Charter schools rush to fill void in Big Easy Jun 9, 2008
Writing about New Orleans in a new book, Leigh Dingerson, education team leader for the Center for Community Change in the District, says Louisiana school authorities have "opened a flea market of entrepreneurial opportunism that is dismantling the institution of public education in New Orleans." ... This spring, results from the Louisiana Educational Assessment Program tests show modest gains for schools here, but overall achievement is still poor ... But he detoured to Louisiana. (MSNBC -- Race)
T's: Food lures customers Jun 2, 2008
All the catfish is now farm-raised in Louisiana. "That pan has breaded many a catfish," he said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Unforgettable, sumptuous getaways in Dixie May 30, 2008
There are places in the Souththe coastal Lowcountry of she-crabs and shrimp, the Louisiana lands of crawfish and jambalaya, the eastern North Carolina region of peppery pulled porkthat send gastronomes into orbit. Get beyond biscuits and gravy: Southern foodways are wide and varied, ranging from African-rooted soul food to innovative wild-game cookery and New Southern Cuisine. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Rotary Springoree offers fun for all May 22, 2008
CLEAR LAKE'S Emily Smitherman, a 2004 summa cum laude graduate of Clear Lake High, graduated summa cum laude May 16 from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge with a B.S. in Psychology with an almost perfect grade point average. A member of Phi Beta Kappa, she graduated with a host of honors including Phi Beta Keppa Distinction and being named Psychology Student of the Year. (The Citizen - online, TX)
New club celebrates old engine collecting May 20, 2008
Even though the club is still far from official and without documentation or registered members, its first show on Saturday at the Hansel King Sportsplex was a success, with 74 engines on display from 22 exhibitors from Mississippi and Louisiana. "There's a lot of us around Brookhaven who have these old engines," Brumfield said. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
More of this story May 20, 2008
Rather than poke fun at the locals, he used his wife's family, from Louisiana, to point out some funny idiosyncrasies. Is there anyone from Louisiana out there ... Louisiana, I kid them a lot, has the greatest food on the planet earth, as long as you don't ask too many questions about what you're eating. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Auction of Estella Collection draws artists' indignation May 10, 2008
Aggravating the controversy, the auction was announced just after the works had been exhibited at the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Humlebaek, Denmark, from March to August of last year. Had they known the Estella Collection would quickly be sold, officials at the Danish museum said, they would never have organized the exhibition. (International Herald Tribune)
Discover New Orleans' new shine May 2, 2008
Cherished favorites are doing the city proud, like K-Pauls Louisiana Kitchen, where Chef Paul Prudhomme often roams the dining room signing menus and chatting up guests who cant resist his spicy Creole and Cajun creations ... The newly-conceived Vieux To Do weekend (June 13-15) rolls three festivals into onethe Cajun Zydeco Festival, the Louisiana Seafood Festival and the Creole Tomato Festival. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Town owner suing Texas company for not auctioning Garryowen Apr 19, 2008
KSLA News 12 Headlines. Associated Press - April 18, 2008 9:35 PM ET. (KSLA.com, LA)
Big names owe big-time on taxes Apr 15, 2008
Georgia mistakenly thought the life-long Louisiana resident lived in Georgia during the 1990s, says Grant Coleman, his tax attorney. After an inquiry from USA TODAY, the state reviewed the case, removed Copeland's name and canceled his tax liens. (USA Today -- Money)
Donaldsonville 'Art, Antiques & Authors' festival this weekend Apr 5, 2008
Today, they are memorialized around Louisiana at various events by the re-organized Donaldsonville Cannoneers, a civic group of the Fort Butler Foundation whose mission it is to advance the forward development and preservation of Louisiana history. Burt Flemming, a chainsaw sculptor, will also be demonstrating his art during the festival. (Gonzales Ascension Citizen, LA)
DOLL FESTIVAL BEGINS TODAY Apr 5, 2008
