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Terrebonne Parish plans online auction for surplus adjudicated property

The Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government (TPCG) has announced an online auction for surplus adjudicated property.

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 24, 2025

Public invited to second meeting on Hurricane Francine recovery plan

The Louisiana Office of Community Development - Disaster Recovery is inviting public participation in the second virtual meeting for Hurricane Francine recovery efforts.

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 22, 2025

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Assumption Parish: Income Maintenance dependency reached 3.1% in 2022

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3.1% of income in Assumption Parish, providing an average of $1,724 per capita to residents.

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Meeting set for girls' softball coaches on March 20

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 18, 2025

A meeting for all girls' softball coaches is scheduled for March 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The event will take place at Dumas Auditorium, located at 301 West Tunnel Boulevard

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Tentative baseball game start dates released for various age groups

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 18, 2025

The tentative start dates for the upcoming baseball season have been announced.

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Lafourche Parish: Income Maintenance made up 2.7% of total income in 2022

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.7% of income in Lafourche Parish, providing an average of $1,391 per capita to residents.

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Terrebonne Parish Libraries plan butterfly release events this spring

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 14, 2025

This spring, the Terrebonne Parish Library System is offering a unique opportunity for community members to witness the transformation of butterflies through an educational program.

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Jambalaya Writers’ Conference celebrates two decades in Houma

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 14, 2025

The Terrebonne Parish Library System is set to host the 20th Annual Jambalaya Writers’ Conference on April 5, 2025, at the Main Library in Houma, Louisiana.

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Public hearing set for CDBG's five-year consolidated plan

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 14, 2025

The Community Development Block Grant Division is organizing the first of two public hearings to gather input on its Five-Year Consolidated Plan.

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Downtown Marina begins sheet piling project; harboring assistance unavailable

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 12, 2025

The Downtown Marina in Houma, Louisiana, is set to begin a sheet piling project aimed at addressing land loss and repairing the decking area.

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South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center opens registration for annual Swamp Camp

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 11, 2025

The South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center is set to host its annual Swamp Camp for students in grades 4 to 7.

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South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center hosts free basket weaving workshop

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 10, 2025

The South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center is set to host a free basket weaving workshop from March 17 to March 21, 2025.

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Red Cross offers help for Hurricane Francine victims

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 10, 2025

The Red Cross is offering assistance to those affected by Hurricane Francine.

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Louisiana official offers utility service assistance session in Houma

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 10, 2025

A representative from the office of Jean-Paul Coussan, Public Service Commissioner, will be available to assist with inquiries related to utility services under the Louisiana Public Service Commission's jurisdiction.

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Terrebonne Parish hosts cleanup event during Love the Boot Week

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 6, 2025

Keep Terrebonne Beautiful will host a "Bucket for the Bayou" cleanup event as part of Love the Boot Week.

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Terrebonne Parish plans online auction for surplus vehicles and equipment

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 6, 2025

The Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government (TPCG) is set to conduct an online auction for surplus vehicles, equipment, and miscellaneous items.

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Utility assistance program available for Terrebonne Parish residents

By Houma-Thibodaux News | Mar 6, 2025

The Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government Department of Housing & Human Services has announced the availability of utility assistance for qualifying low-income families.