Allen Lottinger
Castro’s departure could be future benefit
The death of Fidel Castro left a void in the western hemisphere of the world that could be viewed as a benefit to our future. […]
Year: 2016
Columns
Race for Louisiana treasurer revs up
With U.S. Sen.-elect John Kennedy preparing a move to Washington, the list of names of who might replace him as treasurer in Louisiana seems to be growing with each passing day. […]
Business
Arkema honored for growth, supporting community
Guided by a desire to be a positive contributor to the communities in which it operates, Arkema has proven to be a good corporate neighbor in St. Charles Parish. […]
News
Major school taxes coming up for vote
Property taxes funding a bulk of the revenue of the St. Charles Parish school system will be up for renewal at the April 29 election, after the parish’s School Board recently voted to approve a resolution to place the item on the ballot. […]
Government
Council’s tougher burn ordinance restricts bonfires
Recounting a Christmas bonfire that burned 25 feet high and only 75 feet from his front door in St. Rose, the St. Charles Parish Council supported a St. Rose man’s request to beef up the parish’s burn ordinance. […]
Government
Library doesn’t have funds to build Killona branch
Although the prospect of getting a Killona library looks like a budget casualty this year, St. Charles Parish School member Ellis Alexander said it’s just not an outcome he’s willing to accept in what’s become a 20-year mission. […]
Crime
Norco man arrested, suspect sought in rash of vehicle burglaries
In the midst of a rash of vehicle burglaries reported over the past three weeks, the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in order to close in on at least one perpetrator. […]
Government
Sheriff says jails should not serve as mental institution
St. Charles Parish Sheriff Greg Champagne praised newly passed federal legislation as finally addressing the costly and dangerous national problem of jails serving as mental institutions. […]
News
Handyman crew lends hand to elderly Norco community
While getting a wheelchair lift is a welcome addition for 91-year-old Kirby Giroir’s mobility, it’s a job that only a community that cares about its people can get done. […]