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TheDEAF BAYOU e-news
-LoUiSiAna’s e-newsletter for the Deaf, Deaf-Blind, & Hard of Hearing community citizens
Vol. 3 Issue 12 November, 2008
Dan Arabie, CEO/Editor
Photo Caption: Students carry sign protesting the temporary closure of the Louisiana School for the Deaf (LSD). Parents and students came out against the closure, saying they love school and consider it a second home. To view 5-photo grid, click on: LSD Protest
(Just friendly reminder to tyoe guest password: lsucajundan)
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From the desk of Editor:
Wishing you & your family blessed Thanksgiving!
November: The best way to predict the future is to invent it.
Date(s) to Remember:
- Daylight Saving Time: Sunday, November 2nd
- Election Day (USA): Tuesday, November 4th
- Veterans Day (USA): Tuesday, November 11th
- Remembrance Day (Canada): Tuesday, November 11th
- Thanksgiving Day (USA): Thursday, November 27th
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This issue (November) of the DEAF BAYOU e-news dedicates to LSD Students whom were so brave for protesting the closure of the LSD school and are entitled to their education, in which they fight for their rights.
In addition, Editor Dan praises parents of deaf children who attend LSD by doing wonderful tireless round-the-clock on protecting their children’s rights without give-up behind the scenes. And they owe a great deal of thanks to the Advocacy Center by having done an excellent job working closely with affected parents and especially children. Please remember them in our prayers and give them thanks for being the bright light during this dark time in our lives!
Editor’s Note: This reminds Editor Dan the similar to last year’s Deaf-Blind (DB) Rally protesting for ‘SSP NOW’ that finally began the service last February. Like DB Rally, LSD Protest will always be remembered forever and be placed into the “Louisiana History” under History of LSD.
Louisiana School for the Deaf: According to an attorney of the Advocacy Center, LSD intends to reopen for all students on Wednesday November 5th, absent any unforeseen circumstances. Additionally, all of the days that the school has been closed will be made up, regardless of whether a student received interim educational services.
Soon-To-Be Fourth-Volume: Since DeafBayou.com started in December, 2005, it will approach into the next milestone of 4th volume next month.
Daylignt Saving Time (DST): As scheduled, just a friendly reminder to turn back one-hour on Sunday, November 2nd … That way, you will gladly have one-hour extra sleeping. J The next DST will be scheduled on Sunday, March 8th.
U.S. President Election: History is being decided. There are presidential races between Barack Obama and John McCain and will be announcd the winner on Tuesday late evening, November 4th. As of today, according to ‘mock’ poll in the DEAFBAYOU webpage, it shows 55% for Obama; 32% for McCain; 13% for undecided.
Happy 100th Birthday to LAD: Editor Dan salutes Louisiana Association of the Deaf (LAD) entering the historic milestone of the century (100th) celebration where we will gather to celebrate on Saturday, November 15th. This is strictly reserved only. Historically, LAD was founded in 1908 and now still stands strong; looking for many more to come.
UPCOMING EVENTS
ALEXANDRIA(ZIP-713/714)
- AAD General Meeting: Saturday, November 8th – Alexandria Association of the Deaf [AAD], 6647 First Street. Contact Wanda Miller, President for more details.
- CDSC: Thursday, November 20th from 10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.; CenLA Deaf Senior Citizens (CSDC); Located at AAD Hall, 6647 First Street; Ages: 55 and up; Lunch will be provided. For more details, contact Rose Brosset.
Future Key Dates to Remember – Alexandria (tentative)
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AAD
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General Meeting
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Saturday, December 13th
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CDSC
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Deaf Seniors
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Thursday, December 18th
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BATON ROUGE (ZIP-708)
· Red Stick Poker
- Deaf Chat Coffee: Friday, November 7th @ CC Community Coffee House, 7960 Jefferson Hwy,, from 7:00 pm-Closing. For more info, contact Walker Estes, Host
· Interpreted Mass & Thanksgiving Dinner
Click here to find more information
· 2009 Dixie Deaf Bowling
Future Key Dates to Remember – Baton Rouge (tentative)
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LSD
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Homecoming Day
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December 13th
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WBAD
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59th Dixie Deaf Bowling
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May 22 – 24, 2009
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LAAD
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NDMBA National Mixed Bowling
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June, 2011 (TBA)
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HOUMA(ZIP-703)
~No Reporting~
Future Key Dates to Remember – Houma (tentative)
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Cajun Deaf Club
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20th Annual Deaf Picnic
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Saturday, July, 2009
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LAFAYETTE(ZIP-705)
· Dog Fashion Show
- Deaf Chat Coffee: Friday, November 14th @ Starbuck’s, 3148 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy., from 7:00 p.m.-Closing. For more information, contact Fallon Frederick and/or Martha Arabie, Co-Host
· DBSG Cope Meeting: Wednesday, November 19th from 9:00 a.m. ‘till 2:00 p.m. - Deaf-Blind Support Group [DBSG] @ Daigle Hall, Affiliated Blind of Louisiana, 409 W. St. Mary Blvd. Contact Maria Garden, Leader for more info
· Deja Vu Poker Night: Saturday, November 22nd No-Limit Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Night hosted by Deja Vu Poker Club @ LAAD Cajun Clubhouse, 200 Rue de Belier; for more information, contact LAAD
· LAAD General Meeting/Thanksgiving Dinner: Sunday, November 23rd – Lafayette Athletic Association of the Deaf (LAAD) @ LAAD Cajun Clubhouse, 200 Rue de Belier @ 1:00 p.m. For more info., contact Raymond Massie, President
· Louisiana ASL Films/ASL Social Day
· LADBC Christmas Party
To view flyer, click on: LADBC
Future Key Dates to Remember – Lafayette (tentative)
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LADBC
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Christmas Party
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Saturday, December 13th
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DBSG
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Cope Meeting
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Wednesday, December 17th
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LAAD/LADBC
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ASL Social Day/ASL Films
“Legend Of the Mountain Man”
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Friday & Saturday,
January 9 & 10, 2009
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LADBC
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Christmas Party
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Saturday, December 13th
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LADBC
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Annual Crawfish Boil Picnic
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Saturday, April 25th
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ABL/LADBC/LCD
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Helen Keller Deaf-Blind
Awareness Luncheon
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Saturday, June 27th
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LADBC
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Labor Day/Walk-a-thon Fundraiser
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Saturday, September 12th
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LAKE CHARLES (ZIP-706)
- Deaf Chat Coffee: Friday, November 21st @ Starbucks Coffee, 4055 Ryan Street, from 6:30 p.m.-Closing. Contact Katherine Fitch for more info.