The Louisiana s Doll Festival and Show begins today, April 4 through Saturday, Apr ... Those attending the Louisiana Doll Show and Festival will find other attractions to tour in DeRidder, as well ... In conjunction with the Louisiana Doll Festival and Show, LongLeaf Cycling Club will hold its first annual Tour de Beauregard. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Music, egg hunts, services: Many ways to mark Easter Mar 22, 2008
He writes columns for religious publications in North Carolina, New York, Pennsylvania, Louisiana and Kansas. 349-8773. (Greensboro News Record)
Minnie Driver feels viewers will get Riches quick Mar 18, 2008
If you just read a blurb that says, A couple of con artists and their kids trying to steal the American Dream move into a rich neighborhood in Louisiana, you re kind of good to go, Driver said in a recent conference call with reporters. That s what s wonderful about our show is that you can explain it really quickly. (Boston Herald)
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Event planning Louisiana Doll Festival and Show board members (clockwise from left) Ruth Suire, Beverly Fox, Charles Catha, artist Red Owen, Jerry DeWitt, Carolyn Palmer, Hazel Loftin, Robert Loftin, Velmer Smith, Mike Smith, Todd Suire, and Judy Causey (not shown) are busy making plans for the upcoming 2008 festival, which will be held at the Beauregard Parish Fairgrounds, the first weekend of April. Coordinators are busy making plans for this year's Louisiana Doll Festival and Show, set for... (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Letters to the Editor - 3/4/2008 Mar 5, 2008
Can you say William Jefferson, Democrat, Louisiana. $90K Cold Cash. (North County Times)
More Community Calendar » Mar 4, 2008
"Eastern Star meetsThe Pinehurst Chapter #33, Order of the Eastern Star, located in DeRidder, meets the second Thursday, of each month.Friday, Mar. 1470th Anniversary celebrationThe Louisiana State Law Institute will mark Friday, Mar. 14 and Saturday, Mar. 15 with its 70th Birthday Celebration. The institute will hold its 66th annual meeting and banquet at the Monteleone Hotel, in New Orleans, as one of its regular council meetings. The theme of the annual banquet will be the recognition of the... (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
COMMUNITY CALENDAR Feb 21, 2008
SW Louisiana Forestry Forum egard Forestry Association Annual Meeting ... Topics include: BFA Update , George Giltner, President; DeRidder and Tree City USA , Office of Mayor; Gasifying Wood , Dr. Les Groom, US Forest Service; Forestry On-Line , Keith Hawkins, LSU AgCenter; Forestry Issues and Update , Buck Vandersteen, Louisiana Forestry Association; Major Invasive Plant Species in Louisiana and their Control Measures , Dr. Hallie Dozier, LSU AgCenter; and MeadWestvaco Eucalyptus Program , Dr.... (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Old audio equipment sale aids BLT plans Feb 19, 2008
The stop in Brookhaven was but one part of the Wilsons' journey that will take them to Louisiana, Texas and Kansas to seek similar forgotten theater treasures from those states. "It's just another piece of the pie," Wilson said. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Conventions could fill void now that big events are over Feb 19, 2008
Autos HomeCenter Zero In On Your Next Home Free Classifieds. 10:06 PM CST on Monday, February 18, 2008. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Revelers usher in Mardi Gras in New Orleans Feb 6, 2008
Louisiana voters do not head to the polls until Saturday, so many let their costumes make political statements on a day when many Americans cast ballots in party presidential primaries in nearly two dozen states ... "It's just heritage. It's Louisiana. We're crazy," said Courir participant Cody Granger, 24, wearing what looked like surgical scrubs decorated with the New Orleans Saints' logo. (International Herald Tribune)
