News
Alligators still in demand, but price just isn’t right
With little market for alligator hides, hunters are staying home rather than heading out into local swamps and marshes after the big, toothy reptiles. […]
News
Government
Paradis library to go out for bids early 2010
A new, 6,341-square-foot library in Paradis is currently scheduled to go out for bids early next year and be completed in 2011, according to Library Director Mary desBordes. […]
Government
West Bank: Subdivisions halted as lot sales dwindle
The West Bank of the parish has developable land available in every community, and while some of the land is currently zoned for commercial use, owned by estates or used for agriculture, numerous subdivisions have sprung up across the area in the last nine years. […]
Business
East Bank still has room to grow
Despite what people are saying, the East Bank still has room to grow. In fact, every community has land that could meet future needs, according to parish planner Marny Stein.
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News
Duplantis builds largest home on East Bank
With nearly a year of construction under their tool belts, builders continue to chisel away at what has been deemed the largest residential property on the East Bank. […]
News
Steal a deal at sheriff’s auction
Ford Crown Victorias, Chevy Impalas, Ford Mustangs and Honda Civics will be among the 45 cars auctioned off on Sept. 19 by the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office in New Sarpy. […]
Crime
Woman opens door, spots lewd man
A 19-year-old St. Rose woman was in for a shock when she answered a knock on her door at 9:13 p.m. on Sept. 12. […]
News
New museum shines on rich, local history
Chance to view the area’s unique history with the opening of a new museum next month at the Destrehan Plantation. […]
Business
Biodiesel plant in Norco proposed
Valero has taken initial steps towards the formation of a joint venture with Darling International to build a facility capable of producing 135 million gallons per year of renewable diesel on a site near Valero’s refinery in Norco.
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