Our View
Olympics help to unite the world
It’s a positive note that a world with so many differences can take time out to enjoy friendly competition in an orderly manner. […]
St. Charles Parish Louisiana
Allen Lottinger
Landmark to state culture set to re-open
Behold, an old structure that has been a landmark to the cultural lives of southeast Louisiana citizens is being reconstructed. Before its closing several years ago, it was a centerpiece of theatrical art.
Lifestyles
HHS’ Baudot top high school teacher
Hanhville High School teacher Amanda Baudot has been named the 2013 Louisiana High School Teacher of the Year.
News
Schools consider reducing health, life insurance benefits for retirees
The St. Charles Parish School system announced their intention to reduce health and life insurance benefits for future employees hired after June 30, 2013.
Government
85 families ordered to court to answer for school absences
Judges with the St. Charles Parish 29th Judicial Court are being proactive when it comes to school absences, ordering 85 families to court to sign an agreement ensuring the students will attend school every day they are able.
Crime
Infamous rape, murder case may get another look
Victor “Bruce” Perritt was convicted in 1983 for the 1981 rape, torture and murder of Barbara Jo Brown, an 11-year-old Luling girl.
News
Cat Clearance: half off at shelter due to overcrowding
It’s almost impossible to step into any room in the new St. Charles Parish Animal Shelter without either running into a small kitten or hearing the felines call out from behind their cages. […]
Crime
Copper theft big problem
Sheriff Greg Champagne has stepped up his office’s efforts in recent weeks to combat copper theft in St. Charles Parish.
News
Lightning strikes Cataouatche fisherman
In what both brothers called a miracle, Chad and Chuck Colombel are out of the hospital after one of them was struck by lightning while they were fishing in Lake Cataouatche on Saturday.