Business
Business ‘Simply Sweet’ for new Boutte bakery
For most businesses, there is a long grace period before the owner or owners begin to see a noticeable return on their investment. […]
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Government
Construction spending falls to lowest level in 5 years
Residential construction spending continued to fall across the nation last month, which was the 21st consecutive monthly decline, putting that spending level at its lowest mark since September of 2003. […]
Baseball
HHS, DHS bats catch fire as teams jump out to impressive starts
The Hahnville Tigers are off to an impressive start this season and have shown plenty of offense on their way to 9 victories in their first 10 games. […]
Boys Basketball
DHS Wildcats eliminated from 5A state playoffs
The Destrehan Wildcats boy’s basketball team was eliminated from the Class 5A state playoffs after Lafayette’s Josh Wiltz hit a jumper as time expired to give his team a 50-48 quarterfinal victory. […]
Government
Flood heights could rise
Residents in St. Charles Parish will soon find out if the Federal Emergency Management Agency will change the base flood elevations for the area. […]
Business
Grocery costs skyrocket due to gas, corn prices
High gas prices may seem like they only affect a person’s vehicle, but the increase is also causing havoc on everyday items that most residents need to survive. […]
Government
Governor, legislature on the right track
Gov. Bobby Jindal deserves accolades for his initial efforts to reform the state. He got most of what he wanted in putting ethics ahead of everything else in government. […]
Business
Volunteers needed to help abused children
Abused children in St. Charles Parish need someone to speak up for them, and by volunteering to serve as a court appointed advocate, members of the community will get that chance. […]
Business
Family sees opportunity as a ‘sign’ to fundraise
A lot has changed for Lori Templet since she began selling Christmas signs with a picture of the nativity and a message that read “This House Believes.” […]