Lafourche Head Start celebrates the program’s 58th anniversary
Check out photos from the fun classroom celebrations here!Lafourche Parish Public Library offering new sewing machine lessons for teens and tweens
Each workshop will teach the participants new sewing skills, while completing a fun project!From the grocery store to the garden: A guide to homegrown pineapples
LSU Ag explains how to grow the sweet, tart and juicy fruit at home!Applications Open for Alligator Lottery Harvests LDWF Announces
LDWF will conduct alligator lottery harvests on several properties this fall.Houma hosts team of experts to help plan future Bayou Terrebonne Paddle Trail
Local experts met with the Hache Grant Association and Houma Main Street to share ideas, practices, and funding opportunities for the future Bayou Terrebonne Paddle Trail.LPPL provides top reads in honor of Memorial Day
"Salute our fallen and give thanks to our nation's heroes with these reads in honor of Memorial Day," reads a statement from LPPL.LDWF provides boating tips for a safe Memorial Day Weekend
So far, in 2023 Louisiana has reported four boating fatalities. In 2022, Louisiana reported 29 fatalities. As we approach the beginning of the spring and summer boating season, LDWF Enforcement Division urges boaters to take safety seriously while on the water.Brothers in Blue donates toys to assist in victim interviews to the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office SVU
These comforting toys will help countless young victims feel more at ease during interviews with the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office SVU.Ellender Memorial High School announces appointment of new principal
Congratulations to Dr. Markita Grant for being named Ellender's next principal!Vandebilt Indoor Percussion Band receives commendation from Terrebonne Parish Council
Last night, the Terrebonne Parish Council recognized the members of the Vandebilt Indoor Percussion Band for their outstanding recent successes.Local Girl Scout Unit hosts Bridging Ceremony for Houma-Terrebonne members
Girl Scout Service Unit 263 honored their local members last night at a special ceremony! Check out photos from the event below.Lafourche Head Start hosts first-ever preschool graduation
Congratulations to the youngest graduates in Lafourche Parish!Here are your local splash parks and pools to enjoy this summer
Bring on the summer heat!United Houma Nation is searching for volunteers for an upcoming event
The United Houma Nations has announced that they are requesting volunteers to help at their upcoming drive thru food and supplies event on Saturday, June 10, […]Friends N Mimosas presents Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center with donation this past weekend
The nonprofit organization raised funds for breast cancer awareness at their Brans N Brunch event on May 7, 2023.Keller Williams Realty partners with Lafourche Arc for day of giving back
Check out the photos below from the local Keller Williams' Red Day, 1950's themed sock hop for Lafourche Arc!Here are the winners of the 3rd Annual Wings for the Win Cook-Off!
Thanks to all the teams and community members who came out in support of this great event!H.L. Bourgeois recognizes longest serving teacher
This exceptional educator served at the local high school for four decades!LDWF Enforcement Division Participating in “Safe Boating Week” May 20-26
LDWF agents will be out in full force as always during the week to perform boating safety checks that includes making sure all personal flotation device (PFD) regulations are being followed and that each vessel has a sober operator.Three generations of Vandebilt teachers reflect on their first year together
It's been a memorable year for three VCHS faculty members, who also happen to be family. Mother, daughter and grandson were all teachers together for the 2022-23 school year.Junior Auxiliary of Houma nationally recognized with four awards
The National Association of Junior Auxiliaries recently presented the local chapter with four prestigious awards.Whether you call it chaste tree or vitex, it’s a great landscape plant
If you prize plants that don’t require a lot of care but pack a beautiful punch, you can’t do better than chaste trees!Local teacher shares memories as Lacache Middle School closes its doors in Chauvin
As of the 2023-2024 school year, there will be no open and active schools in the Chauvin community.Congratulations to the EMT program students from South Terrebonne High School
After successful completion of their written test, the students will become Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technicians, and can enter the workforce immediately!Luminate Houma announces fundraiser to help bassist Taylor Matherne recover from stray bullet wound
"I would like for people to know that the community is rallying behind Taylor, and encourage anyone who can donate to do so," said Daniel Babin. "Luminate Houma was started so we could connect people to downtown using music and art. I don't want people to associate what happened to Taylor with Downtown Houma, because we are so much better than that."Newly Refreshed Cajun Bayou Food Trail Launches with Three New Restaurants
Louisiana’s Cajun Bayou invites everyone to “wander off the eatin’ path” and immerse their palate in authentic Cajun cuisine.Acadia Music Fest 2023 lineup announced
Check out the musicians who will be performing this year at Thibodaux's largest outdoor music festival!Honoring Louisiana’s Law Enforcement during National Police Week
"This year’s commemoration comes with the crime epidemic on the minds of so many of our neighbors, especially in light of U.S News and World Report recently ranking Louisiana as the worst state in the country for violent crime," said Attorney General Jeff Landry.Voting is now open to name the Bayou Terrebonne alligator sculpture
It's time to vote on the top four names for the famous gator!TPL partners with Keep Louisiana Beautiful for community clean up kits
“We encourage you to have fun with it. Play some music and dance your way to a cleaner Louisiana,” said Susan Russell, KLB Executive Director.LDWF honors Enforcement Internship Program graduates
Congratulations to Nicholls State University student Caleb Compeaux!Two students donate Lemonade Day earnings to Bayou Regional Arts Council
These two kids are already making a difference in their community!Learn the Facts about Stroke at WellTalk with Thibodaux Regional
While Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S., it is also the principal cause of disability in adults.Congratulations to the 5th Annual Mud Bug Boil-Off Winners!
