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Reader sees detriment in oil and gas tax hikes

Dear Editor: While Congress is considering tax hikes on the oil and gas industry which affects 330,053 jobs…

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Ethanol gas problem to get worse

The US. Congress enacted the “Energy Independence and Security Act” in 2007, mandating the increased use of “renewal…

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The memories of Katrina still haunt us

There is just over a month to go until the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. My, how time…

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Will this special visitor be different?

Here we go again. Another visitor from Washington, D.C., coming to inspect the Gulf Coast and the effect…

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Finally: Honesty in Internet dating

About four years ago I found myself in a difficult position. I was separated with no chance of…

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What makes a man a dad?

Tomorrow is a special day for many of you out there, a time to be honored by your…

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Take part in ‘I Read Louisiana’

If you are reading this column, then you are one of many out there who prove what they…

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Memorial Day is not just about swimming

When I was young, my friends and I couldn’t wait for Memorial Day weekend. That’s when the pools…

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Stop and thank a teacher

Do you have a favorite teacher? My daughter does. Every year she has absolutely the best teacher ever.…

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All the encouragement you will ever need

Regardless of who you are, or what you do, everyone needs encouragement. When a person is encouraged, they…