana students who have enrolled in a new program known as Course Choice — and any others who are interested — will have to re-enroll if they want to take courses not currently provided by their public schools.
    • State sales tax holiday on storm goods is this weekend May 25, 2013
      Acadiana shoppers preparing for the hurricane season can breeze through area hardware stores this weekend without paying state sales tax. But not all merchants are sure that shoppers will storm their doors.
    • Lafayette Diocese to ordain 8 into transitional diaconate May 25, 2013
      Seven men will be ordained today to the transitional diaconate — and another man will be ordained in the fall — by Bishop Michael Jarrell of the Diocese of Lafayette.
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    • Youngsville Sports Complex Bidding May 24, 2013
      Bidding for the long-awaited Youngsville multipurpose sports complex is scheduled to take place in October. Some of the funding for the project is coming from a 1-cent sales tax voters approved in 2011.
    • Tax free hurricane supplies May 24, 2013
      Retailers will have lots of sales this weekend to help you save money on your hurricane gear.
    • Arrest Made in Branch Shooting May 24, 2013
      An arrest has been made in the Branch area shooting that left one person dead and two others hospitalized.
    • ACA and PASA unite as one May 24, 2013
      Lafayette, LA --The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Performing Arts Society of Acadiana will move forward as a joint organization. The merging of AcA and PASA combines 25 years of PASA' presenting experience
    • Kountry Bunnies trial ride cancled May 24, 2013
      The Kountry Bunnies trial ride, planned for this weekend in Leonville, has been completely called off by the head of the group.
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    • Observing Memorial Day May 24, 2013
      Various services, events to fill weekend T. Scott Boatright Leader photo by T. SCOTT BOATRIGHT Flags already adorned graves of veterans at Grambling Memorial Gardens early Friday morning in advance of the weekend’s start of Memorial Day activities. The colors of spring will take on a red, white and blue tint this weekend as Memorial Day celebrations are set […]
    • Sparta fracking May 24, 2013
      D’Arbonne commission questions contract wisdom Brianna Arrington — The Farmerville Gazette Southwestern Energy’s decision to enter into a contract to use water from the Sparta Aquifer to frack its wells has stirred controversy. D’Arbonne Lake Watershed Commission president Steve Cagle said he is dumbfounded as to why Southwestern did not finalize a contract […]
    • Annual Barrel Race rolls in Saturday May 24, 2013
      Lacey Sharp Leader file photo Claudia Booker, a member of the D’Arbonne Range Riders, rounds a barrel at a previous function at the North Louisiana Exhibition Center. DDR will host its 16th annual Memorial Day Weekend Barrel Race from Saturday through Monday at the Expo Center. Horses will be rounding barrels this weekend as the D’Arbonne Range Riders will h […]
    • Municipal Pool opens Saturday May 24, 2013
      Leader file photo The Ruston Parks and Recreation Department’s Municipal Pool opens for the summer from 1-4 p.m. Saturday. Hours of operation will be from 1-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday through July 26. For more information, call 255-5800. Full text of this article is available to subscribers only. Login if you are already a subscriber. If you are not a subscriber […]
    • Storm sirens help save lives May 24, 2013
      Rick Hohlt It could happen here. The kind of tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., is unlikely to happen here because we’re a little off the beaten path of Tornado Alley, the section of the U.S. where the strongest tornadoes like that Category F4 twister hit. But our area has seen destructive tornadoes before, and we will again. And fortunately, like the res […]
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    • School reforms take their toll May 25, 2013
      When Kathy Hart began her teaching career at Logtown School more than 43 years ago, teachers had to wear dresses, hose and heels to work. Her classroom was a temporary one in the school's gymnasium.
    • Vidrine contract approved 7-0 May 25, 2013
      The Monroe City School Board unanimously approved a contract for its new superintendent, Brent Vidrine, on Friday.
