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National Guardsman’s final act one of life-saving heroism
Harris Dufrene III spoke with a tear in his eye.
“I just feel blessed,” Dufrene said. “It’s a new start on life.” […]
Articles by Ryan Arena
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Ama woman hosts autism awareness event, starts support group for parents
A year ago, Precious Singleton Alexander learned her then 3-year-old son, Rio, has autism. […]
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Destrehan, Hahnville regional standouts prepare for 5A state championship meet
For the first time in the history of the Destrehan girls track and field program, the Wildcats took regional runner-up honors at the Region III track and field meet, continuing what’s been a banner season for the school on both the girls’ and boys’ sides. […]
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Column: Pelicans brought fans on wild, unexpected ride
The date is November 12, 2021.
The New Orleans Pelicans have just lost to the NBA Championship favorite, the Brooklyn Nets, 120-112. Jonas Valanciunas scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, but tonight it was in vain – he’s basically been all alone out there for several games. […]
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Destrehan closes baseball season, falls to defending state champion
No. 17 Destrehan’s season came to an end Saturday at Class 5A’s top-seeded team and the defending two-time 5A champion, as Barbe finished a two-game sweep of the Wildcats on the back of an 11-strikeout […]
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St. Charles natives lose everything in fire
St. Charles Parish natives Daina Baird and Michael Weber were eager to take a quick, surprise weekend trip with intent on finding relaxation and letting some stress drift away – but that was, by any measure, not to be. […]
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Hahnville alum earns MVP in return to home track
On Saturday, Hahnville High School played host to the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference track and field championship meet – while a record-breaking Tigers alum made a very successful return to a track she knew quite well. […]
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Hahnville fought back, surged after slow start in 1st season under Schulz
Todd Schulz called his first season as head coach of Hahnville a great experience with a special group of players. […]
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Luling illustrator, graphic novelist backs scholarship for up-and-coming artists
Becca Hillburn remembers the doubters she had growing up, and she also remembers the hurdles she had to clear on route to becoming a professional comic artist and, ultimately, a graphic novelist. […]