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Bob’s Bayou Black Marina officially closes after over 32 years in business

After 32 1/2 years of serving this community, Bob’s Bayou Black Marina has officially closed its doors. This comes on the heels of an announcement from Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government informing the public that it would not to move forward with the proposed purchase of Bob’s Bayou Black Marina following an extensive review and negotiation process.

Terrebonne Parish, LA · 21h
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LDH reports critical violations at Terrebonne restaurants for Oct. 1-17

The Houma Courier obtained food safety inspection information for Terrebonne Praish for Oct. 1-17 from the Louisiana Department of Health. The top two addresses with the most critical violations in Terrebonne Parish are listed, along with an explanation of the finding. They each had at least four critical violations. According to the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, uncorrected critical violations are more likely to contribute to food contamination or illness. Less serious violations are not directly related to foodborne illness but could become hazardous if uncorrected. The Louisiana Department of Health's retail food health inspections dashboard includes a history of each establishment's inspection reports. Inspections should be considered a "snapshot" and might not always reflect an establishment's day-to-day operations and overall condition. Violations fall into two main categories: critical and non-critical. Critical violations are more likely to contribute directly to food contamination or illness if left uncorrected. Non-critical violations are not directly related to the cause of foodborne illness but could become critical if left uncorrected. The top two restaurants in Terrebonne with critical health violations These violations were available Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. Ocean Star Super Buffet 6451 West Park Ave, Houma, - 8 critical violations. Inspection

Terrebonne Parish, LA · 1d

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Four local marching bands claim state championships at LMEA competition

Four Terrebonne and Lafourche parish high school marching bands captured state championships at the 2026 Louisiana Music Educators Association (LMEA) State Marching Band Championships, held November 9–11 at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Central Lafourche, South Lafourche, E.D. White Catholic and Vandebilt...

Terrebonne Parish, LA · 1d
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Mother-daughter duo seek to bring E.D. White its second Volleyball State Championship in school history

A season that Coach Sarah Johnson initially expected to be a rebuilding year has turned into a chance for the E.D. White Cardinals to compete for a state volleyball championship. The Lady Cardinals have advanced to the state tournament with a relatively young roster, looking to capture the second state...

Thibodaux, LA · 1d
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First cold temperatures expected across Terrebonne-Lafourche this weekend

Cold weather is blowing onto the bayou this weekend. Wind chills in the 20’s and 30’s inland and “feels-like” temperatures in the 30’s are expected all the way down to the Gulf Coast by Saturday morning. Patchy frost is possible in colder locations, with a brief freeze not entirely ruled out.

Terrebonne Parish, LA · 2h

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From Tragedy to Triumph: A Culinary Haven Born in Boutte After Katrina

In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, as New Orleans grappled with devastation, Viet Nguyen and his family faced their own formidable challenges. The storm had ruthlessly swept away their lives, leaving them with a void that extended beyond material loss.

Boutte, LA · 19h

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7 years after election scandal, former Ascension Parish president candidate’s defamation case heads to trial

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Nearly seven years after a secret recording sparked controversy during the 2019 Ascension Parish president’s race, a defamation lawsuit filed by former candidate Murphy Painter is heading to trial. The civil trial involving Painter, Pelican Post publisher Wade Petite and Gonzales insurance agent Dustin...

Ascension Parish, LA · 2d

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This Huge Louisiana Outlet Center Makes Holiday Shopping A Road-Trip Event

More than 50 brand-name outlet stores sit in one open-air spot right off I-10. That’s a lot of gift list crossed off in a single afternoon. I like that this place sits between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. You can turn a holiday errand into a full Louisiana road trip without much of a detour.

Gonzales, LA · 2d

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Iota overcomes slow start to reverse sweep Lutcher and advance to the state semifinals

After dropping the first two sets to No. 6-seeded Lutcher, however, the No. 3-seeded Bulldogs rallied to win in five sets and advance to the semifinals for the first time ever. "The atmosphere here changes a lot of stuff," Bulldogs coach Glenn Daigle said of the Cajundome. "I think our...

Lutcher, LA · 20h

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LDWF reports positive results from Louisiana’s first-ever recreational alligator hunting season

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is hailing its first-ever recreational alligator hunting season. Throughout the month-long season last month, more than 3,600 hunters harvested more than 1,800 alligators. Franklin Senator Robert Allain wrote the bill to allow the recreational hunting of alligators. “A lot of people are going...

