Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it’s something many people struggle with quietly. This month serves as a reminder that taking care of your mental well-being matters, and that no one should feel alone when facing life’s challenges. Equally important is checking in on others. A simple conversation, a listening ear, […]
VFW’s Public Service of Year recognition for two of APSO’s finest
05/03/2026 by
Congratulations to Timothy Krennerich and Danica Williams for receiving the VFW’s Public Servant of the Year recognition: Corporal Timothy Krennerich has served with the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office since 2020 and is known for his professionalism and dedication to public service. While investigating a scam involving a senior citizen, he successfully intervened and recovered nearly […]
St. Amant Library & Community Center Grand Opening
05/03/2026 by
We’re proud to officially open the St. Amant Library & Community Center—and what an incredible turnout from our community. This day represents so much more than cutting a ribbon. It represents rebuilding, resilience, and a promise kept to the people of St. Amant following the 2016 flood. Together with our library system, Ascension Parish Government […]
Career Fair at Gonzales Library (Tuesday)
05/02/2026 by
Explore job, career, and educational opportunities at our semi-annual Career & Resource Fair on Tuesday, May 5, from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Gonzales location. Meet with local employers, learn about open positions, and possibly interview on the spot Professional attire is encouraged, and bringing copies of your resume is recommended.
Save the Date: Household Hazardous Material Collection Day
04/30/2026 by
Ascension Parish residents are invited to safely dispose of household items that typically cannot be thrown away with regular trash during our Household Hazardous Material Collection Day. Saturday, May 9 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Lamar-Dixon Expo Center, 9039 S. St. Landry Ave. This event provides a safe and convenient way to dispose of materials […]
Roundabout construction means new traffic patterns on Hwy 30
04/28/2026 by
Heads up, Ascension drivers—traffic changes are ahead on LA 30 Starting Tuesday night, April 28, DOTD will implement a new traffic pattern on LA 30 between I-10 and LA 3251 as construction on the new roundabouts moves into its next phase. Key Changes: Signal removed at LA 30 & Tanger Blvd/Cabela’s Pkwy Tanger Blvd becomes […]
City demolishes “squatters’ refuge” in the middle of Gonzales
04/27/2026 by
The residential structure at 710 S Pleasant Ave had become a real nuisance in the middle of Gonzales nearly a decade ago. The subject of lengthy litigation, the city would eventually settle a claim with the former homeowners a few years back, paying $374,000 for damage sustained because of a failing drainage servitude. The district […]
“Senior staff member” accused of possible malfeasance by Councilwoman Lambert
03/10/2026 by
Whether or not it is a newly formalized alliance remains to be seen, but two first term Gonzales City Councilwomen found themselves on the wrong side of multiple votes Monday night. Cynthia Gray James seems to have cast her lot with the most vocal critic of Mayor Tim Riley’s administration, Terri Lambert who cited “a […]
ARBC announces major flood projects
02/13/2026 by
At its monthly meeting yesterday, the Amite River Basin Commission (ARBC) reported progress on major flood risk reduction efforts and announced new steps to strengthen preparedness across the Amite River Basin. The Commission highlighted updates on the Bayou Manchac and Ward Creek Realignment Project and the Upper Amite River Restoration Project, proclaimed March 2026 as “Flood Awareness Month,” and previewed additional actions it expects […]
Mayor requests AG’s Opinion to resolve issue over his Chief of Staff
04/07/2025 by
The City of Gonzales has a new mayor, only the third elected since 1984. The five-member city council, another body not known for its turnover, includes three new members. A certain amount of turmoil was probably unavoidable, especially considering Tim Riley emerged from a four-candidate field in which every old-time political hack lined up against […]
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