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Emergency services return to Ochsner Baptist01/12/2009
New Orleans CityBusiness

Magnet-school plan to get fairness review12/12/2008
Times Picayune

Several metro area schools rank near bottom for air quality12/09/2008
WWLTV.com

New Orleans City Council passes $1.16 billion budget12/02/2008
Times Picayune

$5 billion in federal hurricane recovery aid still unspent in Louisiana11/20/2008
Times Picayune

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St. Paul's Homecoming Center / Beacon of Hope Grand Opening01/18/2009

Global Green Panel Discussion: Louisiana's role in reducing green house gas emissions01/21/2009

Keep Your Head Above Water: How to Get the Money You Need to Elevate Your Home01/22/2009

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Jefferson Dollars for Scholars

http://www.jeffersondollarsforscholars.org/

Jefferson Dollars for Scholars helps provide educational opportunities for Jefferson Parish Public School students through scholarships and academic support. Find out more about college scholarships, academic enrichment scholarships, and ACT prep programs by calling (504) 831-1565 more

United Way IDA Program: Matching Savings Account for a Home or Vehicle Purchase, Business Assistance, Education Assistance

IDAs (Individual Development Accounts) are savings accounts that give low income individuals and families the opportunity save and build assets. Qualified individuals who open an IDA will receive matching funds towards a specified goal.
Contact United Way at 827-6862 for more information .

Savings Goal: Purchasing a home or vehicle or opening a childcare center.
Match: $4 for every dollar saved, up to $2000 for a home or childcare center (up to $8000 match), up to $1000 for a vehicle (up to $4000 match).
Eligibility: You must be employed, earn below 200% of the poverty line, and not own more than $10,000 in assets not including one primary home and one vehicle.
Other Requirements: Applicants are required to take 12 hours of financial education and training.

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