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WHO'S WHO & WHAT'S WHAT

News Staff
Thursday, May 7, 2026
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Governor Postpones US House Races in May 16 Election

Justin Walton
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Early voting for the May 16, 2026, election officially began on Saturday, May 2. Until May 9, St. Bernard Parish voters will have the opportunity to participate in a slate of primary races for various high-level state and federal offices, as well as 5 proposed constitutional amendments.
Parish President Louis Pomes joined o cials from ASR Group and the Domino Sugar Re. nery in the ground breaking ceremony to announce the beginning of construction on their $785 million expansion.

Parish President Louis Pomes joined o cials from ASR Group and the Domino Sugar Re. nery in the ground breaking ceremony to announce the beginning of construction on their $785 million expansion.

Domino Sugar Refinery Breaks Ground on $785 Million Expansion

Justin Walton
Thursday, May 7, 2026
On Tuesday, May 5, a groundbreaking was held at the Domino Sugar Chalmette Refinery in Arabi to officially kick off the construction of a new $785 million expansion of the facility.
Sabrina Schmidt receives a State Legislature Proclamation from Louisiana Representative Mike Bayham during St. Bernard Day at the Capitol. Sharing the moment was Sabrina Schmidt, Judge William McGoey, Rep. Mike Bayham, Assessor Jay Lynn Turner, Judge Kim Jones, and Sheri James Pohlmann.

Sabrina Schmidt receives a State Legislature Proclamation from Louisiana Representative Mike Bayham during St. Bernard Day at the Capitol. Sharing the moment was Sabrina Schmidt, Judge William McGoey, Rep. Mike Bayham, Assessor Jay Lynn Turner, Judge Kim Jones, and Sheri James Pohlmann.

Local Artist Sabrina Schmidt Receives Proclamation Recognizing Contributions to Parish Culture

News Staff
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Sabrina Schmidt receives a State Legislature Proclamation from Louisiana Representative Mike Bayham during St. Bernard Day at the Capitol. Sharing the moment was Sabrina Schmidt, Judge William McGoey, Rep. Mike Bayham, Assessor Jay Lynn Turner, Judge Kim Jones, and Sheriff James Pohlmann.
2026 St. Bernard Day Held at the State Capitol

2026 St. Bernard Day Held at the State Capitol

2026 St. Bernard Day Held at the State Capitol

News Staff
Thursday, May 7, 2026
On Wednesday, April 29, the St. Bernard Parish Government hosted St. Bernard Day at the Capitol in Baton Rouge. This yearly event provides the parish an opportunity to show case everything it has to offer to state politicians and government officials.
BRAVO!

BRAVO!

BRAVO!

Barry Lemoine
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Today’s Bravo begins with a salute to Superintendent Doris Voitier of the St. Bernard Parish School Board, who recently announced her intention to retire after more than 50 years of service to our community.
PEACE & JUSTICE

PEACE & JUSTICE

PEACE & JUSTICE

Jim Brown
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Say it isn’t so. The Bayou State, made up of docile souls who are law-abiding, courteous, and well-trained motorists, has just been tagged by several rating services as having the worst drivers in the nation.
FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

Garey Forster
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Early Voting gives you a week (excluding Sunday) to do your Civic Duty, and begins Saturday, May 2.Don’t let a big game, family event, or trip that pops up on May 16, put the kibosh on your Civic Responsibility. Vote early.
POINT OF VIEW

POINT OF VIEW

POINT OF VIEW

Ron Chapman
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Once again, the American people were exposed to an attempt on this President's life. This is the fourth we know of this term: Butler, PA, golf course, attack on Maro Lago, now this.On this occasion, the assailant sought to assault the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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