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As saltwater continues to creep up the Mississippi River and threaten the drinking supply of many New Orleans-area citizens, community members in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes have begun wondering how this crisis will affect our local drinking water. Read more here.

UPDATE: Investigators found no explosive devices anywhere on campus and have given the all clear.

The 2023 PAR Guide covers the potential impact of eight constitutional amendments the public will consider on the Oct. 14 and Nov. 18 ballots. This nonpartisan, educational review helps you understand the issues and the proposed changes so you can develop your own positions on each proposition.

Lafourche Parish is also a “No Refusal” parish, meaning if a suspected drunk driver refuses a breathalyzer test, deputies will seek a search warrant to have that person’s blood tested.

Morgan City is seeking artists to enter submissions to paint the city's newest mural, which will bring color to downtown Morgan City and highlight the community's relationship with the Atchafalaya River.

On September 25, 2023, shortly after 4:00 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop C began investigating a single-vehicle fatality crash on U.S. Highway 90 eastbound near the Louisiana Highway 182 - Raceland/Houma exit (Exit 210). The crash claimed the life of 60-year-old Jerry Fruge of Terrytown. 

Early voting for the primary election will run Saturday, September 30, 2023, through Saturday, October 7, 2023.

Fourchon Oilman’s Association (FOA) proudly announces it is accepting grant applications from nonprofit organizations, evidence of its renewed commitment to supporting the local community.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre recently presented certificates of commendation, awards, and more to over 100 employees and citizens for outstanding work at the Lafourche Pride Awards last weekend. See the complete list of winners here:

State Representative Tanner Magee has been announced as the recipient of the Sue Turner Preservationist of the Year Award from the Louisiana Trust for Historic Preservation for his work on the State Historic Tax Credit.

The new Precision Agriculture and Advanced Manufacturing Center will bring much needed state-of-the-art agricultural education to the region, providing training for young workers entering the industry.

Savanne Road in Houma is now open to vehicular traffic. 

Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet is very pleased to announce the promotion of Joseph Crappel, to the rank of Captain, and Assistant Commander of the Narcotics Division and Shelly Liner, to the rank of Major, and Commander of the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division.

On September 23, 2023, shortly before 7:00 a.m., Louisiana State Police Troop C began investigating a fatality crash involving a bicyclist on Louisiana Highway 308 near Lasseigne Road. The crash claimed the life of 70-year-old Melvin Mead Jr. of Thibodaux. 

Congratulations to the Terrebonne Parish students named Senior High Honor Band and Choir members! Read their names here.