Leonville
LATEST NEWS
The Dallas Cowboys Should Trade Dak Prescott to the New Orleans Saints
While Cowboys fans may read the title and immediately rush to the comments section, I challenge everyone to hear the WHY behind a potential Dak Prescott trade for the Cowboys. We are preferencing that this article is A PREDICTION, not a REPORT!. CeeDee Lamb is another name that’s been thrown...
Spill in South Louisiana bayou. Here's what we know.
Editor's note: This story has been updated for clarity. An spill has been found in Bayou Lafourche near Raceland. According to Bayou Lafourche Fresh Water Executive Director Dustin Rabalais, around 9 a.m. the district was alerted to a spill within the bayou around LA 90. Speaking on the phone, en route to the spill,...
Conrad Shipyard holds recognition ceremony for Navy YRBM
Conrad Shipyard LLC, Morgan City, La., held a first-in-class recognition ceremony in July at Conrad’s Amelia, La., shipyard for the new 151'4"×49'4"×14' yard, repair, berthing, and messing (YRBM) barge — YRBM 57 — for the U.S. Navy. Back in 2022, Conrad signed a contract worth...
AP Schools names Barry Whittington Principal of Dutchtown High School
Ascension Public Schools announces the appointment of four new school administrators, including Dutchtown High Principal Barry Whittington. “It is with great enthusiasm that we welcome these new leaders who bring a wealth of experience to our schools. Their dedication to student success and commitment to fostering a positive learning environment will undoubtedly enhance our educational community,” said Superintendent Edith Walker, Ed.D.
Picou and Plaisance earn back-to-back Junior Anglers of the Year titles
Imagine weighing in at least one keeper bass in 26 consecutive Louisiana High School B.A.S.S. Nation tournaments, which is what Piers Picou of Houma and Jaxon Plaisance of Morgan City accomplished while fishing the circuit’s Junior Division. That remarkable feat fueled back-to-back Anglers of the Year (AOY) titles in...
St. Gabriel Police officer arrested for domestic violence charges, placed on administrative leave
GONZALES - An officer with the St. Gabriel Police Department was arrested for domestic abuse, according to the Gonzales Police Department. Officers were dispatched Friday at 2 p.m. in reference to a disturbance. As a result, Ronald Monroe Jr. was arrested. Monroe was arrested for domestic abuse aggravated assault, domestic...
McNeese Announces Fan Fest For August 17th
Some pretty awesome news came Friday Morning when McNeese State University announced that McNeese Athletics will be holding a Poke Nation Fan Fest on August 17 in the concourse of the Legacy Center. Poke Nation Fan Fest offers fans the perfect opportunity to immerse themselves in the upcoming football season....
Louisiana fugitive arrested in Lock Haven
Lock Haven, Pa. — Police arrested a Louisiana fugitive in Clinton County. Christopher James Kelley, 32, was stopped by police for a traffic violation on the 200 block of Woodward Ave, in Lock Haven. Kelley was found to have an outstanding warrant for a drug offense out of the Jefferson Parrish Sheriff's Office in Louisiana, according to a release from the Woodward Township Police Department. Kelley was taken into custody, charged for being a fugitive from justice, according to the release from Woodward Township Police Department. He is currently at the Clinton County Correctional Facility awaiting extradition to Louisiana.
Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy – Louisiana Stores to Close
Furniture and appliance shoppers in cities such as Lake Charles, Lafayette, Alexandria, Shreveport, Baton Rouge, Monroe, Port Allen, and the Greater New Orleans area might soon find themselves with one less option when it comes to furnishing and outfitting their homes. A one-time leader in the furniture and appliance industry has officially confirmed it has filed for bankruptcy protection as of this past Tuesday.
Renaissance Publishing to Produce Program for Lafayette Arts Organization
LAFAYETTE, La. – Performing Arts Serving Acadiana has selected Renaissance Publishing (owner of Biz New Orleans) to publish its annual program. “We are excited to partner with Renaissance Publishing for the program for our upcoming performances,” says Jacqueline Lyle, PASA’s executive director. “Their reputation for producing high-quality publications aligns perfectly with our goal of enriching the cultural life of Acadiana through outstanding performing arts experiences.”
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.