Lifestyles




RUNWAY READY. Hahnville High’s 2007 Prom Fashion Show helps students decide on an appropriate tux or dress to wear. What to wear to the prom?
March 28, 2007 at 12:51 pm
Hahnville High School juniors and seniors traded in their T-shirts and jeans for tuxedos and evening gowns and then hit the runway for the school’s 2007 Annual Prom Fashion Show.

Des Allemands 60 years ago,
March 28, 2007 at 11:48 am
Amidst the excitement of the parish’s 200th birthday, I sat down with my grandfather and listened to him talk about what it was like to be a kid in Des Allemands over 60 years ago. This is his story.

The HHS robotics team was a member of the 2nd place alliance in the FIRST Robotics Competition. Herald-Guide celebrates St. Charles Parish Schools
March 21, 2007 at 2:21 pm
Around the world - and back - at New Sarpy

Submitted by Kathleen Shnowski

NEW SARPY - New Sarpy Kindergarten Center celebrated multi-cultural week in February.

Sophie Claire Bourgeois was born on Feb. 9, 2007. Special delivery
March 21, 2007 at 2:19 pm
Sophie Claire Bourgeois was born on Feb. 9, 2007 at 11:58 p.m. She weighed in 7 lbs 9 oz and measured 20 1/2 linches long. She is the daughter of Lindy and Loyd Bourgeois of Luling and joins big brother Preston Nicholas.

VIPs
March 21, 2007 at 2:17 pm
Congratulations to the following Hahnville High School Students who placed at the Regional Science Fair held at Nicholls State University. All first, second and third place winners will advance to the state competition in April at LSU.

Speak with Authority
March 21, 2007 at 2:14 pm
Experts agree that when you learn a new word, your world becomes a bigger and more interesting place.

Nifty $5 for YOUR jokes and riddles
March 21, 2007 at 2:12 pm
My grandmother started walking five miles a day when she was 60. She's 97 now and we don't know where she is!

Test your ‘Litter IQ’ by taking this short quiz
March 21, 2007 at 2:10 pm
How much do you know about ugly litter? To find out, take this fun quiz from Keep Louisiana Beautiful, the state's not-for-profit organization dedicated to litter reduction.

ASK NATTIE
March 21, 2007 at 2:08 pm
Dear Nattie: I'm 19-years-old, just got married in June, and I am six months pregnant.

MONEYTALK with Al Suffrin
March 21, 2007 at 2:05 pm
Dear Mr. Suffrin: I wanted to find out information on getting kids interested in investing without a lot of money to start with.

Christian singer-songwriter Ryan Post’s first CD, <i>Nola</i>, cover pictured above. SWEET JESUS!
March 21, 2007 at 2:02 pm
Seven years ago Luling native Ryan Post began his career as a youth minister, but now he’s spreading his message to others in a new way - through the soul-stirring lyrics on his first compact disc simply titled, Nola.

Star Struck
March 21, 2007 at 2:01 pm
If you’ve ever met a celebrity, then you probably remember how shocked or happy it made you feel - even if you weren’t a big fan.

Speak with Authority
March 14, 2007 at 3:42 pm
Experts agree that when you learn a new word, your world becomes a bigger and more interesting place.

Pictured, left to right, Ben Cribbs, Immanuel Schmidt, Dellary Oubre, Sarah Gauthier, Kuniyo Schmidt (Immanuel's mom) and Akira Schmidt learn about life in Japan at New Sarpy Elementary. Herald-Guide celebrates St. Charles Parish Schools
March 14, 2007 at 3:01 pm
New Sarpy kids learn about life in Japan

Submitted by Jennifer Meyers-Lind

NEW SARPY - Ms. O'Rourke's first graders (right)and Ms. Miller's third graders at New Sarpy Elementary School have been working together to develop knowledge of our neighboring country, Japan.

With the help of Kuniyo Schmidt, a first grader's mother, who is from Japan, the students learned first hand about the country as they made origami, ate Japanese food, and shared in the learning of Japanese language and games.

VIPs
March 14, 2007 at 2:50 pm
Luling's Justin Ward achieved Eagle Scout status and was promoted to assistant Scoutmaster in Eagle Scout Troop 371. Justin, 18, is a junior in high school. He is the son of Paul and Caroline Ward.

Kevin Giror Jr. pictured with his mother at 13 hours old. WELCOME, BABY
March 14, 2007 at 2:41 pm
Kevin Michael Giroir Jr. was delivered Feb. 12 at 8:04 p.m. to proud parents Kevin Michael Giroir Sr. and Rochelle Lynn Domangue Giroir of Hahnville. Kevin Jr. weighed in at 7 lbs. 5 oz. and was 20 inches long. His siblings are Blair Michael Boquet and Kristin Renee Boquet.

Don’t let gardening wreck your health
March 14, 2007 at 2:39 pm
You may know how and when to plant your pansies and petunias, but do you think about a little stretching exercise before heading out into the garden?

Ask Nattie
March 14, 2007 at 2:36 pm
Nattie Swan is St. Charles Parish’s best new advice columnist for kids and their parents. Let her help you. Send questions to editor@heraldguide.com.



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Court tosses out 75-year sentence
Court tosses out 75-year sentence
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A 43-year-old man who was sentenced to 75 years in jail for molestation of a juvenile and sexual battery will be retried after his sentence was thrown out by an appellate court due to a technicality.