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Civil rights group wants to stop weddings at ‘historic slave plantations’
A national civil rights group’s call to stop holding weddings at historic slave plantations hasn’t affected Destrehan Plantation, or at least not yet. […]
Year: 2019
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East Bank Bridge Park expansion would include $4.4 million gym
With council approval of the East Bank Park expansion, St. Charles Parish plans to build a $4.4 million gym in Destrehan. […]
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Construction on turf football field begins for Ed Reed Park
Construction on a turf football field at the heart of the in-the-works Ed Reed Park in St. Rose should be ready for use early in the upcoming new year. […]
Football
Destrehan senior stars make it official on early signing day
Just days after playing for Destrehan in the Class 5A state championship game, two senior Wildcat stars saw further great rewards for their hard work—each got to live a dream. […]
Crime
Sheriff’s Reports – December 19, 2019
Sheriff’s Reports – December 19, 2019 […]
News
Make sure your holiday gift arrives safe and sound with these simple tips
It’s the season for giving – and, unfortunately sometimes, for taking illegally. With families spread out over long distances, sending Christmas gifts through package delivery is often the most practical course of action. […]
Business
Parish economy is among the strongest in Louisiana
Hitting a near 30-year low in unemployment, St. Charles Parish’s economic indicators are among the strongest in Louisiana. […]
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Shriners, parish create day of Christmas joy for children
More than 40 child patients received Christmas gifts, got to meet Santa Claus and had a chance to enjoy “a winter wonderland” courtesy of the Jerusalem Shrine Patient Christmas Party in Destrehan Saturday. […]
Government
President-elect requests moratorium on projects; council approves nearly $9 million of them
The St. Charles Parish Council approved contracts for nearly $9 million in projects despite Parish President-elect Matt Jewell’s request to table them for review by his administration and incoming council members. […]