FOR THE LOVE OF BEADS ... Head Start for parade ... Eye on eating healthier here ... Exchange students looking for Teche Area locations ... Ezana fun and beads ... Survivor: Wage love ... Faulk new chairman ... Teche Area deals with building codes ... The buddy system ... Lively wants new trial ... Mom Saves Family ... Local actress to have her say ... Help available for bills ... Listen to \'The Voice\' ... Lawsuit seeks money from city ... BANQUET A BIG \'DEAL\' ... New Iberia parade canceled Friday ... Payroll probe started ... Barras: New ethics legislation to change politics at all levels ... Work zoning ordinance continues ... Primary voting starting Saturday ... Hiroshima survivor speaking Sunday at St. Peter\'s Church ... Big brothers, sisters needed ... Parents enjoy lesson in LEAP planning ... Catholic High School multiplies math help ... WANTED: O, B AND A ... Hagerich gets the job ... Area part of \'Trails\' program ... No explanation: Ghost hunters hear voice on tape ... Three bid for North Lewis work ... Sewerage district to review options for new houses ... Income tax filing could be free for some in \'07 ... Crawfish crop struggling locally ... Hundreds attend Walk for Life in New Iberia ... Plea in hit-and-run death ... St. Martin inmate leaves job site at port ... St. Martinville council discusses sagging ... Interest in civic center-Krueger ... Arrests made after area 15-year-old shot in head ... City gives up part of Holly St. ... Bayou Benoit dock approved ... St. Martinville trash services up for grabs ... High-stakes testing approaching ... Saluting King\'s way ... \'Remembering the Dream\' at St. Edward School ... Will IPC ok pick? ... Lewis St. work nearing ... Parade keeps civil rights legacy alive ... MAKING IT BETTER ... LATEST SETBACK ... Traffic problems highlight growing pains ... Man dies in crash ... Rural zoning plan nearing completion ... Teche Theater to open as new music studio next month ... Local museum looking for music memorabilia ... Meeting determine fate of city property ... Teche housing market strong ... Motel room raided ... Hebert: transfer of Lafayette prisoner \'routine\' move ... FreeCycle finding local trash a safe home ... Naquin doing big things for \'little\' as mentor ... Crash ties up U.S. 90 ... Area reps meet with governor ... FAIR LOOK AT FUTURE CAREERS ... United Way holds a night of generosity ... New Delcambre digs coming ... Official meet and greet lunches ... Jeanerette man arrested for break-in ... THE TAX MAN COMETH ... DWI task force created ... Elected officials gathering set ... Burglary suspects arrested ... Movie pitch to IPC ... Flu season a light one so far; not too late to get shots ... Council members start their duties ... IPC upset by hiring ... Ethics course set for parish ... Fire damages house on La. 14 ... Fat Tuesday doesnt have to be trashy one ... Five-year plan unveiled ... Students D.A.R.E. to graduate ... Driver sentenced after fatal crashN ... LTC spring session starts ... Local legislators look ahead to terms ... Heat the house safely ... New day begins for St. Mary Council ... Elementary school combination finalizing ... \'STORMS\' PREPARATION ... A fifth of Iberia electorate cant vote ... Louisiana begins closed primaries ... Foster kids in need of homes ... Workshop to foster open communication ... Senior dinners planned in Franklin this week ... No cane trucks in historic district ... Jeanerette seeking all old photos ... Roughrider rides in ... Baudry to usher in change ... St. Martinville mayor ponders sagging law ... Well-known artists to play at Sliman ... Iberia 4-H\'ers show their livestock ... Collecting, tinkering part of his life ... Loreauville aldermen will meet ... Delcambre meeting set ... Relief on way from carbon black? ... Festival picks local artists work ... Big rig runs off road ... MERCHANDISE BLITZ ... Dispute leads to cutting ... Missing hunter\'s body found in lake ... May join suit ... Public invited to free brass quintet show ... WRDA celebrated by port, Mary Landrieu ... Compliance department expanding ... St. Mary extends deal for superintendent ... CONGRESSIONAL VISIT ... Awards amount settled ... Building plans draw criticism ... Board picks new BPMS principal ... District attorney backs child rape death penalty ... Christmas tree restoration in works ... Restoring state\'s coast job No. 1 ... Officers tabbed for Iberia school board ... Baldwin board to set meeting times for 2008 ... Teche residents sought in Hospice training ... Vitter: WRDA long time coming ... Crash victims family sues ... Mayor outlines projects for 2008 ... Deare Street shooting wounds man, woman ... Late tax returns may slow student aid process ... United Way banquet planned Jan. 17 ... Leadership class gets started with retreat ... Enhancement fund delivering quality in Iberia ... Straightening out right-of-way issues on council agenda ... St. Mary schools head gets evaluated ... Local fans love watching LSU roll ... Area men tied to gang ... Loreauville native wears his colors in Ohio ... Robbery attempt investigated ... Search for missing Coteau hunter