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Watch the Tigers in HD for less than $40 per month!

2008-09-29T14:02:00.001-07:00

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Tips offered to properly store your generators

2008-09-29T03:17:00.000-07:00

Hurricane Gustav is gone and most of people have electricity once again. So, those with a generator may want to haul it out to the storage room. There are a few steps to follow so it will be ready the next time it is needed. A generator can be a blessing when your primary source of power is days or even weeks away. But, like most well-oiled machines, they need a little TLC after they're put

Louisiana homeowners warned about possible Blue Roof contractor scams

2008-09-26T10:31:00.000-07:00

BATON ROUGE, LA - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is warning Louisiana homeowners to be wary about Blue Roof contractor scams. Officials say there has been a report that there are people impersonating contractors working for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Blue Roof temporary roofing program and installing improper roofs and having homeowners sign forms. Corps officials at the Louisiana

A Letter to the Customers of Certified Alarms

2008-08-31T16:37:00.001-07:00

As we all know, we are in the direct path of Hurricane Gustav. At Certified Alarms we will be doing everything we can to accommodate our customers as quickly as possible once the storm has passed.We know that there will be many power outages which means we will have lots of low battery signals. Please be patient with us as we work diligently to respond as quickly as possible to all requests.

Hurricane Supply Checklist

2008-08-29T16:19:00.000-07:00

Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days - non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices - foods for infants or the elderly - snack foods - non-electric can opener - cooking tools / fuel - paper plates / plastic utensils Blankets / Pillows, etc. Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes First Aid Kit / Medicines /

It's not looking good for the game

2008-08-28T23:38:00.000-07:00

"SATURDAY'S LSU GAME COULD BE POSTPONED, DECISION LIKELY FRIDAY MORNING.Concern about contra-flow evacuations being needed earlier than expected, and a special needs shelter being set up on the campus of LSU, could lead to LSU's football game being postponed, a source close to the situation told WAFB 9NEWS Thursday evening.'It's not looking good for the game,' the source said.Louisiana State

LSU Kickoff Remains 4 p.m. but Pregame Events Cancelled due to Gustav

2008-08-28T15:32:00.000-07:00

Kickoff for LSU’s football season opener against Appalachian State remains 4 p.m., but pregame events scheduled for the Pete Maravich Assembly Center have been canceled in order for the facility to be prepared for use as a medical special needs shelter in anticipated impact of what is now Tropical Storm Gustav. The Tiger Athletic Foundation, LSU Sports Properties, L-Club and Alumni

Lessons learned, police ready if Gustav comes

2008-08-28T08:08:00.000-07:00

The threat of Gustav has residents questioning how safe they will be if they stay, and if their property will be protected if they evacuate.Police say they have a plan...09:27 PM CDT on Wednesday, August 27, 2008Susan Edwards / Eyewitness News

AFP: Louisiana declares emergency ahead of possible hurricane hit

2008-08-27T17:29:00.000-07:00

AFP: Louisiana declares emergency ahead of possible hurricane hit NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana (AFP) — Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal Wednesday declared a state of emergency and announced plans to begin evacuating coastal areas ahead of the storm forecast to strike the state on Monday afternoon as a Category 3 hurricane.Residents of New Orleans, in particular, were tracking the path of Gustav, which

See What Gustav is Doing

2008-08-27T10:39:00.000-07:00

Courtesy of: United Fire & Water Damage Restoration Inc.: Tropical Storm Gustav may regain hurricane status - CNN.com

When a hurricane strikes, will you be ready? Get A Game Plan.

2008-08-27T09:24:00.000-07:00

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Gustav Seems to be Headed Toward Louisiana

2008-08-27T09:12:00.000-07:00

Gustav: The main weather story in the tropics is Gustav. The system has weakened to a Tropical Storm as it went over the western peninsula of Haiti yesterday. The mountains in Haiti have ripped up the storm. Winds are down to 60 mph, but the storm is sitting over water now as it slowly moves to the NW at 5 mph. A gradual turn to the west is forecast during the next few days, and the forward

GOHSEP: Hurricane Gustav

2008-08-27T01:37:00.000-07:00

The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) will keep the Crisis Action Team (CAT) activated to monitor Hurricane Gustav.

