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  • This Week: JULY 11-17 Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 11:05PM@BR LabelBW copy:MONDAY
  • Input sought for restoration projects Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 11:09PMPORT ARTHUR — Natural resource trustees are planning early restoration to start addressing impacts to natural resources caused by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, and they’re welcoming ideas for specific restoration and conservation projects according to Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) officials.
  • South Florida’s Best Cruise Ships Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 8:00AMThese are the best ships to cruise in South Florida: Oasis of the Seas, Norwegian's Epic, Celebrity Century, Carnival Miracle and Coral Princess Cruise Line.
  • Fourth of July Events Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 4:07AMThe Longview Rodeo Arena is decked out in red, white and blue. Where do you want to celebrate July 4th? Find a listing of Indepencece Day celebrations on Page 5A.
  • Port Richey to launch fireworks from bayou Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 11:11PMThe city of Port Richey will present an Independence Day fireworks display on Monday, July 4. The fireworks will be launched from barges anchored in the middle of Miller's Bayou.
  • Fireworks, parades mark July 4 celebrations Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 10:12PMA bevy of events from fireworks to barbecues and greased pole climbing will ring in the Fourth of July in Tuolumne and Calaveras counties this weekend. Here are some of the events scheduled:
  • Datebook for July 1 to 6 Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 4:57PM• The annual Ebbetts Pass Independence Day Parade will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday on Highway 4 in Arnold. • Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys will present its annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday. Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. The fireworks show will begin at dark and last about 30 minutes.
  • From Kleman Plaza to Sopchoppy, patriotic party is in full swing Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 1:11AMThe rockets' red glare will illuminate communities all up and down the coast and around the area surrounding Tallahassee. And there are some fun auxiliary events leading up to the City of Tallahassee's big blowout Monday at Tom Brown Park.
  • Calendar Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 1:10AMCelebrate America Concert: Featuring the Capital City Concert Band and the TCC Jazz Band. 7:30 p.m. $5 donation for adults, children free. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.
  • Houston-Area July 4 Events Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 8:13AMHead out to the Berton A. Yates Stadium to start your Fourth of July celebration early with great food and a free air show. The event starts at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Rod Broussard at 93
  • Thibodaux fireworks show will go on July 4 Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 10:17AMPlans are set for Thibodaux’s annual public fireworks show and freedom festival this Independence Day despite some early worries over dry conditions in the parish.
  • Terrebonne Parish Council Action: June 23, 2011 Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 11:21AMThe following is a rundown of action taken by the Terrebonne Parish Council at its regular meeting Wednesday. All council members attended. All decisions were unanimous unless otherwise noted.
  • Greater Houston-area 4th of July fireworks displays, celebrations Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 9:37AMThe Houston area is buzzing with activities for the celebration of our nation's independence. You can find events from fireworks displays to parades, in just about every city and community. Here's a list we've compiled of the things we have heard about so far. If you see we have missed anything, or if you  want to add something, let us know in the comments below! HOUSTON Freedom Over Texas ...
  • Houston-area Independent Day Celebrations Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 12:37AMThe Houston area is buzzing with activities for the celebration of our nation's independence. You can find events from fireworks displays to parades, in just about every city and community. Here's a list we've compiled of the things we have heard about so far. If you see we have missed anything, or if you  want to add something, let us know in the comments below! BELLAIRE July 4th Parade and ...
  • This Week: JUNE 20-26 Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 10:16PMMONDAY
  • Want The Best Summer Yet? Share Your Photos And Win! Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 7:53AMWDSU wants to help you make this the best summer yet! Share photos of your family having summer fun, and you could win tickets to all kinds of great summer events and attractions.
  • Fantastic day on the water Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 11:26PMSunday was yet another fantastic day to be on the water.
  • This Week: JUNE 13-19 Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 10:45PM@BR LabelBW copy:MONDAY
  • A Pioneer's Journey Saturday, June 11, 2011 @ 7:02AMReflections on a five-day 70 km natural trek around Hamilton by canoe, shoe and bike
  • ‘Opening your eyes,that's what it's all about' Saturday, June 11, 2011 @ 6:32AMReflections on a five-day 70 km natural trek around Hamilton by canoe, shoe and bike
  • Free summer concerts 2011 Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 2:00PMVenues across the county offer a plethora of music, all at no cost to you
  • In other Terrebonne Parish Council action: June 9, 2011 Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 11:08AMThe following is a rundown of action taken by the Terrebonne Parish Council at its regular meeting Wednesday.
  • This Week: JUNE 6-12 Sunday, June 5, 2011 @ 9:44PM@BR LabelBW copy:MONDAY
  • With a watchful eye on Mother Nature, Louisiana's coast gets back in the game Saturday, June 4, 2011 @ 12:43PMWith a watchful eye on Mother Nature, Louisiana's coast gets back in the game
  • Delacroix a great spot for catching speckled trout on the run Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 5:42AMFishin' Fridays top spot
  • Let’s rock ’n’ run at the annual marathon Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 2:01PMWhether or not you’re a runner, the Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon & Half is a major event in San Diego, one that can be enjoyed in both running shoes and flip-flops.
  • This Week Tuesday, May 31, 2011 @ 11:24PMThe Black Mountain Pool is open through June 10 from 3 – 6 p.m. Regular hours begin June 11– Monday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday from 1 – 6 p.m. - Swimming lessons are available – visit www.bmrecreation.com for more details.
  • This Week: MAY 30-JUNE 5 Sunday, May 29, 2011 @ 8:33PMMONDAY - memorial day
  • Login Wednesday, May 25, 2011 @ 8:06AMThe Longboat Key Town Commission will review a goals list that a subcommittee placed in the town’s Vision Plan for possible implementation. The goals, which were submitted by a wide range of groups and individuals, must be discussed at the 1 p.m. Thursday, May 26 regular workshop.
