Editorial
Is a presidential primary worth the price?
In 2008, after decades of political irrelevance, the Louisiana presidential preferential primary actually figured to matter in the nomination races of both parties. […]
Articles by Special to the Herald-Guide
Editorial
Former governor ‘Trumped’ on campaign trail
Having run against both Edwin Edwards and David Duke in the same election, former Gov. Buddy Roemer knows what it’s like to be outshone by a flamboyant politician’s appeal to the masses. […]
Editorial
Steps taken to armor courthouse
A Federal Emergency Management Agency grant in the amount of $258,883 will fund the installation of impact-resistant glass windows at the St. Charles Parish courthouse, ensuring the building’s strength in the face of severe storms and hurricanes. […]
Editorial
Brothers in Christ have much in common
Leaving the funeral home Monday morning, a family member of the deceased stopped me. […]
Editorial
Fresh faces are more of the same
When she debuted on the political stage last year as a candidate for lieutenant governor, Caroline Fayard was invariably described as the “fresh face” in state politics. […]
Editorial
New program drawing recyclers
The parish has seen great participation in the recycling bin program that began March 1. Currently, parish officials are looking into solutions for managing the higher-usage bins, especially at Lakewood Elementary in Luling and Ormond Fire Station in Destrehan. […]
Columns
Ethics, politics by the numbers
In side-by-side newspaper stories last week: […]
Editorial
‘Rabies Run’ perfect time for pet vaccination
According to the St. Charles Parish Code of Ordinances, a licensed veterinarian must vaccinate all dogs and cats against rabies on a yearly basis. […]
Columns
Colorblind Governor should look out
Now into court comes former Congressman Cleo Fields, who claims a fatal flaw in Gov. Bobby Jindal’s plan for the Board of Regents to study the merger of two universities in New Orleans. […]