“Louisiana continues to mine good will and potential economic capital from its rise in ethics rankings, with a national group ranking the state fifth-best in the U.S. for its good government, transparency and accountability laws.

BGA's Jay Stewart said Louisiana ranked 44th in conflict of interest laws before sweeping changes in legislation this year.”

“9 Sep 2008 ... Drug charges filed after traffic stop in Monroe .... Wed Sep 17, 2008 ... The defendant on trial in 4th Judicial District Court in Monroe for ... CARLYSS - Water from Hurricane Ike was rushing over Louisiana 27 .... In response to the widespread Ouachita Parish flooding caused by Hurricane Gustav, ...”

“Beginning Monday, September 15, 2008.”