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SBSO to Hold Job Fair Oct. 15

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Have you ever wondered what a career in law enforcement might be like? Are you looking for a rewarding job that allows you to make a difference in your community?If so, the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office invites you to attend its upcoming Job Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 3 to 7 p.m.
POINT OF VIEW

POINT OF VIEW

Freedom of Speech

Ron Chapman
Thursday, September 25, 2025
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!

Walker Percy’s Impact On Louisiana!

Walker Percy’s Impact On Louisiana!

Jim Brown
Thursday, September 25, 2025
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.
FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

More Ups Than Downs

Garey Forster
Thursday, September 25, 2025
“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/.
CALLING IT HOME

CALLING IT HOME

An Evening Of Comedy, A Sunday Of A Memorial

Jimmy Delery
Thursday, September 25, 2025
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

THE FORGOTTEN KITCHEN

THE FORGOTTEN KITCHEN

Liz Williams
Thursday, September 25, 2025
For many weeks I have been writing for this column about pamphlets and books that seem like curiosities.

St. Bernard Parish Suits Filed

News Staff
Thursday, September 25, 2025
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

News Staff
Thursday, September 25, 2025
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.
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