    • ULM gearing up for orientation program May 25, 2013
      In a little more than a week, the University of Louisiana at Monroe will begin ushering in its incoming freshmen and helping them acclimate to college life.
    • RiverMarket features health and fitness May 25, 2013
      St. Francis Medical Center and YMCA of Northeast Louisiana have teamed up with the Downtown RiverMarket to present the group's annual health and fitness day during the market's hours Saturday.
    • Course Choice students must re-enroll May 25, 2013
      The 870 students who have enrolled in a new program known as Course Choice and any others who are interested will have to re-enroll if they want to take courses not currently provided by their public schools.
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    • After voucher ruling, online course plan pared May 25, 2013
      BATON ROUGE (AP) — A state program to offer public school students online courses provided by colleges or private companies is being scaled back. The "Course Choice" online program was approved last year as part of the legislation that expanded the state's voucher program, which pays private school tuition for some students from poorly perform […]
    • Termite swarms expected to last another week in Lake Area May 25, 2013
      The swarm of termites in Southwest Louisiana should last about one more week and is not any worse than previous years, according to Jimmy Meaux, county agent for the LSU AgCenter in Calcasieu Parish. Meaux said Friday that the swarming season usually lasts two to three weeks, and that some areas could have worse swarms than others. He said termites are more […]
    • Click It or Ticket campaign used to promote seatbelt usage May 25, 2013
      Because people often have the misconception that driving or riding in a truck is safer than in a car, occupants often believe they don’t have to wear seatbelts, a state police spokesman said. Pickup truck are twice as likely to roll over than cars, Sgt. James Anderson, Troop D spokesman, said. “People think they’re safe if they’re in trucks, when really it’s […]
    • Memorial Day events scheduled for Southwest Louisiana May 25, 2013
      Memorial Day weekend is here and there are several events being held all over Southwest Louisiana to commemorate the holiday. The American Press will have reporters and photographs out at many of the events so check back later for stories and photos. If your event does not appear in this list, please email Online Editor Michael Cooper at mcooper@americanpres […]
    • Gazzolo Column: Win or lose, Burrows was great for the McNeese program May 25, 2013
      Fighting back tears, Terry Burrows stood before a small gathering clearly as a man conflicted. His decision to step down as the McNeese State head baseball coach had been 12 months in the making but was less than 20 hours old, so emotions were still raw Friday morning. But Burrows wanted this moment to thank his supporters and explain why he did what he had […]
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    • Deputies to question potential witnesses in Clinton shootings May 25, 2013
      Sat, 25 May 2013 17:29:27Advocate staff reportCLINTON — East Feliciana Parish sheriff’s deputies investigating a Friday shoot-out that left one man dead and another critically wounded plan to question some potential witnesses through the holiday weekend, a spokesman for Sheriff Talmadge Bunch sa...
    • 1 dead, 1 wounded in East Feliciana shooting May 25, 2013
      Sat, 25 May 2013 17:29:27Advocate staff reportCLINTON — East Feliciana Parish Sheriff’s deputies late Friday arrested one man in Friday’s shootings on La. 10 near Clinton. Eric Martin, 26, of Ethel, was booked on one count of attempted second-degree murder, Sheriff’s Office Detective Don McKey s...
    • Video: Pepper guns gain traction with rural agencies May 25, 2013
      Sat, 25 May 2013 17:29:27by Jim Mustian Advocate staff writerClinton — It has been called “the squirt gun from hell,” even by lawmen who haven’t experienced its memorable burn. Its chemical agent — a concentrated blast of pepper spray fired at a dizzying 405 mph — can disable and disorient an aggressor for 45...
    • Investigation continues in beating of 2-year old in West Feliciana Parish May 24, 2013
      Fri, 24 May 2013 17:29:26BY JAMES MINTON Baker-Zachary bureauCobbST. FRANCISVILLE — West Feliciana Parish sheriff’s detectives are continuing an investigation into the severe beating of a 2-year-old boy that has resulted in two arrests, Sheriff J. Austin Daniel said Friday. Deputies booked Brandon Cobb, 26, 10637 ...