La. on alert for Gustav — Baton Rouge, LA

2008-08-26T23:16:00.000-07:00

Storm forecast as threat By AMY WOLD

Gustav: Predicted Paths

2008-08-26T23:00:00.001-07:00

Get the latest info on Gustav's predicted path

Jindal Stresses Importance of Game Plan

2008-08-26T22:23:00.000-07:00

Gov. Bobby Jindal said Tuesday evening that evacuation orders could be issued as early as Friday, depending on the track of Hurricane Gustav. While there remains a lot of uncertainty when it comes to the storm's path, Jindal stressed that it is important that residents start getting plans in order now.WATCH THE VIDEO

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2008-08-21T20:31:00.000-07:00

Are you a Graphic Artist?

2008-08-13T10:45:00.000-07:00

Certified Alarms and Certified Home Theaters is currently seeking a Graphic Artist / Graphic Designer for a full time in house position. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and a complete benefits package. This posistion is at our facility in Denham Springs, Louisiana. Our location is convenient to Baton Rouge and Hammond. Responsibilities: • Layout and placement of artwork

Card scam affects thousands of B.R. residents

2008-08-08T12:22:00.000-07:00

Area banks are notifying thousands of customers they are canceling and reissuing credit and debit cards to head off a criminal ring that has been stealing numbers at restaurants in Louisiana and Mississippi, U.S. Attorney David Dugas says. At this time, the Secret Service does not believe the ring is connected to the recent Boston case in which more than 40 million credit cards numbers were

Sony HD Home Theater Special!

2008-07-28T12:38:00.000-07:00

Survey: 45% Prefer Football on HDTV

2008-07-15T16:13:00.000-07:00

Only 32% Of U.S. Would Rather Attend Games More Americans would rather flip on their high-definition TV sets to watch a football game than trek to a stadium to see gridiron action in the flesh. The survey of 1,009 U.S. adults, commissioned by Motorola, found that 45% said they would rather watch college or professional football on an HDTV, compared with 32% who said they would prefer to see the

When Big-Box Stores Fail, Buildings Become Burdens

2008-07-14T14:20:00.000-07:00

What happens to all the ugly big-box store buildings when they go out of business? By Jason Knott 07.14.2008 — What happens to all the real estate previously used by companies like Tweeter and CompUSA? A new exhibition in Pittsburgh's Miller Gallery called "Your Town, Inc." examines the challenges faced by communities as they

Home Depot Abandons Security, Smart Home Installations

2008-07-10T14:00:00.000-07:00

Home improvement store follows Sears, Best Buy and CompUSA in failing to succeed in the home systems installation business. 06.10.2008 — So many big-box retailers have tried to do "smart home" installations, and so many have failed. Add Home Depot to that list, which includes Sears and Best Buy. The Wall Street Journal reports that Home Depot Inc. is abandoning installation

DTVTransition.org - The Benefits of DTV

2008-06-21T20:28:00.000-07:00

Learn how DTV will Enhance Your Viewing Experience The transition from analog to digital television (DTV) represents the most significant advancement of television technology since color TV

DTVTransition.org - Converter Box

2008-06-21T20:24:00.000-07:00

Learn more about the DTV Converter Box and the coupon program A digital-to-analog converter box receives digital over-the-air signals from your antenna, converts them to analog and sends the signal to your existing analog television set. These boxes, which are expected to cost between $50 - 70 will be available for purchase in 2008. Beginning on January 1, 2008, U.S. households can request up to

DTVTransition.org - DTV Online Quiz

2008-06-21T20:20:00.000-07:00

Alarm company issued "cease and desist" order

2008-06-15T21:30:00.000-07:00

Alarm Company InvestigatedBy Cheryl MercedesBATON ROUGE, LA (WAFB) - The Louisiana Fire Marshal's Office is investigating an alarm system company out of Utah. Some customers who live in the Baton Rouge area say salesmen for APX alarms are knocking on their doors and insisting they try their product. One woman says her husband fell for the company's propaganda."They got one on this street. They

Summertime and the Thieving is Easy!