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25th annual Big Boy’s Main Street Cook Off returns to Thibodaux this Friday

Big crowds, good food, and good times are coming to Thibodaux tomorrow for the 25th annual Big Boy’s Main Street Cook-Off. Over 20 teams will line the streets of Thibodaux on Friday, November 13 from 5:00-10:00 PM, all vying for first place as they cook up Louisiana staples like jambalaya, gumbo, étouffée, beans, rice, seafood, and more. Alongside the tents of food, there will be concessions and drinks available to purchase.

Thibodaux, LA · 1d

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Leadership Terrebonne celebrates graduation of Class of 2026

Leadership Terrebonne proudly celebrated its 34th graduation, honoring the Class of 2026 and recognizing 29 community and business leaders during a ceremony held Thursday, November 5th at Hancock Whitney Bank in Downtown Houma. Families, employers and alumni gathered beneath Conrad Albrizio’s historic mosaic to celebrate the graduates. The event...

Houma, LA · 1d

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GALLERY: Nicholls State University Homecoming 2026

Nicholls State University celebrated its 2026 Homecoming festivities with the crowning of Homecoming Queen Ava Wilson and King Joseph Lirette. Also pictured are last year’s Homecoming royalty, along with Prince Evan and Princess Violet, who were named the 2026 Tillou’s Tots Homecoming Prince and Princess. Congratulations to this year’s Colonel royalty!

Thibodaux, LA · 3d

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Junior Auxiliary of Houma celebrates JA Week and 85 years of service

The Junior Auxiliary of Houma (JA of Houma) will join chapters across the South in celebrating JA Week November 9-15, 2026, recognizing the National Association of Junior Auxiliaries’ 85th anniversary and highlighting the impact of local service. The celebration is an opportunity to share the chapter’s work, recognize community partners, and raise awareness of Junior Auxiliary’s mission to serve children and families.

Houma, LA · 3d

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This Louisiana Museum Lets You Board A Real Offshore Oil Drilling Rig

Ordinary people are not supposed to walk the decks of an offshore drilling rig. Yet one spot in Louisiana is the only place in the world where the public can climb aboard a real one. This steel giant isn’t a replica built for show. It drilled hundreds of wells along...

Morgan City, LA · 23h

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Tarpons, Cardinals, Tigers headed to football State Playoffs

Three Lafourche Parish high school football teams will get the honor of playing an 11th game on Friday night – an honor that only comes with those who make the playoffs. South Lafourche, E.D. White and Thibodaux all earned their way into the postseason this weekend during the LHSAA’s bracket revealing show on Sunday.

Lafourche Parish, LA · 2d

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This Louisiana Christmas Festival Lights Bonfires In A Remarkable River-Parish Tradition

Every December, a small town lights giant bonfires on purpose, and nobody calls the fire department. They call it a festival. The flames are a warm-up for Christmas Eve, when towering bonfires glow along the Mississippi River levee. The reason? Many folks say the fires light the way for Papa...

Lutcher, LA · 2d

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Lafourche Animal Shelter opens Blessing Box in honor of Mike Detilier

The Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter has opened a new Blessing Box, helping local pet owners in need. The Blessing Box, located in the lobby of the Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter, is a place where generous citizens can donate pet supplies, pantry staples, care items, and more to pet owners in need. These donations will help reduce pet owner surrenders and keep numbers in the shelter down.

Lafourche Parish, LA · 1d

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BASF inaugurates $1 billion facility at its Geismar site

BASF announced it inaugurated the new $1 billion methylene diphenyl diisocyanate production facility at the Verbund site in Geismar. According to a news release, the ceremony marked the on-time completion of the company's largest wholly owned investment project to date in North America. Per BASF, the Ascension Parish expansion will...

Geismar, LA · 1d

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Lafourche Parish School District announces new, state-of-the-art Transportation Center in Lockport

The Lafourche Parish School Board proudly announces a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the brand-new LPSD Transportation Center in Lockport. This event will also mark the official launch of the district’s partnership with First Student, featuring a fleet of 115 brand-new, air-conditioned 2027 model school buses. The...

Lockport, LA · 3d