Our View
Here’s what to do if hurricane heads here
We’re into a new hurricane season that will probably keep most of us on our toes, listening to news about the weather and whether or not anything is coming our way. […]
Our View
Our View
Higher education reforms are needed
Gov. Bobby Jindal is certainly right in seeking ways to cut down on the cost of higher education in Louisiana to satisfy budget shortfalls. […]
Government
Memorial Day is time to honor sacrifice
On May 25, people across the country will celebrate Memorial Day, which commemorates U.S. men and women who died while in the military service. […]
Government
Smoking decision should be left up to the owners
A bill introduced by State Rep. Gary Smith that would ban smoking in bars is sure to elicit strong opinions depending on who you ask. […]
Government
Proposed cargo airport may not fly
Gov. Bobby Jindal is pulling his support away from state funding for a proposed cargo airport in the Donaldsonville area. […]
Government
We caused problem, now time to correct it
The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers is scheduled to spend some $1.7 million of stimulus package money on making the Davis Pond Diversion Project in St. Charles Parish work effectively. […]
Government
Parish Council on top of library issue
The St. Charles Parish Council should be applauded for taking the time to fully consider every possible avenue when it comes to finally putting a library branch in the Des Allmands/Paradis area. […]
Government
Simple way needed to finance government
Now that the frustrating income tax preparation season is over, have you had enough? It seems to be a very unfair way of financing the government. […]
Government
Council decision is a win-win for parish
The St. Charles Parish Council’s decision to approve the discharging of treated wastewater into wetlands owned by Rathborne Land Co. is a win-win for both the parish and Rathborne. […]