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Jake's Sports Camp Sent to Host 6th Annual Event on May 26

Justin Walton
Monday, May 18, 2026
With the school year concluding, summer camps are just around the corner. One annual summer camp will give Plaquemines Parish children the opportunity to get outside and participate in team sports. Specifically, Jake's Sport Camp is scheduled from May 26 through May 29.
From left: Plaquemines Coastal Director Kimberly Buck, Executive Director Michael Hare, CPRA Chairman Gordon “Gordy” Dove, St. Bernard Parish President Louis Pomes, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) New Orleans District Commander Col. Scotty Autin, Plaquemines Parish President Keith Hinkley, and St. Bernard Coastal Manager John Lane. Photo from CPRA

From left: Plaquemines Coastal Director Kimberly Buck, Executive Director Michael Hare, CPRA Chairman Gordon “Gordy” Dove, St. Bernard Parish President Louis Pomes, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) New Orleans District Commander Col. Scotty Autin, Plaquemines Parish President Keith Hinkley, and St. Bernard Coastal Manager John Lane. Photo from CPRA

Plaquemines Officials Attend Gathering to Celebrate Coastal Projects in Breton Sound Basin

Justin Walton
Monday, May 18, 2026
Officials with the Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority (CPRA), the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Plaquemines Parish Government, and the St.
Senator Bill Cassidy held a press conference recently to celebrate the success of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Oset (GPO), which were repealed by the Social Security Fairness Act, signed in January 2025. Public Servants such as police ocers, firefighters, and educators benefited from increased retirement benefits. Cassidy had worked on the eort since he was in Congress in 2009.

Senator Bill Cassidy held a press conference recently to celebrate the success of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Oset (GPO), which were repealed by the Social Security Fairness Act, signed in January 2025. Public Servants such as police ocers, firefighters, and educators benefited from increased retirement benefits. Cassidy had worked on the eort since he was in Congress in 2009.

Decades-Long Fight Ends in Victory for Local Public Servants

Dale Benoit Dale@plaqueminesgazette.com
Monday, May 11, 2026
A 40-year battle over retirement benefits has finally come to an end, bringing relief and life-changing financial security to thousands of retired public servants across Louisiana.During a recent press conference at the JEDCO Conference Center, U.S.
Palazzo Family St. Joseph Altar Raises $11,120 for Plaquemines Parish Special Education Department

Palazzo Family St. Joseph Altar Raises $11,120 for Plaquemines Parish Special Education Department

Palazzo Family St. Joseph Altar Raises $11,120 for Plaquemines Parish Special Education Department

News Staff
Monday, May 11, 2026
The Palazzo Family’s annual St. Joseph Altar celebration raised $11,120 this year to benefit the Plaquemines Parish School Board Special Education Department.The funds will be used to supply equipment and communication resources for the classrooms throughout all schools in Plaquemines Parish.The St.
POINT OF VIEW

POINT OF VIEW

POINT OF VIEW

Ron Chapman
Monday, May 11, 2026
Something we all dread, but hope to achieve, is old age. The dread comes with the realization that things we do without a second thought will become physical and possibly mental challenges as we mature. The actor Robert Redford had a great reflection on this on YouTube.
FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

FROM A RECOVERING POLITICIAN

Garey Forster
Monday, May 11, 2026
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) struck down Louisiana’s Congressional map in a 6-3 Voting Rights ruling on April 29th. If you’re a regular reader, you’re familiar with Louisiana v Callais.
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