What can you do for your country? Nov 5, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. What can you do for your country. (L Observateur, LA)
Playings the thing for council Nov 4, 2009
LAPLACE The St. John Parish Council has approved a pair of design contracts for improvements to recreational facilities on both sides of the river ... Hotard, who abstained from the council s vote, was referring to the St. John Community Center in LaPlace, which was originally approved to be a recreational facility before being redesigned into a soundstage. (L Observateur, LA)
Bringing the farm to you Nov 4, 2009
LAPLACE Long-time farmer and Amite native Russell Roy understands that most children growing up in cities and suburbs rarely if ever get the opportunity to learn what it takes to tend to a farm ... The tour made a recent stop at Ascension of Our Lord School in LaPlace. (L Observateur, LA)
Newsletter du Centre culturel suisse de Paris / novembre 2009 Nov 3, 2009
Candide d apr;s Voltaire, ;criture Yves Laplace, mise en sc;ne Herv; Loichemol 12. 11 8. (AbsoluteArts.com)
OUTDOORS NOTES Nov 1, 2009
Reader Tom Madere of LaPlace writes: "I spoke with the manager at Waguespack Oil Co. in LaPlace and the following stores they supply in LaPlace have ethanol-free gas now and for the foreseeable future. Millet's Conoco at the corner of Hemlock and U.S. 61 (Airline Highway); Easy Serve at the corner of Main Street and U.S. 61, and Trick's Conoco at the corner of Elm and U.S. 61. I tested the gas at Millet's Sonoco, and it is ethanol free.". --- Lake and coast party. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Happy Healthy Halloween Nov 1, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Published/Last Modified on Friday, October 30, 2009 10:55 AM CDT. (L Observateur, LA)
Counselors may joke, but abuse is no laughing matter Oct 31, 2009
LAPLACE When Wayne Barnes tells people he is an advocate for domestic violence, most people react with snickers and jokes ... He and the rest of the staff of the shelter gathered in LaPlace Thursday for a presentation on taking a stand against all forms of domestic violence. (L Observateur, LA)
CLOSING TIME Oct 31, 2009
St. Charles Meg Gustafson spikes the ball as Riversides Kristy Milioto challenges during the district match between the teams on Tuesday in LaPlace. The Comets took the match in four games and clinched a playoff spot in doing so. (L Observateur, LA)
Comets standout Picciola commits to Louisiana Tech Oct 31, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Comets standout Picciola commits to Louisiana Tech. (L Observateur, LA)
WHO WE ARE: KEITH BROCK Oct 31, 2009
LAPLACE For the second straight year, the man known as The Gumbo King took top honors in the St. John Andouille Festival s annual gumbo cook-off. Keith Brock, 47, of LaPlace beat out 10 other amateur chefs and took home his ninth first-place trophy in 21 years of competing in the cook-off ... They don t call LaPlace the Andouille Capital of the World for nothing. (L Observateur, LA)
Tap water experts give analysis of filter system Oct 31, 2009
LAPLACE St. John Parish Council members on Tuesday were told an excessive amount of fouling on filter membranes caused a shutdown of the water filtration system designed to remove contaminants from tap water in LaPlace ... The filter system, which services most of LaPlace, is designed to clear out contaminants from water pulled from wells near Ruddock ... Rials said Tuesday chlorine treatment is not compatible with the system used in LaPlace. (L Observateur, LA)
4 Investigates: Some say not enough being done to prosecute problem contractors Oct 30, 2009
But the name of the firm was Tri-Parish Welding of LaPlace, not Tri-Parish Welding and Construction ... Jefferson Parish has finally begun an investigation, three years after Bradley s contractor, Joe Lucia, fled the area, leaving one of his last know local addresses still vacant in Laplace. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Highlights of Tuesday's St. John Parish Council meeting Oct 29, 2009
LAPLACE St. John Parish Council members on Tuesday approved a resolution calling for a special election for renewal of a 1-mill tax that pays for the housing of juvenile offenders. The tax, which is levied for 20 years, brought in about 280,000 in 2009, said Acting Chief Administrative Officer Buddy Boe. (L Observateur, LA)
St. John ferry restart now in hands of state Oct 28, 2009
