Crime

Sheriff’s Report

LULING – Four men tried to snatch a 66-year-old woman’s purse in the Wal-Mart parking lot but after a struggle, they fled – and the scrappy lady kept her bag.

Anyone having information on the crime is encouraged to call the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s office. […]

Government

Levee plan in January, says corps

In a presentation to St. Charles Parish council members, project manager Frank Duarte said the Corps is in the final stages of analyzing the pros and cons of two top alternatives, one running along Hwy 90 near populated areas, and one across the Barataria Basin further south and closer to the Gulf of Mexico. […]