Latest Business Headlines
City Council to consider 2026-27 budget for a second time tonight
The City Council is set to consider Mayor Tim Riley's 2026-27 Fiscal Year General Fund Budget tonight, the second time after a 3-2 vote rejected the document without explanation on April 27. It was a replay of … [Read More...]
Construction Training continues this summer at RPCC
RPCC will offer additional Introduction to Construction Careers training opportunities this summer. Upcoming classes: Donaldsonville (day): June 1-5 Gonzales (evening): June 8–11 & June … [Read More...]
Robinson/Glover board appointments over opposition of Councilwomen Lambert and James
Elective office in the legislative branch comes with perks, unlimited time during meetings to expound upon any pet peeve or project one likes, restrained only by Robert's Rule of Order (not those of courtesy, … [Read More...]
Latest Education Headlines
GPD’s Junior Police Program OPEN NOW
Looking for something fun, structured, and meaningful for your child this summer? The Gonzales Police Department’s Junior Police Program is back! This hands-on program gives kids ages 7–13 a chance to … [Read More...]
St. Amant and EA FFA Chapters earn national recognition
Congratulations to the East Ascension and St. Amant FFA Chapters for earning national recognition through the National FFA Chapter Award Program. Both chapters received a prestigious 3-star national ranking, … [Read More...]
Gonzales PD assists with Child Safety Seat Installation
CHILD SAFETY SEAT INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE Did you know the Gonzales Police Department offers FREE child safety seat installation assistance by appointment? Certified child passenger safety technicians are … [Read More...]
Latest Announcements Headlines
Gonzales hosts Public Workshop for Comprehensive Plan (May 28)
Help Shape the Future of Gonzales! The City of Gonzales invites residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to attend the Gonzales Comprehensive Plan Public Workshop. Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00 … [Read More...]
Donaldsonville City Council meeting agenda (Tuesday)
DONALDSONVILLE COUNCIL AGENDA TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026 MEETING TO BE HELD IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Donaldsonville Council of the City of Donaldsonville will hold a City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, … [Read More...]
Gonzales City Council meeting agenda (Tuesday)
A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M. Public Hearing to Consider: Adoption of Ordinance No. 4304: An Ordinance Adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 General Fund … [Read More...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines
How does SB 121 Congressional map affect Ascension?
In the wake of Louisiana v. Callais, in which the Supreme Court overturned the state Congressional map, speculation centered on whether the Republic legislative supermajorities would undo both majority-minority … [Read More...]
AP Baseball/Girl Scouts help with flag ceremony at National Cemetery
Ascension Parish Girl Scout Seniors from Troops 10286 and 10205, along with several players from the Ascension Parish Baseball League, spent the morning placing flags on graves at the Port Hudson National … [Read More...]
APSO Arrest Report for the Week of May 14-21
Below is Ascension Sheriff's arrest report for the week of May 14-21: May 14 arrests: Dandridge Brooks, Jr., 26, 2500 Busy Corners Rd, Gloster MS was charged w/ DWI-1st Offense; Ashley Davenport, 43, … [Read More...]
Letters to the Editor
Pelican Poll: Do you approve of political gerrymandering?
Excerpted from Punchbowl News May 4, 2026 newsletter: There’s a redistricting frenzy breaking out across the South as GOP governors and legislators — under pressure from Trump — scramble to redraw … [Read More...]
DOTD: Safe Driving Tips for Inclement Weather
Stormy weather in Louisiana calls for extreme caution. DOTD Recommends: Slowing down Increasing following distances Avoiding flooded roadways Turning on your headlights … [Read More...]
Judge orders release of (Hyundai) Non-Disclosure Agreements
Nine months of stonewalling by Ascension Parish begs the question, "what do parish officials have to hide?" A state court judge has ruled that Ascension Parish improperly withheld non-disclosure agreements … [Read More...]
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