The Louisiana Department of Education (LDE) will make a significant reduction in student testing time on state assessments, drawing praise from the leader of the Pointe Coupee Parish School District. …
Additional budget cuts to programs for Louisiana’s youngest learners could further threaten academic growth of school-age children, according to an official who oversees early childhood education …
Early voting for the Nov. 5 election will be held Friday, Oct. 18, through Tuesday, Oct. 29, for a slate of ballots ranging from the next U.S. president and congressional races to the Livonia Town …
Peter Williams says he possesses a quality his opponents lack in the Nov. 5 race for Congress.
John C. Aguillard American Legion Post 560 will host its inaugural Black-Tie Gala to commemorate its 75th anniversary. The gala will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, at the William H. Scott Civic …
A free program in Morganza will provide education on how to keep hunting trips safe. The Hunter’s Safety Field Day will offer updates and refresher courses on what to do – or not to do – while …
The Pointe Coupee Parish Animal Shelter has joined the Bissell Pet Foundation’s “Fall National Empty the Shelters” event. Through Tuesday, Oct.
An event that brought together law enforcement with local and area residents drew more than 300 people to Glaser Park in Livonia. The Second Annual “Law Enforcement Night Out” on Oct.
Pointe Coupee Parish Arrests September 23, 2024– September 29, 2024 This list is provided by the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those listed are INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY.
19th Year Appreciation Celebration Reverend Dr. A.
Fall is creeping in and so are October and Halloween events and activities in Pointe Coupee Parish. Here is a list of events coming up.
The Pointe Coupee Parish 4-H’s annual Sweet Potato Sale is accepting orders. Order sizes and costs are 10 pounds, $12; 20 pounds, $18; and 40 pounds, $30.
Vendors are sought for the annual Harvest Festival, set for Friday through Sunday, Nov. 1-3, along False River in New Roads.
Uncertainty looms around Gov. Jeff Landry’s plan for a special session to reshape Louisiana’s complicated tax structure, and concern is not limited to the statewide level.
Friends and employees are remembering Wade O’Neal III as a prominent bank leader who constantly gave his time to help others. O’Neal, the president and CEO of Guaranty Bank and a prominent civic …
The Pointe Coupee Parish Fire District Board accepted the retirement of longtime District 1 Fire Chief Cary Manuel at its meeting Monday night. Manuel resigned amid budgetary turmoil and a lack of …
New Roads is among 24 Louisiana municipalities that received accreditation as “Main Street America” for 2024, the Office of the Lieutenant Governor announced. The Main Street organizations met …
Peter Williams has announced his candidacy for Louisiana’s 6th District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Below is his statement “Greetings to all families and voters in Pointe Coupee, …
