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The Florida Parishes are those parishes in Louisiana which were part of West Florida in the early 19th century. Unlike much of the state of Louisiana, this region was not part of the Louisiana Purchase, as it remained under Spanish control.

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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.

Greg Norman's Southern Cross Developments Selects River Rim Ranch

Greg Norman’s Southern Cross Developments, proprietor of the exclusive “Norman Estates” real estate brand, is pleased to announce that River Rim Ranch in Teton Valley, Idaho will be the location for its newest project, the “Norman Ranch Estates. [Read More]

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