continues ... Iberia Parish Council considers issue with Estates subdivision ... Belle Place principal named Wednesday ... St. Martin board considers new director ... Wednesday last day for registration ... St. Martinville tables vote on sagging pants law ... HUNTING GHOSTS ... LSU band ready ... Cars end up in water ... New Iberia meeting includes mayor\'s projects for 2008 ... New officer selection slated in St. Martinville ... Young Tiger Fan ... Computer has child porn ... A year later, still coping with death ... Chamber sets it banquet Jan. 24 ... Epiphany not just start of Mardi Gras season ... Local teen in top 25 best performers ... St. Mary council considers variances ... Sagging law gets second look ... Icy fountain ... Prior abuse”coroner ... Future Tiger pumped up, to ... Subdivision plans draw more fire ... Hebert hopes Acadiana delegation bands together ... Champagne gets taste of House\'s money committee ... Robberies related? ... BCS BRINGS OUT BIG LSU FANS ... Big day set for Joseph ... Tree pickup dates are scheduled ... Unemployment numbers down across Teche Area ... FIRST BABY OF \'08 ... Hard freeze ahead ... Area man wins tickets ... Jeanerette gas station robbed ... Neighbor suspect in robbery ... Best of 2007 ... Comeaux, Freyou hit crossroads ... Comeaux, Freyou hit crossroads ... S.N.A.P., New Start Center reieve ticket sale BCS payoff ... 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Whether it is back home in Hawaii or 4,000-plus miles east in Louisiana, the combination of good food and good people always makes things right ... "Louisiana people are generally so nice, with an open and inviting feeling that's very much like the ohana spirit back in Hawaii," Lila added ... The couple are thoroughly enjoying their first visit here, and have warmed to the friendliness of Louisiana residents. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
* World News Quick Take Dec 30, 2007
The small village of Reeves in southwest Louisiana is finally getting its wish: to rid itself of a telephone prefix often associated with the devil or the Antichrist. Starting this month, residents and businesses can change the first three digits of their phone numbers from 666 to 749. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Bowl name's roots stem from ancient business Dec 30, 2007
Your Connection to the. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Denial irks farmers market vendors Dec 25, 2007
The market had to close in late October after the man who owned the lot where the market was located, on the southeast corner of Louisiana and Church streets, opted to sell the land. Members of the farmers market committee, who sold organic produce and meats, candles, birdhouses, crafts, and other items, then asked the city of McKinney to use the parking lot north of the Chestnut Square Historic Village and immediately east of the Collin County Courthouse at 210 S. McDonald Street. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Check out our list of Southeastern festivals Dec 18, 2007
Mardi Gras of Southwest Louisiana ... The oldest and coldest festival in Louisiana has sporting competitions, hunting instruction, oyster shucking, retriever dog trials, food booths and carnival rides. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Alabama coast bounces back after Hurricane Ivan Dec 7, 2007
For non-carnivores, the menu is tilted heavily toward gulf seafood and Louisiana specialties. The community had no visitor lodgings until 1997, when the town's unofficial goodwill ambassador, David Worthington, opened the Magnolia Springs Bed fast in an 1890s Victorian home. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Katrina leaves permanent scar on forests Nov 29, 2007
By Thomas H. Maugh II and Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times Staff Writers November 16, 2007 An analysis of satellite imagery of the Gulf Coast shows that Hurricane Katrina destroyed an estimated 320 million trees in Mississippi and Louisiana, an unprecedented loss of forestland that will reshape the region for generations, Louisiana researchers reported today ... "In some areas of southeast Louisiana and southeast Mississippi, it was 100% damage," said Wayne Hagan, founder of Timberland Management... (Yahoo News -- Tropical Storms and Hurricanes)
O.J. Simpson due in Nevada court Nov 28, 2007
Discover all the best things to do, see, hear and taste in Louisiana. louisianatravel. (Yahoo News)
Nativity on Gaither Mountain Nov 22, 2007