Future Key Dates to Remember – Lake Charles (tentative)
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Cajun ASL
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Social Night
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Friday, December 5th
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Buffalo Wild Wings
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Happy Hour – Social Night
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Friday, December 12th
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NEW ORLEANS(ZIP-700/701)
- Deaf Chat Coffee: Thursday, November 20th from 6:30 p.m. till 8:30 p.m.; Cafe Du Monde, 4700 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA For more information, contact Betsie Delaune
Come and enjoy the beignets and coffee of ReNew Orleans!
Future Key Dates to Remember – New Orleans (tentative)
SHREVEPORT(ZIP-711)
~No Reporting~
Future Key Dates to Remember – Shreveport (tentative)
ENTERTAINMENT
ASL Films
The upcoming ASL Film titled Legend of the Mountains will take place at LAAD Cajun Clubhouse presented by LAAD and LADBC and will be scheduled on Friday – Saturday, January 9 – 10, 2009.
Louisiana Deaf-Blind Retreat - VIDEO!
(Note: Special Thanks to Melissa Treadwell of Texas)
Bingo Sessions
The bingo sessions in Baton Rouge & Lafayette you could find to enjoy & play to win $$. Click here to find more information.
Louisiana Deaf Professional Happy Hour
To find where DPHH is, click on: DPHH
FINANCIAL
Market on the Move (Month to Date)
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NAME
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October 1st
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October 31st
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Change + / -
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Dow Jones
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$10,850.66
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$9,325.01
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- $1,525.65
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NASDAQ
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$2,082.33
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$1,720.95
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- $361.38
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(Source: Washington Post)
FOOD
GENERAL
WORKSHOP: Intro to Deaf-Blind Interpreting
Click here to read more information including registration
SprintIP Using AIM
To find more information, click on: SprintIP
TERPexpo
To find where the locations are, click on: TERPexpo
Police Helps Deliver Baby of Deaf Mother on side of Expressway
Click here to read an article
HEALTH
Girl To Get Stem-Cell Procedure
HUMOR
Joke of the Month
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You could send in your jokes to Humor Manager ‘Joke of the Month’ will be acknowledged to everyone every month, and DEAF BAYOU Editor expresses you all to have a chance to laugh for your enjoyment to share.
POETRY
Poetry of the Month
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You could send in your poetry to Poetry Manager. ‘Poetry of the Month will be acknowledged to everyone every month, and DEAF BAYOU Editor expresses you all to have a chance to love for your enjoyment to share.
Gallaudet University
Here’s 2008 Bisons Football schedule as follows:
2008 Gallaudet University Bison Football Schedule
Overall Record: 1 – 6
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Date
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Gally
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OPPONENT
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OPP.
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HOME/AWAY
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Sat. Sept. 6th
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14
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Hiram College (OT)
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20
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HOME
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Sat. Sept. 13th
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22
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St. Vincent College
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23
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HOME
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Sat. Sept. 20th
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0
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Greensboro College
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34
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AWAY
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Sat. Oct. 4th
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26
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Becker College
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18
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AWAY
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Fri. Oct. 10th
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0
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Maritime College
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27
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AWAY
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Sat. Oct. 18th
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9
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Southern Virginia **
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44
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HOME
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Sat. Oct. 25th
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0
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Husson College
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49
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AWAY
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Sat. Nov. 1st
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Mount Ida College
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AWAY
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Fri. Nov. 7th
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Williamson Trade
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HOME
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Sat. Nov 15th
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Wesley College
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AWAY
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** = Homecoming
LFFL VIII
The 7th LoUiSiAna Forecast Football League (LFFL) proudly announces the release of current Top 5 of many participants playing the NFL teams picks. As of today (season to date - after Week #8 of #17), here are current Top 5 Leaders as follows:
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Rk
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Name
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State
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W - L
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GB
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1
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Kenneth Broussard
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Louisana
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81-35
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2
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Addie Arabie
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Louisiana
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79-37
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2
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3
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Nikki Arabie
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Louisiana
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77-39
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4
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4
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Dan Arabie
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Louisiana
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76-40
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5
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4
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Nick Imme
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Louisiana
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76-40
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5
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4
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Russell Mire
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Louisiana
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76-40
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5
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- Commissioner Dan Arabie
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Deaf Bayours,
Dan Arabie
CEO/Editor, The DEAF BAYOU e-news
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