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Suits Filed

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June 2, 2023 23-0680-C, Caleb Encalade vs. Sentry Select Insurance Company, Argos Transportation LLC, Mark Nelson, Damage-Auto.

CAO Ronnie Alonzo Steps from Position in Parish Government

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SInce 2016 when parish president Guy McInnis first took office, Ronnie Alonzo Jr. has served at the St. Bernard Parish Government’s (SBPG) Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), but his time in parish government came to an end on Friday, June 9 as Alonzo stepped from his CAO position and officially retired from government work.

Juneteenth Committee and Violet's Intellectual Proteges Unite to Commemorate Juneteenth in St. Bernard

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The Juneteenth Committee and Violet's Intellectual Proteges, a nonprofit 501(c)3 are delighted to announce their collaboration in hosting a community event to commemorate Juneteenth in St. Bernard Parish. This momentous occasion will take place on Monday, June 19, and aims to promote education, cultural awareness, and the profound historical significance of Juneteenth.

SOS Group Files Appeal to Ruling on their Lawsuit Against Port NOLA

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The Save Our St. Bernard (SOS) group’s court battle against the Port of New Orleans’s (Port NOLA) proposed container terminal in Violet, Louisiana has been reignited. On Tuesday, June 13, lawyers representing the SOS group filed an appeal in the Louisiana Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal to a ruling made by Ad-Hoc Judge Robert Morrison in the 34th Judicial District Court (JDC) in February 2023.

St. Bernard Port and Associated Terminals' Maritime Month Event

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The St. Bernard Port and Associated Terminal’s Maritime Month Event was a successful collaboration with a great turn out. The theme was Past, Present, and Future, with the goal being to show how the port has been St. Bernard Parish’s historical partner. There were two tours, one from 10 am to 1 pm and the other starting at 1 and ending at 3. During the tours, each group was shown a thorough but brief Prezi presentation that gave more insight into the St. Bernard Port and Associated Terminals.

CALLING IT HOME

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School is out and kids will be playing more at home and all day long. So, what does that mean? Driving carefully and slowing down in the neighborhoods is the thought for the summer. Yes, make Sheriff Pohlmann happy and let’s have a really safe summer. Water activities will be ramping up as well. Be sure to have the correct safety gear on the boat and wear your life vests while on the boat. Unfortunately, accidents on the water can easily be deadly. What could be more fun than a family fishing or crabbing trip and a good meal with the catch? We all need to help keep the summer safe and enjoyable. Hurricane season is here and be prepared now. When a storm is approaching it is almost too late to plan, start early. If you travel out of town for vacation, be sure to have a plan for someone to check on your home. A relative, a neighbor, or checking with the Sheriff’s Office for a home patrol can be a really good idea for checking on your home.

PEACE & JUSTICE

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We are used to hearing legislators in Washington call each other liars. Just a few months ago during the President’s State of the Union speech, Congressman Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia jabbed a thumbs down in the president’s direction and yelled “liar” after his comments. “Joe Biden is lying to the American People,” Greene tweeted during the speech.

POINT OF VIEW

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St. Bernard Parish is facing one of its most important elections this year, perhaps its most important. The entire future of the parish hangs in the balance, and we need good people devoted to the parish and its people to run for office. Qualification for election to St. Bernard political offices takes place August 8, 9, and 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:40 p.m.

Suits Filed

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May 19, 2023 23-0608-D, Myesha Hill Johnson vs. James I Johnson III, Domestic Abuse.