LAPLACE A legal settlement between St. John Parish and the Archdiocese of New Orleans over use of a parcel of land needed for operation of the Reserve-Edgard ferry hinges on a state decision to keep the ferry in operation. LaPlace attorney Kerry Brown, who is representing the parish, said a hearing is scheduled for Jan. 20 in Edgard to decide the next move in getting the ferry back on the water. (L Observateur, LA)
St. Peter school Fishermans Festival Pageant winners Oct 28, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. St. Peter school Fishermans Festival Pageant winners. (L Observateur, LA)
L Observateurs ONLINE POLL Oct 28, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. L Observateurs ONLINE POLL Results reveal many stayed away from this years Andouille Festival. (L Observateur, LA)
Sheriff suspends St. John deputy Oct 28, 2009
LAPLACE The St. John Parish Sheriff s Office announced the suspension of one of their own deputies last week following an internal investigation into a citizen s complaint, according to a spokesman for the department. Pedro Luna, a crime scene investigator for the Sheriff s Office, was suspended without pay after an internal investigation revealed he violated the Sheriff s Office code of conduct, said Capt. Dane Clement, public information officer for the Sheriff s Office. (L Observateur, LA)
DA Daley reverses position Oct 28, 2009
Lloyd died in April of last year after the Victors had taken him to River Parishes Hospital in LaPlace. According to reports from the Sheriff s Office, the boy was unresponsive when the family arrived and was later pronounced dead. (L Observateur, LA)
St. Charles falls inheartbreaker to Curtis Oct 28, 2009
Curtis quarterback Bryce Jenkins capped an 80-yard drive with a 1-yard touchdown run with less than a minute remaining to lift his team to a 19-18 come-from-behind win over the fourth-ranked Comets in a District 9-2A game in LaPlace. St. Charles Brandon Becker runs into the Curtis secondary on Friday night after hauling in a pass from quarterback Henri Faucheux. (L Observateur, LA)
RivalsHigh Top 100 rankings preview Oct 26, 2009
Perennial power Curtis will not drop far following a 19-18 escape of upset minded LaPlace (La. St. Charles Catholic. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
New law says left lane for passing only Oct 26, 2009
"On occasion people tend to stay in that lane and unfortunately create a traffic hazard, really for everyone, and so I think the intent of the law is good," said William Grieggs of Laplace. Officials have also said they won't focus enforcement efforts on stretches of highway running through cities. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Under the canopy of oaks theres a party going on Oct 24, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Under the canopy of oaks theres a party going on. (L Observateur, LA)
Its the least we could do for teachers Oct 24, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Its the least we could do for teachers. (L Observateur, LA)
Patriots turn back Comets Oct 24, 2009
LAPLACE While St. Charles refused to go away quietly, John Curtis continued to prove it s standing as the class of District 7-IV on Thursday ... St. Charles Jaymie Remondet skies to send the ball back over to Curtis during the match between the two teams in LaPlace on Thursday. (L Observateur, LA)
Victor lawyers seek removal of DAs Office Oct 24, 2009
Greenlee s questioning centered on Assistant District Attorney Kerry Brown, a LaPlace lawyer who said he had known Victor since the two were children participating in playground ball. Greenlee said in addition to Brown s previous legal representation of Victor, the assistant district attorney could also be called to testify as a character witness in the case. (L Observateur, LA)
ESJ rolls to victory over Destrehan Oct 24, 2009
The big three of East St. John was on full display Friday night in LaPlace. Kalen Henderson threw four touchdown passes all to favorite target D haquille Williams and Reynaldo Young rushed for two more scores as the Wildcats throttled rival Destrehan, 41-9, in a District 6-5A game. (L Observateur, LA)
Wolfe throws hat in ring Oct 24, 2009
LAPLACE A long-time member of the St. John Parish Council has announced his intentions to run for the office of parish president. Richard Dale Wolfe, Division A Councilman-at-large, said he will run for the office vacated by former Parish President Bill Hubbard, who resigned Sept. 24 before pleading guilty to bribery charges the following day. (L Observateur, LA)
