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SEA CHANGE ON THE GULF
The landfall of hurricane Katrina marked America's worst natural disaster in nearly 80 years. The storm scattered the Gulf Coast's population and left an indelible mark from Lake Charles, La., to Biloxi, Miss. One year later, the region faces an uneven recovery, but it also glimpses opportunity.


It's the most expensive US recovery program ever, but local leaders complain that funds aren't getting to where they're most needed. ( All of Part 2 )
Why the Gulf's shrimping industry languished after Katrina
Government agencies took a long time to determine whose responsibility it was to remove sunken boats blocking waterways.
'Loretta's' New Orleans pralines: back in business
With the help of small-business incubators, entrepreneurs hit hard by Katrina have gotten back on their feet.