Nicholls to host ‘True Stories’ in Ameen Art Gallery
THIBODAUX, La. –The Nicholls State University Department of Art will host a ceramic figure exhibition from a prominent southern artist in the Ameen Art Gallery….
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Nicholls to host ‘True Stories’ in Ameen Art Gallery
THIBODAUX, La. –The Nicholls State University Department of Art will host a ceramic figure exhibition from a prominent southern artist in the Ameen Art Gallery….
Former tropical storm could re-emerge, threaten Texas coast
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Forecasters say resurgent remnants of Tropical Storm Harvey could threaten Texas late this week. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami…
Bicyclist Dies in Early Morning Crash near Lafayette
Judice – Shortly after 5:30 am on August 22, 2017, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a fatal crash on LA 342…
Hunter Education Course Scheduled for this Sunday
A Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Hunter Education course has been scheduled through the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office for this Sunday, August 27,…
DOTD announces alternating lane closures on old bridge
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that on Thursday, August 24, there will be alternating lane closures in the eastbound and westbound…
Bicyclist Dies from Injuries Sustained in St. Mary Parish Crash
St. Mary Parish – On August 17, 2017 shortly after 6:00 am, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a critical injury crash…
US coast-to-coast total eclipse comes to an end
The first total solar eclipse to sweep the U.S. coast to coast in nearly a century has come to an end in South Carolina. Americans…
Neighborhood Watch Meeting Set for Tuesday Night in Morgan City
The Morgan City Police Department will be holding a neighborhood watch meeting for section 3 Tuesday night. The meeting will be held at First Baptist…
MCPD participating in the “Drive sober or get pulled over” campaign
The Morgan City Police Department said it will participate in the “DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER” Campaign that began on August 18, 2017, until…
UPDATED: Two arrests made in connection with kidnapping of 7 year old in Morgan City
UPDATE: The incident is what investigators consider to be a “Family Abduction”. Police said the suspects were extended family members of the victim. During the…
Coast Guard discovers drugs while boarding vessel near Vermilion Bay
NEW ORLEANS – The Coast Guard found drugs during a law enforcement boarding on a commercial fishing vessel near Vermilion Bay, Louisiana on Friday. Boarding…
MCPD Detectives seeking public’s assistance in identifying suspect in theft investigation
The Morgan City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in a theft investigation. MCPD reports indicate that the male subject…
Nicholls to host World War I exhibit
THIBODAUX, La. — This year is the 100th anniversary of the United States entrance into World War I and Ellender Memorial Library at Nicholls State…
Preseason longshots the past two years have ended up winning the Heisman Trophy.
Last year, Louisville’s Lamar Jackson had 50-1 odds when practices started. Jackson quickly became the odds-on favorite though after his performance in the first three…
Sheriff Recognizes Deputy of the 2nd Quarter
Sheriff Mark Hebert announces the Deputy of the Quarter for the second quarter of 2017. Uniformed Patrol Section Deputy Jimmy Stinnett, Jr. accepted the award…
Arden Key could be out for season opener
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU coach Ed Orgeron says he does not expect Tigers single-season sack record holder Arden Key to have recovered enough…
Public Assistance needed in Wanted Persons Search of Patterson Police Suspects
Update: One of the suspects, Tamoz Allen, has been located and arrested by Patterson Police. The Morgan City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance…
Stages and times of the eclipse on August 21, 2017 in St. Mary Parish
Many will head outside Monday to catch a glimpse of the solar eclipse. Those wishing to view the eclipse should remember to protect their eyes….
Stephensville man arrested in connection with residential burglary
BAYOU L’OURSE, La. – Assumption Parish Sheriff Leland Falcon reports the arrest of Ryan Vaughn, 33, of 1057 Tower Tank Road, Stephensville, LA, in connection…
Louisiana’s contentious education plan wins federal approval
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana has received federal approval for its contested redesign of state education policies, submitted by education officials over the objections…
Lafourche Parish Detectives Seek to Identify Camp Burglary Suspect
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced detectives are attempting to identify a suspect in a burglary investigation. A camp located in the 7000 block of…
Solar Eclipse Blood Drive
MORGAN CITY, LA— As the sun aligns with the moon on August 21, United Blood Services is giving blood donors the opportunity to align their…
Nicholls, Port of South Louisiana partner on coastal restoration research
THIBODAUX, La. — Nicholls State University and the Port of South Louisiana have partnered to boost coastal restoration research at the Nicholls Farm. “The Port…
LSU reserve quarterback decides to transfer
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU coach Ed Orgeron says reserve quarterback Lindsey Scott Jr. has decided to transfer. Scott, a redshirt freshman, is a…
Ham Radio Showcases Berwick Lighthouse Around The World
The Berwick Riverfront Pavilion is the place to be on Saturday for the 4th annual Ham Radio Lighthouse Day. This International event features amplified radio…