"When I opened the package, the very first one I picked up was the one from Israel that I had given her. Her husband said, 'I'm going to keep one of these myself.' But then he came this summer and brought that one, too. It's from Alaska, and I have them all displayed in a special place. "I have a friend in Louisiana, Larry Norman, who sends me a new one every year. He collects Nativities as well. (Newton County Times, AR)
Things to do Nov 17, 2007
Grand Ole Gospel, 485 Carrow Road, Chocowinity, will host the Mel McDaniel's Show at 7 p.m. McDaniel is known for his songs "Louisiana Saturday Night," "Stand Up," "Anger and Tears," "Baby's Got Her Blue Jeans On," "I Call It Love," "Stand On It" and a remake of Chuck Berry's "Let It Roll (Let It Rock)." Tickets are $20 for general admission, $25 for artist circle seats and half price for children. Call 975-2117. (The Daily Reflector)
The Summer Retreat of Bar Harbor Nov 11, 2007
When the British invaded and began sending the resident French to Louisiana some of them fled over the border to Quebec and others traveled west. M. Cadillac was among the latter group and fetched up at a place that became Detroit - where cars were subsequently produced. (Suite101.com)
Thousands pour into Dancing Rabbit Fest Oct 31, 2007
About 5,000 people showed up to this year's Dancing Rabbit Festival, which is sponsored by the Noxubee County Chamber of Commerce, traveling from Georgia, Louisiana, Alabama and all over the state of Mississippi. e don't have any other event like this in Noxubee County that gets the whole community together, said Marti Kauffman, executive secretary for the Noxubee County Chamber of Commerce. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Spirits reportedly visit some downtown haunts Oct 31, 2007
Spirits and ghostly figures have reportedly been seen walking around the Morning Star Treasures antique shop on Louisiana Street. A man who appears to have been a ghost was seen about two years ago by a family member of Gerry Wright, who co-owns Morning Star Treasures, just one block east of the square, Wright said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Simpson has a knack for finding trouble Sep 22, 2007
A Las Vegas mortgage broker, Stewart had a record: He pleaded guilty to cocaine possession in Louisiana after he was accused in 1987 of trying to sell the drug to an undercover detective, according to the Baton Rouge Advocate. Michael F. McClinton, 49, of Las Vegas, pleaded guilty in 1999 to possession of a controlled substance. (Arizona Republic)
Copper, construction theft still a major problem Sep 12, 2007
Autos HomeCenter Zero In On Your Next Home Free Classifieds. Copper, construction theft still a major concern for residents rebuilding. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Mark O'Brien: O'B loves O.B., give government -- and us -- a salute, other O'pinions Sep 6, 2007
And despite our chronic grumbling about them, our state and local agencies function better than those of Louisiana and New Orleans, where low expectations have been rampant for decades. -- Before he sentenced Patrick Nobles, Judge William Wright had some perceptive words for relatives and friends of the former University of West Florida student. (Pensacola News Journal)
Check out these Southeastern fall festivals Sep 5, 2007
Louisiana Renaissance Festival ... Southwest Louisiana Christmas Lighting Festival. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Area festivals gaining steam by joining forces Aug 30, 2007
Law expects vendors and contestants from Georgia, Louisiana, Arkansas and Tennessee in addition to those from within the state. Reader Comments. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Katrina survivor proudly calls Alabama her new home Aug 29, 2007
When Hurricane Katrina destroyed Michael Angell's home and possessions in Louisiana, the citizens of Alabama gave everything they could to help her recover ... Before coming to Alexander City, Angell spent nearly 40 years of her life in Louisiana as a portrait artist. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Bargain-hunters brave the heat Aug 7, 2007
I ve talked to people in years past from Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas and Texas, said Adkins ... This year alone, Larry and Judy said they met people from Florida, California, Louisiana and Illinois. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Home Insurers' Secret Tactics Cheat Fire, Disaster Victims, Hike Profits Aug 4, 2007
