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Memorial Day madness: Yo-yo time for Wall Street
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Concert review: James Morrison (Video)
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Corruption fighter Patrick Fitzgerald resigns as U.S. Attorney in Chicago
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UAW and GM not protecting long-term temporary workers
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D.C. United to play Richmond Kickers in U.S. Open Cup
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It is a wonderful time to head to Lake County CA for wine (Part 2)
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Arizona Sheriff Arpaio uses taxpayers' money to send birther investigators to Hawaii
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It's just poop: Potty talk and potty training
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Be crystal for God
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Anarchists fail in Chicago but succeed in suburb during NATO 2012
Carla Ledbetter
Carla Ledbetter has three published suspense novels under the name C D Ledbetter and is a contributing author to several short story anthologies. In addition, she currently serves as the Director of Web Content for Cenla Advantage Partnership, which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building prosperity in Central Louisiana, funded in part by The Rapides Foundation.
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The Status Update
An informed and often humorous take on the world of advertising, public relations and social media. 100% Pure. Not from concentrate.
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Liz Strauss: The future of social media
Breakout influencer of 2011 shares her unique thoughts on social media, business.
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Naked Pizza: Even better than it sounds for entrepreneurs
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David Armano: The future of digital media
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Liz Strauss: The future of social media
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Champion's Heart
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Red Thread: An Adoptive Family Forum
The Red Thread is written for that special tribe: adoptive families and those who hope to be.
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Sports Around
Contributions to the Communities Sports desk from readers.
Recent Entries by Carla Ledbetter
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Norwegian freestyle cruising is the only way to sail
Published 7:59 p.m. July 10, 2011
Norwegian’s Freestyle Cruise program offers a different take on traditional style cruises –come sail away “freestyle” and leave worry behind
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Louisiana oysters: Always sublime, any way you eat them
Published 4:41 p.m. June 11, 2011
Raw, baked, broiled, fried, stewed, roux-ed, or turned into dressing – Louisiana oysters are always divine.
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Memorial Day is about honor and remembrance
Published 4:53 p.m. May 27, 2011
Consider a visit to a service-related museum or memorial to help your kids understand why we celebrate Memorial Day
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Harold Camping’s no-show rapture: lessons learned
Published 10:57 p.m. May 22, 2011
Harold Camping’s rapture was a no-show ; instead of judging, why not use this opportunity to examine our own spiritual behavior?
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Row Row Row that Dragon Boat!
Published 10:38 p.m. May 18, 2011
Dragon boat teams paddled through rough Red River currents to compete in the inaugural Louisiana Dragon Boat races!
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Morganza Spillway gates open – Louisiana braces for Mississippi River floodwaters
Published 1:42 a.m. May 15, 2011
Officials open Morganza Spillway gates in effort to save New Orleans and Baton Rouge from Mississippi River floodwaters
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BREAKING NEWS: Morganza Spillway to Open May 14
Published 8:55 p.m. May 13, 2011
Louisiana will open the Morganza Spillway on May 14 in an effort to avert rising Mississippi River floodwaters
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Raging Mississippi River threatens everything in its path
Published 11:29 p.m. May 10, 2011
Will opening two Louisiana spillways divert enough water to save cities in the Mississippi River’s path?
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Ground Zero Celebrations ensue at news of bin Laden's death
Published 1:25 a.m. May 2, 2011
Crowds of jubilant Americans celebrate the news of Osama bin Laden's death as a result of American Military Operation in Pakistan.
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Live: Osama bin Laden killed by American forces
Published 11:16 p.m. May 1, 2011
May 1, 2011 will be the day most remembered after the events of 9/11, because it is the day Osama bin Laden was killed by an American Military Operation
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It’s crawfish time
Published 2:08 p.m. March 18, 2011
Call them anything you want: mudbugs, crayfish, crawfish, crawdads—as long as you boil them up hot and spicy
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Parades, potties and public spaces
Published 10:15 p.m. March 8, 2011
During Mardi Gras, should individuals be allowed to rope off public property and bring in private porta potties?
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Paragon Casino Resort: This place has the cure for what ails you
Published 12:28 p.m. March 2, 2011
If you have a bad case of the winter blues or just need a break, stop by the Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville, Louisiana.
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'Ghost Hunters' season premiere - Live and up close
Published 4:42 p.m. February 23, 2011
Carla Ledbetter reports live from the Diamond Grill in Alexandria, Louisiana, featured in the "Ghost Hunters" season 7 premiere.
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'Rook' - Coming soon to a theater near you
Published 9:23 a.m. February 21, 2011
How do movies get made? Here’s what it takes to transform movies from idea to box office blockbusters
