News
School district approves $127 million budget
St. Charles Parish Public Schools are anticipating a $1.9 million increase in the school system’s 2013 budget over 2012.
Month: July 2012
Crime
Caregiver charged with forging $3,500 in checks from elderly woman
A St. Rose woman was arrested for allegedly stealing checks from an elderly woman and cashing them.
Government
New Clerk of Court says he will keep close watch on staff
Lance Marino began his new job last week as the parish’s Clerk of Court, and said he will keep close watch on his staff to avoid any improprieties.
Lifestyles
You’ve got to read this! (July 13)
New books are waiting for you in your St. Charles Parish libraries. […]
Government
Law change will cost hospital millions
Only a few days after the United State Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, funding that would reimburse Louisiana’s charity and rural hospitals for uncompensated care was stripped from a transportation bill that passed through Congress. […]
Lifestyles
Firefighter recognized for 30 years service
The Luling Volunteer Fire Department recently recognized Buddy Weems for 30 years of service with the department. […]
Crime
Arrest made in connection with Zydeco’s armed robbery
Authorities have arrested a 25-year-old Luling man in connection with the armed robbery of two women outside of Zydeco’s II in Boutte, according to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Business
Soap Doggy-Dog: Car wash goes to the dogs
Drivers taking their vehicles in for a quick wash in Destrehan might be surprised to see families with dogs trailing them into the facility on Longview Drive. […]
Book Review
Book Review: The Fault in Our Stars
In the novel The Fault in Our Stars, John Green tells the story of two Indianapolis teenagers who fall in love at a Cancer Support Group. […]