in the garden
in the garden
Anna Timmerman Lsu Ac H A
Mole Crickets Making an Appearance in LawnsIf your lawn is looking a little torn up, you may have a mole cricket problem.
Monday, July 13, 2026
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For 25 years the Belle Chasse mission team has been dedicated to serving those who need it the most.
25 Years of Mexico Mission Trips
Emilie Adams
For over 25 years, members of the Plaquemines community have been giving their time and effort through various mission trips all to different communities throughout Mexico. These trips focus on the underprivileged and offer medical, dental, and construction help.
Monday, July 13, 2026
Privatization of Mosquito Control Department Fails by Split Vote
Justin Walton
The Plaquemines Parish Council considered an ordinance to “dissolve” the government’s mosquito control department and outsource mosquito control responsibilities to Vector Disease Control International at its July 9 meeting.
Monday, July 13, 2026
Plaquemines School District Ranks Third in State on LEAP Exams
Justin Walton
The Plaquemines Parish school system continues to rank as one of the highest performing public school systems in the state of Louisiana.
Monday, July 13, 2026
Despite Concerns of 'Malfeasance', Port Commissioners Appoint New Executive Director
Justin Walton
After months of the Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District (PPHTD) struggling through a tense transitional period—where commissioners attempted to manage port operations without centralized leadership and numerous highend staff members resigned— the port has finally hired the next Executive...
Monday, July 13, 2026
Leo Palazzo
Former Parish Attorney and 33-year Veteran of Law Leo Palazzo Will Qualify for Plaquemines Parish District Attorney
News Staff
Prominent Belle Chasse attorney and businessman Leo Palazzo, a 33-year veteran of law who has served in nearly every jurisdiction in Louisiana’s justice system, announced today that he will qualify on August 5th as a candidate for District Attorney of Plaquemines Parish.Palazzo graduated from the...
Monday, July 13, 2026
Sheriff Turlich Increases Sales Tax Rate in Lead Up to Venture Global Expansion
Justin Walton
Back in May 2025, Plaquemines Parish voters approved an additional sales and use tax proposal for the Plaquemines Parish Sheriff’s Office (PPSO).
Monday, July 13, 2026
The entire Louisiana delegation featuring coaches and athletes from basketball, bocce, bowling, swimming, and track & field teams. Our group was called out and recognized by fans from all over for being the best dressed from head to toe. Team Louisiana made us so proud!
Plaquemines Parish Special Olympics Athletes Shine at the 2026 USA Games
News Staff
Four athletes and one coach were selected to Team Louisiana to travel to the USA Games in Minnesota. Last week the event was covered by multiple broadcasts companies such as ESPN, CBS, and Fox News.
Monday, July 6, 2026
PEACE & JUSTICE
PEACE & JUSTICE
Jim Brown
Independence Day to most Americans means a threeday weekend with gatherings of family and friends, barbecues, parties, games, food, parades, baseball games and fireworks.
Monday, July 6, 2026
POINT OF VIEW
POINT OF VIEW
Ron Chapman
This July 4th, the United States celebrates our 250th Anniversary.
Monday, July 6, 2026