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09/22/2026 · Chalmette
Tuesday’s Cosmic Traffic Jam: Proceed with Snacks
The planets are asking for patience, precision, and one fewer opinion in the group chat. Scorpio receives the cosmic warning flare, while the rest of us attempt to behave like emotionally mature adults—an ambitious seasonal project.
Ichetucknee by Paddle: Clear Water, Cold Shoulders, No Room for Lazy Steering
The Ichetucknee River is Florida’s blue-ribbon spring run: cool, clear, and just fast enough to expose sloppy paddling. Here’s how to enjoy the famous float without becoming part of the scenery.
09/22/2026
The Borrowed Drill, the Returning Condors, and Other Good Ideas
Libraries lend more than books, volunteers stock tiny neighborhood pantries, and conservation crews keep bringing California condors back from the edge. Also, one low-tech invention may help people stay alive during floods.
09/22/2026
Alligators, Bears, and One Man’s Legal Opposition
This week, wildlife entered customer-service territory, an HOA discovered that a vegetable garden can become a constitutional crisis, and one litigant found an opponent he could finally understand.
09/22/2026
Stop Paying $18 for a Movie When the Park Has a Projector
Outdoor movie season is back, and I have a controversial opinion: the worse the speakers, the more memorable the night. Here are five low-stakes, high-reward events worth leaving the house for this week.
09/22/2026
Hico, Texas: Chicken-Fried Steak, Billy the Kid, and a Good Empty Road
Hico is the kind of Texas town you reach by taking the road that looks like it’s going nowhere. Park downtown, order the chicken-fried steak, and let the town’s very strange Billy the Kid story entertain you.
09/22/2026
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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
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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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