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Opportunity for Local Young People to Develop Leadership Skills

Destrehan · Destrehan

Opportunity for Local Young People to Develop Leadership Skills

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"But best of all there is no cost for the two young people as all costs will be met by Wimborne Rotary.See the Story

Once a gator hunter, Des Allemands woman authors first book - St. Charles Herald Guide

Des Allemands · Des Allemands

Once a gator hunter, Des Allemands woman authors first book - St. Charles Herald Guide

Nelda Stidham-Woodruff was finally able to grant her mother’s wish. It wasn’t the easiest journey, but it’s one Woodruff couldn’t be happier she embarked on. “The first thing I did, I looked up to Heaven – ‘Mama, I did it,’ Woodruff said. Fifteen years ago, Woodruff was asked by her mother – also named Nelda, Nelda Candies – to write a book about their family and its deep roots in Des Allemands. But Woodruff, a gifted storyteller, doubted …Read Article

Nearly 9 million views later, viral moment propels Destrehan senior - St. Charles Herald Guide

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Nearly 9 million views later, viral moment propels Destrehan senior - St. Charles Herald Guide

The highlight play burned through social media, garnering likes, shares and especially views. There were plenty of comments too, many asking the same question. “Who is that quarterback?” The answer – as now millions have learned – is Jackson Fields of Destrehan, whose highlight connection with teammate and LSU committed wide receiver Jabari Mack in the Wildcats’ annual spring game captured the attention of the internet. On3 recruits on X.co…Read Article

Parish begins $2.7 million asphalt maintenance program

On Tuesday, May 28, the parish began asphalt road maintenance for 39 parish-owned roads. The project will cost over $2.7 million and will improve roads on the West Bank and the East Bank. The parish council approved the project at a council meeting on April 7. The contractor for the project is Barriere Construction. Carlie Dalgo, a spokesperson for public works, said the roads for the project were chosen based on a third-party assessment of all …St. Charles Parish · St. Charles Parish Read Article

These Sisters Were Back-to-Back Salutatorians at North Forsyth High School

Arianna and Hannah Hagen reflect on sibling rivalry, shared success, and the bond that made them unstoppable as North Forsyth’s back-to-back salutatorians.Destrehan · Destrehan See the Story

Bessie “Granny” “GiGi’ Babin Legendre

Bessie “Granny” “GiGi’ Babin Legendre, 88, a native of Luling, LA and a resident of Thibodaux, LA, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until 11:00 am on Monday, June 9, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Thibodaux, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am with burial to follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Raceland, LA. She is survived by her son, John Legendre; daughters, Mary Vorenkamp (Paul), …Luling, Louisiana · Luling Read Article

Grad plans to study secondary education mathematics at LSU

Emma Creel has a plan. She will attend LSU in the fall to study secondary education with a focus on mathematics. She hopes to one day return to Destrehan High School to teach math. “Ever since I was little, I was always asked what I what to be when I grew up,” Creel said. “I would answer, ‘a teacher,’ without a second thought.” Through the Educators Rising program at the Satellite Center, Creel earned college credits toward her education degree.…LSU · Destrehan Read Article

Talented lineman cleared path to success on the football field, in the classroom - St. Charles Herald Guide

Michael Reed fondly remembers his early days as an offensive lineman with the Destrehan Wildcats. “It’s very much like a family,” Reed said. “I came in as a sophomore on a team that went to state. The older guys took me under their wing. I was the little brother and they showed me the ropes, got me confident for those big games – the games you come to Destrehan to play.” That mentorship meant plenty to Reed, who has paid it forward since as a…Destrehan · Destrehan Read Article

Record-setting powerlifter heads to the Air Force - St. Charles Herald Guide

Hannah Costa asked if she could take athletic PE instead of traditional PE, but she had no idea it would lead to so much more. Costa was granted that request, but the sport she participated in during her free time – she practiced mixed martial arts to stay active and healthy – was not among the sports offered at Destrehan. What was in the works, though, was a new powerlifting team – and Costa was among the first approached in starting that p…Air Force · Destrehan Read Article

Louis “Louie” Edward LeBlanc

With heavy hearts and heartfelt gratitude for his life, we announce the passing of Louis “Louie” Edward LeBlanc, a native of New Orleans, and longtime resident of Larose and Luling, LA. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 26, 2025, at the age of 75. Louie, a proud Army veteran of the Vietnam War, was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. A man known for his strength, faith, and unwaverin…Luling, Louisiana · Luling Read Article

Grad remembers all-state choir competition as turning point - St. Charles Herald Guide

For T’Nes Pierre, the all-state choir competitions stand out as an important moment of her high school experience. The intense competition results in a state choir that performs in New Orleans, but students must first win a spot on the all-district choir. Pierre made all-state choir three years in row – her sophomore, junior and senior years at HHS. “Me being in all-state in high school really meant a lot, because that made me feel as if nothing…Luling, Louisiana · Luling Read Article

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