PHS Drama Club Announces New Production

Bring the whole family to the Ponchatoula High School auditorium on March 1-3 to see the entertaining comedy, “The Curious Savage.”The cast and crew of this popular production have been working hard since January to prepare and are excited to bring their talents to the stage.

Libation Liftoff a Big Hit with HRAC Patrons

The Hammond Regional Arts Center hosted its unique yearly fundraising event, “Art of the Cocktail,” on Saturday, February 24, with a “Cosmic Cocktails” theme that had guests ready for an out-of-thisworld experience.

PARD #1 Receives 4 Trash Receptacles Through Keep Louisiana Beautiful Grant

Ponchatoula Area Recreation District #1 is pleased to be selected as one of the 71 recipients of the 202324 Keep Louisiana Beautiful Trash Receptacle Grant program, made possible with funding from the State of Louisiana and the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.

Lion Up Recovery to Host Conference in March

HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University’s LION UP Recovery will sponsor the Louisiana Recovery Capital Conference on March 7 and 8.

Southeastern Sees Growth in Enrollment

HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University’s spring semester has shown growth in nearly all student categories, the university recently reported.The university realized solid increases in enrollment across both undergraduate and graduate students.

iPad Kids

An alarming number of today’s youth are the first generation of children growing up with a tablet, phone, or other electronic gadget as a babysitter. We see it everywhere we go these days.

Dr. Magic to Return to Santa Fe

Other than during the COVID shutdowns, magician, Dr. Magic, has entertained at the Santa Fe restaurant in Hammond every Wednesday for thirteen years. He’s taking a vacation for a few weeks, but he will be back.“I need some time off,” Dr. Magic said. “I’m not as young as I used to be.

Real Estate Revelations

Did you know that an agent can be owed a commission even if the sale doesn’t go through?According to most listing agreements, when an agent brings you a buyer who is ready, willing, and able to buy at the price on the agreement, the commission is due.

The Iron Lake Club

Hello Gershom, I don’t have any good fishing stories to tell this week. We did have a little excitement last Saturday, though. The snow was pretty mushy out on the lake, and that’s no fun to fish in.

Spritz It Up!

When we think of BBQ, we envision enjoying wonderfully cooked meats over fire or smoke while gathered with family and friends. The key ingredient to outstanding BBQ is paying attention to all the details and steps along the way.