  • Fishing conditions hit and miss along the Suncoast Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 11:12PMTackle shop roundup
  • Pole vaulting club looking for members Monday, May 23, 2011 @ 6:32AMHOUMA — Area schools are letting out this week, but there are plenty of athletic camps and events that could help keep kids busy throughout the summer months.
  • Gulf Coast Beach Vacation Guide 2011 Sunday, May 22, 2011 @ 5:08AMWhat's new (no oil!) on the beaches of Mississippi, Alabama and the Florida panhandle
  • Office that oversees St. Andrews Aquatic Preserve may close Saturday, May 21, 2011 @ 7:52PMPANAMA CITY - Time is running out for the office that cares for a fragile environmental site in Bay County that spawns fish and assorted wildlife, which in turns supports the local tourism and seafood industries.In a small blue office building shoehorned between two larger structures near the...
  • Park rezone OK’d; another postponed Thursday, May 19, 2011 @ 12:14AMRandy Roussel, an attorney representing Blue Bayou/Dixie Landin’ water and amusement park in Baton Rouge, shows members of the Metro Council Zoning Committee his client’s plans for expansion of the park Wednesday.
  • Area news in brief: May 18, 2011 Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 11:04AMHOUMA — Two gas stations were robbed in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes early Tuesday morning, and police suspect both crimes were committed by the same man.
  • Community Calendar: May 12, 2011 Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 11:50AMPublished: Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 11:44 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 11:44 a.m. The Bayou Playhouse is bringing Tennessee Williams’ “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” to the stage.
  • Terrebonne Parish Council action: May 12, 2011 Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 11:21AMThe following is a rundown of action taken by the Terrebonne Parish Council at its regular meeting Wednesday. All council members attended. All decisions were unanimous.
  • In other Terrebonne Parish Council action Tuesday, May 10, 2011 @ 11:20AMPOLICY AND LEGAL The following is a rundown of action taken by the Terrebonne Parish Council at its Policy, Procedure and Legal Committee Monday. All council members attended. All decisions were unanimous.
  • Caddo’s guardian: Music icon Don Henley says his efforts to preserve lake a ‘success story’ Saturday, May 7, 2011 @ 4:16AMDon Henley chats with longtime fishing guide Henry Lewis recently outside a bait and tackle shop and boat rental store in Uncertain. Henley, a rock music icon and East Texas native, underwrites the Caddo Lake Institute, which aims to safeguard the lake's ecology and cultural identity.
  • 51 things to do in Southeast Texas this weekend Friday, May 6, 2011 @ 8:06AMshare: digg facebook twitter Need something to do this weekend? We can help.
  • Henley's work paying of for East Texas' Caddo Lake Sunday, May 1, 2011 @ 12:33AMLEE HANCOCK The Dallas Morning News UNCERTAIN, Texas Perched on a grimy bait-stand bench, beneath a sign that reads "fishing guides available," a bearded man in an untucked denim shirt watches kids tumble off a dock into coffee-brown murk and boats cruise beneath the curtain of cypress. At first glance, the sunburned man looks like any other Caddo Lake local. It's his baseball cap that hints Don ...
  • Rockstar bringing treasured lake back to life Sunday, May 1, 2011 @ 12:22AMBy LEE HANCOCK The Dallas Morning News UNCERTAIN -- Perched on a grimy bait-stand bench, a bearded man in an untucked denim shirt watches kids tumble off a dock into coffee-brown murk and boats cruise beneath the curtain of cypress. At first glanc ...
  • N.O. issues curbside recycling schedule Thursday, April 28, 2011 @ 6:15PMCity of New Orleans NEW ORLEANS, LA— Today, the City announced the recycling schedule for residents in the service areas covered by Metro Disposal and Richards Disposal. Over 17,000 residents have signed up for the City’s free recycling services, which will begin on Monday, May 2, 2011. Pickups will occur once a week. Below is the regular recycling pickup schedule for residents in the service ...
  • In other action: April 28, 2011 Thursday, April 28, 2011 @ 11:48AMThe following is a rundown of action taken by the Terrebonne Parish Council at its regular meeting Wednesday. All council members attended, except Teri Cavalier, who said she had a family commitment. All decisions were unanimous unless otherwise noted.
  • Park zoning requests denied Tuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 12:23AMMaps listing homicides or suspected homicides in EBR Parish for 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008 and 2007. Current gas prices in BR area.
  • Fishing this weekend? Find protected waters Thursday, April 21, 2011 @ 12:28PMHOUMA — Both good news and bad news can be found in searching for fishing advice heading into the weekend.
  • Destin dog park gains traction Monday, April 18, 2011 @ 7:16AMAbout two dozen people gathered at City Hall Monday night to get an update on the proposed Destin Dog Park that would sit at the intersection of Commons Drive and Indian Bayou Trail. The park, which would be roughly an acre-and-a-half, is being...
  • Terrebonne Parish Council action: April 14, 2011 Thursday, April 14, 2011 @ 12:53PMThe following is a rundown of action taken by the Terrebonne Parish Council at its regular meeting Wednesday. All council members attended. All decisions were unanimous.
  • Water park seeks another hearing on rezoning plan Thursday, April 14, 2011 @ 1:11AMMaps listing homicides or suspected homicides in EBR Parish for 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008 and 2007. Current gas prices in BR area.
  • Lil Wayne, 'Trumpets Not Guns' and Parsons Dance highlight the week ahead Monday, April 11, 2011 @ 3:35PMWithout a doubt, Lil Wayne's return to New Orleans is hot ticket this week. Steve Nesius / AP PhotoRapper Lil Wayne returns to New Orleans Thursday, April 14, 2011. If you can't land a seat, there are plenty of other...