The Plaquemines Parish council has taken the first step in the redistricting process. At their October 14 meeting, the council approved an ordinance that declared their nine districts were “mal-apportioned” and needed to be “redrawn.”

As impacts from Hurricane Ida fade and the recovery process loses the urgency it demanded from government officials in the past, port and council meetings are beginning to revolve around more typical conflicts. Specifically, at the October 14 Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District (PPHTD) meeting, port commissioners and port administration resumed the tense conversation about the port’s legal counsel.

Though Plaquemines Parish saw a slight increase in its COVID-19 testing positivity rate, the parish remains on a good track with its risk level. Based on the latest information available on the Louisiana Department of Health website, it is reported that from September 30 through October 6 Plaquemines had a positivity rate of 3.3 percent.

September 20, 2021 Suit 66963, Gulfco of Louisiana LLC, Tower Loan of Harvey vs. Laci M.

September 22, 2021 Ryan Michael Bowen, 40, Belle Chasse: telephone harassment, simple assault, violation of protective order. Ashlyn Plaisance Hood, 34, Gretna: contraband in a penal institution, driving while intoxicated (first offense), unlawful use of license, operating a vehicle with a suspended driver’s license, possession of schedule II controlled dangerous substance, attempted possession of a controlled dangerous substance by fraud or subterfuge.

The United States is the greatest supporter of world terrorism. Not that America philosophically sympathizes with their political and social aspirations.

Hurricane Ida left a devastating impact on Southeastern Louisiana, and many people were displaced. It’s no surprise that with a hurricane as devastating as this one, every aspect of our lives were and continue to be impacted. The Louisiana SPCA knows firsthand that what happens to people, happens to pets as well.

Woodlands Conservancy's 2021 Hike-A-Thon is an effort to raise funds and awareness for local land conservation. “We all could use a break now,” said Woodlands Conservancy Executive Director Katie Brasted. “What could be better than taking a break in nature that gives back to the community?” Woodlands Conservancy’s 2021 Hike-a-Thon challenges participants to hike a marathon, 26.2 miles during the month of October. Sponsors for the event include Phillips 66 Alliance Refinery, Couvillion Marine Services and Team Sponsor, Power System Specialists.