The August 2005 storm killed more than 1,600 people in Louisiana and Mississippi, left 500,000 people homeless and cost insurers $41. 1 billion. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
List of recalled toys Aug 2, 2007
Autos HomeCenter Zero In On Your Next Home Free Classifieds. List of recalled Fisher-Price toys. (WWLTV.com, LA)
The Franklin Mint to Offer Additional Items from El Cazador - 'The Shipwreck That Changed the World' - Celebrating the August Anniversary of Its Discovery in the Gulf of Mexico Aug 1, 2007
The never-before-seen items were fashioned from highly valuable content held by the "shipwreck that changed the world," a shipwreck that set off a chain of events that led to the Louisiana Purchase, which doubled the size of the United States over 200 years ago ... A Louisiana fisherman and his crew accidentally came across the ship in the Gulf of Mexico in August 1993 ... The Spanish Crown's equivalent of an "armored car," El Cazador was loaded with 450,000 pesos of silver reales minted to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sara Lee Recalls 27 Bread Products Jul 29, 2007
The products were sold in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee. Consumers can return the bread to the store where it was purchased for a refund. (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Nike Suspends Vick Contract Without Pay Jul 28, 2007
Coming Sunday ~Growing Things: Helping your plants survive your vacation~ ~Dredging up controvery on the Cedar River~ ~Symphony combines Maine lobsters, Louisiana music for fundraiser. In print and online, 24/7. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
VPPJ hosting trade days, Saturday, July 21at West Louisiana Forestry Festival Fairgrounds Jul 18, 2007
The Vernon Parish Police Jury is organizing a series of trade days at the West Louisiana Forestry Festival Fairgrounds in Leesville, held on the third Saturday of each month. The first trade day will be held from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at the fairgrounds. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
Gem Show this weekend in Centerville Jul 13, 2007
Larimar will be one of the many featured stones as well as amber, sugilite, conch pearls Louisiana opal and numerous types of shells. Visitors will see cabochons and faceted gemstones ready to be made into an exquisite piece of jewelry designed by you either in wirewrap or 14 karat gold or silver. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
The General Lee, Short Circuit Robot, Chewbacca and The Soprano's Ride Lead The Collection of Cars, Costumes and Other Collectibles to be put on the Auction Block August 2-3, 2007 Jul 12, 2007
-- Anakin Skywalker's light saber from Star Wars: Episode II-Attack of the Clones (*$40,000-$60,000) -- Ewan McGregor "Obi-Wan Kenobi" light saber from Star Wars: Episode 1-The Phantom Menace (*$25,000-$35,000) -- Grail tablet from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (*$30,000-$40,000) -- Statue of Liberty head from Planet of the Apes (*$30,000-$40,000) -- Elvis Presley's karate gi (*$20,000-$25,000) -- Original KWKH / Louisiana Hayride Microphone used by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and other... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Jul 9, 2007
FBCBOOTY (Weber, The Press-Enterprise) -- A native of Louisiana, USC QB John David Booty might be going home for the BCS national-title game next January if the preseason magazines are right. And that would raise the ire of LSU coach Les Miles. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
SHNS sports sked for Sunday, July 8, 2007 Jul 7, 2007
FBCBOOTY (Weber, The Press-Enterprise) -- A native of Louisiana, USC QB John David Booty might be going home for the BCS national title game next January if the preseason magazines are right. And that would raise the ire of LSU coach Les Miles. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Northwest Louisiana reaps benefits from growing film industry Jul 7, 2007
We are truly the rural connection for the film industry in north Louisiana,'' Warnock-Dorsey said. Of all of northwest Louisiana, Natchitoches has best capitalized on its Hollywood connection ... A promotional film touting rural northwest Louisiana and its diversity for filming was a hit two months ago at a California trade show, she said. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
celebrating bastille day in ste. genevieve Jul 6, 2007
