Cindi Meyer State Farm Agent

06/02/2026

𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭. 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞

Rouses Markets announced today it will open its 77th store and its first in St. Bernard Parish. The new location, at 8700 W Judge Perez Drive, is expected to open in the second quarter of 2027.

Filling the spaces once occupied by Big Lots and Sav-A-Lot, the 47,694-square-foot store will transform a dormant commercial corridor into a full-service neighborhood grocery destination. Rouses will also resurface the entire parking lot as part of the project.

St. Bernard Parish President Louis Pomes spent over a year working alongside the Rouses family to find the right location in St. Bernard Parish, and the search led them to Chalmette.

"There's real momentum in St. Bernard Parish right now, and Chalmette is at the center of so much exciting development. We didn't want to miss that. We are thrilled to bring Rouses to this community," said Donny Rouse, CEO of Rouses Markets.

"We believe a grocery store should be a real part of the neighborhood, not just a place to shop. We hire locally, support local organizations, and show up when the community needs us. That's been true since my grandfather opened our first store in Houma, and it'll be true in Chalmette."

"Rouses will bring jobs, strengthen our tax base, and bring new energy to a mall that is ready for its next chapter,” said Pomes. “I want to thank everyone involved in making this moment a reality. Welcome to St. Bernard, Rouses, we're glad you're here."

Chalmette customers can expect the same experience that has earned Rouses best grocery store honors in every market it serves: a full-service Butcher Shop, Seafood Market and Bakery; hot breakfast, lunch and dinner; local and regional products; and the specialty departments Rouses customers know and love.

The Chalmette store continues a year of significant growth for Rouses, which added 10 new locations earlier this year. Hiring details for the new store will be announced closer to opening.

For updates on the Chalmette store and other Rouses news, visit rouses.com.

05/26/2026

𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘 𝐚𝐭 𝐕𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐱 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤!

Beginning Tuesday, May 26th through July 23rd the gym will be open every Tuesday & Thursday from 1:30pm – 4:00pm for Pickleball, Basketball, and Volleyball. Details below ⬇️

05/26/2026

𝗛𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗻'𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺 🗺️🌊
𝗕𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆: When you hear forecasts predicting a quieter hurricane season, it's easy to want to breathe a sigh of relief. But we urge you not to let your guard down.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: A recent analysis reported by Insurance Journal highlights a shifting landscape: some of the costliest and most devastating storm damage in recent years has happened hundreds of miles inland, long after a hurricane's wind speeds have dropped. From catastrophic rainfall to sudden severe convective storms and inland flooding, "weaker" categories can still mean severe destruction for communities that think they are safe.

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆: Whether you live on the coast or north of I-10/12, now is the time to prepare:
✅ Review your homeowners policy.
✅ Remember: standard policies do not cover rising water—look into flood insurance!
✅ Secure your property and trim vulnerable trees.

𝗚𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿: https://buff.ly/2zypEeN

05/26/2026

Help Support Anomaly Student Ministries! Mention Anomaly and all proceeds will help students get to youth camp.

❤ Mark your calendars and let’s show up BIG next week for Anomaly Student Ministries Group! 🙌

Grab your favorite sliders, tenders, fries, and shakes — because giving back tastes even better. 🍔🔥

Come hungry, and support a great cause. 💥

05/20/2026

🚀 Thinking about launching or growing your business?

Startup St. Bernard is your chance to turn your idea into a real opportunity and put it in front of leaders, mentors, and supporters who want to see local businesses succeed.

Here is how it works:

1️⃣ Submit Your Business Plan Online
Apply online and submit your business plan by Friday, July 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM

2️⃣ Committee Reviews Business Plans
A selection committee reviews all submissions and selects 6 semi-finalists for panel interviews. Notifications go out Monday, August 3, 2026

3️⃣ Semi-Finalist Complete Interviews
Selected entrepreneurs participate in in-person interviews on Thursday, August 20, 2026. From there, 3 finalists are chosen

4️⃣ Finalists Pitch for a Chance to Win
Finalists pitch TED Talk style on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Nunez Community College, competing for a grand prize package of cash and in-kind services. Two runner-ups will each receive $5,000

This is more than a competition. It is a launchpad for entrepreneurs ready to build and grow in St. Bernard Parish.

💡 If you have an idea, this is your sign to take the next step. Visit https://www.startupstbernard.com/ to learn more.

05/13/2026

🍽️ The wait is over… Savor St. Bernard is BACK!

Mark your calendars for July 17th–26th, 2026 as we once again celebrate the incredible flavors, restaurants, and local culinary experiences that make St. Bernard Parish so special.

Get ready for 10 days of deals, bites, and local delights as we highlight the best of St. Bernard — where every bite tells a St. Bernard story.

📣 Restaurant sign-up is NOW OPEN and FREE for Chamber Members!

Are you a restaurant interested in participating? Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your business and drive new customers through your doors.

https://forms.gle/MLPbUZVzjHyLcnRh9

For more information or to sign up as a member, contact the St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce:

Erin Bigner, Executive Director
[email protected]
504-277-4001

05/13/2026

Congratulations Chalmette High School class of 2026!

Celebrating the Class of 2025

05/13/2026