Lifestyles
Destrehan native chronicles mother’s death, turns diary into book
Described as “her only source of peace,” Princess Vinnett was only 10 years old when she chronicled the experience of losing her mother to breast cancer. […]
Profiles
Health
1-year-old with diseased kidneys fights for life, may need transplant
For Karen Bellow of Destrehan, January cannot come soon enough.
This is when Bellow’s young son, Jaxon, goes in for a medical checkup and ultrasound to determine the progress he’s made since his last kidney surgery in May of this year. Jaxon, who is just over a year old now, suffers from disease in both of his kidneys, specifically hydronephrosis and vesicoureteral reflux. […]
Lifestyles
Vial retires after nearly 60 years of practicing law
Leon “Sonny” Vial III had served four years as a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot when he decided it was time for a career move. […]
Lifestyles
Two St. Charles Parish students being featured in the BTNEP’S 2018 Estuary Artworks Calendar
The Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP) hosted its fourth Annual “Estuary Artworks” art contest in collaboration with National Estuaries Day. […]
Lifestyles
Waterworks employee retires after 31 years of service
Parish President Cochran presented Rusty Champagne with a certificate of recognition for his 31 years of service in the St. Charles Parish Department of Waterworks. […]
Lifestyles
These meals really do have wheels
From the window of the food truck where Raphael Pinero works, the world changes every day – and he loves it. […]
Health
Hospital Auxiliary provides pediatric, cardiac rehab
While the St. Charles Parish Hospital Auxiliary helps guide members of the community through rehabilitation efforts, it also puts a high level of importance on education. After all, the more a potential patient knows about maintaining good health, the less likely it is they become a patient in the first place. […]
Lifestyles
Handyman Crew use skills to help community
The Handyman Crew was a retired concept at Destrehan High School until 2015, and since it’s been resurrected, several members of the community are finding their lives just a little bit easier day-to-day. […]
Lifestyles
RSVP offers way for seniors to stay active
St. Charles Parish’s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, and its senior volunteers are staying as busy as they ever have. […]