Ho Ho Ho! Old Hardhide

Ho Ho Ho! Old Hardhide Claus is here to bring good cheer to all the girls and boys in Tangi. I might even bring a few presents to the good ones. Now let me explain Old Hardhide’s gift policy.

Local Author Presents Book Signing in Hammond

Local author, Pamela Bankston, set up shop at PJ’s Coffee on Railroad Avenue to sign books and meet adoring fans on Saturday, December 16, from noon to 3:00pm.

Martha Vinyard Welcomes New Principal

Martha Vinyard Elementary School welcomed its new principal, Dr. Brandy Huguet, to campus last week with open arms and excitement. Dr. Huget joins Martha Vinyard after almost thirteen years at Hammond Westside Montessori School.

The New Octavians’ Christmas Carol

What comes to mind when you think of a heartwarming Christmas story? Families making special holiday memories? Maybe someone down on their luck getting a Christmas miracle? How about ghosts?

P-Town Jeepers adopt 13 students

P-Town Jeepers adopted 13 students for Christmas this year and delivered their gifts to DC Reeves Elementary School on Monday, December 18. Left to right: Tracey Griggs, Melissa Jacob Bourgeois, Malinda Windham, Principal Ms.

Paint Party with Free Range Hippie

Kids and teens had the opportunity to express their winter-themed creativity this week at the Ponchatoula Branch Library, where guest host, Free Range Hippie, brought some canvas templates and Christmas spirit to share with the guests.

The Iron Lake Club

Hello, Gershom. We’re still waiting for your dues, and we could have used the money this week. We had to buy stamps, and all they had at the post office in Caspian were some “forever stamps.

A Real Estate Christmas Poem

The Buyer’s Christmas PoemIn the season of cheer, a buyer’s on the hunt, For a home sweet home, no matter the stunt.They browse through listings, eyes wide with glee, Hoping the perfect house is under their tree.

Christmas Pets Are Rarely a Good Idea

In the past seven days, I’ve received over a dozen calls, texts, and private messages from people asking if I had any birds available for adoption. Even though I do, I let them know I do not adopt birds out in December until after the 25th.

PET DEDICATIONS

Missed and loved the most by Monica Orick My sweet Frankie rescued me in 2021 at a critical point in my life. She brought me a surrogate love that has enriched my life since the day she became a part of it. Sadly, she passed away on Saturday afternoon after ten years of a beautiful life.