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 amendments to last year’s Operating Budget. The process comes to a close before the 2025-26 Fiscal Year ends in five days, avoiding […]
The Arc of East Ascension presents “Dancing for a Cause 2026”
05/27/2026 by
The Arc of East Ascension is proud to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual fundraiser, Dancing for a Cause 2026, set to take place on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the REV Building at Lamar Dixon Expo Center. This year’s exciting theme, “Dancing Through the Decades,” promises an unforgettable evening of music, entertainment, and community celebration. […]
Prairieville man gets 30 years, castration as part of juvenile sex plea
05/27/2026 by
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 Victim Under 13 Years of Age (2 counts). This guilty plea was the result of a plea agreement with prosecutors in connection with […]
Two arrested after deceased woman’s remains found in St. Amant
05/27/2026 by
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 Crystal Odell. Both are charged with unlawful disposal of remains and failure to seek assistance. On Thursday, April 23, at approximately 8:00 a.m., deputies […]
APSO: Tips to avert vehicle burglary
05/27/2026 by
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 burglaries during the holidays, especially as you stock up on gifts. You can always report suspicious […]
Gonzales hosts Public Workshop for Comprehensive Plan (May 28)
05/26/2026 by
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 PM Price LeBlanc PACE Center 220 South Irma Boulevard Gonzales, LA 70737 Join us to share your ideas, identify priorities, and help guide the future […]
Pelican Poll: Do you approve of political gerrymandering?
05/26/2026 by
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 minority-majority districts in order to replace Black Democrats with loyal Republicans. This comes after the Supreme Court’s Callais decision. The goal is to try to save Speaker Mike […]
How does SB 121 Congressional map affect Ascension?
05/26/2026 by
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 districts approved for the 2024 elections. Senate Bill 121, which the Senate passed yesterday by a 27-10 partisan vote, preserves District 2’s status (District 6, currently […]
Construction Training continues this summer at RPCC
05/26/2026 by
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 15–18 Earn valuable industry certifications in just a few days and start building your future. Get Started https://tinyurl.com/RPCCWorkforce Questions? (225) 743-8500 Cost: $575
AP Baseball/Girl Scouts help with flag ceremony at National Cemetery
05/24/2026 by
Ascension Parish Girl Scout Seniors from Troops 10286 and 10205, along with several players from the Ascension Parish Baseball League, spent the morning placing flags on graves at the Port Hudson National Cemetery in honor of our fallen service members. This meaningful tradition began several years ago through the efforts of Coach John Murphy in […]
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