Lifestyles
Marine moms send gift baskets to troops overseas
The Louisiana Marine Mom Support Group is making sure that soldiers get some love during the holidays by sending gift baskets and other items overseas.
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Articles by Shonna Riggs
Government
Laque: lawsuit will delay progress
St. Charles Parish Councilwoman elect Carolyn Schexnaydre and Ama resident Jara Roux have filed a lawsuit against the parish to stop a $24.7 million bond sale that was slated to finance the construction of a pump station for the West Bank.
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Government
Hilaire changes mind, decides to charge video bingo operators
Councilman Desmond Hilaire’s video bingo ban has caused a lot of controversy since he first issued the ordinance in November.
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Editorial
Is St. Charles becoming a Mini Vegas?
In St. Charles Parish, residents look forward to the relaxation and the peace and quiet of a close knit, family oriented community. […]
Lifestyles
New Sarpy fire destroys home, leaves 10 children homeless
Orvette Smith, of 925 Terrace St., in New Sarpy, a long-time custodian for St. Charles Parish Public Schools, stood in shock when he discovered his family’s home had been destroyed by a fire.
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News
Gamblers spend big in parish
Gamblers no longer need to trek to Las Vegas or Atlantic City to find the action they crave.
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News
Witnesses say alleged thief beaten by deputies
On Sept. 21, at 11:30 a.m., a woman leaving the CVS Pharmacy in Luling had her purse snatched from her shoulder while she was attempting to load merchandise into the trunk of her car. […]
Lifestyles
Homeless family faces crisis
Claudia Mitt, 31, of Boutte, starts her day off with her usual routine, walking the streets of St. Charles Parish, asking people for food and money to help her get back the life she once knew before her drug addiction forced her to lose her home, job and family. […]
Government
Veto override imminent
Six St. Charles Parish council members plan to cast their votes against Parish President Albert Laque’s veto, which will permanently close the Luling Video Bingo Palace.
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