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Water System Grade an “A”, mayor eyes major infrastructure upgrade
les Gonzales has earned an A grade on the 2025 Water Grade Report from the Louisiana Department of Health Louisiana Department of Health—receiving a score of 90 (out of 100). The grade was achieved after a … [Read More...]
PUA earns “A” on Water Grade Report
Parish Utilities of Ascension has earned an A grade on the 2025 Water Grade Report from the Louisiana Department of Health Louisiana Department of Health—receiving a perfect 100/100 score and Ascension … [Read More...]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it’s something many people struggle with quietly. This month serves as a reminder that taking care of your mental well-being matters, and that no one … [Read More...]
Latest Education Headlines
LSP Hurricane Season Preparation
In recognition of Hurricane Preparedness Week, and with the 2026 hurricane season rapidly approaching, Louisiana State Police urge everyone to prepare and plan before a potentially dangerous storm … [Read More...]
Ascension announces Commodities Distribution dates for May
Commodities Distribution is right around the corner! Tuesday, May 12 at 7:30 AM at the Frank Sotile Pavilion in Donaldsonville Wednesday, May 13 at 7:30 AM at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center … [Read More...]
2026 LFACC Bass Tournament Benefitting St. Jude Hospital (May 9)
There will be a high school division competing for a secondary pot of $1,000. You are also eligible for the guaranteed pot and Big Bass as well. Check in and Calcutta will be held at Canal Bank … [Read More...]
Latest Announcements Headlines
5 Constitutional Amendments on May 16 ballot, early voting starts today
CA No. 1 (ACT No. 223, 2025-RS - SB 8) -- To authorize the addition or removal of positions in the unclassified state civil service by law "Do you support an amendment to allow the legislature to … [Read More...]
Old Glory damaged? Gonzales provides Retirement Box at City Hall
As Memorial Day approaches, we’d like to remind residents that a Flag Retirement Box is available at City Hall. Worn or damaged U.S. flags can be respectfully retired by placing them in the box during … [Read More...]
May 7 Parish Council meeting CANCELED
NOTICE THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF May 7, 2026 ASCENSION PARISH COURTHOUSE 300 HOUMAS ST. DONALDSONVILLE 6:00PM HAS BEEN CANCELLED The next scheduled Council Meeting is on May 21, 2026 ASCENSION … [Read More...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines
Guilty Pleas for the Week of April 27-May 1
During the week of April 27 – May 1, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court - Ascension Parish: Vonzell Batiste, 306 Claiborne … [Read More...]
AG on High Court’s restoration of access to the abortion pill mifepristone
"Big abortion pharma claims they need an emergency stay because they will lose massive amounts of money if they can’t kill more babies quickly and efficiently by mail without medical oversight. The … [Read More...]
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program for LA seniors
The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is helping eligible seniors in Louisiana enjoy fresh, locally grown produce and honey from approved farmers’ markets and roadside stands. If you or a loved one is … [Read More...]
Letters to the Editor
More from the AG on Supreme Court’s striking down of Congressional map
The United States Supreme Court allowed its decision in Callais v. Louisiana—which struck down Louisiana’s unconstitutional congressional map—to take effect immediately, just a week after the historic victory … [Read More...]
Letter criticizes price controls
Dear Editor: After reading the recent Breitbart article about the Most Favored Nation Policy, I’m reminded of one constant: Government control in markets never works. When European countries enacted similar … [Read More...]
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...]
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