Columbus
LATEST NEWS
2 win scholarships from Jefferson Parish Republican Women
SCHOLARSHIPS: Eden Becnel, from Academy of Our Lady in Marrero, and Lauren Saunders, from Mount Carmel Academy in New Orleans, were named recipients of the Republican Women's Club of Jefferson Parish $1,000 scholarships. The scholarships are awarded annually to two high school seniors who reside in Jefferson Parish. Mary Anderson is RWCJP scholarship chair.
Boil water advisory lifted for Barataria, Grand Isle's advisory remains in place
A boil water advisory issued over the weekend has been lifted for one area of Jefferson Parish. The advisory was lifted for the Privateer side of Barataria. However, the advisory remains in effect for Grand Isle. A Jefferson Parish spokesperson says this is due to a loss of pressure in...
From donating bulletproof vests to kids' books, Jefferson volunteers improve the community
For more than eight decades, members of a Jefferson Parish organization have been quietly working behind the scenes to help the community, with activities ranging from donating bulletproof vests to the Sheriff's Office, to giving books to young children and providing toiletries to the homeless. Jefferson Volunteers for Family and...
Boil Water Advisory issued for Grand Isle and Barataria
JEFFERSON, La. (WVUE) - The Jefferson Parish Water Department, in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Health, has issued a boil water advisory for Grand Isle and the Privateer side of Barataria. This advisory is due to a loss of pressure in the distribution system caused by a broken water...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.