Central Primary quarter four first grade Honor Roll
Central Primary School is pleased to announce the recipients of their 2015-2016 Q4 Honor Roll. In order to be considered for honor roll, students in grades first through fifth must meet the following...
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Central Primary School is pleased to announce the recipients of their 2015-2016 Q4 Honor Roll. In order to be considered for honor roll, students in grades first through fifth must meet the following...
View ArticleDalai Lama worries about refugees in Europe as religions struggle to respond...
The Buddhist leader said Tuesday that there are too many refugees in Europe and urged leaders to focus on solving the crises in their homelands.
View ArticleHome Help: 5 easy tips for a stunning summer yard
TIP OF THE WEEKSummer's arrival brings longer days and more sunshine. This season also means more of your favorite outdoor activities, such as relaxing in the backyard or working in the garden. In...
View ArticleFederal SBA Disaster Assistance request granted
On May 5, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has granted his request that Assumption, St. James and St. John parishes qualify for disaster assistance...
View ArticleSchool Support Employees of the Year honored
The 2016 Support Employees of the Year were recognized by the Ascension Parish School Board. Awards were given to one support employee from each school plus one outstanding employee in each division:...
View ArticleGonzales Garden Club reflects on 2016 season
The Gonzales Garden Club ended their year of civic activities with a final meeting at the Clarion Inn on La. 30 and a Mike Anderson’s style luncheon hosted by Members Cynthia Cagnolatti and Conchita...
View ArticleWhy faith communities should take social media seriously
Social media sites are a challenging new frontier for faith communities. It's hard to become as popular as Pope Francis.
View ArticleTerry Marotta: Best to be born a female
Maybe it's all this endless daylight but things suddenly look as crisp to me as a head of iceberg lettuce in a chilly fridge — which is to say I'm noticing things now that I never noticed before.Like...
View ArticleIt Is What It Is: All most of us want is a little quiet time
Answer me honestly, aren't there times when you'd just love to hang a little sign around your neck that says, "Stay the hell away from me I just need some alone time." Maybe even one that has little...
View ArticleOpen-access database is launched to help in fight against cancer
The Genomic Data Commons, a part of the National Cancer Institute, will initially contain the raw genomic and clinical data for 12,000 patients. Besides detailed analyses of the molecular makeup of...
View ArticleFive for Families: Movies inspired by books
The recent release of Alice Through the Looking Glass continues the theme of movies based on books. Many of these movies are highly anticipated and offer a unique glimpse into the imagination.
View ArticleGet A Life: Realizing less is more
I truly do not believe that we want to be "mindless" consumers, yet it's becoming increasingly difficult to resist the seduction that's all around us. Advertisements for "stuff" are placed everywhere....
View ArticleSuzette Martinez Standring: Father’s Day: Calling all M.I.A. dads
Father's Day. For those with loving fathers, it's a time of gratitude. For others who don't know their dads, it hurts. A single mom told me, "I'll never get married. I'd rather raise my kids alone. I...
View ArticleDr. June Hall: How do I tell a guy I’m not interested in a date?
Dear Dr. June: I met someone and we exchanged numbers just to share some social information with each other. No big deal. I wasn't interested but I guess he was and I didn't read the signs. This guy...
View ArticleTap these sources for inspiration
When designing a landscape for water-efficiency, be sure to choose plants that are described as low-water use or drought-tolerant for your location.
View ArticleGo tropical with brightly flavored mango-chicken salad
With their tangy dressing and bright flavors, Asian-accented salads appeal when you want something light for dinner.
View ArticleAscension Council on Aging celebrates seniors with picnic
On Thursday, May 26, Ascension Council on Aging celebrated Older American’s Month with an outdoor picnic at the Donaldsonville Senior Center, with over 168 clients from the Gonzales and Donaldsonville...
View ArticleLaCOA visits House, Senate members
Louisiana Council on Aging members visited House and Senate members at the Louisiana State Capitol.
View ArticleWhy are millennials putting off marriage? Let me count the ways
Blame it on the economy. Or dating apps. For many young people across the country, putting off marriage - or even settling down with a partner long term - has become the norm.
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