Latest Business Headlines
Secretary of State on suspension of Congressional primaries
Statement from Secretary of State Nancy Landry: LOUISIANA U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RACES SUSPENDED Early Voting Begins Saturday For All Other Races Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry today said … [Read More...]
Save the Date: Household Hazardous Material Collection Day
Ascension Parish residents are invited to safely dispose of household items that typically cannot be thrown away with regular trash during our Household Hazardous Material Collection Day. Saturday, May … [Read More...]
LPB series to spotlight Louisiana’s struggling shrimping industry
The distinct flavors of Louisiana’s Gulf shrimp make them a favorite on family tables, but the industry behind them is facing mounting challenges, with many boats now sitting idle along the coast. Louisiana … [Read More...]
Latest Education Headlines
AP Schools building for the future
Ascension Public Schools is in the middle of one of its important phases of construction and renovation, with nine major projects designed to create safer, more modern, and more equitable learning environments … [Read More...]
Five seats open as School Board term limits kick in
Ascension Parish voters select 11 school board members parish-wide every four years to represent and manage the public school system. This election cycle will be the first time in the history … [Read More...]
AP Schools announces leadership appointments at Prairieville HS
Ascension Public Schools is proud to announce the appointments of Daniel Lambert, Associate Principal, and Gregory “Chase” Dupuis, Assistant Principal at Prairieville High School. “Prairieville High School … [Read More...]
Latest Announcements Headlines
Early Voting begins Saturday for May 16 Closed Party Primaries
INFORMATION REGARDING CLOSED PARTY PRIMARY ELECTIONS AND EARLY VOTING WHICH BEGINS Saturday, May 2, 2026, and RUNS THROUGH Saturday, May 9, 2026 Voters of Ascension Parish - It is time to GEAUX … [Read More...]
Parish announces Hwy 931 road closure (Friday and Saturday)
Motorists are advised of a road closure on LA 931 between Stonegate Manor Dr. and Joe Sevario Rd. beginning: Friday, May 1: Alternating lane closures from 7 AM - 5 PM Friday, May 2: No thru traffic will … [Read More...]
Ascension Parish Recycling Centers hours of operation
Ascension Parish Recycling Centers continue to serve the community by providing responsible options to reduce waste and protect our environment. Through the combined efforts of Ascension Parish DPW East and … [Read More...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines
AG on Governor’s pledge to draw new Congressional map
"The United States Supreme Court’s ruling effectively revives the district court’s original injunction against SB 8. We will continue to work with Governor Landry and members of the Legislature to adopt new … [Read More...]
Prairieville couple arrested for Cruelty to Juvenile
Detectives with the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office Juvenile Unit have arrested Gina Sagona, 44, for one count of cruelty to a juvenile. Detectives also arrested Mark Sagona, 45, for principal to cruelty to a … [Read More...]
Guilty Pleas (three dozen) for the Week of April 20-24
During the week of April 20 – April 24, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court - Ascension Parish: Reginald Bell, 7112 Moran … [Read More...]
Letters to the Editor
Support CLARITY Act: Digital accounts should be regulated like community banks
To the Editor: I live in rural Louisiana. My bank isn’t a skyscraper — it’s a building on the main square that knows my name. And right now, Washington is quietly making decisions that could put that bank, and … [Read More...]
Freedom Caucus on Louisiana v. Callais decision
Yesterday, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a decisive ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, affirming a that our congressional maps must not be drawn based on race. Louisiana Freedom Caucus … [Read More...]
SB 401 and the Broader Picture on Prescription Drug Costs
We all share the same goal when it comes to health care: ensuring patients can access the medicines they need at prices they can afford. Louisiana Senate Bill 401 reflects a sincere effort to address that … [Read More...]
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