Business
These aren’t your father’s unions
Not many people know that the president of the largest association of business and industry in Louisiana grew up in a union household. […]
Month: June 2012
Fishing / Hunting
Luling angler hooks gold disk after Venice Slam win
Luling’s Julie Hebert beat out 21 anglers from across the country to claim the top prize in the Venice Slam Tournament, which is sponsored by the International Women’s Fishing Association. […]
Government
West Bank levee funding hits snag, Washington insiders say
The West Bank levee project looks to have hit another snag as Washington insiders representing the parish reveal federal funding is not expected anytime soon.
Sports
Kiddie Camp attendees will get to perform at HHS football game
The Hahnville Hi-Stepper Kiddie Camp will be held Monday, July 9 through Thursday, July 12 at the school’s gym. […]
Sports
Son of Norco natives drafted by Baltimore
Colin Poche, son of Norco natives Susan (Bennett) and Dan Poche, was drafted in the fifth round (162 pick) by the Baltimore Orioles. […]
Lifestyles
Retirees span the globe on 40 cruises
Amy and Chesley Simoneaux lead interesting lives. The two former St. Charles Parish residents have been on a perpetual vacation since they retired in the late 90s. […]
Lifestyles
59 teachers retire from school district
St. Charles Parish’s retiring educators celebrated their careers with the school system last Wednesday night before the June school board meeting. […]
Book Review
Book Review: “In Cold Blood”
Truman Capote portrays two ex-cons, Percy and Dick, in his novel In Cold Blood. When they rob and kill the Clutter family in a late 1950’s rural Kansas town, their motive is unknown, for they take only about $40.
Editorial
Asleep at the wheel on tax credit wreck
Despite that he often engages in an adversarial relationship with reporters and bloggers, Gov. Bobby Jindal owes a debt of gratitude to Greg Hilburn of the Monroe News Star and his severest cyber critic, C.B. Forgotston. […]