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On the Road to a New Adventure!

On the Road to a New Adventure!

On the Road to a New Adventure!

Are you a teenager, or know of one who wants to gain life experiences and enjoys outdoor adventures? Then you should join a scouting organization.Did you know there are two scouting organizations around the Belle Chasse area?
in the garden

in the garden

in the garden

Blackberries: A Tasty Addition to the LandscapeBlackberries are a great fruit to add to your home garden, even in the southern, warmer part of the state.You do not need a ton of plants to produce a whole lot of ripe, delicious berries.
THE FORGOTTEN KITCHEN

THE FORGOTTEN KITCHEN

THE FORGOTTEN KITCHEN

When General Electric (GE) began to sell electric refrigerators, they provided each new refrigerator owner with a booklet. In 1931, they were providing one called_e Silent Hostess Treasure book. Electricity made such in difference in the lives of everyone.
Michelle Lindner

Michelle Lindner

School Board Appoints New Officers for 2025

On Monday, January 13, the Plaquemines Parish School Board (PPSB) hosted their first regularly scheduled board meeting of 2025. With the new year having arrived, board members appointed a new slate of PPSB officers for the new calendar year.
The Plaquemines Association

The Plaquemines Association

The Plaquemines Association

The Plaquemines Association of Business and Industry (PABI) held its annual installation of officers last week with nearly 200 members and guests in attendance.
Robbie Robinson, Chevron Oronite corporate affairs representative, gets a first hand look at the Lane Shark funded by Chevron Oronite.

Robbie Robinson, Chevron Oronite corporate affairs representative, gets a first hand look at the Lane Shark funded by Chevron Oronite.

The Lane Shark Takes a Bite Out of Trail Maintenance

“Thanks to support from Chevron Oronite’s Oak Point Plant, our trail maintenance activities got a big boost,” said Katie Brasted, executive director for Woodlands Conservancy.
Nikolas Reznik holding his winnings for the 5th Annual Hike-a-Thon.

Nikolas Reznik holding his winnings for the 5th Annual Hike-a-Thon.

Nikolas Reznik Wins 5th Annual Hike-a-Thon

Dozens of community members and outdoor enthusiasts from ages six to eighty-seven took to the trails for Woodlands Conservancy’s 2024 Hike-a-Thon.