2008-06-03T15:26:00.000-07:00

From fellow blogger Martin UnderwoodThere is no doubt that the long lazy days of summer perk us all up and put a smile on our faces. No doubt either that the burglar is also perked up by summer because it is the season that many homeowners make things so easy for him.The summer warmth means that it is time to open up the windows and let the breeze blow through the house. After all you are at home

Hurricane Drills Begin in Baton Rouge

2008-06-01T15:07:00.000-07:00

2theadvocate.com | News | Hurricane drills begin — Baton Rouge, LA: It all started with a tropical depression forming 300 miles southeast of the Bahamas on Aug. 23. By that afternoon, the storm has a name — Tropical Storm Mike. Days later, Mike develops into a hurricane and smashes into the coast of Louisiana. In truth, Hurricane Mike doesn’t exist.

The leader in Wireless Security Systems and Home Security because Security is a Family Matter.

2008-04-29T13:16:00.000-07:00

GE Security Pros consider the big pictureEvaluating your home's vulnerability to a break in is the first step in determining your security needs—but GE Security Pros also consider your personal lifestyle in order to get the big security picture.Are you often home alone? Do you travel and leave family members home alone for long periods of time? Are children ever home alone after school? Take the

Five Tips for Becoming a Demanding Customer

2008-04-29T13:15:00.000-07:00

Whether you're looking into a security system for your home or business, you're making an investment. There's a lot at stake because the decisions you make will have an impact on the safety of your family or employees. It pays to be a demanding customer with high expectations. 1. Have some idea of what kind of intrusion or fire detection you want for your home or business. If you turn all

Attention Builders!

2008-04-15T15:26:00.000-07:00

Did you know that Certified Alarms is the largest Bose INvisible Dealer in the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Area?Certified Alarm Systems is proud to be a factory direct installer for The Bose BUILTINvisible Home Theater line of products.As part of that distinction we are able to offer select builders the opportunity to participate in this program. Contact a system designer today for information on

Enjoy your music outside this summer!

2008-04-15T14:57:00.000-07:00

In south Louisiana, we spend a lot of time outdoors, especially at our own homes. Whether it’s swimming in the pool, relaxing on the deck, having a barbeque, enjoying morning coffee or just hanging out with the kids people like being outside when the weathers nice. Why keep your music inside when you’re outside? Bose Lifestyle Systems make it easy to have your music where you are. With the

Home Security Cameras Catch Thief In The Act

2008-04-15T14:33:00.000-07:00

Home Security Cameras Catch Thief In The Act:Posted: 10:17 PM Apr 13, 2008An Omaha couple caught a would-be thief on their property on videotape. They say home security cameras are worth the money.Cindi Jasa watched a live view of her driveway on her kitchen TV. “Who would even suspect anything at eight o'clock on Saturday morning?'A man pulled into the Jasa's driveway near 108th and Center and

The Digital TV Transition: FAQs - Consumer Corner

2008-04-15T13:46:00.000-07:00

The Digital TV Transition: FAQs - Consumer CornerThe Digital Transition What is the digital TV (DTV) transition? The switch from analog to digital broadcast television is referred to as the digital TV (DTV) transition. In 1996, the U.S. Congress authorized the distribution of an additional broadcast channel to each broadcast TV station so that they could start a digital broadcast channel

Not Just Alarms Anymore!

2008-03-26T12:21:00.000-07:00

You may not know it from the name, but Certified Alarm Systems Inc. provides much more than just alarms.In addition to installing commercial and residential security systems, fire systems, camera surveillance systems and access control devices, Certified Alarms is a “technology specialist,” offering customers new commercial and residential construction for telephone, cable, surround sound and