Government
Our state is high in integrity
It’s good news that Louisiana now ranks sixth among states in integrity according to Chicago watchdog group the Better Government Association. […]
Our View
Our View
Residents can benefit from Community Ed
In St. Charles Parish, education is not just for children. It is for all of those adults as well who want to continue their education after graduation in fields that can help them improve the way they live as well as offering them ways to earn a better living. […]
Government
Lawsuit could benefit our future
One of the biggest lawsuits in the history of the state is about to unfold as the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East prepares to go into the courtroom against many of the oil and gas companies that have produced along the deteriorating Gulf Coast of Louisiana. The prelude is just beginning and apparently the action could go on for a long time. […]
Opinions & Responses
Zimmerman trial
The Florida trial of George Zimmerman got more attention from the press than almost any trial in recent memory. […]
Our View
Feds should join in saving the coast
We need coordination between the state and federal government in preserving the coast of Louisiana. […]
Opinions & Responses
Less jail time may be better
It is disturbing to learn that Louisiana jails a greater percentage of its citizens than any other state in the country. […]
Opinions & Responses
World Trade Center should remain
It’s unbelievable that The Tricentennial Plan in New Orleans would provide for tearing down one of the most significant buildings in the city — the World Trade Center at the foot of Canal Street. […]
Business
Home sales increase in spite of fears
There’s good news in the St. Charles Parish real estate market with sales increasing in spite of the fears over threatened increases in flood insurance. Our assessor, Tab Troxler, and local real estate agents have agreed that the future looks promising. […]
News
Jindal’s tour is good news for state
It’s good news that Gov. Bobby Jindal is undertaking a statewide tour that will take him to all of Louisiana’s 64 parishes. […]