News
Applications now being accepted for alligator lottery hunts
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is now accepting applications for eligible alligator hunters who will be selected through a lottery system.
St. Charles Parish Louisiana
Book Review
Book Review: “Looking for Alaska”
Looking for Alaska by John Green is a realistic fiction novel set in present time. It tells the story of a teenage boy’s new life in a boarding school in Alabama and the struggles he faces while he is there. […]
News
River levels high, but Spillway won’t be opened
Only months after some of the lowest river levels ever were recorded for the Mississippi, the river is now experiencing above average levels for this time of year.
Crime
Court tosses out 75-year sentence
A 43-year-old man who was sentenced to 75 years in jail for molestation of a juvenile and sexual battery will be retried after his sentence was thrown out by an appellate court due to a technicality.
Lifestyles
R.K. Smith Career Day
Sixth graders Darren Robert (left) and Chris Robichaux (right) speak with Reed Barnes, customer service and web site manager, at New Orleans International Airport during career day at R.K. Smith Middle School in Luling. […]
What's Happening
Montegut Speckled Trout Rodeo
MONTEGUT – The Montegut Speckled Trout Rodeo will be held on June 7-9 at the Montegut Lions Home. […]
Crime
Arrest made in connection with West Bank burglary
The St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office has arrested a 29-year-old Waggaman man they believe could be responsible for up to nine home burglaries that took place in Luling and Ama in the last month.
Editorial
Will Jindal, Landrieu face off?
Two seasoned political pros, who have lost a bit of their luster, may make the same big grab for political limelight in Washington. […]
Crime
Social media can help catch criminals
The importance of social media was once again on display during a recent rash of burglaries that primarily took place in Luling.