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Judge plans to retire after 15 years on bench, shifts focus to teaching next generation
All around her, Judge M. Lauren Lemmon has daily reminders to why she does what she does. […]
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After conquering cancer, Ama man honors hero in special way
Long known to many as the great Muhammed Ali’s No. 1 fan, Glenn Singleton scored a knockout of his own recently when he won the fight of his life – and a fight for his life, at that – against gastric stomach cancer. […]
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Destrehan grad overcame cancer to walk across the stage
It wasn’t the senior year Terrance Anderson Jr. envisioned, but thanks to the fight and determination inside him, it finished exactly the way it was supposed to. […]
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Spuddy brings Cajun Cooking Experience to Destrehan Plantation
Destrehan Plantation visitors have long been able to experience history through the landmark’s sights and sounds – and soon. […]
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Norco native raises $10K for pediatric patients, among finalists to win contest of 60K entrants
Months ago, Summer Zeringue McCune had to walk away from what she called her dream job, one that allowed her to do what she loved to do: positively impact the lives of children every day. […]
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Former Hahnville softball coach inducted into Hall of Fame
When Jerry Nugent heard the news, he wasn’t quite ready for it. […]
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Father surprises Army basic training graduate, R.K. Smith teacher as ceremony’s guest speaker
Kaelynn Smith was in the midst of her graduation from Army basic training when she heard a very familiar name announced as guest speaker. […]
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Destrehan High School Salutatorian: Helena Schuler
Just one week ago, Helena Schuler earned the distinction of Destrehan High School salutatorian. Two years prior to that, however, she earned a different prize she takes pride in – her black belt. […]
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Destrehan High School Valedictorian: Joshua Walther
Through COVID-19, through Hurricane Ida, through major changes in routine and habit, Joshua Walther kept his eye on the prize. […]