Latest Business Headlines
City Council adopts final pieces of Mayor Riley’s budget
A unanimous City Council adopted Mayor Tim Riley's 2026-27 General Fund Budget on Monday with 22 pages worth of amendments. All five council members voted to adopt the PACE Center Budget and requisite … [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
RPCC celebrates Class of 2026 at 26th Commencement Ceremony
River Parishes Community College (RPCC) proudly celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2026 during the college’s 26th Commencement Ceremony, honoring graduates from the Gonzales, Reserve, Westside, and … [Read More...]
The ARC to host Community Forum (June 3)
Community Forum to Highlight Support Services for Individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Delays The Arc of East Ascension is inviting families, caregivers, educators, and community members to attend … [Read More...]
The Arc of East Ascension presents “Dancing for a Cause 2026”
The Arc of East Ascension is proud to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual fundraiser, Dancing for a Cause 2026, set to take place on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the REV Building at … [Read More...]
Latest Announcements Headlines
Gonzales hosts Public Workshop for Comprehensive Plan (today)
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...]
Two arrested after deceased woman’s remains found in St. Amant
Detectives with the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Unit have arrested Brigitte Becker, 61, of Gonzales, and Lawrence Coco III, 63, of Darrow, in connection with the death of 47-year-old … [Read More...]
Ruth Phillips named Ascension’s Interim Chief Administrative Officer
I regret to announce that our Interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Patrick Goldsmith is departing Parish government at the end of this week for an opportunity outside of the Parish. Patrick has been an … [Read More...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines
Guilty Pleas for the Week of May 18-22
During the week of May 18 – May 22, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court - Ascension Parish: Darius Spears, 36325 Spears Lane … [Read More...]
Prairieville man gets 30 years, castration as part of juvenile sex plea
Last week, Douglas Decuir of 17880 Airline Hwy Prairieville, LA, age 44, pled guilty to Second Degree Rape (2 counts), Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile (2 counts), and Pornography Involving Juveniles with … [Read More...]
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...]
Letters to the Editor
Rest in Peace, Wally Taillon
Wally Paul Taillon, born on November 27, 1945, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, at the age of 80. A proud member of his community, Wally served as President of The Jambalaya Festival Association for … [Read More...]
APSO: Tips to avert vehicle burglary
REMINDER: If you like it, lock it! Sheriff Bobby Webre and detectives with the APSO Property Crime's Unit want to remind all of our residents to lock your car. It is not uncommon to see an uptick in vehicle … [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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