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Local cancer survivor awarded college scholarship

Christian Thomas Jenkins of Gonzales, has been awarded a $1,000 college scholarship by the Mid-South Division of the American Cancer Society »

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2012 Ascension Parish Vegetable Garden Contest May 4 deadline

  Vegetable gardening contest open to residents »

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March for Babies comes to Gonzales

The Gonzales March for Babies will be held Sat. March 31 at the American Legion Hall in Gonzales.  It is a 3 mile walk and all proceeds go towards the March of Dimes.  »

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Public invited to support 'Caring for Cameron' benefit

Cameron James Laiche is the two and a half year-old-son of Jared and Kacie Laiche who are lifelong residents of Ascension Parish. He is also the apple of his grandparents’ eyes, Beverly Boudreaux Laiche and the late John (J.B.) Laiche and Donald and Be... »

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Local Principal finalist for Principal of the Year

Lori Charlet, Principal at Gonzales Middle School has been chosen for a top honor. She will be representing our region for the 2013 Principal of the Year. The award will see her competing against 15 fellow Louisiana finalists. Please join us in wishing... »

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Gonzales PD offers safety and crime prevention tips

A small investment of time and money can make your home more secure and can reduce your chances of being a victim of burglary, assault or vandalism »

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Gonzales PD to offer self defense classes for women

The Gonzales Police Department is offering an Equalizer Women’s self defense course. »

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BAA holds meeting

Business Associates of Asccension held their weekly meeting yesterday at The Cafe in Gonzales. »

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Girl Scouts seek memorabilia to display during Centennial Extravaganza at Lamar-Dixon

Girl Scouts from across southeast Louisiana are celebrating the Girl Scout Centennial with an Extravaganza on Saturday, March 17 in Gonzales.  Part of the centennial event includes a historic exhibit showcasing Girl Scouting over its 100 years, and vol... »

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Two killed, one clinging to life in Gonzales home invasion; reward offered for information

It’s been a sad and difficult time for our community, as residents come to terms with hearing of the brutal attacks on three residents which have left two dead and one fighting for her life. »

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Donaldsonville couple’s 65-year marriage recognized

Donaldsonville residents Joseph Matassa Jr. and Bena Sotile Matassa received an Ascension Parish Proclamation proclaiming Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012 as their day in Ascension Parish following the celebration of the couple’s 65th wedding anniversary. »

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Local cross country star Stafford signs to ULL

Catholic High School Senior Cole Stafford, a Gonzales native, has signed to run cross country and track at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. »

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St. Amant Coach Receives Parish Award

Ascension Parish President Tommy Martinez presented St. Amant High School boys basketball Coach Gary Duhe with a parish certificate of achievement during the parish council meeting on Jan. 19. »

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“Cufflinks & Cocktails” Men’s Night, April 12th to Benefit Project Kidz Kove

Calling the men of Ascension Parish and surrounding areas!! Join fellow men on April 12, 2012, for “Cufflinks & Cocktails”, a formal attire, men’s only event benefitting Project Kidz Kove, at Parc 73. The night will include a Cigar reception with cigar... »

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East Ascension High School Coach lauded for career wins

East Ascension High School boys basketball Coach Kenny Almond received an Ascension Parish Certificate of Achievement for surpassing 800 career wins recently.   »

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