There’s an old saying that one person’s trash is another’s treasure. It’s a similar story for elderberries — nuisance for some, valuable crop to others.It’s true: Elderberries do behave like weeds in many ways.These large shrubs pop up along fences, in ditches, on vacant lots. They grow quickly, spr...

Staying close to grandchildren in today’s screen-driven world can feel like a challenge, especially for families separated by distance. But connection doesn’t have to fade between visits. By making small adjustments in how technology is used, grandparents can become part of their grandkids’ everyday...

One of the greatest public health issues facing the youngest generations in America is the pandemic of the online exploitation and abuse of children.We’ve all heard stories about how this happens. They are tragic and yet preventable. A Rhode Island man, for example, was recently indicted by a federa...

New book shares stories from eight decades of service “I really just want people to laugh out loud.” Strange words from a retired funeral home operato...

With Voter Registration Week underway, LaSalle Parish voters are reminded there will be three property tax millage renewals on the ballot for the fall...

The Town of Olla recently received one of the highest honors at this year’s Louisiana Rural Water Association’s (LRWA) Annual Awards Ceremony when the...