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Vitter gets vocal, readies base for 2010

By Nate Monroe
Contributing Writer
February 5, 2009

Though the notably long and tiresome 2008 national election concluded just more than two weeks ago with the inauguration of Barack Obama, candidates are already racing on another campaign trail —...

Obama creates faith-based office with wide mission – 12:10 p.m.

By Associated Press
February 5, 2009

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama on Thursday signed an order establishing a White House office of faith-based initiatives with a broader mission than the one overseen by his predecessor,...

University exploring video options for classrooms – 12 p.m.

By Joy Lukachick
Staff Writer
February 5, 2009

The University is exploring options to implement video cameras into classes for students to access lectures online.Student Government wants to work with the University to explore the new options for student...

Speed dating event to be hosted in Union

By Lindsey Meaux
Staff Writer
February 5, 2009

Those looking for love on Valentine's Day have an extra chance to find a significant other this week — the University Student Activities Board Pop Fusion Committee is hosting a speed dating event...

Palin rails against ‘anonymous, pathetic bloggers’ – 12:40 p.m.

By Associated Press
February 5, 2009

NEW YORK (AP) — Former Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin is still mad at media coverage of her candidacy, particularly "anonymous, pathetic bloggers" who she says spread falsehoods...

RecycleMania begins at LSU

By Peter Hubbs
Contributing Writer
February 5, 2009

The University gained a new form of SEC competition last week — recycling.The University joined 509 other schools, including 10 other Southeastern Conference members, as part of the 2009 RecycleMania...

Mike the Tiger to make appearance at open house

By Matthew Barnidge
Contributing Writer
February 5, 2009

Just as the School of Veterinary Medicine's annual open house will showcase the school's latest technologies, it will also be a chance to display its most prized patient, Mike VI, for the first time.The...

Louisiana Gov. Jindal speaking to GOP voters in NC – 1 p.m.

By Associated Press
February 4, 2009

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal is coming to Raleigh to speak to the state's conservative base. Jindal is scheduled to hold a dinner talk entitled, "America: An Agenda for the Future."...

Joint Chiefs say US should pare Afghanistan goals – 1:15 p.m.

By Associated Press
February 4, 2009

WASHINGTON (AP) — Sharing a grim view of developments in Afghanistan, top Pentagon military leaders are recommending that President Barack Obama overhaul U.S. strategy there. A report prepared by...

New Orleans lawyer recommended as temp. lawmaker – 1 p.m.

By Associated Press
February 4, 2009

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A New Orleans lawyer is on track to becoming the temporary replacement for a state lawmaker who has been called to active Army duty. Rep. Nick Lorusso, a Republican from New...

A look at LSU’s proposed budget cuts – 1:30 p.m.

By Associated Press
February 4, 2009

The LSU System offered its proposal for how to cut as much as $175 million out of its spending next year, to comply with the Jindal administration's request for worst-case budget cutting scenarios in the...

Chelsea’s owner denies violations

By Kyle Bove
Chief Staff Writer
February 4, 2009

Deemed a "bar in restaurant's clothing" by the state Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control, Baton Rouge fixture Chelsea's Cafe was raided Jan. 22and cited for its live music and cover charges.Armed ATC...