The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is providing an update on H.010960 which is comprised of constructing three new roundabouts along LA 30 in Ascension Parish. The project involves the construction of three roundabouts strategically located along LA 30 at the intersections of I-10 westbound, I-10 eastbound, and St. Landry Avenue. LA 30 […]
Merry Market returns to Gonzales November 13–15
11/05/2026 by
Holiday shopping event brings more than 400 booths, VIP shopping and family activities to Lamar Dixon Expo Center Merry Market, the Ultimate Family Shopping Show, will return to Lamar Dixon Expo Center November 13–15, 2026, bringing together local businesses and visiting merchants for three days of holiday shopping and family activities. The event will feature […]
Tuesday’s Congressional election results in Ascension
11/04/2026 by
Three Congressional races were contested in Ascension yesterday, including the election to succeed the incumbent Senator who failed to make a primary runoff. Bill Cassidy, having angered President Donald Trump, finished out of the primary runoff won by Republican candidate, Julie Letlow. Currently occupying the 5th District seat in the House of Representatives, Letlow faced […]
APSO’s Tony Tureau sworn in as Chief Deputy
11/03/2026 by
On behalf of Sheriff Bobby Webre and the entire Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office family, we are proud to announce the promotion of Colonel Tony Tureau and his swearing in as Chief Deputy. Many of you may recognize Chief Tureau from his work in community outreach, where he has served as Captain for the past several […]
This one is easy: Re-elect James LeBlanc for Constable
11/02/2026 by
James LeBlanc is seeking reelection as Constable – Third Justice Court on November 3. LeBlanc has served more than four full six-year terms in the role, 26 years in all. In that time, he has worked alongside four different Justices of the Peace, always with professionalism, efficiency and compassion. While Third Justice Court has witnessed its […]
Judgeship, Justice of Peace positions on the ballot Tuesday
11/01/2026 by
One District Court judgeship and four Justice Court positions are up for grabs on Election Day, November 3. District Judge — 23rd Judicial District Court, ES 2, Div. A: Jason Verdigets, seeking a third term on the Division A bench, is set to face Kim Landry. The election is contested in Ascension, Assumption and St. […]
Three Congressional races on Ascension ballots Tuesday
11/01/2026 by
Election Day is Tuesday, three Congressional races on the ballot. Three Congressional races feature the contest to succeed the incumbent Senator who failed to make a primary runoff. Bill Cassidy, having angered President Donald Trump, finished out of the runoff which pitted the ultimate Republican candidate, Julie Letlow, who bested current Treasurer John Fleming by […]
Major Subdivision Plat on Donaldsonville P & Z Commission agenda (Monday)
10/31/2026 by
CITY OF DONALDSONVILLE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION The Planning Commission for the City of Donaldsonville will hold a Meeting on Monday, November 2, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Donaldsonville City Hall, 609 Railroad Avenue, Donaldsonville, Louisiana 70346. 1. Cane Field Crossing Preliminary Plat The proposed major subdivision is located along Thibaut Drive. The project lies […]
Arrests made in connection with Gonzales armed robbery
10/30/2026 by
Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office detectives have arrested two men in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on Babin Road in Gonzales. On July 12, 2026, deputies responded to a reported armed robbery. During the investigation, detectives with our Violent Crimes Unit learned that the incident stemmed from a previously arranged meeting involving a potential […]
City-Parish deal provides water/wastewater to Animal Control center
10/29/2026 by
Ascension’s Parish Council approved an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the City of Gonzales to relocate a city water line alongside Roddy Road on Monday. The IGA calls for the parish to perform the task necessary to accommodate widening of Roddy, a key piece of ongoing traffic improvement efforts by the parish. In return for Ascension’s […]
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