Lifestyles
With three sons in BMX, it’s pedal to the metal for this Luling native
It was summer vacation with a twist for the Graffagninis as they loaded on their 45-foot “BMX bus” for a whirlwind tour of the U.S. […]
recovery
Sports
Column: Brees story almost too good to be true
I’d like to take the time to note that Drew Brees is currently third all-time in passing yardage and, barring a sudden collapse, will take over the No. 1 spot this year. He trails Peyton Manning (71,940) and Brett Favre (71,838) with his own total of 70,455. […]
News
Luling resident battling thyroid cancer at 40
Blandon Zeringue: Fishing for Frankie beneficiary
In a flash, Blandon Zeringue’s mind went blank and his body numb. […]
Lifestyles
Norco attorney recognized for helping homeless
Winning the Richard “Buzzy” Gaiennie Award wasn’t about recognition for Juanita Marino, it was about faith. […]
Obituaries
Ross Robert Barrios
Ross Robert Barrios, 48, a native and resident of Des Allemands, passed away on Sunday, June 3, 2018. […]
News
Beating the odds
He was motorcycle-bound, returning to his home on the evening of Jan. 1, New Year’s Day, when he began to feel a bit dizzy. He shook it off, but once he returned home, he suffered excruciating pain in his back and neck along with a severe headache. […]
Allen Lottinger
Our representative served us well
Our state of Louisiana has had many a likeable politician elected to office in the past and at the present we have one of the most popular of all times. We must admit, however, his popularity has not resulted from his performance of duty in office though that may be a part of it. […]
News
‘Baby Boy’ still unclaimed, but on fast track to recovery
The Shih Tzu “Baby Boy” found suffering from serious burns and laying in a St. Rose flower bed earlier this year has made a strong recovery, but soon must find a new home as his story continues to roll through twists and turns. […]
Allen Lottinger
La. to get more restoration help
Louisiana’s in the process of getting its first share of federal offshore oil revenue earmarked for Gulf states. It’s the first such revenue pot which amounts to $188 million to the four states. The state will get $82 million to the state, which has already been assigned to help rebuild coastal restoration projects. […]