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TEAM 2 TRAFFIC: La. 42 reopened at La. 930 in Prairieville after multi-car crash
PRAIRIEVILLE — The westbound lane of La. 42 at La. 930 was shut down Monday after a multi-vehicle crash. It has since reopened. The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said the crash left drivers and passengers with minor injuries and to expect delays when traveling in the area. Ascension Parish...
Ascension Parish Library receives donation for adult high school program, seed library
Three Ascension Parish residents will soon have the opportunity to complete their high school education with a $5,000 donation from Nutrien. The gift will fund three scholarships for residents aged 21 and older to attend Excel Adult High School, an accredited online program offered by APL. The donation will also cover the cost of a laptop for one student who may not have a way to access their classes.
Free pre-service classes for aspiring bus drivers happening in Ascension Parish
GONZALES, La. (WAFB) - The Ascension Parish Public School System is looking for more school bus drivers. Anyone interested in becoming one is invited to attend free pre-service classes in July. The school district is holding the pre-service classes from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on July 8-11 and July...
The Leadership Ascension Program Graduates Its 29th class
The Ascension Chamber of Commerce recently completed its 29th year of its Leadership Ascension program. Before a crowd of more than 100 community leaders, alumni supporters and sponsors, the chamber honored the Class of 2024 graduates in a ceremony at the Parc 73 Reception & Conference Center. Leadership Ascension, like...
Man on bicycle killed after being hit by car in Gonzales
GONZALES, La. (BRPROUD) — A bicyclist has died days after being hit by a car in Ascension Parish. According to Louisiana State Police, on July 1, troopers were responding to a crash near La Highway 429 and Martin Road. During the investigation, police learned Chant Parker, 39, of St....
St. Amant bicyclist dies days after being hit
ASCENSION — A bicyclist from St. Amant was injured severely after being hit by a vehicle and died days later at a hospital. Shortly after 4:00 p.m. on July 1st, Louisiana State Police Troopers responded to a crash involving a bicyclist from St. Amant on Hwy. 429 and Martin Rd. in Ascension Parish.
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