Government
Residents angry about garbage problems
After a recent episode of two days with no garbage pickup in Luling, Traci Navarro was ready to complain about the service. […]
Month: April 2016
Crime
Sheriff: Morel investigation began in ’09 with victim calls
With former St. Charles District Attorney Harry Morel facing sentencing after pleading guilty to obstructing justice, Sheriff Greg Champagne’s response was the “wheels of justice may seem to turn slowly, but with the right people in charge they will turn.” […]
Health
St. Rose hairstylist helps those in need with style
St. Rose resident and Destrehan High School alumnus Jennifer Washington has nearly three decades of being a successful hair stylist and beautician under her belt, even if it wasn’t the career she envisioned at first. […]
Crime
Dog dies, second injured in Montz shooting
Paul Anders is still trying to understand why anyone would have hurt let alone kill his beloved Maggie and severely injured Pete in Montz. […]
Government
Sheriff’s Office to honor fallen officers
The community will pay tribute to those police officers who have fallen protecting their respective local citizens Tuesday, when the 34th annual St. Charles Parish Peace Officers Memorial Service will take place. […]
Obituaries
Allen Charles Horn Jr.
Allen Charles Horn Jr., 81, native and resident of Luling, passed away April 17. […]
Crime
Sheriff’s Reports 4-28-2016
Arrests
• Jose Lopez, 27, of 14337 Old Spanish Trail in Paradis, was arrested April 18 and charged with DWI (first offense), reckless operation of a vehicle and driving without a license. […]
Lifestyles
Little Red Church fest to feature local dishes, 6 bands, $10K raffle
Scrumptious food, live music, and chance to mingle with family, friends and even a few former classmates are in the cards for those who attend this weekend’s 36th annual Little Red Church Food and Fun Festival, which will be held behind St. Charles Borromeo Church in Destrehan on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. […]
Crime
St. Rose man released after serving 41 years for 1974 murder at DHS
After serving 41 years in prison for the 1974 shooting death of Timothy Weber, Gary Tyler of St. Rose pleaded guilty to manslaughter as part of a plea agreement in the decades old case and walked out of court today (April 29) a free man. […]
Business
Entergy not penalized for falsified inspections
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) will not cite Entergy Corps after an investigation revealed records had been doctored to falsely state fire inspections had been done at Waterford 3 in Killona. […]
Government
Retailers say bridge work hurting business
At River Road Market, store owner David Matherne calls the upgrade work on Hale Boggs Memorial Bridge progress but the heavier traffic is also driving customers away. […]
Health
Heat’s rising. Splash Park reopening in May
As heat rises, you could be looking for a way to cool down-and, also, in luck. […]