Lafayette and the surrounding area of Acadian celebrates the Mardi Gras season.
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Spare Times
A selected guide to Labor Day and other events in New York City and the region.
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Blind golfer from Franklin is right on target when it comes to raising funds
A lthough legally blind, Terri Petersen decided to try hitting a few balls at her son's golf scramble three years ago. Turns out, she had a knack for the sport.
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Oyster supply down but not out
The question ?Who ate the first oyster?? may be the most entertaining query concerning the seafood, but ?How do they continue to survive in the bays and on local restaurant menus?? is the more difficult one to answer.
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Which were the best, worst coaching hires?
New St. John's coach Steve Lavin came up on both sides of the argument when we asked our experts at the...
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New Orleans experiences cultural renaissance
Since Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans has experienced a rebirth due in part to the emergence of new economic sectors and the increased focus on innovation. On the five-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans? native son, WRTI?s Jazz host Jeff Duperon, says the Louisiana hotspot is on the mend and growing. ?It?s good to let people know that while things have changed, it?s a slow process ...
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Overheard in D.C.: Endearing Tourists
Photo by applesanity This weekend is going to be an interesting one, with the Glenn Beck rally and a competing NAACP-sponsored rally on the Mall. But before you get annoyed, just realize that sometimes the city can be a confusing place, and confused tourists can be kind of sweet. Overheard of the Week At the Woodley Park Metro: Tourist gentleman to Metro Station attendant, through the window ...
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Hurricane Katrina anniversary events, festivals and more in New Orleans this weekend
Events happening in and around New Orleans.
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A weekend in New Orleans, five years later
Sipping a cool cocktail and listening to Leon ?Kid Chocolate? Brown at Irvin M
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Tuesday's Hurricane Katrina anniversary events
These events are scheduled to commemorate the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. (A complete list of the week's events.) NORA?S NEW ORLEANS JOURNEY RECOVERY TOURS Daily through Saturday. Citywide bus tours twice a day will allow members of the community...
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Hurricane Katrina fifth anniversary events
Calendar of commemorations
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