This weekend's festivals, fairs and events Oct 23, 2009
Chamber of Horrors, LaPlace, Friday, October 23rd - Saturday, October 24th ... Warren Easton Charter School Golf Tournament, Laplace, Friday, October 23rd. (WWLTV.com, LA)
We salute... Oct 22, 2009
THE ROTARY CLUB OF LAPLACE, which donated 1,400 to the St. John Parish Animal Shelter to be used for animal vaccinations for strays living at the new shelter. The money was raised during the Rotary Clubs annual Pups in the Park on 51 charity dog walk, which was held earlier this year. (L Observateur, LA)
Andouille Fest matches last years attendance Oct 21, 2009
LAPLACE Early attendance figures showed last weekends Andouille Festival attracted about as many patrons as last years event, St. John Parish officials said Monday afternoon ... The National Weather Service reported evening temperatures in LaPlace dipped down into the lower 50s, which was made even cooler by a strong northerly wind that gusted as high as 20 mph. (L Observateur, LA)
Details surrounding Friday shooting hazy Oct 21, 2009
LAPLACE Authorities in St. John Parish are looking for suspects and possible victims involved in an apparent shootout in LaPlace Friday afternoon, according to a spokesman for the Sheriffs Office. Deputies responding to a call of shots fired in the 300 block of Elm Street just before 1:45 p.m. discovered a pair of bullet-riddled vehicles in a nearby ditch, said Capt. Dane Clement, public information officer for the Sheriffs Office. (L Observateur, LA)
LaPlace Elementarys 09-10 cheerleaders Oct 21, 2009
LaPlace Elementarys 09-10 cheerleaders ... LaPlace Elementary School Cheerleaders for 2009-2010 are (front row, left to right) Team Leaders Angel Robinson, Jannie Wilright, (second row, left to right) Brooke Guillory, Myca Parker, Amari Clark, Chante Schnyder, (back row, left to right) Taiyiana Robinson, MaKayla Duncan, MyJewell Sly, Zharya Johnson and Kayla Ceaser. (L Observateur, LA)
Comets raid Rebels den, come away with 48-7 district win Oct 21, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Comets raid Rebels den, come away with 48-7 district win. (L Observateur, LA)
Lets ride . . . Oct 17, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Hearts trump all at United Way Poker Run. (L Observateur, LA)
WHO WE ARE: THERESA LAMBERT Oct 17, 2009
LAPLACE The dreary, rainy clouds situated over the LaPlace area Friday morning were not enough to deter the spirits of Theresa Lambert as she scrambled to assemble her craft booth for this weekend s Andouille Festival, which kicked off last night on the grounds of the St. John Community Center ... I can remember back when it was held at LaPlace Park ... Back in the days when the festival was a fundraiser for the volunteer fire department, Lambert, a resident of LaPlace, said she recalls going... (L Observateur, LA)
Family of hit-and-run victim pleas for help Oct 17, 2009
LAPLACE The family of a 36-year-old Reserve woman killed in a hit-and-run accident Wednesday morning is asking the unidentified driver who struck her to come forward and take responsibility for the accident ... According to a release from State Police, Duhe had arrived early to a medical appointment at a LaPlace dialysis center and had decided to cross the street to a nearby store to grab a drink and a newspaper around 5:45 a.m. Witnesses said Duhe stepped into the path of truck, which was... (L Observateur, LA)
What to do? A list of this weekend's festivals, fairs and events Oct 17, 2009
St. John Parish Andouille Festival, LaPlace, Friday, October 16th - Sunday, October 18th. For more information. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Domecoming for Giants Webster Oct 17, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Domecoming for Giants Webster St. James High product has developed into shutdown corner. (L Observateur, LA)
Keeping an eye on crime from above Oct 17, 2009
LAPLACE St. John Parish residents considering engaging in criminal activity may want to get ready for their close-ups. Sheriff Wayne Jones on Thursday said his office is looking to hang a series of crime cameras from parish utility poles in crime hot spots on both sides of the river. (L Observateur, LA)
Jack DeWitt Edwards Oct 15, 2009
He is survived by a brother, Richard Edwards of Easley, S.C.; a sister, Mary Triche of LaPlace and numerous nieces and nephews. Advertisement. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
