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Hahnville woman recalls meeting, drawing inspiration from civil rights icon
John Lewis may be gone, but he’s far from forgotten by the countless inspired by his life’s work. Avis LaGrange is among them. […]
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Shelter cares for dog so owner can get back on feet
In late June, animal control officers received a call about an abandoned dog seen in the bathroom of Destrehan’s splash park. When they arrived, they found there was much more to this canine’s story. […]
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Council will vote on temporary replacement for councilwoman before special election
In the aftermath of former longtime councilwoman Wendy Benedetto’s departure, the St. Charles Parish Council will soon appoint a temporary replacement to serve in her role as Councilman at-Large of Division A. […]
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As Marco fizzles, attention shifts to TS Laura
While Tropical Storm Marco weakened as it approached Louisiana’s coast and made landfall Monday, forecasters predict the second of the two approaching storms this week, Tropical Storm Laura, could strengthen into a major hurricane when it reaches land. […]
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St. Charles Parish and United Way organize Hurricane Laura donation drive
St. Charles Parish and the United Way of St. Charles have teamed up to collect supply donations for victims of Hurricane Laura. […]
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Parish schools closed Monday through Thursday as storms approach
St. Charles Parish’s public schools will be closed Monday through Thursday due to potential impacts from Tropical Storms Laura and Marco. […]
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Governor declares state of emergency as two storms approach Gulf
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards declared a state of emergency for Louisiana and advised residents to make preparations to shelter in place as Tropical Storms Laura and Marco continue toward the Gulf of Mexico. […]
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Neighbors pitch in to help family dealing with multiple hardships
One knock is all it took.
When Coronado Park resident Wendy Aucoin knocked on her neighbor’s door to check on her, she had no idea what was about to be set in motion. […]
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Community rallies around husband, father injured in accident
Ashley Gibbons received the call all wives dread on July 30 – her husband Brad Gibbons, who works as a bartender at Destrehan’s Sports Pub & Grill, was involved in an accident while riding his new scooter. […]