    • Ponchatoula police seek man who shot another in the face May 24, 2013
      Fri, 24 May 2013 17:29:26Florida parishes bureauPONCHATOULA — A Ponchatoula man shot in the face Thursday night remained under treatment in a hospital Friday while police searched for the assailant. A Ponchatoula police officer patrolling North Baronne Street around 10 p.m. saw two men standing i...
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    • Bayou Country Superfest kicks off May 25, 2013
      BATON ROUGE - The country music superstars have arrived in Baton Rouge for Bayou Country Superfest 2013, taking over Tiger Stadium. Scheduled to perform Saturday night on the main stage is Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Darius Rucker, Thompson Square and Aaron Lewis.The 2-day music festival boosts big crowds, and big business for Baton Rouge, but there is […]
    • Office pool shares $1 million lottery prize May 24, 2013
      BATON ROUGE - Two dozen members of a local realtor's office who put together a lottery pool claimed their $1 million Powerball prize today.The group received $700,000 to split after state and federal taxes were withheld. They said each member of the pool would receive more then $29,000 from the winnings.The group said the win makes them feel closer to o […]
    • Recovery efforts ongoing after deadly Okla. twister May 21, 2013
      MOORE, Okla. - Rescue crews worked through the night after a monstrous tornado barreled through the Oklahoma City suburbs, demolishing an elementary school and reducing homes to piles of splintered wood.Officials say at least 51 people were killed in Monday's twister, including at least 20 children. Those numbers were expected to climb.The center of the […]
    • Jindal orders review of Texas Brine permits May 20, 2013
      BATON ROUGE - Governor Bobby Jindal today ordered a review for all permits given to Texas Brine, the company which owns land a massive sinkhole appeared on last year, after he accused the company of dragging its feet in paying costs associated with the cleanup."It has become clear that Texas Brine is trying to run out the clock on the citizens of Bayou […]
    • Governor to discuss sinkhole response efforts May 20, 2013
      BAYOU CORNE - Buyouts and outstanding costs for dealing with a sinkhole in Assumption Parish could be on Governor Bobby Jindal's agenda for a press conference scheduled for this afternoon.The governor scheduled the event for 1:20 p.m. at the Bayou Corne Sportman's Landing on Hwy 70 South.Buyouts are still pending for homes near the sinkhole, which […]
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    • LSU advances to SEC Tournament Championship Game May 25, 2013
      The No.2 Tigers earned another come-from-behind win in Hoover, eliminating Arkansas with a 3-1 win Saturday afternoon.
    • ULL shutouts Michigan Wolverines in Game 2 of NCAA Super Regional May 25, 2013
      UL-Lafayette shutout Michigan Wolverines 5-0 in Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional, forcing a decisive third game.
    • Dozens rescued from flooded San Antonio area May 25, 2013
      Officials say about 60 people have been rescued from their San Antonio-area homes as floodwaters continue to rise.
    • Calif. man gets prison in Medicare fraud plot May 25, 2013
      A California man has been sentenced to more than three years in prison for his role in a scheme to fraudulently bill Medicare and Medicaid more than $21 million for medical tests at New Orleans area clinics.
    • Suspect identified in murder of AmeriCorps volunteer May 25, 2013
      Police have identified a suspect in the murder of Joseph Massenburg, an 18-year-old AmeriCorps volunteer from Chicago, killed in Carrollton.
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    • LSU beats Arkansas, 3-1, to earn a spot in the SEC championship May 25, 2013
      Christian Ibarra comes up with two huge clutch hits and Tiger pitchers limit the Razorbacks to 1 hit.
    • Controversy over proposed wine shop in Faubourg Marigny dies down as owner finds new site May 25, 2013
      Would-be Faubourg Marigny wine seller Troy Gant appeared to have his heart set on the idea of opening a combination wine bar, shop and school in a vacant commercial space at 1938-40 Burgundy St., in the heart of the Marigny...
