Latest Business Headlines
RPCC event to foster Community Engagement for Hyundai Training Center
Connecting local contractors to upcoming construction opportunities River Parishes Community College (RPCC), in partnership with CSRS and ARKEL Constructors, will host a Community Engagement & Contractor … [Read More...]
EAD approves reduced New River Dredging change order, will contractor accept it?
Two years and three months after deferring a $726,000 change order on the New River Channel Improvement project, East Ascension Drainage Commission declared it "substantially complete" and approved a change in … [Read More...]
Lambert, James and Boudreaux votes discontinue Retiree Medicare Stipends
Ordinance practice in the City of Gonzales can get confusing, evidenced by the Council's 3-1 vote (with an abstention) to discontinue Retiree Medicare Stipends received by ultra select few former employees … [Read More...]
Latest Education Headlines
AP Schools outperforming national average
Dear Ascension Families, Today’s release of the national Education Scorecard by researchers from Harvard University, Stanford University, and Dartmouth College brings exciting news for Louisiana and powerful … [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...]
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...]
Latest Announcements Headlines
Letlow staff to host Satellite Office Hour in Ascension (5/21)
Congresswoman Julia Letlow’s district staff will be hosting satellite office hours in Ascension Parish next week. Staff will be available in Gonzales to help constituents of Louisiana’s 5th District with … [Read More...]
Board of Adjustments meeting agenda (Wednesday)
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS MEETING May 13, 2026 - 5:30 PM ASCENSION PARISH COURTHOUSE-Gonzales AGENDA (1) Called to Order (2) Pledge of Allegiance (3) Roll Call of Members (4) Public Comments (5) Acceptance … [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...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines
Guilty Pleas for the Week of May 4-8
During the week of May 4 – May 8, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court - Ascension Parish: Kendell Gray, Houston, TX, age 36, … [Read More...]
Ascension Planning Commission meeting agenda (Wednesday)
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING May 13, 2026 - 6:00 PM ASCENSION PARISH COURTHOUSE-Gonzales AGENDA (1) Call to Order (2) Roll Call of Members (3) Pledge of Allegiance (4) Introduction of Staff (5) … [Read More...]
Baton Rouge man arrested for Attempted Second Degree Murder
Detectives with the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Unit have charged Kayla Lucas, 22, of Baton Rouge, with attempted second-degree murder, illegal use of weapons, and aggravated criminal … [Read More...]
Letters to the Editor
Five Constitutional Amendments on Saturday’s ballot
Saturday's ballot includes five proposed amendments to Louisiana's Constitution. CA No. 1 (ACT No. 223, 2025-RS – SB 8) — To authorize the addition or removal of positions in the unclassified state civil … [Read More...]
AG addresses threats against Senator Jay Morris and ongoing redistricting debate
“The political process is designed to encourage participation and debate and to provide a forum for people to be heard. There is absolutely no place for violence or threats in this process. Senator Jay Morris … [Read More...]
Louisiana Switches to Semi-Closed Primaries, but at What Cost?
n May 16, 2026, Louisiana will host its first closed party primary election in more than 15 years (Early Voting is already taking place). In a new report, Louisiana Progress, a nonprofit public policy … [Read More...]
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