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Historic Napoleonville church asks for donations after water, termite damage
NAPOLEONVILLE, La. (BRPROUD) – In the heart of Napoleonville, a church that’s nationally registered under historic places in Louisiana stands tall. “This exact structure here was built in 1909. It is the second of two churches that was here,” said Renee Richard, parishioner of St. Anne Catholic Church.
Local agencies report five arrests
St. Mary police agencies reported five arrests late last week, including marijuana and drug paraphernalia arrests. Chief Chad M. Adams reported that the Morgan City Police Department responded to 33 calls for service over the last 24-hour reporting period and made these arrests:. --Donald James Lewis, 21, Joseph Street, Morgan...
Good Question: Is tornado alley shifting?
(KADN) — As cleanup continues across Acadiana after last week’s deadly storms, some of you reached out to us with questions about tornadic activity. We have a viewer good question from Jennifer Mire. Her question is, "Why are we seeing so many tornadoes and severe weather? The drought...
Four St. Mary students graduate with honors at LSU
Four St. Mary students were among those who graduated with honors at LSU commencement ceremonies Friday and Saturday. —Emma Kate Simmons, Morgan City, summa cum laude, College of Science. —Madeline Grace Nini, Berwick, cum laude, College of Art and Design. —Stella Grace Falterman, Baldwin, summa cum laude, Ourso College of...
Superintendent’s year-ending message
As we reach the end of another school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we have all been on and to express my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and partnership in my first year as superintendent. This year has been filled with...
Nicholls wins second consecutive Southland Tournament Championship
HAMMOND, La. (WVUE) - In the championship game of the Southland Tournament, Nicholls faced McNeese and aimed to win the title for a second straight year. McNeese scored first when Cooper Hext hit a solo home run to left field, taking an early lead. Nicholls responded in the second inning. With two runners on base, Parker Coddou hit a three-run homer to left field, giving Nicholls the lead.
Smiley: Don't mess with the Gator Queen
Our stories of strong women remind me of an alligator cooking contest in Franklin that I judged in the early days of this column. During breaks from judging the 36 dishes (fried, stewed, bisque, kabobs, cold salad, etc.) I chatted with the cooks. One of them was a petite young...
Family members of tortured Thibodaux teen turn to supporting her recovery
NAPOLEONVILLE, La. (WVUE) - Family members of a Thibodaux teen whom authorities said was sexually abused, set on fire and shot twice spoke to Fox 8 about the months of abuse she endured. Loved ones detailed the 15-year-old’s long road to recovery and shared how they’re coping with the unimaginable....
E. D. White Graduates their 2024 Senior Class
E.D. White Catholic High School held their Commencement Ceremony and Baccalaureate Mass on Friday, May 17 at the Warren J. Harang, Jr. Municipal Auditorium in Thibodaux. The Senior Class Motto is “Sometimes you never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” – Dr. Suess; Class Flower is the Lily; Class Saint in St. Padre Pio; and Class Song is “You’re Gonna Miss This” by Trace Atkins.
Morgan City police radio logs for May 22-23
The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605. 6:47 a.m. 700 block of Belanger Street; Medical. 7:31 a.m. 1600 block of Dale Street; Animal complaint. 7:35 a.m. 1000 block of Eighth Street; Remove...
Generator companies see increase in demand for hurricane season
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Predictions released Thursday by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric administration outline the busiest forecasted hurricane season in all 25 years that the group began issuing annual outlooks. Hurricane season is less than one week away, and some people are scrambling to get ready. Adam Ray...
Louisiana man accused in Ponzi scheme with fictitious E-trade account; deputies seek victims.
A Belle Rose man told friends he was investing their money in the market through E-Trade but was really running a Ponzi scheme, Assumption Parish sheriff's deputies said. Deputies arrested John Michael Thibodeaux, 44, on Friday after a five-month investigation following a complaint filed by his victims. Sheriff's office spokesman Lonny Cavalier said authorities have received calls from other potential victims as well and are still calculating how much money was involved.
Thibodaux couple charged with attempted murder in ‘gruesome’ crime involving a teen
A Thibodaux couple has been charged with attempted murder and other charges in connection with an investigation into crimes committed against a teen. Terrebonne Parish Tim Soignet held a press conference this week, announcing that Latonya Anna Harris, 40, and Terrence Washington, 41, both of Thibodaux, were arrested and charged in a series of violent offenses in connection with the investigation.
Highway closed in Ascension Parish due to overturned 18-wheeler
SORRENTO, La. (WAFB) - A highway is closed in Ascension Parish due to an overturned 18-wheeler. Deputies said the closure is impacting Highway 22 at Crawford Leblanc Boulevard in Sorrento. The incident happened on Monday, May 20. Drivers should expect heavy delays when traveling through the area. There is no...
CALENDAR: Upcoming Ascension Parish events
The Donaldsonville Downtown Development District will present Downtown Live at Crescent Park from 6-9 p.m. in June, July and August. Scheduled are Big Frank Lil Frank June 1, Michael Foster Project July 3 and Lil Wayne and the Same Ol' 2 Step Aug. 3. VFW concert. VFW Post 3693 in...
Assumption man arrested after alleged pyramid scheme defrauds multiple out of thousands
NAPOLEONVILLE — A Belle Rose man was arrested Friday after an investigation uncovered his connection to a pyramid scheme that defrauded several people, Assumption Parish deputies said. John Michael Thibodeaux, 44, was arrested on felony theft and illegal pyramid scheme charges. Thibodeaux's arrest comes after an investigation into multiple...
St. Gabriel teen who accidentally shot himself in critical condition
ST. GABRIEL - A teen shot accidentally shot himself in St. Gabriel on Tuesday night, St. Gabriel Police said. The 17-year-old shot himself with the gun around 8:52 p.m. on Bayou Paul Lane, police said. After police searched the property, they found a loaded gun that had been reported stolen days earlier out of St. Gabriel.
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