Government
Parish will seek state funding for 2 boat launches
The St. Charles Parish Council unanimously passed resolutions aimed at seeking state funding for two boat launches. […]
Des Allemands
Crime
Des Allemands mother calls murder trial a nightmare
Jolene Dufrene released a butterfly in her daughter’s memory Sunday on what would have been Lindsay Nichols’ 33rd birthday. […]
Crime
Des Allemands man survives Endymion crash
When Otto Candies IV found himself underneath a truck hearing an engine revving, he was dazed but thinking something had suddenly gone wrong. […]
Obituaries
Theresa Caillouet Dufrene
God has a new Angel in heaven, Theresa Caillouet Dufrene has gained her wings and is now with her heavenly Father and loved ones that have gone on before her throughout all eternity. […]
Lifestyles
Local man fighting Lou Gehrig’s disease
When Morgan Hogan of Des Allemands was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s or ALS disease last year, a man full of life who loved to work and help others became the one who needed help. […]
Fishing / Hunting
Des Allemands fisherman says state is unfair
With a fast flick of his hand, Whitney Curole sent a large blue crab sailing into a white plastic basket as he sorted the last of the prized crustaceans at his Des Allemands dock operation. […]
Lifestyles
Sisters ready to ride as Krewe of Des Allemands’ grand marshals
Sisters Beatrice Barbier and Sandra Yokum say they’re ready to ride. […]
Lifestyles
Krewe of Des Allemands royalty loaded with specialty throws for parade
When Roy and Betty Hogan ride this weekend in their reign as king and queen of the Krewe of Des Allemands, they might have their work cut out for them — it could be difficult for the couple to get throws to all of their family, friends and acquaintances in attendance. […]
Lifestyles
Krewe of Des Allemands rolls Sunday with 10 floats
For the 62nd year, the Krewe of Des Allemands is set to roll Sunday (Feb. 26) before what organizers believe will be another strong crowd of revelers. […]