Hurricane Ike: One Year Later
Gilchrist, Texas was once a beautiful waterfront fishing town. But a year after Hurricane Ike devastated the region, it remains in ruins.
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Will Mardi Gras Help Galveston's Economy?
Five months ago, Hurricane Ike slammed into Galveston and left behind a trail of damage and destruction. One of Galveston's biggest money makers, Mardi Gras, will be held this weekend and officials hope it helps the Island City recover. READ STORY
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650,000 applicants received no FEMA housing aid
People who say they were unfairly denied federal aid for housing assistance after Hurricane Ike have begun claiming in lawsuits that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has created a flawed inspection system. READ STORY
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2 Texas cruises diverted to New Orleans
Damage From Hurricane Ike Makes Galveston Port Inaccessible. Carnival cruise ships, Conquest and Ecstasy supposed to land in Galveston, have been diverted to New Orleans while cleanup continues in Texas. READ STORY
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Hey Texas, ask for the Ray Nagin Rate
A creative list of "Ray Nagin Rate" ideas
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do you know what it means to miss New Orleans? 
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New Orleans says Houston welcome during Ike
Mayor Ray Nagin says anyone evacuating the Houston area in anticipation of Hurricane Ike is welcome in New Orleans. No shelters have been opened in New Orleans. But Nagin says there are 13,000 to 15,000 available hotel rooms. He says people should just ask for the "Mayor Ray Nagin special" rate. READ MORE
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