AP Schools 5th Annual Career & College Expo (9/23)

We are inviting local businesses to participate in Ascension Public Schools’ 5th Annual Career & College Expo. This event is open to all Ascension Parish students in grades 8-12, more than 9,000 students, and their families. The Expo will be held Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 6-8 p.m. at the Lamar Dixon REV Center, located […]

Take Metropolitan Transportation Plan, MOVE 2050 survey

MOVE 2050 ROUND 2 SURVEY We have kicked off our second round of public outreach on MOVE 2050, our long-range transportation plan for the Capital Region. In our first round, you helped identify the challenges we face across all transportation modes, and we thank you for your input and participation. Now we need your help […]

Six School Board members elected, five seats to be contested

Five of the six incumbent candidates for Ascension School Board were reelected without opposition as the three-day qualifying period came to a close Friday afternoon.  Two-term member, Marty Bourgeois is the lone incumbent facing opposition.  Those reelected: Willie Robinson, District 2 (first full term) John DeFrances, District 5A (third term) Jared “Boo” Bercegeay, District 6A […]

Parish Council defers establishment of ULDC/Master Plan Review committee

On Thursday, Ascension’s Parish Council deferred a resolution seeking to establish a panel to vet changes to the development code and Master Growth Plan.  The rationale…”experience gained through implementation of the Unified Development Code, together with changing conditions since adoption of the 2019 Master Plan, demonstrates the need for targeted, incremental improvements to both documents […]

Safety tips as we share roads with school buses

As we share the road with school buses, keeping our community’s children safe requires a team effort from all drivers. Please keep these crucial safety rules in mind every time you get behind the wheel: Maintain a Safe Distance: Always stay a safe distance behind school buses so you have plenty of time to stop […]

“Chief” James LeBlanc qualifies for reelection as Constable-3rd Justice Court

James LeBlanc has qualified to seek a fifth term as Constable for the 3rd Justice Court. For most of my life I have had the honor of serving the people of Ascension Parish. From starting as a junior firefighter at 13, to being elected Fire Chief at 19, and still serving in that role today, […]

23rd JDC’s Law and Order judge, Steven Tureau qualifies for reelection

Earlier this morning Judge Steven Tureau qualified for reelection to a second term presiding over Division D of the 23rd Judicial District Court.  The district is comprised three parishes; Ascension, Assumption and St. James.  Tureau garnered 61% of the vote in 2020. Six year ago, then candidate Steven Tureau promised to be tough on crime…and […]

Hurricane Preparedness: Prepare your home

Taking steps to prepare your home before a storm is one of the best ways to protect your family, property, and peace of mind. Before severe weather arrives, remember to: Trim trees and shrubs to reduce the risk of falling limbs. Secure or bring inside outdoor furniture, grills, and other loose items that could become […]

St. George Food Truck Fest announces November debut

A new food festival is coming this fall as the inaugural St. George Food Truck Fest rolls into the BREC State Fairgrounds on Saturday, November 21, 2026, bringing together more than 25 food trucks, 100 market vendors, live music, family entertainment, and community support for a great cause. The festival will be held from 11:00 a.m. […]

The Shark Is Broken, from Ascension Community Theatre in September

THREE ACTORS. ONE BOAT. ENDLESS PROBLEMS Dive behind the scenes of one of Hollywood’s most iconic films! GET TICKETS In The Shark Is Broken, audiences are transported to the summer of 1974, when Steven Spielberg’s Jaws was plagued by endless delays, mechanical malfunctions, and clashing egos. Stuck on a boat while waiting for the infamous […]