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Retired Army Lt. General Russel Honore Talks About Isaac Recovery, Louisiana Bicentennial and 9-11

Angela Thomas — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 15:50:03 +0000

Retired U.S. Army general discusses 9-11, Isaac and Louisiana's bicentennial.

Jewella Evacuee Shelter Set to Close Today As South Louisiana Residents Head Home

Angela Thomas — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 15:35:22 +0000

They're going home...but is it a good thing? South Louisiana residents staying at our local shelter on Jewella Avenue now have to face the damage Hurricane Isaac caused to their homes.

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Who to Call if Your Animal Wasn't Evacuated During Hurricane Isaac [PHOTOS]

Danny Fox — Sun, 02 Sep 2012 21:40:52 +0000

Hurricane Isaac has come and gone but there are still problems in Louisiana.

Sometimes animals do not get evacuated. People might have been out of town or maybe the authorities wouldn’t evacuate animals. Whatever the case may be, these animals are surely in need of care or evacuation.

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Mitt Romney Visits Isaac Flood Victims in Louisiana [PHOTOS]

Danny Fox — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 05:13:54 +0000

The day after accepting the Republican Party's presidential nomination, Mitt Romney canceled an appearance Friday and came to Louisiana to see the flooded areas near New Orleans, acknowledging the damage caused by Hurricane Isaac.

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Shreveport Evacuation Center's Population Swells

John Lee — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 19:40:57 +0000

Evacuees have been pouring into the state-run critical needs shelter in the old Sam's Club store on Jewella because of flooding in south Louisiana. They're being bussed in -- many with nothing but the clothes on their backs.

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State Police Provide Tips for Evacuees Headed to Shreveport-Bossier Shelters

Angela Thomas — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 17:51:51 +0000

LSP Troop G Spokesman Matt Harris tells me there are numerous things folks need to remember if they're headed to our area in their own vehicles. First and foremost, slow it down. He says the high water, combined with oil on the roadways, acts just like a sheet of ice

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Republicans Damaged by Hurricane Isaac as Obama Takes On Reddit's 'Ask Me Anything'

Elaine Etheridge — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:47:03 +0000

Hurricane Isaac is getting so much media attention it seems unlikely that anyone is watching this week's televised Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida. To make matters worse for Republicans, President Obama visited social media site Reddit today where he was answered questions live.

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Raw Videos Show the Power of Hurricane Isaac [VIDEOS]

Joe Hyer — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 21:00:54 +0000

Despite recently weakening to a tropical storm, the catastrophic effects of Hurricane Isaac continue through Wednesday afternoon. The storm has dumped more than ten inches of rain across the area and left at least 725,000 homes without power. Property damages are estimated to total well over $1 billion. The National Hurricane Center expects the storm [...]

Caddo, Bossier & More School Closures [UPDATED FOR FRIDAY]

John Lee — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:30:46 +0000

The possibility of heavy rain and even flooding tomorrow has prompted some school closings.

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Hurricane Isaac Rips Through the Gulf Coast [PHOTOS]

Steve King — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 19:00:24 +0000

Seven years ago, New Orleans experienced Katrina. Now, Hurricane Isaac is here and has already caused problems. To get an idea of what this storm is packing, take a look at these photos and please be safe when the rain arrives in the ArkLaTex.

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Isaac Upgraded to Category 1 Hurricane: Governor Jindal Says Extra Resources Being Utilized

Angela Thomas — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 17:34:22 +0000

Isaac has been upgraded to a Category 1 hurricane...on the eve of the seven-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina's south Louisiana landfall.

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Southwestern Electric Power Company Offers Tips on Hurricane Preparedness

Angela Thomas — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 15:57:37 +0000

SWEPCO spokeswoman has tips on how we can be prepared for the effects of Isaac.

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Preparing for Hurricane Isaac — How You Can Help

Turner And McCoy — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 09:40:00 +0000

Emergency response officials are preparing for the worst and hoping for the best as Tropical Storm Isaac picks up strength in the Gulf of Mexico. There is one shelter already open in the Ark-La-Tex with other locations on standby as needed. We have shelter information as well as volunteer information for you.

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Tropical Storm Isaac Flight Cancellations at New Orleans Airport

Danny Fox — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 05:47:26 +0000

All flights in to and out of New Orleans have been cancelled as of Tuesday, August 27 due to Tropical Storm Isaac. Flight cancellations were released by American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines.

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Shreveport Prepares for Hurricane Isaac

John Lee — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 23:20:11 +0000

The City of Shreveport is doing everything possible to prepare for the storm. A news release from the Mayor's Office says Fire, Police, Public Works, and Water and Sewer personnel are standing by to respond to any emergencies.

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Governor Might Skip Republican Convention

Erin McCarty — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:14:08 +0000

Bobby Jindal might sit out another golden opportunity to get on the national stage.

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Local Red Cross Volunteers to Help with Hurricane Relief

Erin McCarty — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:58:42 +0000

The local chapter of the Red Cross is preparing to help out with hurricane relief, if needed.

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