District 1 Louisiana Retired Teachers to Hold Spring Meeting March 18

District 1 of the Louisiana Retired Teachers Association will hold its spring District meeting on March 18, 2026 at Goodwill Industries located at 3400 Tulane Ave. New Orleans, LA 70119.District 1 of LRTA includes Orleans, Plaquemines, and St. Bernard parishes.

Two PMC Staff Members Receive Aggie Williams Community Service Award

Two staff members from the Plaquemines Medical Center were recently recognized for their work in the community.

Plaquemines Parish Suits Filed

February 10, 2026Suit #70345: Lindsey St. Cyr, Imanii St. Cyr vs. Brandon Badeaux, Blake Badeaux, Poolscapes Nola LLC - Breach of Contract.Suit #70346: Teena S. Martinez vs. Ryan S. Martinez - Divorce.February 12, 2026Suit #70347: Jessica Pitre Holloway, Jessica Pitre vs.

Plaquemines Parish Arrest Reports

February 5, 2026Dillion G. St. Ann, 34, Port Sulphur: probation violation.Alan Lee Fisher, 64, Unknown: fugitive warrant.

FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

Chances are, if you live in Louisiana, your health isn't too good. A state-by-state report card just released by the United Health Foundation, established by UnitedHealthcare, ranked Louisiana as the least healthy state in the nation.

PEACE & JUSTICE

A recent trip to the east coast to visit a grandson gave me a chance to partake and enjoy Maine seafood, particularly the bountiful supply of lobster. Now, coming from the Bayou State with the best seafood in the nation, my standards are high.

Give Up a Lonely Home Without a Pet

After the fun and excitement of Mardi Gras, many households enter the quieter, reflective days leading up to Easter. For families and individuals who observe Lent, this season is often about giving something up.

THE FORGOTTEN KITCHEN

As we look forward to the celebration of 250 years of the United States of America, I thought it would be interesting to shine a light on south Louisiana and its food. The history made in those 250 years is remarkable. It is the story of becoming a coherent and ever-changing country.