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Free headshots and college, career resources offered at St. John the Baptist Parish Library
St. John the Baptist Parish Library is commemorating Small Business Month with free headshots and resume assistance, expanding upon an array of college and career preparation resources available at no cost to the community. Open to teens and adults, Business Saturday will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. May 4 at the LaPlace Branch, […] The post Free headshots and college, career resources offered at St. John the Baptist Parish Library appeared first on L'Observateur.
Summer Food Service Program will begin June 3 in St. Charles Parish
School-aged children and adults with special needs who attend a state-accredited school can enjoy free lunch and activities through this year’s Summer Food Service Program from June 3 through July 11. Coordinated by the Department of Community Services and the St. Charles Parish School Board, the program will take place at Luling Elementary School (904 […] The post Summer Food Service Program will begin June 3 in St. Charles Parish appeared first on L'Observateur.
Evonik donates $80,000 to St. John United Way
Evonik, one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies, has donated $80,000 to St. John United Way in support of educational programs in St. John the Baptist Parish. The donation to the nonprofit organization served more than 1,000 children and youth in the region in 2023 and underscores Evonik’s ongoing commitment to education and diversity […] The post Evonik donates $80,000 to St. John United Way appeared first on L'Observateur.
Tuition hike for high-cost majors plan moves through committee
By Piper Naudin | LSU Manship School News Service The House Education Committee unanimously moved forward with a bill that would allow higher education management boards to raise tuition for high-cost majors and establish mandatory fees for all programs. The bill, by Rep. Jason Hughes, D-New Orleans, would limit any increases to no more than […] The post Tuition hike for high-cost majors plan moves through committee appeared first on L'Observateur.
Victorious Life FWC presents stage play: “Faith Don’t Fail Me Now”
On Sunday, April 28, at 5 p.m., the stage at 8896 Richmond Dr. will transform into a captivating arena of drama and faith as Victorious Life Family Worship Center presents a stage play titled “Faith Don’t Fail Me Now.” Under the leadership of Apostle Renita Graber, Victorious Life FWC continues its mission to conquer the […] The post Victorious Life FWC presents stage play: “Faith Don’t Fail Me Now” appeared first on L'Observateur.
PHOTO GALLERY: LaPlace Lions Club crawfish boil
The Laplace Lions Club recently held its annual crawfish boil at Riverlands Country Club, the scene of the next Lions Camp fund raising golf tournament. The annual tournament, usually held with a St. Patrick’s Day theme, was postpone by rain this year. The post PHOTO GALLERY: LaPlace Lions Club crawfish boil appeared first on L'Observateur.
La Guard sends second rotation to Texas border mission
By Spc. Duncan Foote | Louisiana National Guard Public Affairs Office Continuing the request from the State of Texas and with the approval of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, the Louisiana National Guard’s 3rd Battalion, 156th Infantry Regiment, 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, mobilized 50 Soldiers to the Texas border in support of Operation Lone Star […] The post La Guard sends second rotation to Texas border mission appeared first on L'Observateur.
AGENDA ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, APRIL 23rd, 2024 6:00 PM
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, APRIL 23rd, 2024 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS LAPLACE, LOUISIANA MICHAEL WRIGHT – CHAIRMAN LENNIX MADERE, JR. – VICE-CHAIR I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. OPENING PRAYER IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. PUBLIC COMMENT – AGENDA ITEMS ONLY (3 minutes per citizen) Jaclyn Hotard – […] The post AGENDA ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, APRIL 23rd, 2024 6:00 PM appeared first on L'Observateur.
River Parish Contractors to host blood drive set for Monday
The River Parish Contractors will hold a blood drive on9 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, April 8. Everyone is encouraged to come out and donate, and help us reach our total goal of 15 collectable units of blood. Donors will have the choice to receive a “Life Savin’ Blood Donor” t-shirt, Family Blood Coverage, Blood Replacement, or […] The post River Parish Contractors to host blood drive set for Monday appeared first on L'Observateur.
AGENDA ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, APRIL 9TH, 2024 6:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. OPENING PRAYER IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. PUBLIC COMMENT – AGENDA ITEMS ONLY (3 minutes per citizen) Jaclyn Hotard – Proclamation – April as Child Abuse Prevention Month Jaclyn Hotard – Proclamation – April 14-20, 2024 as National Public Safety Telecommunications Week VI. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A) […] The post AGENDA ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, APRIL 9TH, 2024 6:00 PM appeared first on L'Observateur.
Councilman Louque to host District 3 community meeting
On April 9 at 6 p.m., Councilman Ryan Louque, Parish President Pete Dufresne, and St. James Parish staff members will be hosting a community meeting at 6 p.m. at Grace Church of Paulina. “This community meeting is a great way for District 3 to hear details on current events within St. James Parish. A lot […] The post Councilman Louque to host District 3 community meeting appeared first on L'Observateur.
Distracted driving causes thousands of Louisiana crashes each year
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission reminds everyone to “Buckle Up, Phone Down.” Using a cell phone while driving can have deadly consequences, LHSC Executive Director Lisa Freeman said. Activities such as eating and drinking, using a GPS, and talking to passengers may also be a distraction. “Driving a vehicle […] The post Distracted driving causes thousands of Louisiana crashes each year appeared first on L'Observateur.
McGaff named St. James Parish Hospital employee of quarter
St. James Parish Hospital has announced that the 2023 Employee of the 4th Quarter is Karen Keim McGaff, RT, RVT, RCS, RDMS, a vascular ultrasound technologist. McGaff was nominated by fellow staff and chosen by the Executive Leadership Team for her dedication to the hospital. She graduated from Cabrini High School in 1978. She then […] The post McGaff named St. James Parish Hospital employee of quarter appeared first on L'Observateur.
Coastal restoration could get more funding from possible ballot measure
By Steve Wilson | The Center Square A ballot measure could decide whether federal royalties on alternative energy production such as offshore wind would be sent to Louisiana’s coastal restoration fund. House Bill 300, sponsored by Rep. Joseph Orgeron, R-Cut Off, would place a constitutional amendment on the ballot to redirect federal revenues from “generated from […] The post Coastal restoration could get more funding from possible ballot measure appeared first on L'Observateur.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, MARCH 26TH, 2024 6:00 PM
AGENDA MICHAEL WRIGHT – CHAIRMAN LENNIX MADERE, JR. – VICE-CHAIR I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. OPENING PRAYER IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. PUBLIC COMMENT – AGENDA ITEMS ONLY (3 minutes per citizen) Jaclyn Hotard – Proclamation – April as Fair Housing Month VI. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A) Approval of Minutes – March […] The post ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, MARCH 26TH, 2024 6:00 PM appeared first on L'Observateur.
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