The things Trump said about God and money that you probably haven't heard
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at the event. So far, it's received a heavy amount of criticism. But was there hope in the midst, too?
View ArticleVoices for Children Bowl to benefit Child Advocacy Services
Saturday, March 18, is Child Advocacy Services’ Sixth Annual Voices for Children Bowl at Chappapeela Sports Park in Hammond. The flag football tournament challenges law enforcement, firefighters,...
View Article5 Fun Facts about Louisiana
1- Louisiana has the tallest state capitol building in the United States; the building is 450 feet tall with 34 floors.2- The first [...]
View ArticleHome Help: The power of a powder room addition
TIP OF THE WEEKNever underestimate the power of a powder room to make your home more livable and increase its resale value. Having more and nicer bathrooms consistently scores high in surveys on...
View ArticleIt Is What It Is: Why it’s so easy to watch someone else’s kid meltdown
Every so often, I use these few inches of white space to make a confession. Sometimes, the confessions are unexpected. Sometimes not. Sometimes they're a little unorthodox. And sometimes they're meant...
View ArticleThe things Trump said about God and money that you probably haven't heard
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at the event. So far, it's received a heavy amount of criticism. But was there hope in the midst, too?
View ArticleShayne Looper: Awash in a sea of profanity
I once asked a retired public school teacher friend what was the biggest change during his 30 years of teaching, from the 1960s to the 1990s. Without even taking time to reflect he answered: "The...
View ArticleDr. Elaine Heffner: Say you’re sorry
When a child's behavior annoys, or hurts another, one often hears the adult on the scene instruct the offender to "Say you're sorry." Yet, at times, the seeming offender is in his or her mind,...
View ArticleLost in Suburbia: The Psychic Wives Network
After almost 25 years of marriage, my husband and I have finally figured out why sometimes, we have trouble communicating: He can't read my mind.I know. I was shocked, too. But there it was. And the...
View ArticleBreaking Bread: Share the tale of your worst cooking disaster
Not too long ago, someone asked me whether I ever make mistakes in the kitchen.Of course, I said with a chuckle, knowing my failures all too well.I try not to advertise the slip-ups — which is why the...
View ArticleAsk Lisa: How do you sour milk?
Q: I have a recipe that calls for buttermilk. Can I use sour milk instead, or kefir? If so, how do I sour milk?— Lyn Lombard Palka, Columbus, OhioA: Sour milk or kefir can be substituted for...
View ArticleTales From the Front: The week is fine, but the weekends are hell
Dear Cheryl: I've been married for seven years, and I have a 2-year-old and another baby on the way. It's been a particularly hard year. My husband was fired; we had to move a month ago; he is now...
View ArticleIn Fashion: Rock out summer festival style
Summer means rocking out at your favorite festivals where you can free your inner fashion spirit with the best of a boho beat. So take some time to get your cool on with these hot looks that have...
View ArticleEnergy Express: Me? Stressed? March back to work with DIY strategies
I didn't need a new survey from the world's largest temporary-job agency to tell me that working people are feeling stressed. Who isn't? The genius who fixes my car; the bag-packer at Whole Paycheck;...
View ArticleKrewe de Halcyon royalty presented at ball
Krewe de Halcyon’s Royal Court were presented on Feb. 4 at the Krewe’s second Mardi Gras ball, "Poseidon’s Treasures of the Enchanted Sea," held at La Maison de Bella in Prairieville. Jason and Susan...
View ArticleHappy 100th Birthday
On Feb. 9, 1917 (100 years ago), God brought into this world, Noelie Ledet Triche. She was born in Valentine (Lafourche Parish) and married Ovile Joseph Triche. Together they brought into this world,...
View ArticleReligion News: Australian Archbishop ashamed, humiliated by abuse
WEEK IN RELIGIONAfter The Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse found that 7 percent of Catholic priests in Australia had allegedly sexually abused children, Australia's...
View ArticleNetworx: 10 tips to find a remodeling contractor you’ll love
Happy Valentine's Day. No, this isn't a dating column, just a guide to navigating that often sticky personal connection — the one between you and the man or woman you choose to update your living...
View ArticleLooking Up: Venus outshines the stars
The gloriously bright planet Venus has been prominent in the southwestern, evening sky for months. Often called the "Evening Star" it certainly attracts attention unlike any actual star in the night...
View ArticleGonzales Middle hosts Social Studies Family Night
Gonzales Middle School held its Second Semester ELA / Social Studies Family Night on Feb. 8. Teachers led parents and students in reading and writing thinking and problem solving activities and...
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