Ascension Arrests January 25 - February 1
January 25Alverez, Landarrius A, 29, 1003 S STACY AVE, GONZALES, Bond Revocation, Domestic Abuse BatteryCarter, Kenneth, 36, 41107 LAKEWAY COVE AVE, GONZALES, Violations of Protective OrdersBond,...
View ArticleGuilty Pleas January 22 - January 26
During the week of January 22-January 26, 2018, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court, parishes of Ascension, Assumption, and...
View ArticleMusic and the Spoken Word: The lessons of the mismatched shoes
All of us like to succeed at what we do — and we especially like it when others notice how successful we are. But success comes with risks. When the applause is loud and the spotlight is bright, it's...
View ArticleZoney wins Best Costume at Krewe of Mutts contest
"Zoney 'Phelps' is a five-time gold medalist in the dog paddle."
View ArticleAscension Chamber welcomes new 2018 Chairman and Board Members
For more information on how you can become a member or get more involved, contact the Chamber office at 225-647-7487 or visit our website at www.ascensionchamber.com.
View ArticlePeace when children leave your religion
In this edition of LIFEadvice, coach Kim answers a readers question about the loss and pain she feels about children who choose a different religion.
View ArticleDear Monty: Emotion trumps logic in home purchase dispute
Reader Question: We have an accepted offer on a home. We learned that the floor is vinyl, not laminate as stated on the listing data sheet. Unlike laminate, vinyl adds no value to the house. We asked...
View ArticleThe Mom Stop: Pooped out over party planning
I’m not sure if my youngest daughter even remembers her last birthday — she is, after all, only 2-years-old.She hasn’t even been to that many birthday parties, save for her brother and sister’s, and...
View ArticleShayne Looper: Let conscience be your guide?
The U.S. Department of the Treasury maintains three gift funds, one of which is known as the “Conscience Fund,” established in 1811. The name stuck after the Civil War when a former Army quartermaster...
View ArticleDr. Elaine Heffner: The medium is the message
That phrase, attributed to Marshall McLuhan, was introduced by him in the 1960s in reference to media — at that time television — but more generally expressing his idea that it was the medium itself...
View ArticleDave Ramsey: Quit job for school?
Dear Dave,My wife and I have $72,000 in debt from student loans and a car loan. We’re trying to pay off our debt using the debt snowball system, and we each make about $45,000 a year. She’s a teacher,...
View ArticleStay Tuned: Formulaic fun on ‘Private Eyes’
Sometimes, a generic show about an unlikely pair of detectives is exactly what you need after a long day. “Private Eyes” is that show, a formulaic procedural that will not surprise or intrigue you but...
View ArticleArea Briefs February 8
Email your organizational news briefs and upcoming events to Editor Greg Fischer: editor@weeklycitizen.com or news@donaldsonvillechief.com in order to be featured.
View ArticleLost in Suburbia: I’m Mrs. Heat Miser
To be perfectly honest, I did not need a large rodent with insomnia to convince me that we had six more weeks of winter. It’s been so cold outside lately that when I go out, my nostrils stick together....
View ArticleJennie Geisler: V-day tarts, truffles, cookies — and a smoothie for dessert
Will you be my valentine? Sure, I have a husband. And a son. And they’re my valentines-in-chiefs. But you guys, you make my heart beat. Especially when my deadline is approaching and time won’t...
View ArticleLSU professor uses red wine compounds for heart disease treatment
There is no singular cure for heart disease, but there are numerous treatments including lifestyle changes and surgical procedures.
View ArticleSouthern University to host Louisiana Small Farmer Conference
This event is the ideal venue for new and beginning farmers, small and urban farmers, agricultural business owners, community leaders, community based organizations, Urban Agriculturalists, Government...
View ArticleLocal educator named 2018 Administrator of the Year
"Melissa is very deserving of this award and is one of many model employees dedicated to teamwork, service, leadership and learning," said Superintendent David Alexander.
View ArticleNetworx: Tips to get the best HVAC service
Be a savvy homeowner. Find out the facts about heating and air conditioning — installation, repair, and maintenance — before you call a contractor for help. You’ll not only save money and hassle,...
View ArticleIn Good Faith: Vintage clothing
There’s vintage and then there’s vintage. There’s poking around the Goodwill Store in search of the perfect wide-collared, 1970s brown polyester shirt for your Les Nesman from “WKRP in Cincinnati”...
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