    • LSU 3B Christian Ibarra talks about his two key at-bats May 25, 2013
      He came through with RBI hits twice in a low-scoring game.
    • LSU reliever Will LaMarche talks about his outing May 25, 2013
      He logged two shutout innings and got the win.
    • LSU coach Paul Mainieri talks about his team's 3-1 win against Arkansas May 25, 2013
      Tigers pitching limited the Razorbacks to 1 hit.
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    • Tangipahoa to reconsider ban on spanking May 25, 2013
      AMITE, La. (AP) — A member of the Tangipahoa Parish School Board wants board members to reconsider a ban on corporal punishment.
    • NOPD shakes up leadership; Commander Hosli reinstated May 25, 2013
      Amid a press release that the New Orleans Police Department was shuffling leadership was news that Commander Edwin Hosli has been reinstated to full duty with the NOPD.
    • Suspect identified in murder of AmeriCorps volunteer May 24, 2013
      Police have identified a suspect in the murder of Joseph Massenburg, an 18-year-old AmeriCorps volunteer from Chicago, killed in Carrollton.
    • Texas Brine offers settlements for sinkhole May 25, 2013
      BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Texas Brine says it has started extending settlement offers to Assumption Parish residents who have been under an evacuation order since August because of a 15-acre sinkhole.
    • City fails again in try to delay police pact May 25, 2013
      NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal judge has refused to delay implementation of an agreement calling for major reforms of the New Orleans Police Department.
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    • Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit honors courageous African-American pilots May 25, 2013
      They didn’t receive the recognition they deserved back in World War II, but today hundreds gathered to honor the extraordinary story of the Tuskegee Airmen.
    • Offsides Blog: The Pelicans Will Make The Playoffs This Season If... May 25, 2013
      In this column, we'll discuss how the Pelicans can make the NBA playoffs this season.  New Orleans could compete for the 7th or 8th seed in the Western Conference if they put the following starters on the floor.
    • State program offering online courses being scaled back May 25, 2013
      A state program to offer public school students online courses provided by colleges or private companies is being scaled back.
    • Ponchatoula police: Victim of Thursday night shooting dies May 25, 2013
      Greg McGary, 50, was shot shortly before 10 p.m. Thursday on North Baronne Street, police say.
    • Police: Unrestrained Patterson woman dies in one-car morning crash May 25, 2013
      Louisiana State Police say an unrestrained Patterson woman died Saturday morning in a one-car accident in Gibson.
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    • Police search for missing New Orleans East woman May 25, 2013
      The New Orleans Police Department needs your assistance in locating 54-year-old Patricia Brumfield, who is diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia and is desperately in need of her medication.
    • Parents want student's drug death to be a lesson May 25, 2013
      Meghan Lopez's parents say the 21-year-old woman took a synthetic drug called 2C-I, also known by other names including N-Bomb and C-Boom.  In this case, a single drop proved fatal.
    • Thousands of bridges at risk of freak collapse May 25, 2013
      Thousands of bridges around the U.S. may be one freak accident or mistake away from collapse, even if the spans are deemed structurally sound.
    • JP investigators seek clues in father-son deaths case May 25, 2013
      In a normally quiet River Ridge neighborhood, Jefferson Parish deputies investigate an apparent murder-suicide.
    • Father, son found dead in River Ridge home May 24, 2013
      The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating an apparent murder-suicide Friday afternoon involving a 52-year-old man and his 16-year-old son.
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      LC Spring '13 Graduation day of mixed emotions
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      LC Nursing students honored in ceremony marking graduation
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      Wildcats' magical run ends with 10-4 loss to UT-Tyler in ASC Championship game
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    • Campus expands at unprecedented rate May 5, 2013
      As a dusty haze descended upon campus this semester, from it rose projects like the parking garage and Tiger Stadium renovations — and the dust is far from settling. 
