| BY CHAD CALDER | Staff writer |
Like many suburbs, Jefferson Parish's explosive growth decades ago was characterized by young families with many children. Today, the picture is much different, as the population ages and younger generations move away. This evolution has profound consequences that Jefferson must grapple with. Drew Broach has an in-depth look. With Thanksgiving behind us, it's time for Bayou Classic weekend. Bob Warren has a look at an important cultural and economic event for the city and the multitudes in town for the game. Speaking of Thanksgiving traditions, the Fair Grounds racetrack was jumping Thursday with throngs of behatted revelers. Sophie Kasakove and Sophia Germer were there. Thanks for starting your day with Morning Headlines. Check out all the latest news, sports and entertainment coverage from The Times-Picayune. Chad | 