DONALDSONVILLE • DUTCHTOWN • GEISMAR • GONZALES • PRAIRIEVILLE • ST. AMANT
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W e d n e s d ay, N ov e m b e r 12, 2025
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Gonzales police announce Christmas for Kids and Elderly program The Gonzales Police Department is accepting donations for its annual Christmas for Kids and Elderly programs. Donations are accepted at the Gonzales Police Department, 415 E. Cornerview Road, Gonzales.
BY WENDY LOUP
Contributing writer
The second annual Gonzales Fall Fest entertained hundreds of families while giving children a chance to trick-or-treat and decorate pumpkins. Attendees wore their Halloween costumes ready to collect candy and goodies Oct. 26 at Price LeBlanc PACE Center. The event consisted of 29 indoor trunk-or-treat vendors and a variety of 25 other vendors, according to Gonzales Director of Community Services Jaycee Gill. The Fall Fest is one of several year-round Gonzales events that focus on family activities. “I think the attraction is that this is a free, family-focused event in a safe environment,” Gill said. “It’s
accessible for all to participate in.” The event also gave local businesses the chance to introduce themselves to the Gonzales community. “We have so much local talent in Gonzales and Ascension,” Gill said. “We are asked all the time about vendor markets. We have found that it works well at the Fall Fest. It’s a perfect fit and adds to the ambience of Fall Fest.” Gonzales Mayor Tim Riley said the well-attended event was a positive reflection of the community. “This is a tremendous turnout,” Riley said. “We believe the people of Gonzales have resilience. City government provides services to businesses and residents. “Events like this one are serving
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The second annual city of Gonzales’ Fall Fest featured family-friendly activities and musical entertainment Oct. 26 at the Price LeBlanc PACE ä See FEST, page 2G Center.
Nutrition class planned A nutrition class about Added Sugar and Its Effect on Health will be held Nov. 12 in Gonzales and Nov. 13 in Donaldsonville. Participants will learn about the importance of limiting sugars and will have a fun activity with a dietitian. Door prizes will be given. Blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose checks will be available after the class. The Nov. 12 class is from 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. at the Gonzales Library Branch, 708 S. Irma Blvd. and the Nov. 13 class is from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Donaldsonville Library Branch, 500 Mississippi St. Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/ yc6zwc7r.
Need pecans cracked? The Arc of East Ascension is offering pecan-cracking for 50 cents a pound. Drop of your pecans Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1122 S. East Ascension Complex Blvd., Gonzales. For more information, call (225) 621-2000.
Splash pads closes The Ascension Parish splash pads at Oak Grove and South Louisiana Fairground are closed for the season.
Ascension GOP Roundtable announces November speaker Retired Brigadier Gen. Paul Warfield Tibbets IV will be the featured speaker at the November Ascension GOP Roundtable, sponsored by Ascension Republican Women. The Roundtable is set for 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 13 at the Clarion Inn, 1500 W. La. 30 in Gonzales.
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Parents and children ride the mini-roller coaster during the La Fête Des Bayou at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. The festival featured carnival rides and games, along with an outdoor Mass held on Sunday morning.
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BY WENDY LOUP Contributing writer
Gumbo and jambalaya cook-offs, a car show and 5K Nun Run were a few of the offerings at this year’s La Fête des Bayou at Holy Rosary
Office’s Boo with the Badge. The church hosted carnival rides, games, raffles, and a talent show. Musical entertainment included That 70s Band, the Justin CorCatholic Church in St. Amant. The four-day festival began Thursday night, nett Band, as well as Mike Broussard & Night Oct. 30, with the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Train.
Week 10 Results — Lions, Bulldogs, Hurricanes, and Spartans win The Lions got another strong offensive performance from quarterback Leron McDowell. The junior had 208 rushing yards, one touchdown and a 2-point conversion. Wide Reciever Kason Tanner was all purpose with over 100 yards and a touchdown. Troy Preston LeBlanc made a 25-yard field goal LeBoeuf to stretch the lead to two scores late. The ASCENSION defense was led by Gage Mixon and Micah SPORTS Bergeron. Mixon had a 65-yard pick six and Ascension Christian 25, North Iberville 24 Bergeron had a fumble recovery. The Lions improved several spots in the The Lions finished 3-2 in district 8-1A, that D4 power rankings and await their opponent (as of was good enough to finish second with St. John and press time). Gayle was excited that the Lions will North Iberville. That’s a big accomplishment for get to be together at least another week. the Lions in Conrad Gayle’s first season as the head “I am incredibly proud of the players preparing coach. this week for an outstanding team in North Iber“Last night’s win was a total team effort, it’s a reflection of hard work, belief and commitment. This ville. Coach Gast (North Iberville) is well respected is a big moment for our program, we will enjoy it, by our coaches and players. This is a true team win but we know it’s just another step in the journey of ä See LEBOEUF, page 3G building our program together,” Gayle said. Victories in Week 10 by four of the seven parish teams included a huge victory by Ascension Christian over North Iberville. East Ascension shared a piece of district 5-5A with a win over Walker. Ascension Catholic rolled to an undefeated district title outscoring their opponents, 275-100. The Hurricanes have made history in year two with a victory and a spot in the playoffs.
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St. Amant running back Jourden Hickerson (25) looks to hit the hole against Denham Springs in the first quarter on Friday in Denham Springs.