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All About the Boot

All About the Boot

All About the Boot

On May 14, the United States Senate passed Sen. John Kennedy’s (R-La.) resolution to withhold pay from senators during government shutdowns. Kennedy’s resolution, which passed by voice vote, will take effect following the midterm elections in November.“This is about shared sacrifice.
The American Experiment: 250 Years Later

The American Experiment: 250 Years Later

The American Experiment: 250 Years Later

When We Stop Carrying the Weight In 1806, Rhoda Holly Singleton Mixon arrived by wagon train with her daughter, Martha, in what would become the Village of Tangipahoa.Try to imagine that for a moment. Not as a line in a history book. As a mother.
The NOs Have it

The NOs Have it

The NOs Have it

Congressman John Fleming with 28%.Louisiana voters also swept aside every proposed constitutional amendment on Saturday’s statewide ballot, delivering a sharp rebuke to lawmakers and political leaders who had pushed for changes affecting judges, taxes, education, and state government operations.
Hop Along, Cassidy!

Hop Along, Cassidy!

Hop Along, Cassidy!

On Saturday, incumbent U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) finished in a distant third place in the Louisiana Republican primary with only 24% of the vote. He missed the runoff, likely ending his political career.It was a stinging defeat for the longtime politician and two-term U.S. Senator.
The Scoop

The Scoop

The Scoop

A Ponchatoula man faces 40 years in prison after pleading no contest to one count of oral sexual battery - victim under the age of 13 and possession of child pornography.

Four Arrested, Three Wanted in Tasker Park Shootings

On April 12, 2026, at approximately 5:00pm, Ponchatoula Police officers working security at Tasker Park (465 North First Street) requested additional units after hearing gunshots among the large crowd. Two individuals and several vehicles were struck by gunfire during the incident.