Allen Lottinger
It’s time to plan the future and rebuild Louisiana
Louisiana Speaks is looking for a regional vision to steer the restoration and rebuilding of storm ravaged south Louisiana. […]
Opinions & Responses
Columns
John Edwards ‘blog team’ is playing dirty pool with Christian groups
I like a good blog as much as the next computer geek—but I have to admit, it is possible for bloggers to go beyond the limits of sound reason, good taste, and religious sensitivity. […]
Columns
What’s trashier – Anna or TV that made her an icon
You would think that Mother Teresa had just died all over again the way the media—especially television—is covering every nuance of the life and death of Anna Nicole Smith. […]
Columns
Murder madness in New Orleans just won’t stop
New Orleans has just recorded its 21st murder in the first 35 days of the year – and the third murder in one weekend. […]
Editorial
Reflections on Black History Month
Shonna Riggs reflects on her African-American heritage – and the month in which we celebrate it. […]
Allen Lottinger
It’s been a real good year in professional football
Well, a Southeast Louisiana team didn’t make it to the Super Bowl. But we did the next best thing. […]
Opinions & Responses
Krewe has no apologies for vulgar floats
Back in history, Christians jumped at the chance to proclaim Jesus as the Son of God. Thousands of them were even martyred because of their faith. […]
Letter to the Editor
Homestead exemption needs our attention
Editor: I am writing as many others may be or want to about the homestead exemption.I understand that it has been $75,000 since 1982. If we are going to appraise on today’s values, which are probably double or more since the 1982 appraisals, why shouldn’t the homestead exemption be $150,000 or more? […]
News
So how ‘bout that GLOBAL WARMING?
I love my past. I love my present. I’m not ashamed of what I’ve had, and I’m not sad because I have it no longer. […]