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The State of Louisiana is a state located in the southern region of the United States of America. The capital of Louisiana is Baton Rouge and the most populous city is New Orleans based on March 2007 population data of 255,000 people. The largest parish by population is Jefferson Parish and largest by land area is Terrebonne Parish (Louisiana is the only state that has parishes instead of counties). The New Orleans metropolitan area is Louisiana's largest metro area.

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LSU loses to Florida, 51-21

Oct 12, 2008 3:49 am

The quest for a 5-0 record fell well short for the LSU Tigers Saturday night. The Tigers were chomped by the Florida Gators while on the road in Gainesville. They lost by a final score of 51 to 21. Th...

Family remembers two young boys allegedly stabbed by their father

Oct 11, 2008 9:34 pm

Family and friends gathered at Israelite Baptist Church on South River Road in Brusly.

Lambert drops out of 23rd JDC D.A.'s race

Oct 10, 2008 6:04 pm

Louis Lambert has dropped out of the race for district attorney for the 23rd JDC. His decision means that his opponent, Ricky Babin, will now get the position.

Rev. Al Sharpton scheduled to make an appearance in Houma

Oct 10, 2008 3:49 pm

Reverend Al Sharpton is expected to rally in Houma, specifically in "Senator Circle," one of the town's two public housing developments.

DSS announces new short-term sheltering plans

Oct 10, 2008 2:19 pm

In the wake of hurricanes Gustav and Ike, the Department of Social Services came under fire for its evacuation and sheltering plans. DSS now says there's a new plan in the works.

Police search for suspect who stole SUV with children inside

Oct 10, 2008 12:19 pm

Authorities in Wilkinson County say a man carjacked a black Ford Expedition with children inside. The kids are now safe. They were eventually dropped off at the Magnolia Truck Stop on Highway 51.

Controversy continues over debris removal contract

Oct 9, 2008 11:19 pm

A debris removal contract controversy has left an upscale subdivision in St. Gabriel covered in storm debris. Homeowners in University Club South just want the debris gone.

Newly-appointed state ethics board meets for "orientation"

Oct 9, 2008 9:19 pm

Thursday, the state ethics board held a sort-of "orientation" for newly-appointed members. All vacant spots on the board have now been filled.

LRA: Let parishes administer rebuilding aid

Oct 9, 2008 9:04 pm

Rather than set up a road home-style program for victims of hurricanes Gustav and Ike, the LRA is proposing letting affected parishes handle programs for housing locally.

Local News from The Shreveport Times via Yahoo! News

Landrieu, Kennedy similarities obscured

Oct 12, 2008 7:04 am

The tight race between Democratic Sen. Mary Landrieu and Republican state Treasurer John Kennedy has produced more smoke than fire when it comes to differences on issues.

Revel ends on a jubilant note

Oct 12, 2008 7:04 am

Blessed by fortune, blessed by good crowds and caressed by the gentle hand of nature with spectacular weather most of its current run, the 2008 Red River Revel ended on a high note Saturday.

Candidates spend big to get voters

Oct 12, 2008 7:04 am

Voters in Nov. 4 U.S. Senate race must sort the charges and choose the winner. Besides Kennedy and Landrieu, voters could choose from Richard Fontanesi, Libertarian, or independents "Jay" Pa...

Carnival makes school on Saturday fun at Southern Hills

Oct 12, 2008 7:04 am

Kaylin Lindsey, a fifth-grader at Southern Hills Elementary School, likes going to school, especially on Saturday when there are carnival games galore.

Kennedy thinks 'Washington is a mess'

Oct 12, 2008 7:04 am

Armed with a message of change and a new political party that supports him, State Treasure John Kennedy has set his sights on a big target, incumbent U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu.

Incumbent Landrieu says 'I am a proven'

Oct 12, 2008 7:04 am

U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu, 53, a veteran of political races since she was 23, again finds herself in a contentious contest.

Toledo Bend supporters depend upon unusual tactics

Oct 12, 2008 7:02 am

'Mr. Toledo Bend' Cliff Ammons was credited with rallying support for the massive undertaking.

Louisiana craftsmen take part in Epcot festival

Oct 12, 2008 7:02 am

It's a small world after all, indeed. It's something that central Louisiana tourism officials and artists found true this week while participating in the 13th annual Food and Wine Festival at Walt Dis...

Retirees pivotal to succeess of Toledo Bend's 40-year history

Oct 12, 2008 7:02 am

The official 40th anniversary is next year but some say it was 1968 when Toledo Bend began attracting fishermen, tourists and retirees.

Reservoir's history will play into its future

Oct 12, 2008 7:02 am

The process to relicense the Toledo Bend Project is under way and could take up to five years.

Local News for Lafayette, Louisiana from theadvertiser.com

Tebow-ed Over: No. 3 LSU falls to No. 11 Florida

Oct 12, 2008 5:55 am

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - The LSU football team looked like it was in need of medical care, not Florida quarterback Tim Tebow.

Senate battle mounts

Oct 12, 2008 5:21 am

BATON ROUGE - Candidates for U.S. Senate and their political parties are spending big bucks trying to sway Louisiana voters and their ads try to paint ugly pictures of the opposition.

Mrs. Cory Holland

Oct 12, 2008 4:00 am

Jessi M. Moesta and Cory B. Holland were united in marriage on October 11, 2008 at Le Triomphe Country Club. Andy Tribe officiated the ceremony.

Leslie Breaux and Bradley Miller

Oct 12, 2008 4:00 am

Mr. and Mrs. David Wayne Breaux of Youngsville are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Leslie Nicole to Mr. Bradley Charles Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs. Randy...

Katie McGaw

Oct 12, 2008 4:00 am

Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Thomas McGaw of New Orleans announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Katie Virginia McGaw, to Mr. Richard Peter Voorhies III, son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Peter Voorhies, Jr. ...

Nicholas LeBlanc and Anna Yunker

Oct 12, 2008 4:00 am

Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Yunker are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Anna Elizabeth to Nicholas Dean LeBlanc, son of Russell and Elizabeth LeBlanc.

Brian Gibson and Dawn Stutes

Oct 12, 2008 4:00 am

Dawn Michelle Stutes and Brian Duke Gibson will exchange wedding vows on Saturday the 25th of October at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Grand Coteau, La.

Airboat Angels

Oct 12, 2008 4:00 am

They may seem to be unlikely heroes. In his younger days, Doug Bienvenu had been known as a bit of an outlaw. He frequently spent his weekends in the St. Martin Parish jail after bar fights.

Walking the runway

Oct 12, 2008 4:00 am

Runway on the Runway, held Oct. 4 at Lafayette Regional Airport, raised money for Stuller Place and Faith House.

Leaders seek calming effect

Oct 12, 2008 4:00 am

WASHINGTON - President Bush and the world's financial leaders staged repeated displays of unity Saturday to combat an unfolding credit crisis, hoping to calm investors whose panic has spread despite b...

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