    • Fraudulent job postings increase as technology takes over market May 5, 2013
      If a job posted online seems so great it might as well be a steal, then it is probably trying to steal from you.
    • SG election overshadowed by drama May 5, 2013
      Student Government saw a particularly volatile election cycle this semester — one filled with multiple complaint and University Court hearings as well as elections.
    • Downtown Grocery holds grand opening May 5, 2013
      Downtown Grocery is the newest business to call the downtown area home and will hold a grand opening Monday, joining the ranks of other new businesses in a thriving and growing section of Baton Rouge.
    • Atheist and LGBT communities see organized action May 5, 2013
      From the third annual Louisiana Queer Conference to the Bayou State’s first secular convention, the University’s LGBT and atheist students saw an increase in organized action within their communities
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    • Senior Sendoff May 10, 2013
      By: Showcasing a few of Loyola's many graduating students and commemorating their work and efforts. ...
    • Letter to the Editor: Column was misguided May 9, 2013
      By: Mary Jane Wherritt Becker Letter to the Editor Loyola Maroon May 8, 2013   Recently, we were made aware of an article that appeared in the Loyola Maroon in late April. ...
    • Go fly a kite May 8, 2013
      Take a study break with this activity What you’ll need: this newspaper (click and print the photo) two straws tape scissors string Step 1: Cut one straw down to five inches and the other to 7 1/2 ...
    • Video: How to make a King Cake with a member of Loyola Sunday Cooks May 6, 2013
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    • The Button Collector part X May 3, 2013
      Swain discovers the secrets of his past and his future With the closing of the door came a silence that lasted for many, many hours. This might seem like a long time to you, but to Swain it was only a moment, for he could not understand how he could feel such distress at
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    • Track and field places in SLC May 14, 2013
      The men and women’s track and field team put their best foot forward in the three day Southland Conference May 10 through 12 against several different competing schools. Southeastern’s Track and Field team won four event championships in the Conferen...
    • Student-athlete awarded for academic excellence May 14, 2013
      Buck Bernard receives $2,500 scholarship While many consider earning a bachelor’s degree to be difficult, the accomplishment becomes especially challenging and time-consuming for student-athletes. One motivated Lions baseball team pitcher stands out for demonstrating both athletic and academi...
    • Lions snap ranked Bearkats’ winning streak May 14, 2013
      Team loses home series, clinches last home game After two losses against the No. 28-ranked Sam Houston State Bearkats, the Lions baseball team managed to defeat the Bearkats in the last home game of the season thanks to good pitching and an aggressive defense. Initially the first game of the serie...
    • Words of end-of-semester wisdom May 14, 2013
      Prologue For some reason or another, I feel like making this a little bit informal. And by a little bit, I actually mean in your face, blatant and woefully overstated. The ideas I’m presenting will make sense, but may take some nonsensical introducti...
