Latest Business Headlines
Former Gonzales mayoral candidate arrested in connection with shooting
Current Planning Commissioner and former mayoral candidate in Gonzales, Kemlyn Bailey Lomas was arrested in connection with the shooting of a man in Hammond Wednesday. According to reports, Hammond Police … [Read More...]
City Council adopts final pieces of Mayor Riley’s budget
A unanimous City Council adopted Mayor Tim Riley's 2026-27 General Fund Budget on Monday with 22 pages worth of amendments. All five council members voted to adopt the PACE Center Budget and requisite … [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...]
Latest Education Headlines
Basic Life Support Training at RPCC
As summer approaches, make sure your skills are up to date. RPCC’s Basic Life Support Training is ideal for professionals, students, and community members needing CPR certification or renewal. … [Read More...]
RPCC celebrates Class of 2026 at 26th Commencement Ceremony
River Parishes Community College (RPCC) proudly celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2026 during the college’s 26th Commencement Ceremony, honoring graduates from the Gonzales, Reserve, Westside, and … [Read More...]
The ARC to host Community Forum (June 3)
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 Announcements Headlines
Roddy Road (between Weber City/Churchpoint) to close
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...]
Gonzales hosts Public Workshop for Comprehensive Plan (today)
Help Shape the Future of Gonzales! The City of Gonzales invites residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to attend the Gonzales Comprehensive Plan Public Workshop. Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00 … [Read More...]
Two arrested after deceased woman’s remains found in St. Amant
Detectives with the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Unit have arrested Brigitte Becker, 61, of Gonzales, and Lawrence Coco III, 63, of Darrow, in connection with the death of 47-year-old … [Read More...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines
Sunshine man gets 25 years in plea to Molestation of Juvenile
Last week, Derrick Lodge of 1835 Besson Lane Sunshine, LA, age 42, pled guilty to Molestation of a Juvenile Under the Age of 13 (2 counts). Lodge was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorneys Adam Koenig and … [Read More...]
Guilty Pleas for the Week of May 18-22
During the week of May 18 – May 22, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court - Ascension Parish: Darius Spears, 36325 Spears Lane … [Read More...]
Prairieville man gets 30 years, castration as part of juvenile sex plea
Last week, Douglas Decuir of 17880 Airline Hwy Prairieville, LA, age 44, pled guilty to Second Degree Rape (2 counts), Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile (2 counts), and Pornography Involving Juveniles with … [Read More...]
Letters to the Editor
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...]
Rest in Peace, Wally Taillon
Wally Paul Taillon, born on November 27, 1945, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, at the age of 80. A proud member of his community, Wally served as President of The Jambalaya Festival Association for … [Read More...]
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...]
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