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05/14/2026 · Chalmette
I Choose One Thing Today
Before you drown in your to-do list, try this: pick the single task that would make today feel complete. Not everything. Just one.
A Japanese Master Captures Spring in Seventeen Syllables
Matsuo Basho watched a frog jump into an old pond in 1686, and the ripples from that moment still reach us today. His haiku reminds us that poetry doesn't need grandeur to hold the whole world.
05/14/2026
On Building Something That Lasts
Albert Camus wrote about gardening while the plague raged. His words cut through every shallow productivity hack you've ever bookmarked.
05/14/2026
Teenager's Lost Wallet Returns with $1,500 Inside and a Note
A 17-year-old grocery store worker dropped his entire summer savings in a parking lot. Two days later, it showed up at his doorstep with every dollar accounted for.
05/14/2026
The Federal Reserve Just Blinked, and Wall Street Noticed
Jerome Powell's carefully parsed statement yesterday sent bond traders scrambling and mortgage shoppers celebrating. The question now: did the Fed chairman hint at a policy shift, or did markets hear what they wanted to hear?
05/14/2026
The Quiet Life Era: Why Everyone's Suddenly Cosplaying Boring
From "deinfluencing" videos to tradwife aesthetics, Gen Z decided chaos exhaustion is the new vibe. Millennials invented oversharing. Gen Z wants to pretend they never logged on.
05/14/2026
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View allMARVIN BRAUD BOAT WAY TEMPORARY CLOSURE, EFFECTIVE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2026, at 8:00 AM AHEAD OF TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS
MARVIN BRAUD BOAT WAY TEMPORARY CLOSURE, EFFECTIVE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2026, at 8:00 AM AHEAD OF TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS Ascension Parish Home Page Citizen Resources How Do I Contact Ascension Home Departments Administration Our Mission Is to build a great Parish by providing the very best service to our citizens, support to our fellow workers and respect for our leaders. To position our Parish as a leader in the State and Nation by responsible pursuit of economic development, planning, and development of our infrastructure and continuous improvement in recreation, culture and tourism. To exhibit Ascension Parish’s outstanding character by always doing the right thing. Ascension Parish President Clint Cointment Parish President Welcome to Ascension Parish Government's website. It is an honor to serve as your Parish President and to work every day for the people and communities that make Ascension Parish such a special place to call home. We are a parish rooted in faith, family, and hard work, and those values continue to guide our administration. We remain focused on the issues that matter most to our residents, improving drainage and flood protection, investing in roads and infrastructure, supporting public safety, creating opportunities for our children and families, and growing our economy responsibly. Ascension Parish is experiencing tremendous growth, but progress is about more than numbers and announcements. It is about making sure our residents see and feel the benefits in their daily lives. That means better roads, stronger drainage, improved parks and facilities, good jobs, and dependable parish services on both sides of the river. Ascension Means Business. It means we are serious about serving our residents, strengthening our communities and preparing our parish for the future. We are committed to working hard, communicating openly and getting the job done. This website is here to help you access parish services, follow the progress of important projects, and stay connected with your parish government. Thank you for visiting. I am proud of how far we have come, and I am even more excited about where we are going - together. Sincerely, CLINT COINTMENT Ascension Parish President Ascension Parish Administration Lucy Cason Chief of Staff Ricky Compton Chief Administrative Officer James E. LeBlanc Governmental Affairs Director Pamela Matassa Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Ruth Phillips Infrastructure Division Director
Circuit Clerk's Office
The Circuit Clerk's Office is responsible for maintaining all records filed in the Circuit Court and the Court of Appeals. The Clerk's office also manages the jury selection process for the county and provides assistance to the public with various legal processes. The office is committed to serving the citizens of Ouachita County by ensuring the efficient operation of the judicial system. Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Phone: 870-832-2745 Fax: 870-832-4384 Address: 145 Jefferson Street, Camden, AR 71701
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View allAttorney General Murrill announces multi-state settlement of bankruptcy claims against 23andMe over genetic data breach
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Victory for Women and Girls: AG Murrill Celebrates Complete Victory Against Biden's Radical and Unlawful Title IX Rule
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