Freedom of Speech

In 1787 the Continental Congress passed the new U.S. Constitution. It then had to be ratified by the individual states. Thomas Jefferson objected and stated that Virginia would not accept it as composed. There was nothing in the document to protect the rights of citizens.

Walker Percy’s Impact On Louisiana!

Many readers who love Louisiana literature will gather this weekend in St. Francisville to celebrate the life and works of novelist Walker Percy. He was, to me, a literary icon who spent most of his life in Louisiana. Many consider him to be America’s most significant Catholic writer.

More Ups Than Downs

“Louisiana Fact Book: Facts for the Future” measures 35 indicators in five key issue areas to determine whether the state is progressing. It provides an overall picture of Louisiana's well-being. You can read the whole thing at https://betterla.org/programs/louisiana-fact-book/.

Rabbit Tracks in Crepe Myrtle Leaves During Dry Times

Rabbit Tracks in Crepe Myrtle Leaves During Dry TimesThe lack of rainfall for the past couple of months has accelerated several issues in crepe myrtles, which are generally a pretty reliable “plant it and forget it” tree.

An Evening Of Comedy, A Sunday Of A Memorial

This will be a very short column this week. I had a very busy weekend and lost my normal time to write my column. Saturday night was a long one. I met Liz Willams and husband Rick Norman from Chalmette in Hattiesburg for a very special event.

THE FORGOTTEN KITCHEN

For many weeks I have been writing for this column about pamphlets and books that seem like curiosities.

St. Bernard Parish Suits Filed

September 15, 2025Suit #25-1374-D: Dana Hill vs. Juan De La Cruz Velez Banegas, Juan De La Cruz Velez, Equity Insurance Company - Damage-Other.Suit #25-1375-D: Capital One NA, Discover Bank vs. Sherry Nunez - Open Account.Suit #25-1376-A: Capital One NA, Discover Bank vs. Keegan S.

St. Bernard Parish Arrest Reports

September 12, 2025Sam Jackson, 49, Chalmette: operating a vehicle while intoxicated (first offense), traffic control signals.Belkis Machado, 57, Meraux: bench warrant.Lance Smith, 44, Violet: bench warrant. Justin Williams, 26, Violet: 2 bench warrants.

Louisiana Master Naturalists to Host Birding Trail Opening & Nature Day

The Louisiana Master Naturalists – Greater New Orleans, in partnership with Plaquemines Parish Tourism, will host Meet Fort Woods: Birding Trail Opening & Community Nature Day on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Fort Woods, just south of Fort Jackson on Highway 23.