Featured
For Destrehan mother and son, the flu brought a ‘miracle’
People describe the flu as a nuisance, or an uncomfortable ordeal, or perhaps a major inconvenience. […]
Month: November 2019
Football
Sophomore’s clutch field goal spurs Destrehan past West Monroe, into semifinals
A clutch sophomore cemented himself in Destrehan lore Friday night – and his team in the state semifinals. […]
Columns
Need help with a retirement plan?
Certain plan providers do permit them, though standard federal taxes and tax penalties apply if the loan is not paid back within five years. […]
Crime
Sheriff’s Reports – November 28, 2019
Suspects are innocent until proved guilty in a court of law. […]
Columns
Tinseltown Talks: A ‘Happy Days’ Thanksgiving
As the TV matriarch of the Cunningham clan in the sitcom “Happy Days,” Marion Ross appeared in over 250 episodes during the hit series 11-season run from 1974 to 1984. But one episode has special significance for the actress this time of year. […]
Columns
Unconditional love requires much work
“My mommy loves me more than anybody. You don’t see anyone else kissing me to sleep at night.” (Clare, age 6) […]
Obituaries
Lou Ann Songy
Lou Ann Songy passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her children in Luling, LA on November 26, 2019. […]
Government
Prep work underway on East Bank Park expansion
Standing by an old oak tree discovered and saved on property that is becoming the much-anticipated expansion of the East Bank Bridge Park, architect Joey Murray says every effort is being made to preserve the trees. […]
Featured
Hahnville senior celebrates cousin’s life through football
He said a prayer before every game he played for the Hahnville Tigers, with the knowledge his one-time mentor is looking out for him. […]