There is something civilized about a bouquet cut from the garden, brought into the house to enjoy. For me it conjures up memories of my grandmother’s house, always filled with an armload of gladiolus, or sunflowers, dahlias, and zinnias.

On February 16, PBF Energy—the parent company of Chalmette Refining—partnered with another international company to support the development of a renewable diesel unit that is currently under construction at the Chalmette Refinery location.

AARP Louisiana invites local eligible organizations and governments across the country to apply for the 2023 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 15 at 4 p.m. Grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable in the long term by improving public spaces, transportation, housing, civic engagement, diversity and inclusion, and more.

Gov. Edwards recently announced the application for the 2023 Governor’s Fellows Program is now open.

Join St. Bernard Parish Hospital managed by Ochsner on March 4 from 10 a.m. to noon at Sidney D. Torres Memorial Park, 3338 Jean Lafitte Parkway in Chalmette for a free, fun mile walk toward a healthier you! Staying healthy doesn't have to be hard. Something as simple as a brisk walk can help you maintain a healthy weight, improve your heart health and increase your energy levels. To register, please call 504.826.9094, or email darlene.stofira@ochsner.org.

Five students from Chalmette High School Band and its Talented Music Program recently auditioned and were accepted into the Louisiana Music Educators Association's District Honor Band. The honor band auditions are open to music students in all schools from St. Bernard, Jefferson and New Orleans. Talented Music Teacher Jason Rusk said “it’s a tremendous honor for students to be accepted into this prestigious performing group.”

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St. Bernard had its time to shine with the Knights of Nemesis parade but mother nature had a little attitude.

For my birthday the other day, my daughter and her boyfriend came over for a nice dinner along with traditional ice cream and cake. Afterward, she read a beautiful poem dedicated to me that was totally heartwarming.

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