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10-year-old Luling girl wows in first 4-H competition
When Madison Jacob’s name came up for top performance in the 13 and under category at the 4-H/FFA state horse show, she was shocked. […]
Profiles
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Des Allemands painter loves telling the story
Kellie Breaux intently painted the fine details of an alligator against a twilight swamp scene on an aged cedar plank. […]
Lifestyles
Get ready to rock and roll with BritBeat’s tribute to the Beatles
Chris Getsla was in high school when he decided to start a tribute band, but it would turn out to become an idea they’re continuing today and with a multimedia spin. […]
Lifestyles
Estess named President of National Group of Certified Public Accountants
Local CPA John Estess, has recently been named President of the Professional Association of Small Business Accountants (PASBA). […]
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Voodoo practitioner traces lineage to Destrehan Plantation founder
Born into the vibrant, multicultural world of New Orleans’ French Quarter, Dianne Honore’ is a proud witch, voodoo worker and voodoo practitioner although she is most passionate about being a truthful storyteller. […]
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The ‘sand basket lady’ has a last word on her photo going viral
At last count, the number was 67,041 views and counting on the Herald-Guide’s Facebook page for a photo of Claire Landry “beaching” on Hesco baskets in Des Allemands. […]
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Norco’s ‘mayor’ is retiring
From where Sal Digirolamo is standing on Apple Street, the view of a changing Norco represents his love and hope for a place that has been his home since birth. […]
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WWII veteran became avid runner in his 60s
When Arthur “Mutsy” Gassen Jr. finally spoke about his time in World War II, he recounted how he was proud of his service and lived every day of life to its fullest. […]
Health
The story of Dana Staton – 41 pounds lighter and way wiser
Dana Staton doesn’t want her life to be about the numbers, although it could easily be about going from 155 pounds to 113 pounds, but about the journey. Weight loss is how it started, but […]
Lifestyles
Comfort food – St. Joseph altars help those in need
The first St. Joseph’s altar on the Island of Sicily was humble in the 1700s, but the dedication has grown with four area churches celebrating the patron saint of the poor with altars of their […]
Lifestyles
The ministry of yarn: The Flying Needles making residents warm and loved with their crocheted gifts
Aptly named the “Flying Needles,” Alex Morales and fellow members of the group have kicked up what he considers their ministry of yarn. “It’s a ministry and a way of me showing what I can […]
Lifestyles
Robert: A life dedicated to preserving and promoting St. Charles’s historical landmark
‘She was just larger than life … absolutely giving.’ For Nancy Robert, Destrehan Plantation was her life for more than 30 years. On Dec. 20, Robert’s sudden death left behind a legacy of making one […]
