COVID-19
Governor modifies state mandates for phase two; new restrictions established
BATON ROUGE — Gov. John Bel Edwards announced a mandatory mask requirement for Louisiana and ordered bars in the…
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Business Association hosts coroner & Court of Appeals judge: Information given on COVID-19, court processes
LAPLACE — It’s been a tumultuous year for Dr. Christy Montegut, elected coroner of St. John the Baptist…
Health
Clifton: 4 simple ways to prevent heart disease
Are you suffering from heart disease or know someone who is? Well, here are some ways to prevent…
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Enforcement needed to combat rising COVID-19 cases
I’m very concerned about the trends and the numbers I’m seeing in our parish. I’m extremely worried that…
Health
Griffin: Screen out cancer
New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a drop in cancer death rates…
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COVID-19 cases continue to climb in St. John Parish: Death rate has declined, according to coroner’s report
`LAPLACE – COVID-19 related deaths are on the decline, but the number of cases is still rising in…
Health
Baumgarten: Can you catch the coronavirus from swimming?
With summer in full swing and the reopening of many cities and states, some of us are flocking…
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SJSO Search and Rescue Keeps Busy for Fourth of July Weekend
The SJSO Search and Rescue Team had a busy weekend out on the water as many people enjoyed…
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LDEQ explains Air Quality Action Day advisories
BATON ROUGE — When the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality issues an Air Quality Action Day Advisory; community…
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Chateau St. James is COVID-19 free: Nurses & CNAs proud to reach milestone
LUTCHER — This week’s balloon release was a sign of celebration for the staff of Chateau St. James…