Ryland Percy was appointed to fill the City of Gonzales’ mayoral vacancy on Monday after a unanimous vote (with one abstention) from the five-member City Council. Percy, who served as City Attorney for decades, was the compromise candidate after months of fruitless wrangling over the position by two Council hopefuls. Palpably frustrated at their inability […]
Ascension Parish Council meeting agenda (Thursday)
05/14/2024 by
REGULAR MEETINGOF THEASCENSION PARISH COUNCIL May 16, 2024 – 6:00 PMASCENSION PARISH COURTHOUSE-Gonzales AGENDA (1) Call To Order / Invocation and Pledge(2) Roll Call(3) Chair’s Additions(4) Public Comment Sign- In Period(5) Parish President’s Report:(6) Consent Agenda a. Adoption of April 18, 2024 Regular Council Meeting Minutesb. Adoption of May 2, 2024 Regular Council Meeting Minutesc. […]
Voices of Resilience (opioid epidemic) at Gonzales Library (Thursday)
05/14/2024 by
Every day, we hear news about how opioids affect the community we live in. The Louisiana Department of Health hopes to spread hope through its Voices of Resilience program. On Thursday, May 16, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, at the library in Gonzales, hear from survivors of overdose, those in recovery, and healthcare providers who work […]
Louisiana Pre-K through 12 education improves in national ranking
05/14/2024 by
Louisiana Pre-K-12 education improved in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best States rankings. Pre-kindergarten through 12th grade education in Louisiana moved from 41st to 40th, which marks the state’s highest ranking in this national indicator. This comes a year after Louisiana Pre-K-12 education jumped five places in these same rankings. “This positive growth reflects the efforts of students […]
Dancing for a Cause roster of dancers set
05/13/2024 by
Dancing For A Cause is in its 15th season, and The Arc of East Ascension needs your help! The mission of The Arc of East Ascension is to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families. Through services and advocacy that support choice, independence, and dignity. Our vision is to ensure […]
Hurricane Preparedness Week anticipates a busy season
05/13/2024 by
It’s #NationalHurricanePreparednessWeek! With Hurricane season right around the corner, now is the time to ensure you have a game plan for potential storms. Check in on your flood insurance; stock up on storm essentials like non-perishable food, water, batteries, medications, flashlights, and first-aid supplies; and communicate any emergency plans with your family members. During a […]
LAGOP Executive Director to address May 16 GOP Roundtable
05/13/2024 by
Cory Dennis, Louisiana Republican Party Executive Director, is the speaker for the May 16th Ascension GOP Roundtable, sponsored by Ascension Republican Women. The Roundtable will be held on Thursday, May 16th at 11:30 a.m. at the Clarion Inn, 1500 W. Highway 30 in Gonzales. (11:30 to 12:00 – Meet and Greet; Noon – Program) Doors […]
Proposed Gonzales budget has $25 million Capital Outlay, new police/fire department positions
05/13/2024 by
“The City (of Gonzales) anticipates a change in the positions of Mayor and Police Chief in the next election cycle.” That opinion is included in the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget introduced at Monday’s meeting of the City Council, which will also see not insignificant changes in its five-member composition. The budget, scheduled for Public Hearing and […]
AP Schools looking for School Bus Drivers
05/13/2024 by
Ascension Public Schools will conduct a FREE pre-service class for anyone interested in becoming a certified school bus driver for APSB. Must attend all listed dates. This program is for persons interested in driving for Ascension Schools only. May 20-23 & May 28-31 & June 3 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ASPSB DISTRIBUTION CENTER 932 […]
Three council votes needed to appoint Gonzales’ next mayor
05/12/2024 by
There have been two individuals to serve as Gonzales’ mayor since January 1985. Six months shy of four decades and counting, a third name will be added to that exclusive list tomorrow if the City Council appoints a Barney Arceneaux’s replacement. While none of the current council membership has mustered a decisive third vote, two […]
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