Looking Up: Santa’s view of the polar night sky
There are many things we can be thankful for, one of them being is that the Wise Men had clear night skies on their way to Bethlehem. Religious-theme Christmas cards show a nice starry sky with one...
View ArticleRSV: Common but little-know virus is dangerous for babies
When little Addy Sylvester started to have trouble breathing in February 2016, her parents took her to the doctor.They were given a pamphlet on respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, and told to keep a...
View Article2018: The Final Frontier - Find out what’s in and what’s out as another year...
We know that feeling like the entire world (or at least the U.S.A.'s little corner of it) is burning down around you can detract from your ability to keep up with the latest trends. But never fear:...
View ArticleWhy the childhood home of Jesus is 'hoping for a Christmas miracle'
Nazareth, the biblical city considered to be the childhood home of Jesus, “is hoping for a Christmas miracle,” according to USA Today, in the form of more tourists.
View ArticleBlue Christmas: Helping those who ache during the holidays
Some mourn the death of a parent, a child or beloved friend. Some may weep because a relationship or marriage died, or pine because those ties were never born. And others feel alone. Whatever the...
View ArticleThe long-term impact of the Reformation
Europe and Western civilization in general were transformed by the Protestant Reformation not only religiously but in fundamental ways extending far beyond religion and theology.
View ArticleGet Fit in 2018 With These Top Exercise Aids
The holidays were a blast, right? Now it's time to look ahead to those New Year's Resolutions. According to Health.com, each January about a third of us make some sort of pact with ourselves to make...
View ArticleDr. Elaine Heffner: Handling separation
The thinking about early separation of children from their parents has been somewhat distorted by the specter of separation anxiety. A developmental step that is part of normal development has become a...
View ArticleThe Mom Stop: ’Tis the season to be helpful
I was driving down the street near my home last month when I spotted something unusual near the road, something that was moving.At first, I thought it was a large dog that had been hit. But as I drove...
View ArticleAscension Arrests December 14 - 21
December 14Washburn, Jessica Queen, 30, 10029 Hwy. 937 St., St. Amant, Failure to Appear-Bench Warrant, SuretyFrancois, Herbert P, Sr., 49, 17797 Airline Hwy 11, Prairieville, Failure to Appear-Bench...
View ArticleAscension Briefs December 28
To be featured free of charge, email your organizational news briefs and business calendars to Editor Greg Fischer: editor@weeklycitizen.com or news@donaldsonvillechief.com
View ArticleLetter to Editor: Homegrown 4-H
This year we have learned about forensic science, how to build a catapult, had a cookie decorating contest, and made Christmas cards.
View Article3 Things to do December 28
To be featured free of charge, email your organizational news briefs and business calendars to Editor Greg Fischer: editor@weeklycitizen.com or news@donaldsonvillechief.com
View ArticleAmping up our AP and ACT practice - How Albert.IO is helping my students grow
Through the review the program provides, students get detailed descriptions when they miss a problem, and sometimes it provides a helpful video.
View ArticleFarm Service Agency–A vital source of assistance to America's farmers and...
In fiscal year 2017, USDA Farm Loan Programs pumped $6 billion in support to a diverse group of producers across America. That was the second highest total in FSA history.
View ArticleNavigating The 3 Stages Of Retirement
He says people need to consider a number of factors – taxes, longevity and market risks, among others – to improve the odds of a joyful retirement, which is one reason Teboda says his firm takes a team...
View ArticleTips for small retailers to avoid holiday obstacles
Creativity can set small retailers apart from national chains, which often provide holiday discounts smaller stores cannot afford to beat. Selling innovative products that can’t be found in large...
View ArticleLost in Suburbia: My 2017 holiday newsletter
Dear Friends and Family,After receiving so many scintillating holiday newsletters this year, I wanted to chime in with our humble family news!First of all, our kids are doing great! You know our son...
View ArticleJennie Geisler: New Year’s Day holiday brunch will restore body, soul
Is it possible? Is it just a dream? Or could the holidays be just about, gulp, over?Nope. Sorry. Not even close, my weary revelers. We have five more days of rocking and rolling before the parties are...
View ArticleLouisiana Guard unit in Carville welcomes new commander
Erickson replaced Col. Johnathon W. Ballard, who has served as the commander since August 2012 . . . Ballard holds a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in General Studies from Northwestern State University and...
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