Events & Announcements
Volunteers sought for 2-hour disaster drill
One of the biggest challenges in disaster recovery is ensuring residents have the supplies they need to get back on their feet. […]
St. Charles Parish Louisiana
Government
Hospital eyes Destrehan for after-hours center
LULING – St. Charles Parish Hospital is in discussions with “The Prince’s Foundation for Building Community” to locate a new primary and advanced after-hours care center on property adjacent to Destrehan Plantation.
News
Luling woman involved in fatal motorcycle crash
A Luling woman was involved in a crash that led to the death of a Harvey man Sunday morning, according to the Louisiana State Police.
Lifestyles
Proposed bill would judge teachers on state testing scores
Fifty percent of a teacher’s evaluation will come from student standardized test results if a Louisiana House of Representatives bill passes during this legislative session.
Government
Success of recycling bins brings back curbside discussion
Due to the success of the recycling bin program in St. Charles, two council members say it’s time to re-open discussions on curbside recycling. […]
Lifestyles
84-year-old’s gospel song goes viral on YouTube
Rowena Smith has always been able to draw a crowd with her powerful voice, but she never dreamed her singing would be heard by more than a million people all over the world.
News
Most School Board members against term limits
St. Charles voters may have the opportunity to impose term limits on public school board members later this year if a proposed bill passes through congress.
Crime
Destrehan man accused of raping wife
A Destrehan man who was accused of raping his wife several times over the past 16 months was arrested on Thursday, according to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Government
Morel defeats Marcel by less than 200 votes
Luling attorney Michele Morel is the next 19th Judicial District Court judge. She beat opponent Timothy Marcel by 168 votes during Saturday’s election. […]