MILITARY NEWS Oct 14, 2009
Navy Seaman Apprentice Brian K. Polk Jr., son of Nikiti S. Louper of LaPlace and Brian K. Polk, Sr of Reserve, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training and was meritoriously promoted to his current rank at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill ... He is the son of Steve and Felicie Cornman of Bedford St., LaPlace. (L Observateur, LA)
St. John gears up for 38th festival Oct 14, 2009
LAPLACE While parish employees and carnival ride operators are beginning to prep the grounds of the St. John Community Center in advance of this weekend s Andouille Festival, parish officials are putting the finishing touches on the three-day event s schedule. Festival goers who make their way out to the parish s premiere celebration of all things andouille will be treated to more rides, more parking, more music and just more stuff to do than in previous years of the festival, said St. John... (L Observateur, LA)
Undercover operation nets child porn suspect Oct 14, 2009
LAPLACE A 23-year-old LaPlace man was booked with possession of pornography involving juveniles after a search of his home by a state task force Thursday ... According to St. John Sheriff s Office spokesman Dane Clement, as of Monday Addison remains in jail at the Sherman Walker Correctional Facility in LaPlace on a 50,000 bond. (L Observateur, LA)
Arrest made in Wallace stabbing Oct 14, 2009
LAPLACE A Napoleonville man was arrested Sunday evening in connection with the stabbing death of a Wallace woman earlier that morning ... Clement said Tillman was booked into the Sherman Walker Correctional Facility in LaPlace on charges of second-degree murder and auto theft. (L Observateur, LA)
Youre never too old to have a good time Oct 10, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Youre never too old to have a good time. (L Observateur, LA)
Council meeting for first time since resignation Oct 10, 2009
LAPLACE Succession of power, a vote calling for a special election and a discussion regarding several parish contracts under scrutiny are just some of the highlights of the St. John Parish Council s first meeting since the resignation of Parish President Bill Hubbard ... The council will meet Tuesday at the P. D. Hebert Building in LaPlace starting at 6 p.m.. (L Observateur, LA)
Treasurer looking for ways to cut corners Oct 10, 2009
LAPLACE State Treasurer John Kennedy has been making the rounds lately trumpeting the efforts of the Commission on Streamlining Government. He chairs the commission s Advisory Group on Efficiency and Benchmarking Recommendations. (L Observateur, LA)
Guardrail may be finished by months end Oct 10, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Guardrail may be finished by months end. (L Observateur, LA)
Friday Night Prep Football Scores Oct 8, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Published/Last Modified on Friday, October 2, 2009 11:08 PM CDT. (L Observateur, LA)
When its good to get paddled Oct 7, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. When its good to get paddled United Way of St. Charles kicks off fundraising campaign with eighth annual Battle for the Paddle. (L Observateur, LA)
State auditors reviewing three vendor contracts Oct 7, 2009
LAPLACE St. John Parish officials said Monday four parish contracts involving three companies allegedly tied to a bribery scam orchestrated by former Parish President Bill Hubbard are now under review by state legislative auditors. Acting Parish President Pat McTopy, who took office after Hubbard s abrupt resignation late last month, has asked state auditors to perform a full and impartial review of all aspects of contracts the parish has with Davezac Consulting Engineers, Parson & Sanderson and... (L Observateur, LA)
Three teens booked on robbery charges Oct 7, 2009
LAPLACE A LaPlace man and two juveniles were arrested Sunday after they allegedly robbed two men near a drainage ditch, said a spokesman for the St. John Parish Sheriff s Office ... Clement said deputies spotted the trio walking near the scene and stopped them to question them when the victims, two 43-year-old LaPlace men, walked up and identified them ... Parilla, whose address is listed at 227 Joe Parquet Circle, and the two juveniles are being held at the Sherman Walker Correctional Facility... (L Observateur, LA)
