The session that was supposed to be little more than a mere formality may turn into a somewhat heated battle. It’s the issues state lawmakers may face after voters soundly rejected all four …
Y ou hear it as “in the line of duty.” When it is used, it usually means someone in the military or first responder role has carried out their responsibility, sometimes making the ultimate …
What do a cold beer, a crawfish boil and the fertilizer that keeps Louisiana’s rice and soybeans thriving all have in common? They all rely on carbon dioxide (CO2). While CO2 is essential for many …
T he last Saturday in March may seem like the perfect time to dive into all the spring activities after a bitter-cold winter, but a couple of important items are set for this weekend. We urge …
“There they saw the God of Israel. Under his feet there seemed to be a surface of brilliant blue lapis lazuli, as clear as the sky itself.” Exodus 24:10, NLT This journal writing metaphorically …
They call it people-watching. Or they did in another time of men wearing fedoras, women wearing silk hose and Clark Gable set the gentleman’s dress code.
W hat if Louisiana held an election and nobody showed up? It may sound preposterous, but that could almost be the case for an election coming up in only two weeks. For those of you who may have not …
As we take our final breath and approach the pearly gates, will St. Peter ask these questions to qualify humanity to enter Heaven? 1) Question from St.
Have you ever given any thought to what life will look like after you are gone? I’m not referring to what your eternal life will look like. I’m asking if you have considered what life on Earth …
I’ve learned in my life that change is the only constant, and I learned on Mardi Gras how those twists and turns can prove somewhat challenging. The 2025 festivities in New Roads once again …
Editorials I n many churches and places of worship, the Lenten season is seen as a journey. For some it is a season of reflection and self-examination.
Love is a powerful emotion that can heal wounds and mend relationships. It can lift our spirits or cause deep pain when lost.
Social Security benefits can be an important part of retirement income – but when should you start collecting them? It’s a big decision, so you’ll want to consider your options carefully. …
Couldn’t have Mardi Gras timed things a little better this year? Well, this is something we probably will have to contend with, like parents whose children are born near Christmas. In this case, …
W e’ve reached another Mardi Gras season, and the tradition is bigger than ever in Pointe Coupee Parish. Livonia hosts its annual celebration Sunday, which has all the qualities of a great …
Until we heal, many of us walk around with agony created by one parent or even both, who have knowingly or unknowingly caused us deep hurt and pain. Any form of abuse can leave lingering and lasting …
Approaching our fourth decade of active preservation and promotion of all of the finest aspects of Pointe Coupée Parish’s hallowed Carnival traditions, we express three wishes for Mardi Gras 2025 …
Most of us probably don’t enjoy preparing our taxes, but there’s often a reward at the end — a tax refund. If you get a refund this year, how can you make the best use of it? Of course, the …
Mardi Gras is in less than two weeks, and it’s the type of holiday that leads to reminiscing. In the same guise as Christmas, Thanksgiving or New Year’s Day, it makes me recall what it was like …
P ointe Coupee Parish does not have a lot of industry. So, when there is change in the leadership of two prominent operations, it bears paying attention.