Latest Business Headlines
Voters resoundingly reject 5 Constitutional Amendments
Saturday’s ballot included five proposed amendments to Louisiana’s Constitution. All five me with ignominious defeat, even one that promised a teacher pay bump (No. 3 did lead the way with 42% approval). Even … [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...]
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
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...]
LA ranks 1st in Reading Growth, 2nd in Math
Louisiana is the only state to surpass pre-pandemic levels in both reading and math, according to a new report from Harvard, Stanford, and Dartmouth Louisiana continues to lead the nation in academic … [Read More...]
From Crawfish to Cajun Music: Living in the South engages Prairieville Middle Students
Prairieville Middle School hosted their annual Living in the South event for seventh grade students on Friday, May 8, 2026. At the event, students were given the opportunity to hear about different areas of our … [Read More...]
Latest Announcements Headlines
Incumbent Cassidy loses reelection bid for US Senate
Senator Bill Cassidy's tenure is coming to an end. Cassidy finished a distant third in Saturday's closed primary to select the Republican candidate for the November 3 election. Currently a member of the House … [Read More...]
LPB/LSU students present PSA on Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB), Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Louisiana (DPIL), and students from LSU’s Manship School of Mass Communication have partnered on a new public awareness campaign … [Read More...]
AG leads bipartisan push to fix Medicare therapy payment rules
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill led a bipartisan coalition of 11 attorneys general in urging the federal government to improve how Medicare pays for outpatient therapy services. In a letter to CMS … [Read More...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines
Jamie Davis leads Democrat Senate hopefuls
Jamie Davis was the top vote-getter in Saturday's closed Democratic Primary for the 2026 US Senate seat currently occupied by Bill Cassidy. Davis garnered 47% of the vote, followed by Gary Crockett and … [Read More...]
APSO Arrest Report for the Week of May 7-14
Below is Ascension Sheriff's arrest report for the week of May 7-14: May 7 arrests: Bryan Hathorn, 41, 932 Elizabeth St, Donaldsonville was charged w/ (2 counts) Distribution or PWITD [Heroin, and … [Read More...]
Gonzales man arrested for Child Sexual Abuse Materials
Detectives with the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested Charles Crawford, 41, of Gonzales on 119 counts of Child Sexual Abuse Materials, 64 counts of Child … [Read More...]
Letters to the Editor
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...]
LA Entrepreneurs: Ads and AI essential for homegrown businesses
Across Louisiana, small businesses, from digital marketing firms to short-term rental hosts, are working to grow in an economy where national brands often dominate online attention. For many of these homegrown … [Read More...]
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