Lifestyles
It’s all in the way you move
“Ballroom dancing is an art form,” says Charlotte Giardina, of St. Rose. And anyone can do it, she insists – even you. […]
Lifestyles
Health
Fingernail myths that keep you from looking your best
BOUTTE – You can grow and take advantage of strong, beautiful nails with tips from a dermatologist who says common misconceptions and “old wives’ tales” may be doing you more harm than good. […]
Lifestyles
Animal control officer is a dog’s best friend
‘I do it for the animals and because it is my passion.’ […]
Health
Shocking real reason you wake up grumpy
Thousands of grumpy and groggy parish people rely on caffeine-rich coffee or soda pop to give themselves a leg-up on their day. […]
Lifestyles
St. Charles 4-H’ers gather for LARGEST camp turnout – ever
A group of 41 members, counselors and adults from St. Charles Parish recently attended 4-H Summer Camp. […]
Lifestyles
Garrett Fortin and Meghan O’Quinn – National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists
Garrett Fortin is the son of Sharon and Michael Fortin of Destrehan. He is a member of the DHS National Honors Society, president of the Destrehan Honors Scholars, president of the Literary Club, treasurer of Mu Alpha Theta, and team captain of Quiz Bowl. […]
Business
Local company ‘shells out’ support
Shell Pipeline Company LP sponsored a day for employees to give back to the community by offering them the opportunity to volunteer their time to help out St. Bernard residents trying to recover from the damages left by the Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. […]
Health
How high blood sugar makes you fat even if you aren’t diabetic
BOUTTE – Men and women who gain weight without overeating and are tired all the time may be suffering from insulin resistance – a condition that’s often easy to conquer with a few dietary and lifestyle changes that will help you look and feel good again. […]
Lifestyles
Can you top this?
Way back when, butter-making was a back-breaking chore made only slightly less tedious by J.S. Gifford’s hand-cranked “cylindrical butter worker” that’s now on display in Bonnie Guidry’s Bits ‘N’ Pieces antique shop in Paradis. […]