BY DOUG GRAHAM | Staff writer Wednesday's severe weather spawned damaging tornadoes and ferocious winds in the state. West Feliciana Parish Sheriff Brian L. Spillman said the storms were "a pretty traumatic event" for the parish. Read more about the events and hopes for recovery. A measure in the state Legislature to create a "State Capitol Complex" including the historic Spanish Town neighborhood and other parts of downtown Baton Rouge has been put on hold. Read about why Republican state Rep. Mike Echols came to the decision. LSU fielded one of the worst defenses in school football history last season. But players say new defensive coordinator Blake Baker brings an energetic vibe to the team. But the question remains: Do the Tigers have the horses to deliver in Baker's new scheme? |