Columns
State’s budget crisis explained
As the state of Louisiana faces its next annual revenue shortfall (a.k.a. the “fiscal cliff”), apparently, it is necessary to explain the obvious to our politicians.
St. Charles Parish Louisiana
Editorial
Landmark voucher law could be derailed
In what may have been the apex of Gov. Bobby Jindal’s power and influence over the Legislature, his team pressed non-stop to push through a far-reaching package of education bills in the first three weeks of this year’s session, which is considered warp speed at the Capitol. […]
Obituaries
Loraine Herring Post
Loraine Herring Post passed peacefully from this life at her home in Luling on Nov. 24, after a courageous battle with a lengthy illness.
Crime
Sheriff’s Reports 11-29-2012
Arrests •Leonard Celestine, 19, of 134 S. Kinler St. in Boutte, was arrested on Nov. 16 and charged with two counts of simple battery, simple robbery and an SCSO attachment. •Andre M. Granier, 34, of […]
Lifestyles
You’ve got to read this! (Nov 29)
New books are waiting for you in your St. Charles Parish libraries. […]
Government
DNA from soft drink helps crack Luling burglaries
Nearly 15 months after two homes were burglarized in Luling, police were able to make an arrest based upon an empty soft drink can.
Lifestyles
The Nutcracker: Christmas tradition celebrates 18th year
Entering its 18th year on stage in St. Charles Parish, the annual performance of The Nutcracker by the River Region Ballet at Destrehan High School is in the works once again. […]
Lifestyles
St. Charles Parish student places at regional competition
The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA) Vocal Music students received awards in their divisions at the annual National Association of Teachers of Singing Southern Regional Competition held at Louisiana State University. […]
Lifestyles
R.K. Smith Middle School Top Tigers for October
Students of the month for October at Raymond K. Smith Middle School in Luling are: […]