Unnatural disaster
Poorly conceived from the start, Citizens Insurance ‘could be the worst financial disaster in 100 years.’
Where should a revamped downtown East Baton Rouge Library be located?
Issue: July 31, 2007
Moving up
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Vetoes fuel for campaign
Gov. Kathleen Blanco's vetoes of three popular bills can provide plenty of debate for gubernatorial candidates. But it's unlikely that the Legislature will return to overturn her actions.
20 campaign questions
Here are some questions that anyone running for governor or the Legislature needs to answer. Voters need to press candidates for their responses.
‘A win-win situation’
The Legislature approved a number of insurance-related bills— including a $100 million incentive fund—designed to create more competition and drive down prices.
Let me get that
Nearing the end of her grilled chicken Caesar salad, advertising executive Ann Edelman, 49, knew it was inevitable: Her male lunch date was going to insist on paying.
Crime doesn’t pay
A shooting after the Fourth of July fireworks display serves as a potential setback to the city’s efforts
to promote downtown’s revitalization.
Show me your creds
Faced with the choice of a flamboyant populist with lifetime membership or a streetwise businessman new to the fray, Democratic regulars are quietly coalescing behind the name they know in the governor’s race.
So happy together
The merger of The Gautreau Group with N.O.-based LSRH is seen as the first of its kind for area accounting firms.
Tying in to Interstate 10
Blue Cross Blue Shield and two B.R. developers seek access points to the frontage roads between Bluebonnet Boulevard and Siegen Lane.
Needs in Capital Region are growing
Permanent changes have happened in the area because of hurricanes Katrina and Rita that have increased the burden on charities and non-profit agencies. The Capital Area United Way is working to make sure that the donations increase to match demand. Also: Foti needs to be held accountable for grandstanding, School system gets an A+ in politics and Edwin Edwards needs to serve his time.
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