Latest Mississippi River Delta News: Aug. 7, 2014

BP’s cleanup promise broken; oil visible on beaches
Editorial by Pensacola News Journal. Aug. 8, 2014.
“A promise was broken. Maybe it’s all BP’s fault. Maybe the Coast Guard shares the blame…” (read more)

Oil spill fine money closer to reality
By Xerxes Wilson, The Houma Courier. Aug. 7, 2014.
“Sediment pipelines are among items on local officials’ wish lists as another round…” (read more)

Corps awards $65M Plaquemines floodgate project
By Robin Shannon, New Orleans City Business. Aug 7, 2014.
“The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $65.8 million contract for construction…” (read more)