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Kickoff of St. Tammany coroner recall effort draws steady stream of voters
St. Tammany Parish voters sign recall petition against Coroner Peter Galvan at a public kickoff on First Street in Olde Towne Slidell on Saturday, May 18, 2013.
Resident, leaders fight proposed massive flood insurance hike
Being next to the water is one of the pleasures of life in Louisiana. But alarm is spreading over the potential for massive flood insurance hikes.
High Pearl River will keep speckled trout from leaving Lake Pontchartrain, guides say
Capt. Kris Robert has been participating in what has been a fantastic speckled trout run along the Trestles in eastern Lake Pontchartrain.
Defense: No taped evidence of Gilmore taking bribes
The defense attorney for former Monroe city councilman Arthur Gilmore tried Tuesday to show that his client did not take bribes from the government's key witness, Monroe businessman Eddie Hakim.
Community college construction bill advances to House
Legislation establishing a $250 million construction plan for community colleges across the state is headed for its final step in the Legislative process.
Drunk driver who killed 7 gets his sentenced reduced
Advocate staff photo by BILL FEIG - Brett Gerald, center-in wheelchair, arrives for a bail hearing at the Clinton Courthouse.
New Research Facility To Benefit 'Gator' Farmers
Small studies on alligator nutrition have been ongoing at the LSU AgCenter Aquaculture Research Station, but with the addition of new facilities, those projects can be expanded, according to LSU AgCenter assistant vice chancellor Phil Elzer.
Our Views: An end run on borrowing
One of the hardest things to get across in government is the necessity of following the rules.
Photos: Ascension in Focus, 5/9/13
Advocate staff photos by ADAM LAU -- 2012 Teen Miss Gonzales Jambalaya Lexie Scioneaux, 15, left, blows the embers under her mini-pot with coaching from cook Scott Duplechein, right, during a Queens' Day jambalaya cook-off at Duplechein's home in St.
Search for missing teacher Terrilyn Monette to resume Sunday; official calls for nationwide search
An overhead photo shows vehicles submerged in Bayou St. John. Police will resume searching the waterway for missing teacher Terrilyn Monette's black Honda Accord on Sunday.
Charity Ball Association to honor 16 debutantes
The Charity Ball Association of Baton Rouge will present 16 young women at its annual Le Bal de Noel on Dec.
New research facility to benefit - gator' farmers
LSU AgCenter animal nutritionist Millie Williams holds an alligator that's part of her nutrition project as LSU AgCenter assistant vice chancellor Phil Elzer and Robert Reigh, resident director of the LSU AgCenter Aqua-culture Research Station look on.
Diabetes program expands enrollment
A national program that helps people learn their risk of Type 1 diabetes is hoping to attract more participants with online enrollment.
Sister Helen Prejean's passion to end the death penalty is a challenge to others
For two decades, Sister Helen Prejean has traveled around the country and the world, speaking out against capital punishment.
Photos: Ascension in Focus, 5/9/13
Advocate staff photos by ADAM LAU -- 2012 Teen Miss Gonzales Jambalaya Lexie Scioneaux, 15, left, blows the embers under her mini-pot with coaching from cook Scott Duplechein, right, during a Queens' Day jambalaya cook-off at Duplechein's home in St.
Notes from the Legislature's regular session
BATON ROUGE -- Nine soldiers from Louisiana who died in Afghanistan and Iraq were memorialized Tuesday by the state Senate.
Compromise in works in La. 1088 rezoning case near Mandeville
The St. Tammany Parish Council has offered a compromise to a businessman who is appealing the Zoning Commission's denial of his request to have a 1-acre lot along Louisiana 1088 near Mandeville rezoned to an intensive commercial designation.
The 76-year-old Algiers native strolled on stage at the New Orleans Jazz Fest on Sunday afternoon with the help of a wheeled walker, but his voice proved about as strong, smooth and clear as ever.
Leaders honored as 'Pilots of the Year'
The two were applauded through Broadway songs for their support of the school and community involvements.
Engagement: Claire Angers & Mark Risher
<![CDATA[Claire Angers Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Brion Angers, of Lafayette are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Claire Leigh Angers to Mark James Risher, son of Mr. and Mrs. Owen Thomas Risher, of Lafayette. The couple will be united in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony on Friday, June 21, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., at Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville, Louisiana. Miss. Angers, whose mother is the former Frances Veazey, is a 2002 graduate of St. Thomas More High School, and a 2006 graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Geraldine Angers, and the late Robert "Bob" Angers, and the late Mr. and Mrs. George Veazey. Mr. Risher, whose mother is the former Julie Duplantis, is a 2003 graduate of St. Thomas More High School, and a 2007 graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Mr. Risher is the grandson of Maunette Risher, and the late James T. Risher, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Caliste Duplantis Jr. Following the wedding, the couple will reside in Lafayette.