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Butch Stockton recently celebrated his 800th Career Win at the Chalmette High Gymnasium with the Owl Basketball Team, Cheerleaders, Chalmette High Administrators, and friends.

Butch Stockton recently celebrated his 800th Career Win at the Chalmette High Gymnasium with the Owl Basketball Team, Cheerleaders, Chalmette High Administrators, and friends.

Chalmette High Basketball Coach Notches 800th Career Win

News Staff
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
William “Butch” Stockton, the longtime basketball coach at Chalmette High School achieved an impressive milestone recently - earning his 800 career win. This remarkable accomplishment reflects his dedication, leadership, and consistent success over many seasons.
During the St. Bernard Sheri's Oce Reserve Division holiday celebration, the Meraux Foundation presented a $5,000 donation to the Reserve Division to help support training, equipment and operational needs. From left to right, are: Bill Haines, Sheri James Pohlmann, Rita Gue, Floyd Gue and Chris Haines.

During the St. Bernard Sheri's Oce Reserve Division holiday celebration, the Meraux Foundation presented a $5,000 donation to the Reserve Division to help support training, equipment and operational needs. From left to right, are: Bill Haines, Sheri James Pohlmann, Rita Gue, Floyd Gue and Chris Haines.

St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Hosts Holiday Party for Reserve Division Deputies

News Staff
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office recently hosted a holiday appreciation party honoring members of the Sheriff’s Office Reserve Division, recognizing their dedication and countless hours of volunteer service to the community, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.

SBSO Reminds Residents of Times for Legal Use of Fireworks

News Staff
Thursday, December 18, 2025
According to St. Bernard Parish Government ordinance, here are the times when fireworks can legally be used in the parish surrounding the New Year’s celebration:• FromDec.26through30,fireworks can legally be used from 9 a.m. until 11 p.m.• OnDec.31,theycanbeused from 9 a.m. until 2 a.m.• OnJan.
From left: Rep. Mike Bayham, Rep. Aimee Freeman, Archbishop James Checchio, Rep. Stephanie Berault, and Sen. Kirk Talbot.

From left: Rep. Mike Bayham, Rep. Aimee Freeman, Archbishop James Checchio, Rep. Stephanie Berault, and Sen. Kirk Talbot.

Rep. Bayham Welcomes New Orleans Archbishop at Installation

News Staff
Thursday, December 18, 2025
St. Bernard Parish State Representative Mike Bayham was invited to extend a welcome on behalf of Louisiana state government at the installation of the new Archbishop of New Orleans James Checchio on November 18th at St. Louis Cathedral.
Front Row from Left: Greydy Perez, Christina Crego, Sophia Mauricia Dos Anjos; Back Row: Carter Williams, Mason Newton, Jayce Smith, Xander Borden.

Front Row from Left: Greydy Perez, Christina Crego, Sophia Mauricia Dos Anjos; Back Row: Carter Williams, Mason Newton, Jayce Smith, Xander Borden.

Arlene Meraux Elementary Launches Student-Led “Adopt a Drain” Program Inspired by Mississippi River Delta Institute

News Staff
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Arlene Meraux Elementary has launched a new, student-driven environmental initiative thanks to the leadership of third-grade teacher Christina Crego, who recently participated in the Mississippi River Delta Institute over the summer. The institute equipped Ms.
The Insurance Crisis

The Insurance Crisis

The Insurance Crisis

Ron Chapman
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Many Americans are suffering the ravages of inflation. Food costs, along with other expenses, are robbing families of their quality of life. Anger and frustration are building. The American dream is failing them.But the real problem is not the cost of food. Inflation here is about 1.3%.
Covid On The Rise Keep Your Guard Up!

Covid On The Rise Keep Your Guard Up!

Covid On The Rise Keep Your Guard Up!

Jim Brown
Thursday, December 18, 2025
There is good news and bad news about Covid. The Center for Disease Control, a federal agency, is reporting that Covid is on the rise in many states throughout America. The good news is that people who get the Covid booster are much less likely to get the disease.
Expect State Budget Surpluses

Expect State Budget Surpluses

Expect State Budget Surpluses

Garey Forster
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Following the law shouldn’t be such hard work and so divisive. If Biden and the Democrats want to change immigration, then they should introduce and pass legislation in Congress. But they are spineless and ruthless, so they just ignored the federal laws on the books.
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