Des Allemands
Local business icon leaves lasting legacy
February 21 marked the passing of one of the community’s business icons, as Otto Candies Jr. died at the age of 82, leaving a rare legacy and memorable impact behind. […]
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Destrehan
Local Girl Scout receives Medal of Honor for saving boy from drowning
Evelyn Carter, a Girl Scout from Troop 20179 in Destrehan, was just 10 years old when she sprang into action at a local swimming pool and helped save a 7-year-old boy from drowning. […]
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Local school custodian rises to the occasion to keep students safe
James Robertson is in his seventh year of service as a custodian in the St. Charles Parish Public School System. […]
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St. Charles Parish Hospital names new CEO
St. Charles Parish Hospital has named Keith Dacus as the site’s new Chief Executive Officer. His first day on the job will be Feb. 22. […]
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Heart disease now the leading cause of death in Louisiana
Each year February is designated as American Heart Month. It is a time when the medical community spotlights the number one killer of Americans and Louisiana residents – heart disease. […]
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Local women’s club surprises over 500 parish health care workers
There are 160 members of the St. Charles Parish Women’s Club, and many of them recently banded together to surprise over 500 health care workers in the parish with treat bags and king cakes. […]
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Luling family dedicates their lives to public service
Merritt “Buddy” Weems recently celebrated 40 years of service to the Luling Volunteer Fire Department. And while that is quite an accomplishment on its own, what may be even more remarkable is that he has had the distinct experience of serving those years alongside the people he loves the most – his wife Susan and two sons Jeff and Jody. […]
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Ama man’s Super Bowl video goes viral
When Jessy Brevelle decided to video her husband Brad’s Super Bowl halftime show reenactment Sunday night, she never expected it to be seen by as many people as it has. […]
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Blood donations desperately needed
With the COVID-19 pandemic causing a serious strain on the nation’s blood supply, donating blood is now more important than ever. […]