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Old photographs sought for Destrehan Plantation’s annual Heritage Weekend
Candle and butter making, African dance and drumming, Native American dance and storytelling. […]
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Drainage improvements continue throughout the parish
The completion of two additional 72-inch culverts, which will significantly increase drainage capacity, should be completed in Destrehan this month. […]
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Third grader donates her savings to help others
At just 8 years old, Bailey Windmann has already figured out the most important part of Christmas – it’s better to give than to receive. […]
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Local teacher organizes fundraising efforts for family of 11 affected by house fire
Chris Johnson only caught bits and pieces of a recent school announcement, but he knew he needed to do something to help. […]
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Christmas Eve luminary display returns to Ormond
What started decades ago but eventually fizzled out is to returning to Destrehan’s Ormond neighborhood this year. […]
Obituaries
Gail Ann Young Smith
Gail Ann Young Smith was born November 17, 1946 and passed away December 5, 2020 at the age of 74. She is survived by her children Tracy J. Smith (Paula Mire), Troy M. Smith (Kelly), […]
Obituaries
Dorothy “Dottie” Pasqua Voelkel
Dorothy “Dottie” Pasqua Voelkel, age 92, passed away peacefully at Ochsner Medical Center on Monday, November 9, 2020. Born on September 24, 1928 in New Orleans, Dottie graduated from Redemptorist High School in New Orleans […]
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Once homeless herself, local woman starts ministry to help others
The mission of Janice Blocker’s Proverbs 14:31 Homeless Ministry is simple – to bring hope, comfort and the love of Christ to the homeless. But for Blocker, the mission is also personal. […]
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Destrehan Plantation moves forward with arts and crafts event
In an unprecedented year where little has been certain, Destrehan Plantation Executive Director Tracy Smith said he is excited to host the 48th Annual Destrehan Plantation Arts and Crafts Event. […]