    • Student directors show their skills during theatre class showcase May 14, 2013
      Students from an upper-level theatre course had the opportunity to put their directing skills to practice in a Directing Showcase, which was presented on Tuesday, May 7 in the
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    • Winn-Dixie sued by customer who slipped on water in front of store May 25, 2013
      Charles M. Thomas GRETNA – A local grocery store is being sued by a customer who allegedly slipped on water the was used to water plants in front of the store. Merle LeBlanc filed suit against Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. in the 24th Judicial … Read More »
    • Hospital patient who allegedly broke hip after elevator door closed on her sues May 25, 2013
      David GreenbergGRETNA – A New Orleans woman is suing a Jefferson Parish hospital for injuries she claims to have received in an incident in an elevator on their premises. Elaine Poillion filed suit against Jefferson Parish Hospital District No. 1, West … Read More »
    • Doctor sues former employers after paychecks were stolen and he was allegedly never reimbursed May 25, 2013
      Bradley EgenbergGRETNA – A New Orleans doctor is suing a Jefferson Parish medical group for allegedly reimbursing him after two paychecks they issued to him were stolen and cashed by a third party. Dr. Jeffrey Brumberger filed suit against Gerry A. … Read More »
    • City of Baker sued by former police officer May 25, 2013
      urlBATON ROUGE – A police officer is suing the city where he used to work for an alleged violation of federal labor law and wrongful termination. Rodrick Jarreau filed a lawsuit against the City of Baker in the 19th Judicial … Read More »
    • Racetrac Customer sues after being struck by a malfunctioning door May 25, 2013
      Stephen F. Armbruster NEW ORLEANS – A Jefferson Parish man is suing a local gas station claiming he was injured after being struck by a malfunctioning door as he attempted to enter the establishment. Dennis Farve filed a lawsuit against Racetrac Petroleum Inc. … Read More »
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    • Old White Men at the Louisiana Family Forum Continue to Obsess Over Screwing Gays May 5, 2013
    • Louisiana State Senator Supports Creationism Law Because Of His Experience With Witch Doctor May 2, 2013
    • An Open Letter to Conrad Appel, Chairman of the Louisiana Senate Education Committee April 26, 2013
    • Louisiana College President Joe Aguillard Accused of Fraud, Misappropriation, Criminal Misrepresentation April 25, 2013
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    • Rep. Richard has money-saving bill: cut state spending on professional, personal, consulting contracts by 10 percent
    • Reports surface that DOE Superintendent John White is out the door for Washington to further validate Peter Principle
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    • Band of widely scattered thunderstorms from near Village Mills southeast to near Lake Charles. Frequent lightning and gusty winds in storms. 1 day ago
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    • Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 6:25PM CDT by NWS May 25, 2013
      ...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SHREVEPORT HAS ISSUED A SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY...EFFECTIVE UNTIL 730 PM CDT...FOR THE FOLLOWING PARISHES... IN NORTHWEST LOUISIANA... SABINE AND DE SOTO...
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      ...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR NORTHWESTERN ACADIA...SOUTH CENTRAL EVANGELINE AND EXTREME WEST CENTRAL ST. LANDRY PARISHES UNTIL MIDNIGHT CDT MONDAY... * AT NOON CDT...MINOR FLOODING IS OCCURING ALONG BAYOU DES CANNES NEAR EUNICE WITH A CURRENT STAGE OF 17.7 FEET. THE BAYOU IS FORECAST TO CONTINUE A SLOW FALL.
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      ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT RED RIVER LANDING AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE...POINTE COUPEE AND WEST FELICIANA PARISHES MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT BATON ROUGE AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE AND WEST BATON ROUGE PARISHES
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      ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT RED RIVER LANDING AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE...POINTE COUPEE AND WEST FELICIANA PARISHES MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT BATON ROUGE AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE AND WEST BATON ROUGE PARISHES
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      ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... ATCHAFALAYA RIVER AT MORGAN CITY AFFECTING ST. MARY PARISH THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE ATCHAFALAYA RIVER AT MORGAN CITY. * UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
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    • ACTIVE AMBER Alert: Luke Towner – Houston,TX May 22, 2013
      Harris County Sheriff’s Office has issued an Amber Alert for missing 18-month-old, Luke Towner. The baby is a white male, approximately 2 feet tall and weighs 26 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. The biological father assaulted the mother and took the child, making threats to kill both himself and the child. They were last seen on Monday, May 20 at t […]
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    Betelgeuse (/ˈbiːtəldʒuːz/ or /ˈbɛtəldʒuːz/),[1] also known by its Bayer designation Alpha Orionis (α Orionis, α Ori), is the eighth brightest star in the night sky and second brightest star in the constellation of Orion, outshining Rigel (Beta Orionis) only rarely. Distinctly reddish-tinted, it is a semiregular variable star whose apparent magnitude varies between 0.2 and 1.2, the widest range of any first magnitude star. The star marks the upper right vertex of the Winter Triangle asterism and the center of the Winter Hexagon. http://battleofourtimes.com/

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