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Making History
When the St. Charles Borromeo cemetery was established in Destrehan 300 years ago, in 1718, it set the foundation for what has been one of St. Charles Parish’s greatest cornerstones of tradition. […]
Articles by Ryan Arena
Boys Soccer
Destrehan boys fall to Ouachita Parish
Destrehan coach Jhovanny Santamaria had more than a tinge of regret in his voice when he spoke of what might have been for his Destrehan Wildcats, who saw their season come to an end in the second round of the Division II playoffs following a 2-0 loss to third-seeded Ouachita Parish. […]
News
Police: Boyfriend fired 3 shots at girlfriend’s ex
Clevon Thompson of Gonzales has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a firearm after he allegedly fired three gunshots at two victims in Luling, one of them the ex-boyfriend of Thompson’s current girlfriend. […]
Football
Destrehan back offered by Alabama
Destrehan running back John Emery still has his senior season with the Wildcats ahead of him, but he’s already got his share of offers to play at the collegiate level — including one from the defending National Champions. […]
Football
Nine St. Charles Parish athletes make it official on National Signing Day
An emotional Samson Matthews stood in front of the assembled crowd at the Professional Learning Center in Luling, where signees from Destrehan and Hahnville were celebrated during the traditional joint ceremony between the schools. […]
Fishing / Hunting
Trapper says he’s got the solution for fast breeding feral hogs
A longtime hunter and trapper, William Everett of Luling is familiar with the problems the wild hog population can cause if left unchecked. […]
Girls Soccer
Destrehan heads to first-ever soccer semifinal, will take on top-seed
For the first time in the history of its soccer program, the Destrehan Lady Wildcats are headed to the state semifinal round and just one win away from the opportunity to play for a state championship. […]
News
Luling teacher eyes marathon as chance to give back
Johnny Braud began running seriously during his college days and has seen the positive effect it has had on his physical and mental well-being. […]
Crime
Police: Houma man stole $100K from St. Charles nonprofit
A Houma man accused of stealing more than $100,000 from a St. Charles Parish-based nonprofit organization was arrested and charged with theft. […]