POINT OF VIEW

Socialism defined: “ Socialism is an economic and political philosophy advocating for collective or governmental ownership and administration of the means of production and distribution of goods.

PEACE & JUSTICE

Remember the 1970 song by Chicago: “Does anybody really know what time it is, does anybody really care?” Louisiana held an election last week, and only 17% of registered voters showed up.

FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

Louisiana reached a political milestone in June: Republicans officially surpassed Democrats in voter registration for the first time in modern history, according to data from the Secretary of State.

Rankings Don't Create Prosperity—Educated People Do

One thing Plaquemines Parish has not had to apologize for in recent years is its public schools.Plaquemines Parish Schools have consistently ranked among the very best school systems in Louisiana, currently standing third in the state.

THE FORGOTTEN KITCHEN

I am returning today to a booklet that I wrote about several years ago, Mrs. Simms’ Fun Cooking Guide: Recipes from New Orleans, Creole, French and Cajun Country. I am holding the 14th edition of this cookbook. If anything can attest to its popularity, 14 editions certainly will.

Plaquemines Parish Suits Filed

July 1, 2026Suit #70707: CitiBank NA vs. Ana Castro - Executory Process.Suit #70708: Discover Bank vs. Thomas K. Rogers Executory Process.Suit #70709: Thuy Thu Nguyen, Kayla Lee, Thuong Van Le, vs. Kenneth William Mundy Jr., Progressive County Mutual Insurance Company - Damages.

Plaquemines Parish Arrest Reports

July 1, 2026Trenell John Black Jr., 20, Harvey: possession of stolen firearm.Maleek Maye, 25, Kenner: armed robbery, fugitive warrant.Taylor Jared Hollowell, 41, New Orleans: 2 bench warrants, proper equipment required – display of license plate, liability insurance required.

Plaquemines Parish Real Estate Transfers

June 29, 2026200 Cypress Bend, Belle Chasse. James Vaughn, Ashley Bridges Vaughn, Ashley Bridges to Joshua Baker. $385,000.118 East Kass Drive, Port Sulphur. Hermitage Holdings LLC to Barbara A. Brower. $125,000.June 30, 2026Lot 43 of Waterworks Subdivision.

in the garden

Mole Crickets Making an Appearance in LawnsIf your lawn is looking a little torn up, you may have a mole cricket problem.

25 Years of Mexico Mission Trips

For over 25 years, members of the Plaquemines community have been giving their time and effort through various mission trips all to different communities throughout Mexico. These trips focus on the underprivileged and offer medical, dental, and construction help.