Health
Parish rallies around 8-year-old battling cancer
Chad Grosch II loves Legos and playing games on his iPad. He’s also received 10 to 15 blood transfusions in the last three months. […]
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Lifestyles
Historic krewe rolls through Des Allemands with 10 floats
With more than 50 years of history, the Krewe of Des Allemands parade will roll down its familiar route with 10 floats and around 250 riders. […]
Lifestyles
20 floats, 400 riders will roll through Luling
Around 400 riders will travel on 20 floats when the Krewe of Lul rolls through the streets of Luling on Saturday. […]
Lifestyles
2015 Krewe of Lul Grand Marshal
At 90 years old, the Krewe of Lul’s grand marshal can be hard to catch up with. Between going to the fitness center three times a week, volunteering within the community and continuing his late wife’s business, Hurschel Burleigh doesn’t have much time to talk about his role in Mardi Gras. […]
Lifestyles
2015 Krewe of Des Allemands Grand Marshals
When you see the Krewe of Des Allemands grand marshal, you might think you’re seeing double. But, in fact, this year’s honoree is two people. […]
Lifestyles
2015 Mardi Gras Royalty
While the world is hearing about Rex, Zulu and Muses, St. Charles is preparing for its own Mardi Gras revelry. Set to roll on Feb. 14 and 15, respectively, the Krewes of Lul and Des Allemands have selected their royalty. […]
News
Peanut Butter to feed hungry in St. Charles
Since 1993, St. Charles Parish Hospital has held an annual peanut butter drive to benefit the hungry in St. Charles Parish, and in their 22nd year, they’ve pick up a new partner. […]
News
Luling firefighters become first paid professionals in department’s history
Two employees of the Luling Volunteer Fire Department completed a 14-week course and returned to full-time work, ushering in a “new era in having paid, professional fire fighters on duty,” according to the department. […]
Lifestyles
HHS senior raises nearly $2K for Humane Society
The St. Charles Humane Society received an $1,800 check as a result of a Hahnville student’s senior project. Colin Troxler coordinated a golf tournament fundraiser as part of his final project, with the proceed benefiting the Human Society. […]