Farmers Bureau workshop brings together teachers from three school districts Oct 7, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Farmers Bureau workshop brings together teachers from three school districts. (L Observateur, LA)
Special meeting nixed Oct 7, 2009
LAPLACE Parish officials said Monday they decided to cancel a special meeting Tuesday night to officially swear in former St. John Chief Administrative Officer Pat McTopy as Acting Parish President. Acting Chief Administrative Officer Buddy Boe said parish officials decided the ceremony was unnecessary, as McTopy had already been sworn in at a private ceremony following former Parish President Bill Hubbard s resignation on Sept. 24. (L Observateur, LA)
St. John shouldnt let scandal keep parish down Oct 3, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. St. John shouldnt let scandal keep parish down. (L Observateur, LA)
WHO WE ARE: GEORGE SCRAP HYMEL Oct 3, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. WHO WE ARE: GEORGE SCRAP HYMEL King of the crops: St. James farmer reigns at festival. (L Observateur, LA)
No. 2 Raiders outlast Wildcats Sep 30, 2009
Rummel s Amahad Brown set the tone with a 59-yard touchdown to begin the second half to give Rummel the lead for good, setting up a 20-14 victory between undefeated Class 5A foes in LaPlace. Brown racked up 100 yards on 10 carries, but it was a stable of Rummel rushers that did the damage. (L Observateur, LA)
Were off to see the wizard Sep 30, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. Were off to see the wizard. (L Observateur, LA)
Incident at local restaurant leads to obsenity charge Sep 30, 2009
LAPLACE Authorities in St. John Parish on Thursday arrested an Oregon man accused of masturbating while dining at a local restaurant, said a spokesman for the Sheriff s Office ... Rojas was booked into the Sherman Walker Correctional Facility in LaPlace on obscenity charges. (L Observateur, LA)
Is it enough? Sep 30, 2009
LAPLACE Although St. John Parish officials say the opening of the parish s new animal shelter is a tremendous step in the right direction, some animal activists are wondering if the move was enough. Melanie Manning, a River Ridge resident who rescues animals from shelters and helps them find homes, expressed concerns over the size and design of the new shelter and wonders if it is enough to handle the number of animals that make their way to the shelter. (L Observateur, LA)
Contracts of vendors in scandal scrutinized Sep 30, 2009
LAPLACE St. John Parish officials said Monday the district attorney s office is reviewing parish contracts involving three companies that may have been part of a bribery scam carried out by former Parish President Bill Hubbard ... Daley s findings and final decision could come as soon as the parish s next regular council meeting scheduled for Oct. 13 in LaPlace. (L Observateur, LA)
McTopy being sworn in at special Monday meeting Sep 26, 2009
LAPLACE Immediately following St. John Parish President Bill Hubbard s announcement of his resignation from office in light of federal bribery charges, parish officials said Thursday the position now falls to Hubbard s second in command Chief Administrative Officer Pat McTopy ... Boe said the council has called a special meeting Monday evening in LaPlace to swear in McTopy. (L Observateur, LA)
Victor charges altered Sep 26, 2009
LAPLACE During court proceedings in Edgard Tuesday, a St. John Parish grand jury re-indicted Errol Victor Sr. and his wife, Tonya Victor, in connection with the 2008 death of Tonya Victor s 8-year-old son, M.L. Lloyd III. ... Lloyd died April 1, 2008, after he was taken to River Parishes Hospital in LaPlace by Errol Victor, 44, Tonya Victor, 35, and Lloyd s stepbrother Errol Victor Jr., 25 ... Tonya Victor remains in jail at the Sherman Walker Correctional Facility in LaPlace. (L Observateur, LA)
Weather at Wee Care Sep 26, 2009
LAPLACE Pre-schoolers at Wee Care Pre-School in LaPlace spent Wednesday morning learning about the unpredictable world of weather with local meteorologist Chris Franklin of WVUE-TV in New Orleans. Franklin engaged the 3- and 4-year-olds with a discussion on the why and how of certain weather changes. (L Observateur, LA)
Comets roll past DHS, ESJ Sep 26, 2009
After falling twice in matches to Destrehan this season, the Comets came up big on Tuesday to sweep the Wildcats, 26-24, 25-21, 25-20 in a non-district game in LaPlace. (Use arrows above to view more photos). (L Observateur, LA)
