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Gonzales City Council to consider 2025-26 Capital Outlay Budget (Monday) | Pelican Post - Online Newspaper

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Gonzales City Council to consider 2025-26 Capital Outlay Budget (Monday) | Pelican Post - Online Newspaper

A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2025, AT 5:30 P.M. A Public Hearing to Consider: Adoption of Ordinance No.4277: An Ordinance Adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Outlay Budget. A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL Call to Order. Invocation. Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call. Proclamation to proclaim June 19, 2025, as “Juneteenth” in the City of Gonzales. Approval for the City of Gonzales to enter into an IG…Read Article

Final suspect in fatal Interstate shooting arrested | Pelican Post - Online Newspaper

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Final suspect in fatal Interstate shooting arrested | Pelican Post - Online Newspaper

Detectives with the APSO Violent Crimes Unit have arrested Taron Parker, 18, of Gonzales, in connection with the targeted drive-by shooting that occurred along I10 on Sunday, June 8th. He is charged with two-counts of 1st degree murder, two-counts of attempted 1st degree murder, illegal use of weapons, assault by drive by shooting, and aggravated damage to property. See below for earlier reporting in this case: Detectives with the APSO Violent C…Read Article

Local line of syrups and mixers is catching on across the state

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Local line of syrups and mixers is catching on across the state

A banana-flavored tiki drink sparked Derek Stewart’s latest venture: Exquisite Elixirs, a Louisiana-based line of small-batch mixers and syrups launched in late 2023, 225 writes. Stewart, already known for co-founding Gilla Brewing and opening The Meatatory butcher shop, now bottles flavors like smoked bloody mary and bananas Foster syrup. His creations—designed for cocktails, coffee, and even ice cream—are sold at nearly 20 retailers statewide…Read Article

Growing local line of syrups and mixers concocts flavors like bananas Foster and smoked peach

It started with a banana-flavored tiki drink Derek Stewart tried at a cocktail lounge in Nashville. The bartender wouldn’t divulge what was in the banana syrup. So when Stewart returned home, he began playing around in the kitchen, chasing that fresh banana taste. It launched a creative new chapter in his life. He started concocting his Exquisite Elixirs collection of small-batch, seasonal mixers and syrups around late 2023, committing to the br…Gonzales, Louisiana · Gonzales Read Article

Gonzales mayor warns of dire consequences without budget adoption | Pelican Post - Online Newspaper

Last week Gonzales’ City Council rejected Mayor Tim Riley’s proposed General Fund (operating budget), a first in the city where mayoral authority has rarely been challenged. As of yesterday, since Gonzales’ fiscal year ends on May 31, the city is operating without an approved budget in place. Should the five-member legislative authority fail to approve a budget for an extended period of time it would have severe consequences in a municipality …Gonzales, Louisiana · Gonzales Read Article

2 wanted in connection with daiquiri shop shooting in Ascension Parish

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GONZALES, La. (Louisiana First) — The Gonzales Police Department is searching for two people wanted in connection with a shooting at a daiquiri shop over the weekend. Police have issued arrest warrants for Henry Lee Hasten III and Dominique S. Bassett. Authorities believe the pair is tied to the shooting outside Top Notch Daiquiris at 3005 S. Cabela’s Parkway on Sunday, June 1. Henry Lee Hasten III (Left); Dominique Bassett (Right) Officers were…Gonzales, Louisiana · Gonzales Read Article

EAHS State Champions recognized at Gonzales Council meeting | Pelican Post - Online Newspaper

In a moment of pride and celebration, the City of Gonzales and Mayor Timothy “Tim” Riley honored the 2025 Wrestling and Track State Champions from East Ascension High School at the May 27th City Council Meeting. These remarkable student-athletes were recognized for their exceptional talent, hard work, and championship victories that have brought tremendous pride to their school and the Gonzales community. The City extends heartfelt congratulatio…Wrestling · Gonzales Read Article

This Gonzales restaurant property changed hands

The property housing Agave Blue Tequila & Taco Bar in the Heritage Crossing mixed-use development has been sold. Rubmaro Heritage LLC, represented by Agavo Blue co-owner Sergio Rubio, acquired it from Heritage Partners LLC for $2.6 million, according to a sale filed last week with the Ascension Parish Clerk of Court’s Office. Ronnie Daigle and Miles Holley represented the seller in the transaction. Located on St. Roch Avenue in Gonzales, the res…Gonzales, Louisiana · Gonzales Read Article

Gonzales council rejects Mayor Tim Riley’s first General Fund Budget | Pelican Post - Online Newspaper

Reminiscent of 2014, Gonzales City Council meeting rejected recently elected Mayor Tim Riley’s first General Fund (operating) budget on Monday. 11 years ago, three rogue councilmen amended various parts of then mayor Barney Arceneaux’s budget, wrangling over funding for Gonzales Police Department over months before extracting minor concessions. A pyrrhic victory if ever there was one, two of those three members would be successfully recalled i…Gonzales, Louisiana · Gonzales Read Article

Food Truck Court coming to courthouse in Gonzales | Pelican Post - Online Newspaper

A food truck court in front of the Gonzales courthouse is nearing completion. To ensure safety and functionality, we’re making a few final upgrades, including: Installation of protective bollards for pedestrian safety Drainage improvements to handle runoff A new grease separator so food trucks can properly and conveniently dispose of gray water on-site The aim is to open in the next 60–90 days and will soon begin advertising for interested …Gonzales, Louisiana · Gonzales Read Article

Jambalaya Cluster Dog Show Returns to Gonzales

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BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) -- The 2025 Jambalaya Cluster Dog Show is coming back to Gonzales. The show is scheduled to take place from Thursday, May 29 through Sunday, June 1 at the Lamar Dixon-Expo Center. The annual competition is hosted by the Baton Rouge Kennel Club and Riverside West Kennel Club of Greater New Orleans. People from across the country attend the event every year, with hundreds of dogs competing for best in show. The s…Memorial Day · Gonzales See the Story