Latest Business Headlines
Information on June 27 election date
CLOSED PARTY PRIMARY ELECTIONS and VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINES FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026 2nd Party Primary/Municipal General Election Ascension Parish Registrar of Voters, Shanie M. Bourg, would like to … [Read More...]
AG’s Opinion vindicates Mayor Riley and his Chief of Staff
In March of 2025, less than three months into his first term, Mayor Tim Riley had occasion to request an opinion from Louisiana's Attorney General. Yesterday, Riley received the long-awaited opinion that would … [Read More...]
Three elections, three radically different Congressional maps for Ascension
Governor Jeff Landry signed Senate Bill 121 into law on May 29, converting the bill into ACT No. 2 of the session and redrawing Louisiana's Congressional map for the third time in three election cycles (since … [Read More...]
Latest Education Headlines
RPCC celebrates first grad of Health Information Technology Degree Program
River Parishes Community College (RPCC) proudly announces a historic milestone with the graduation of the first two students from its Health Information Technology (HIT) Associate of Applied Science degree … [Read More...]
Special Education Advisory Council applicants needed
EXTENDED: Ascension Parish is seeking applicants for the Special Education Advisory Council for the 2026-27 school year. Applicants should be parents of students in special education, principals, special … [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
Final call for YouthFest 2026 vendors and sponsors
Final call for YouthFest 2026 vendors and sponsors. Let's make the 2026-2027 school year one to remember by helping children and families in our community start the year with the supplies they need to learn, … [Read More...]
Ascension Parish Council meeting agenda (Thursday)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ASCENSION PARISH COUNCIL June 4, 2026 - 6:00 PM ASCENSION PARISH COURTHOUSE-Donaldsonville AGENDA (1) Call To Order / Invocation and Pledge (2) Roll Call (3) Chair's … [Read More...]
The ARC to host Community Forum (Wednesday)
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...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines
Roddy Road (between Weber City/Churchpoint) closed
Roddy Road from the Churchpoint Road Roundabout to Weber City Road is scheduled to close on Monday, June 1st. The closure will allow for the removal and replacement of the bridge over Bayou Narcisse. This … [Read More...]
Hurricane Season Is Here
GET READY ASCENSION! Hurricane Season is here. As we like to say in Louisiana, "Laissez les bons temps rouler" (Let the good times roll!), but let's also make sure we're prepared for whatever this hurricane … [Read More...]
GPD takes barricaded suspect into custody over weekend
On Saturday, Gonzales Police officers located Daronti Antonio Wesley, 27, who was wanted by multiple law enforcement agencies on outstanding felony warrants. Domestic Battery of a Dating Partner False … [Read More...]
Letters to the Editor
AG’s tips on How to Prepare for Hurricane Season 2026
As the 2026 hurricane season begins, Attorney General Liz Murrill encourages all Louisianans to stay alert, be prepared, and take steps now to protect their families, homes, and property According to … [Read More...]
AG announces landmark 24 bill package
Today, Attorney General Liz Murrill announced the successful passage of a landmark 24-bill legislative package. This achievement follows the 14 Attorney General-sponsored bills that were enacted into law last … [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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