Katrina Drops From Top Baby Names After Storm Fears
National data show Katrina falling to 382nd in popularity with about 850 newborn girls named Katrina in the prior year. Louisiana and Mississippi bucked the trend slightly with increases after the hurricane, while experts note parents seek new, unusual names amid the disaster’s lingering associations.
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Top baby names 2008 and Katrina impact debate
Washington report lists the Social Security Administration top names for 2008 with Emily and Jacob leading girls and boys. Experts caution some names may endure negative associations from disasters like Katrina, while others may fade yet remain usable.
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Wildfire rages through Okefenokee in Georgia Florida
A lightning sparked wildfire from the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge has burned about 179,940 acres across Georgia and into northern Florida in six days. Firefighting teams led by Mark Ruggiere report ongoing growth with 101,290 acres in Georgia and 78,650 in Florida while smoke reaches Miami area. Evacuations affected Fargo Georgia and Columbia County Florida as crews work to contain the blaze in swampy terrain.
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Alabama incentives package tops 811 million for ThyssenKrupp plant
Alabama officials detail a state led package surpassing 811 million to lure ThyssenKrupp AG to a site near Mobile. The plan includes 461.1 million in direct aid and 350.3 million in tax abatements, plus 30 year tax holiday. Local governments may contribute up to 87 million combined as surrounding aid.
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