Allen Lottinger
Re-invention of democracy is needed
Dictatorships have their advantage. One guy up there can decide what’s best for the country and do it. […]
Government
Government
Bonds will help coastal restoration
At last we are beginning to get some action on the possibility of selling bonds to help finance Louisiana’s desperately needed coastal restoration. […]
Government
Second time the charm for Luling park
The second time was the charm for Rathborne Park, with St. Charles Parish securing $150,000 in funding – that combined with $150,000 from development fees – will cover most of the park’s amenities. […]
Government
4 years later, wastewater a boon to wetlands
In a resolution issued by the Louisiana Wildlife Federation, the effectiveness of discharging wastewater into wetlands was called into question because of the perceived negative impacts the practice has caused in the Hammond area. […]
Government
Chances for Luling levee better than ever before
St. Charles Parish officials say they have a better chance than ever before of getting a long-awaited levee for the Luling area because of a compromise in the route and a better working relationship with the Army Corps of Engineers. […]
Editorial
Prescott Canal work to improve Montz drainage
Public Works is now completing a project to refurbish and clean the Prescott Canal in Montz. […]
Allen Lottinger
Grand Isle is centerpiece of Louisiana coast
Grand Isle could become a magnificent artist colony. It has spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico and the Barataria Basin just north of it. […]
Government
New maps allow better look at parish than ever before
For the first time in five years, St. Charles Parish residents will be able to view an up-to-date map of the parish that highlights streets, evacuation routes, council districts, parks and recreation sites and other landmarks like boat launches and historical sites. […]
Government
Monsanto expands, increasing worldwide Roundup production
Monsanto has completed a nearly $200 million expansion that has increased the company’s Roundup production at the Luling site by 20 percent. […]