St. Charles Parish

10/15/2026

On the November 3, 2026, election ballot, St. Charles Parish voters will consider a proposition regarding the renewal of the existing Parks and Recreation millage.

The proposition would renew the current 2.68-mill property tax. For comparison, a home valued at $253,000 with a $75,000 homestead exemption would have an estimated annual property tax of $47.40 under this millage. The actual amount of property tax paid by an individual property owner depends on the property's assessed value and applicable exemptions.

Early voting will take place October 20–24 and October 26–27, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., at designated locations in Hahnville and New Sarpy. Residents can review their sample ballot and find additional election information at GeauxVote.com or through the Geaux Vote mobile app.

10/14/2026

Fifty years have passed since the George Prince Ferry disaster, but the memory of the 77 lives lost and the impact on our community remain with us today.

On Tuesday, October 20, we invite our residents, especially the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives, to come together as we remember this tragic day in St. Charles Parish history. The memorial ceremony will take place at 5 p.m. at Eastbank Bridge Park, located at 13244 River Road in Destrehan.

We hope you will join us as we remember our neighbors, friends and loved ones and show their families that, even 50 years later, our community has not forgotten.

10/14/2026

On the November 3, 2026, election ballot, St. Charles Parish voters will consider a proposition regarding the Council on Aging millage. The proposition would consolidate two existing millages totaling 1.8 mills into a single 1.25-mill tax.

For comparison, a home valued at $253,000 with a $75,000 homestead exemption would have an estimated annual property tax of $22.25 under the proposed 1.25-mill rate. The actual amount of property tax paid by an individual property owner depends on the property's assessed value and applicable exemptions.

Early voting will take place October 20–24 and October 26–27, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Residents can view their sample ballot and find additional election information at www.GeauxVote.com, www.sos.la.gov or through the Geaux Vote mobile app.

10/14/2026

In recognition of Fire Safety Month, the St. Rose Volunteer Fire Department stopped by our St. Rose Community Center to teach children about the importance of fire safety!

The kids had the opportunity to learn valuable safety tips, ask questions and gain a better understanding of how firefighters help keep our community safe. A special thank you to the St. Rose Volunteer Fire Department for taking the time to educate our youngest residents and making fire safety both fun and informative!

10/13/2026

Don’t forget about our next Millage Information Meeting happening tomorrow, October 14 at the East Regional Library for 6:00 p.m.

Ahead of the November 3 election, St. Charles Parish will host two informational meetings for residents to learn more about the St. Charles Council on Aging and Parks and Recreation millage renewal propositions appearing on the ballot.

West Bank Meeting
Wednesday, October 7 at 6 p.m.
Edward A. Dufresne Community Center- 274 Judge Edward Dufresne Pkwy., Luling

East Bank Meeting
Wednesday, October 14 at 6 p.m.
St. Charles Parish East Regional Library- 160 Campus Dr., Destrehan

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. Early voting will take place October 20–27, excluding Sunday, October 25, from 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. To view a sample ballot, residents can visit https://voterportal.sos.la.gov/sampleballot

10/13/2026

The road to race day starts right here in St. Charles Parish. 🏁

We're excited to bring the Shell-Pennzoil NASCAR experience to the St. Charles Parish Courthouse THIS Friday from 8:00-10:30 a.m. Stop by to see the Pennzoil No. 22 show car, put your skills to the test in a racing simulator, and pick up a fuel savings coupon while you're there.

At Shell, our community drives us forward, and we're looking forward to sharing a little NASCAR excitement with our neighbors.

10/12/2026

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10/12/2026

Motorists should expect the following closures on I-310 for routine bridge inspections on Tuesday, October 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.:

Southbound I-310 Exit 7 (LA 18 to Hahnville/Luling): Full ramp closure.
Northbound and Southbound I-310 (Luling Bridge): Rolling right lane closures at the foot of the bridge on the West Bank side.

Motorists are encouraged to use caution when traveling through these areas, anticipate possible delays and plan alternate routes as needed.