Our View
New emergency department up for vote on April 4
On April 4, the fate of a new emergency department at the St. Charles Parish Hospital will be in the hands of parish voters. […]
Our View
Government
Atchafalaya sediment could help save coast
There is a wealth of sediment in the delta of the Atchafalaya River. It is so massive that it creates problems for shipping in that area. […]
Government
Planning and zoning is on the right track
St. Charles Parish could be one of the most beautiful areas of the nation. It is a natural wonderland with bayous, swamps, marshes, giant oak trees, lakes, and of course, ole man river running through it. […]
Our View
Herald-Guide still going strong
Several big-city newspapers are seeking bankruptcy. But fear not. St. Charles Herald-Guide is not one of those guys nor are any others in our area that we know of. […]
Our View
Mardi Gras over, time to embrace Lent
Mardi Gras came and went in St. Charles Parish, with two successful parades that brought tons of fun to the area. As a benefit, the rain held off last weekend, which made the parades even more enjoyable. […]
Our View
Mardi Gras is a time to spend with family
Mardi Gras officially kicks off this weekend in St. Charles Parish, with the Krewe of Lul and the Krewe of Des Allemands rolling down the streets with plenty of good throws for the waiting crowds. […]
Crime
Parish’s crime fall impressive
Last week, St. Charles Parish Sheriff Greg Champagne released crime statistics from 2008, which show a marked decrease from the year before. […]
Allen Lottinger
Recovery plan should be short, sweet
Are we going too far with our economic recovery plan? […]
Government
Abortion breaks the cycle of poverty?
Last Thursday, Jan. 22, we joined over 300,000 other pro-lifers who flooded Washington D.C. for the anniversary of Roe v. Wade. […]