Congratulations to the winners of the 5th Annual Mud Bug Boil-Off, hosted by the Thibodaux Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #52!City of Thibodaux receives 10 trash receptacles through Keep Louisiana Beautiful Grant to Prevent Litter in Thibodaux Parks
“Litter is hurting our quality of life in Thibodaux,” says Kevin Clement, Mayor for the City of Thibodaux. “With these new receptacles installed, we will be able to reduce litter and keep our community clean and beautiful.”Avant-garde alligators: research in sustainable fashion
"Fashion as an industry has a huge impact on the environment. It is important to find ways to reduce waste and to utilize materials in an ethical and sustainable manner,” Stannard said. “This research project is just one step in that direction, and I'm excited to see what else we can achieve in the future."Plenty of Fish Caught During the Get Out & Fish! events at Bogue Chitto State Park and Bayou Country Sports Park
The goal of the program is to provide an excellent opportunity for anglers of all ages to catch and take home nice catfish. Congratulations to the winners!Explore Houma is searching for models– apply today!
Explore Houma is seeking models to help them showcase what Terrebonne Parish has to offer.Check out these local Mother’s Day events!
Still looking for something special to do for Mother's Day? Look no further!BRAC announces naming contest for newly-restored alligator sculpture
The staple of Bayou Terrebonne is new and improved-- but needs a name!LDWF: 2023 Turkey Season Produced Another Higher Than Average Harvest For Hunters
“Good weather conditions throughout the season combined with relatively good reproduction in some management regions of the state the last two years are likely contributing factors to the harvest increase,” said Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Small Game Program Manager Cody Cedotal.TPC proclaims “National Hospital Week” in Terrebonne Parish
The Terrebonne Parish Council recognized local hospitals in their important work caring for the community.Geaux Paddle to establish second location along Bayou Lafourche!
The Lafourche Parish Council unanimously approved the project that aims to provide a fun and affordable way for residents to enjoy local waterways, enhance cultural appreciation, and bring people together while engaging in healthy activities!Several Lemonade Day participants donate proceeds to local charities
What’s better than delicious lemonade on a hot day– for a good cause! Lots of local young entrepreneurs participated in Synergy Bank’s Lemonade Day on Saturday, […]TPC proclaims “National Nurses Week” in Terrebonne Parish
The Terrebonne Parish Council honored practicing and retired nurses in the community at their meeting last night.Submit your work to the Louisiana Author Project Contest
Enter to get your work recognized and for the chance to win $1,000!South Terrebonne High senior signs letter of intent for Nicholls State University
The senior will be running track and field and cross country for the Colonels this fall.Two CASA of Terrebonne members honored at Louisiana CASA Awards of Excellence
Congratulations to the whole CASA of Terrebonne team!Two local students move onto national level in Elk’s Americanism Essay Contest
The two girls wrote winning essays answering the question, "What is your American Dream?"Dr. Quenton Fontenot of Nicholls State University speaks at N.O. Jazz Fest!
The Head of the Department of Biological Sciences was able to share the important work being done at Nicholls State University with the world!