Opinion

Quinn: I want to be a professional prognosticator

If somebody said they’d pay me to work at the job of my dreams, that profession would be…

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…

Lifestyle

Keller: Charlie, a name that will be remembered

My great-granddaughter, Charlie, age 5, is named after Charlie Michel, her other great-grandfather. If ever a child is…

Opinion

Tregre: Improving our ability to protect & serve

On Friday, June 26th, 2020, I was sworn in as sheriff of St. John Parish for my 3rd…

Education

The benefits of a new approach to learning for students

The validity of the adage “necessity is the mother of invention” was on full display during the COVID-19…

Lifestyle

Michel: Life is like a fleeting breath; focus on what lasts

Some of my fondest memories are of the precious lives I was privileged to teach. This morning, I…

Lifestyle

Ridings: A free press safeguards American independence

America’s Founders regarded a free press as so vital to the new nation that they took care to…

Lifestyle

Keller: We can learn from the God-fearing men of the past

America is considered a young country. In fact, on July 4, it will only be 244 years old.…

Health

Clifton: Topping cauliflower waffles with your favorite foods

Did you know that cauliflower waffles are guilt-free and fun to eat?  If you are looking for ways…

Lifestyle

Brock: July is the time to plant Halloween pumpkins

July 4 is Independence Day, a holiday packed with summer tradition. Perhaps you’ll find yourself barbequing, relaxing by…