Live entertainment will perform throughout the day, including Elsie Parker, who plays French classics and originals; House of Bishops, a Blues band, R & B and Oldies band; and Dennis Stroughmatt & the Creole Stomp, a Louisiana Creole Zydeco, Cajun and Blues band, as well as other local musicians. Event is free of charge to guests, but a 20 parking fee per car will be collected. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Cowabunga! 7-Elevens Get Kwik-E Makeover Jul 3, 2007
Eponymous towns in Massachusetts, Missouri, Illinois, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, New Jersey, Florida, Michigan, Kentucky, Nebraska, Colorado, Louisiana and Vermont are vying for the chance to serve as the host for a special premiere of the movie. Send to a Friend Check your e-mail, your friend's e-mail and message text are filled correctly. (E! Online)
Antique Tractor Pull Set Jun 21, 2007
Williams said he expects people from all over Mississippi to attend as well as people from Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee and Alabama. Morton resident Dr. Howard Clark, president of the association, said as technology has advanced farming, an event like this reminds people of simpler times. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Pair arrested for recent thefts Jun 20, 2007
If Ray Nagin runs for Louisiana Governor, would you vote for him. No, I would not vote for him. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Home Economics on TV Jun 15, 2007
Property fever is in our blood: this country made its fortune in sweet real estate deals--a Louisiana Purchase here, a few trinkets for Manhattan there--and these HGTV shows tap into something primal. They're not alone: Bravo, A and other channels have real-estate-oriented series, while HBO debuts the real estate satire 12 Miles of Bad Road next year. (Time.com)
More of this story Jun 9, 2007
Charlie Eddington, a former Louisiana sports writer and retired Potlatch Corp. public affairs executive, said the event delivers a major sales boost for businesses throughout the city. The festival increases sales immeasurably for us, from a slow mom and pop store to where it s hard to keep up with, especially after the Saturday parade (along Main Street), he said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
JUST AMONG FRIENDS Jun 7, 2007
"And what a chef he is!" He flew in Friday night sans his billfold (which was later found in Ohio; apparently dropped by the pick-pocket who stole it from Fred in Louisiana), but with all the fixings for some delicious meals. It turned cold, and as if they needed a reason, they had to shop for sweats and jackets. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Antique Machinery Show Set Jun 7, 2007
A sawmill will be operational with pine logs provided by some friends of the annual show from Louisiana. Several activities have been added for children, spokesman Becky Smith said. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Edward Haas stitches using metal thread Jun 4, 2007
"Yes, it's heavy, but it fits to your body. You don't just carry it on your shoulders. Your entire body wears it." Haas moved to these parts not long ago from the bayous of rural north Louisiana, where he learned his curious art. "This is the closest I can come to actually working in a forge. I've always just loved working with metal. Then to make something beautiful - wow. There is just something inherently manly about taking raw material and molding it to your will." Haas studied welding in... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Making the old new again May 27, 2007
Mattiace also has developments in Tennessee and Louisiana, while Peters' scope is more local. Peters is responsible for renovating The Plaza Building in downtown Jackson and also owns English Village, the local shopping center in the Belhaven neighborhood where he lives. (The Clarion-Ledger)
TOPS weight loss about self esteem, sensible eating May 16, 2007
"Field staff and sometimes members from other groups attend SRD who are from different states. One field staff member came up from Louisiana." "Plan on seeing more of TOPS No. AR55 as we get out more in the community," says Cathy. "We would like for anyone wishing to lose weight to visit our chapter and ask questions. We hope to see you as a member. TOPS AR55 meets each Monday at 5 p.m. in the lower half of the Farm Bureau building on Industrial Park Road. Those wanting further information may... (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
