Latest Business Headlines

You want to stop Windermere Crossing Subdivision? Here’s how to do it.
01/17/2021 -
On Wednesday a divided Planning Commission approved Windermere Crossing Subdivision, cutting a deal with Dantin Bruce Development, LLC which included terms outside the commission's authority to execute. The … [Read More...]

Louisiana’s Highway Improvement Bonds upgraded
01/16/2021 -
S&P and Fitch Ratings upgraded the rating on $201 million in state highway improvement bonds that will be refinanced to repair and resurface rural roads across Louisiana. This is the first time Louisiana … [Read More...]

37-lot subdivision, Clare Court approved on Cornerview Road
01/15/2021 -
Clare Court Subdivision, 37 lots intended for 24 acres north of Cornerview Road, approximately .5 miles west of I-10's overpass, was approved by a 5-1 vote of Ascension's Planning Commission on Wednesday. The … [Read More...]
Latest Education Headlines

RPCC semester begins on Tuesday, 100% virtual classes until February 1
01/17/2021 -
RPCC is looking forward to starting our Spring 2021 Semester on Tuesday, 1/19. To make sure we have a #SafeStart, all RPCC classes will be 100% virtual for the first two weeks. The classes will transition to … [Read More...]

Teach Ascension Academy accepting applications for Alternative Certification Program
01/16/2021 -
Ascension Public Schools is currently accepting applications for its Teach Ascension Academy (TAA), the district's alternative certification program. Applications are due by Feb. 1, 2021. "The Teach … [Read More...]

APL: Using Google Search and Maps virtual workshop(1/26)
01/15/2021 -
The Ascension Parish Library is partnering with Grow with Google to help our community learn digital skills with a free #GrowWithGoogle virtual workshop, Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps, on … [Read More...]
Latest Announcements Headlines

APL: Mental Health Counseling with Louisiana Spirit (1/27)
01/17/2021 -
Are you feeling overwhelmed with feelings of stress, fear, or anxiety about the uncertainty of COVID-19? Join the Ascension Parish Library for this informative presentation on how COVID-19 has affected our … [Read More...]

Second suspect in early morning homicide in custody
01/16/2021 -
Update: Brandon Tibbetts was located and arrested in Slidell. He will be booked into Ascension Parish Jail at a later date. Below is APSO's initial press release: Shortly after midnight on Saturday, … [Read More...]

Ascension hiring BREC Program Coordinator as next Recreation Director
01/16/2021 -
Ascension Parish is about to have a new Recreation Director, Michael King who is currently a Program Coordinator for BREC. King's impending hiring was announced by Director of Planning and Facility … [Read More...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines

LDH confirms first case of U.K. COVID Variant in Louisiana
01/17/2021 -
The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed the state’s first identified case of the COVID-19 variant, SARS-CoV-2 B.1.1.7., frequently referred to as the U.K. variant because it is prevalent in the United … [Read More...]

Covington man killed in attempted armed robbery; APSO seeking second suspect
01/16/2021 -
Shortly after midnight on Saturday, January 16, deputies responded to a local hospital in reference to a male subject who arrived by private vehicle driven by another subject, suffering from several gunshot … [Read More...]

APSO Arrest Report for the Week of January 7-14
01/16/2021 -
Below is Ascension Sheriff's arrest report for the week of January 7-14: January 7 arrests: Brandon Delatte, 38, 42510 Lillie Babin Rd, Gonzales was arrested pursuant to 2 bench warrants; Miguel … [Read More...]
Letters to the Editor

Graves statement on father’s passing from COVID-19 complications
01/17/2021 -
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves released the following statement after his father, John Graves, passed away on Saturday afternoon from complications associated with COVID-19. “Thank you to all of the … [Read More...]

A Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse inducted into The TASTE Hall of Fame
01/16/2021 -
A Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & Company, produced by Louisiana Public Broadcasting for 13 seasons beginning in 1990, was inducted into the eighth class of the TASTE Hall of Fame, presented by … [Read More...]

Cointment pledges revisions to Development Code after subdivision approvals
01/15/2021 -
Ascension Parish residents: Having watched the January 13, 2021 meeting of the Planning Commission, I feel it is necessary to address the concerns voiced by so many of you, all of which I share as Parish … [Read More...]