Opinion
Don’t let scammers slay your resolution with phony weight loss products
In a perfect world, someone hoping to have a more healthy 2021 by losing weight could do so by simply taking a pill, wearing a ...
special.to, Author at L'Observateur
Opinion
6 Reasons why January babies are awesome (according to studies)
People born in January are more than just “new year” or “winter babies.” According to studies, they are not only likely to be health professionals, ...
by Special to, Saturday, January 23, 2021 12:00 am
Sports
Eric Parquet joins ALNSPA Community Christian team
DESTREHAN — ALNSPA Community Christian has hired Eric Parquet as Wide Receiver Coach for its new program in Indianapolis, Indiana. In 1997, Eric Parquet started ...
by Special to, Saturday, January 23, 2021 12:00 am
Opinion
DOTD, LSP, Highway Safety Commission are concerned about construction zone safety
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development would like to remind motorists to use caution while traveling in work zones. On the evening of Jan. ...
by Special to, Saturday, January 23, 2021 12:00 am
News
Valentine’s Day raffle supports mental health
After having her second son, Courtni Becnel was diagnosed with post-partum depression and post-partum anxiety. Sharing her daily challenges throughout her mental health journey opened ...
by Special to, Saturday, January 23, 2021 12:00 am
Opinion
Get the most from your healthcare coverage this year
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana reminds everyone that the start of the year is a good time to review your health benefits, starting ...
by Special to, Saturday, January 23, 2021 12:00 am
Local
Prudhomme retires after 19 years at the Port of South Louisiana
RESERVE — This week, Business Development Director Linda Prudhomme was recognized during January’s regular commission meeting, honoring her for the over 19 years of service ...
by Special to, Saturday, January 23, 2021 12:00 am
Local
Hospital welcomes new board member
LUTCHER — Anya Bailey Randle has been newly appointed to the Hospital’s Board of Commissioners after an internal nomination and vote by the St. James ...
by Special to, Saturday, January 23, 2021 12:00 am
Local
A Student’s Perspective: MLK’s words & actions inspired my generation
BY JADE J. AUGUST WEST ST. JOHN HIGH SCHOOL We are taught about Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream. He imagined a world where children would ...
by Special to, Wednesday, January 20, 2021 3:06 am
LaPlace
Milesville Memorial Church celebrates MLK with day of service
LAPLACE — Bishop Ronald and First Lady Cherry Burl Frank of Milesville Memorial Church of God in Christ of LaPlace celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. ...