News
Anticipated wetland park set for fall opening
The much-anticipated Wetland Watchers Park is set to open in the fall, though enthusiastic local residents have already been eyeing the 28-acre facility. […]
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News
St. Rose church bash provides free school supplies to students
Pastor Josh Carter, of First Baptist Church in St. Rose, has spent a lot of his time recently gearing up for the third annual Back 2 School Bash sponsored by his church. […]
Crime
Scary clown taunts motorists on I-310
A man wearing a clown mask reportedly tailed several vehicles on I-310 last week before pulling even with the drivers and staring them down, which led to 911 calls to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office. […]
Government
Saying ‘no’ to sex has served parish well, officials believe
The row of strip clubs and bars in nearby Metairie called “Fat City” has been a breeding ground of crime for years. […]
Government
Tax-free shopping this weekend
On Aug. 6-7, St. Charles will be the only parish in the state that will suspend all sales taxes on most retail purchases. […]
Government
Neighborhood speeders called threat to walkers
During the summer, children and teens hoping to beat the heat or soothe a growling stomach lace up their tennis shoes or hop on a bike for a short trek to the Sonic in Luling for a frozen concoction or a burger. […]
Crime
Des Allemands woman charged with rape of 12-year-old boy
A 38-year-old Des Allemands woman was arrested and charged with the aggravated rape and molestation of a 12-year-old boy, according to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office. […]
Crime
Vandals target Des Allemands flood control devices
Thirty-five yellow caution lights that were placed to alert motorists to HESCO baskets lining Bayou Des Allemands were removed and tossed into the bayou, according to parish officials. […]
Government
Increased popularity of spillway means big improvements on the way
After more than 350,000 people visited the Bonnet Carre Spillway last year, the Corps of Engineers is moving ahead with the design and construction of recreational improvements. […]