Editorial
Do not discard an old friend
What separates “old friends” from a new friend or acquaintance? What is it that earns them the revered title of “old friend?” Certainly it’s not just their age. […]
St. Charles Parish Louisiana
Columns
Oil industry still steering the discussion post-session
More than a week after the regular session adjourned, Louisiana’s oil and gas industry is still capping off what has arguably been the most conspicuous policy initiative of the year. […]
Obituaries
Essie Mae Davis Cranford
Essie Mae Davis Cranford, 89, a native of Tinsman, Ark.and a resident of Luling, passed away on Tuesday, May 27. […]
Government
Oil damage suit needs compromise
The current disagreement between our state government in Baton Rouge and the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East is a big problem and we’re not certain there is an easy solution to it. […]
Obituaries
Walterine Dufrene Comardelle
Walterine Dufrene Comardelle, 94, a native and resident of Des Allemands, passed away on Thursday, May 29. […]
Crime
Sheriff’s Reports 6-12-2014
Sheriff’s Reports 6-12-2014 […]
News
Termite swarms should end soon, but slabs need to be checked monthly
While termite swarms should subside by the end of June, residents need to check their slabs and bathrooms on a monthly basis to make sure the wood-eating insects haven’t set up shop inside their homes. […]
Government
Pay raises sought for parish president, council
St. Charles Parish Councilman Paul Hogan is setting out to change the parish’s Home Rule Charter to allow for pay raises for both the parish president and Parish Council members. […]
Crime
New U.S. attorney vows to take hard stance on corruption
U.S. Attorney Kenneth Polite recently visited St. Charles Parish and vowed that he is determined to crack down on public corruption. […]