Louisiana’s Insurance Crisis: I GOTTA CHECK!

Louisiana is a beautiful state, rich with culture, rivers, and abundant natural resources. But living here has become very expensive, with families paying far more for insurance than residents of most other states. From homes to cars to flood insurance, the numbers are striking.

We Are Thankful!

Being thankful means noticing the good things in our lives and appreciating them. Even small things—like a sunny day, a fun game at recess, or a smile from a friend—can give us reasons to be thankful. When we take time to think about these moments, it helps us feel happier and more positive.

Louisiana School Performance Score Increases for Fourth Consecutive Year

The Louisiana Department of Ed ucation (LDOE) released School and District Performance Scores for the 2024-2025 school year today, mark ing the fourth consecutive year of statewide improvement. Louisiana students achieved the highest over all score under the current 150-point system.

in the garden

Planting Blueberries in Swampy, Clay-Heavy,Alkaline Soils- What to KnowLast week’s Plant the Parish tree giveaways and articles on fruit planting in the area led to several great questions about how to establish and plant a good patch of blueberries in our area.

Sheriff Turlich Joins the Residents at RiverBend Nursing Home for Bingo

Sheriff Jerry Turlich, along with members of the PPSO Special Operations Division, joined the residents of RiverBend Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for a little BINGO fun.

Parish Government Joins State Wide Port Association

The Plaquemines Parish Government (PPG) recently joined the Ports Association of Louisiana (PAL) as an “associate member,” with representatives from the government having already attended their first meeting as members of this state-wide port organization on November 12 and 13 in Natchitoches.

Plaquemines Parish Suits Filed

November 10, 2025Suit #70153: Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Gary A. Shefcyk - Open Account.Suit #70154: Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Jeramy Kieff - Open Account.Suit #70155: Kristin Nichols, Lauren Oneill vs.