Latest Business Headlines
The latest from DOTD on Hwy 30 roundabout project
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 … [Read More...]
Merry Market returns to Gonzales November 13–15
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 … [Read More...]
Tuesday’s Congressional election results in Ascension
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 … [Read More...]
Latest Education Headlines
RPCC welcomes 900 students to 2026 Manufacturing Day
ABOVE: RPCC Steel Program Manager Lucas Janopaul provides a hands-on demonstration of advanced manufacturing for Ascension Parish Schools 8th graders during MFG Day Gonzales. River Parishes Community College … [Read More...]
Superintendent Walker on School Board elections
Congratulations to the newly elected members of the Ascension Parish School Board! We look forward to working together to build upon the tradition of excellence in Ascension Public Schools." Please join us … [Read More...]
Bourgeois reelected alongside two new School Board members (two runoffs)
Five seats on the Ascension Parish School Board were up for grabs yesterday, four contests for open seats. Member of School Board — District 1 Vera Jones (DEM)-32% Steven “Gob” Joseph (DEM)-21% … [Read More...]
Latest Announcements Headlines
Walk to End Alzheimer’s, November 21 at LDEC (Register Now)
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s: Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and … [Read More...]
Gonzales PD awarded Highway Safety Grant
The Gonzales Police Department is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant from the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission (LHSC) to support enhanced traffic safety enforcement in our … [Read More...]
Landry bests incumbent for District Judgeship, other judicial election results
The votes have been counted, and the 23rd Judicial District will swear in a new judge in January. Kim Landry won the District A seat on the local bench over two-term incumbent, Jason Verdigets in a closely … [Read More...]
Latest Lagniappe Headlines
APG announces November Commodities Distribution dates
Ascension Parish Government's November commodities distributions are coming up! Mark your calendars and take note of the dates and locations below. DONALDSONVILLE: Tuesday, November 10 @ 7:30 AM Frank … [Read More...]
Guilty Pleas for the Week of October 26-30
During the week of October 26 – October 30, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court - Ascension Parish: On June 26, 2026, Jerome … [Read More...]
How did 10 Constitutional Amendments fare on Tuesday?
There were ten State Constitutional Amendments on the ballot Tuesday. The votes are in. CA No. 1 (ACT No. 39, 2026-RS – SB 180) — 74% of voters approved (77% in Ascension) Allows a one-time transfer of a … [Read More...]
Letters to the Editor
Louisiana Labor Unions offer statement on close Senate election
Strong Jamie Davis Showing and Gregory Carroll Win Show that Louisiana Voters Want People Who Fight for Working Families Louisiana AFL-CIO President Matt Wood released the following statement in response to … [Read More...]
Adoption Awareness Month: Children waiting for forever families
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is celebrating Adoption Awareness Month this November and highlighting the children still waiting for permanent, loving families. Governor Jeff … [Read More...]
APSO: Tips to avert vehicle burglary
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 … [Read More...]
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