AP Schools announces Prairieville HS Leadership Appointments

Ascension Public Schools announces the appointment of three school administrators at Prairieville High School: Assistant Principals Daniel Lambert, and Roddy Melancon, Ed.D, and Monique Moore. They round out the administrative team of Principal Randall Loving and Associate Principal Courtney Mancuso for the new high school that opens in August. “Opening a new school is an […]

APSO Arrest Report for the Week of May 9-16

Below is Ascension Sheriff’s arrest report for the week of May 9-16: May 9 arrests: Mechelle Bianchini, 47, 41832 Denver Dr, Baton Rouge was charged w/ Theft, and arrested pursuant to 3 bench warrants; Yohan Ramirez, 41, 9350 Eskillman St, Dallas TX was arrested pursuant to a fugitive, and 2 bench warrants; Barry Gautreaux, 49, 13070 Carrie Ln, […]

Summer Reading Kickoff at Ascension Parish Library

This year’s summer reading theme is Read Renew Repeat. We’ve planned events this summer that will let us explore the natural world, learn how to conserve resources, and allow each of us to reflect on our own journey. Sign up starting Thursday, May 23. You can read or listen to books, audiobooks, or magazines and […]

BOLO: APSO Recruiter at Large

We are excited to unveil our new recruitment vehicle! Whether you’re cruising down the highway or parked at local events, you’ll soon spot us promoting opportunities to join our dedicated team. Keep an eye out for us around town and don’t hesitate to wave or stop by for a chat or scan the QR code, […]

Jambalaya Festival a week away

The 57th annual Jambalaya Festival is less than a week away! Join us in the Jambalaya Capital of the World from May 24-26 for a weekend of live music, carnival rides, contests, and – of course – good food! For more information, visit www.jambalayafestival.net  

Landry-inspired Congressional map restored by Supreme Court stay

“The Secretary of State has consistently stated she needed a map by May 15. The plaintiffs did not contest it at trial. We will continue to defend the law and are grateful the Supreme Court granted the stay which will ensure we have a stable election season.” – Attorney General Liz Murrill The United States Supreme […]

“What is a Woman” bill passes in House and Senate

The Louisiana Freedom Caucus (LAFC) is pleased to announce the passage of member Rep. Roger Wilder’s bill, HB 608, the Women’s Safety and Protection Act. It passed out of the Senate unamended today and will soon be on Governor Jeff Landry’s desk for signature. “It is deeply gratifying that our legislature has codified what has […]

17-year-old arrested on charges in two separate shootings

According to Sheriff Bobby Webre, on Tuesday May 15, 2024, detectives with the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office arrested Keelan Irvin Jr, 17, of Gonzales, following an investigation of two separate shooting incidents. He is charged, in total, with six-counts attempted second degree murder, two-counts negligent injuring, seven-counts aggravated criminal damage to property, and two-counts illegal […]

Guilty Pleas for the Week of May 6-10

During the week of May 6 – May 10, 2024, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court-Ascension Parish: Anshjay Bourgeois, 13177 Melissa Heights Gonzales, LA, age 30, pled guilty to Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Dangerous Substance and Unauthorized Entry of an Inhabited Dwelling. […]

Prairieville Primary 5th Graders Dive Deep into Shark Week

Have you ever touched a shark? Fifth grade students at Prairieville Primary School can definitively answer “yes” to that question. Not only did they touch sharks, they researched sharks, dissected sharks and created humane traps to catch sharks. Students engaged in all of these activities thanks to an Ascension Fund Grant funded by Shell Chemical. […]