News

Council talks Community Center upgrades; Previous proposal approached $4M & lacked complete help

LAPLACE — The thorny challenge of determing a comprehensive strategic plan for the St. John Community Center has…

BREAKING NEWS

Krewe Du Monde parade start moved up to 10 a.m. Sunday due to potential severe weather

LAPLACE — Due to the forecast of potential severe weather, the start of the Krewe Du Monde Parade…

Education

Courtney Millet named SCC principal for 2019-20

LAPLACE — Dr. Courtney Millet is returning to St. Charles Catholic High School as the new principal for…

Police Beat

St. John Parish arrests report: 2/26 – 2/28

2/26 Brandielle E. Anderson, 27, 2333 Virginian Colony Avenue, LaPlace, simple burglary – motor vehicle, simple criminal damage…

Police Beat

2 tax preparers charged with filing false IRS returns

LAPLACE — Two St. John the Baptist Parish residents are facing prison time as the target of a…

Lifestyle

El Paso serves up LaPlace sizzle: Dining destination has grown strong over past 4 years

LAPLACE — Since its April 2015 opening, El Paso Mexican Grill of LaPlace has welcomed families and community…

News

Service, Scholarship & Sisterhood: Delta Sigma Theta gives back to River Parishes

LAPLACE — Delta Sigma Theta sisterhood is for life, according to River Parishes alumnae who use their sorority…

Education

District battles national teacher shortage by helping certify those on staff

RESERVE — Eighteen teachers who are earning their certification this school year were recently recognized by the St.…

Police Beat

Already in jail, Reserve man charged with second degree murder

RESERVE — A 23-year-old local man, already behind bars for a stolen gun and unauthorized entry, is now…

Police Beat

St. John Parish arrests report: 2/22 – 2/25

2/22 Mohammed Alil Roberts, 47, 200 Bedford Street, LaPlace, fugitive warrant for Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office April Williams…