In a small town like Abita Springs, it is not uncommon for citizens to congregate and offer services to the community.Here are some examples: The Friends of the Park got together and led the way in raising money to build...

MELBOURNE, Feb 23 — Opponents of Australian rare earths miner Lynas Corp’s refinery in Malaysia have asked a court to delay start-up of its A$200 million (RM640 million) plant and review the government’s decision to give it a temporary operating licence. Lynas said today it would fight the claims, as it aims to open the plant, which is nearly ...

By Yessenia Anderson ASHLAND, Ore. -- There were no plastic bags in sight Wednesday at one local grocery store. It's all part of a green movement. Check stands in the Ashland Albertsons were without plastic bags today. Albertsons is hoping to send out a message to go-green, which could possibly catch on to other stores. Customers were given the option of paper bags today and also given free ...