News
Hazing, shunning added to schools code of conduct
As the new school year kicks off, so do new policies regarding bullying and hazing. […]
School
Book Review
Book review: “The Firm”
The Firm is a 1991 novel written by John Grisham. Taking place in a small Memphis law firm, the book is a high-octane legal thriller that is a constant reminder that not everything is what it seems on the outside. […]
Lifestyles
R.K. Smith back to school
Clyde McLaughlin II looks on as his dad pays his school fees during 6th grade orientation. Orientation for 6th, 7th and 8th grade was held Aug. 9 at R.K. Smith Middle School in Luling. […]
Book Review
Book Review: “The Name of the Star”
The Name of the Star by Maureen Johnson is a novel set in the streets of London during a new school year, but the story is not all fictitious for the killings that are present are nearly identical to Jack the Ripper’s. […]
Letter to the Editor
St. Charles businesses don’t remove sales tax during holiday
Dear Editor,
I assume that the state of Louisiana and St. Charles Parish instituted the sales tax holidays to provide an opportunity for the residents of the state and parish to purchase items and save the normal taxes paid on said purchases, thereby stimulating the economy and providing savings to the residents. This holiday takes place every year on the first Friday and Saturday of August. All items for personal use should be sales tax free with the exceptions of licensed vehicles, food prepared at a restaurant and some services and rentals. […]
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. […]
Lifestyles
Teachers welcome final A.A. Songy class
When A.A. Songy Kindergarten Center opens its doors for the first day of school on Aug. 12, teachers will be welcoming the school’s last class. […]
Lifestyles
106 families ordered to court to answer for school absences
In an effort to stem school absences, judges with the St. Charles Parish 29th Judicial Court have ordered 106 families to court and will make them sign an agreement that the students will attend school. […]
Book Review
Book Review: “A Brief History of Time”
“A Brief History of Time” by Stephen Hawking is expectedly informative of the universe. It is basically a beginner’s guide to the physics of the universe and goes from the big bang to the dark matter that makes up 70 percent of the mass of all galaxies but cannot be seen. […]