Louisiana Municipal Association

05/22/2026

Established as a Federal holiday in 1971, Memorial Day falls on the last Monday each May to celebrate and recognize the U.S. military heroes who gave their lives defending our nation.

Flag etiquette on Memorial Day is unique. At sunrise, flags are to be raised to full-staff briskly, then lowered to half-staff position where they will remain until noon. At noon, flags are to be raised to full-staff and will be displayed there for the remainder of the holiday.

If you are unable to display the flag at half-staff on Memorial Day, proper flag etiquette requires that you display your flag with a black mourning ribbon to show respect and acknowledge the somber meaning of the day.

05/22/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

Please note that we will be closed on Monday, May 25, so our team can honor and remember our nation's heroes.

05/20/2026

By Ashlyn Little After 30 years of distinguished service as councilwoman-at-large, Alice Guess has officially retired from the Leesville City Council, leaving behind a lasting legacy of community improvement. A […]

05/11/2026

On Friday, May 8, the Louisiana Press Association held their 2026 awards program for stories, layout, editorials, and overall design and content throughout 2025. On the heels of last year's sweep, the Louisiana Municipal Association team responsible for the monthly Louisiana Municipal Review magazine was up for quite a few awards across their District 5 division, and they came out winners yet again. Please join us in congratulating them all!

Drumroll, please … 🥁🥁🥁

Best Feature Story

• 1st - Charlotte Smith, “An English Girl's Cajun Thanksgiving”
• 2nd - Anita Tillman, “Bent, But Not Broken”
• 3rd - Charlotte Smith, “Louisiana Charmer”

Best News Story

• 1st - Charlotte Smith, “Are We Ready?”

Best Front Page

• 2nd - Anita Tillman, “November 2025”

Best Headline

• 1st - Charlotte Smith, “An English Girl's Cajun Thanksgiving”

Best Single Editorial

• 2nd - Anita Tillman, “Reclaiming Civics
• 3rd - Anita Tillman, “When the Calvary Doesn't Come”

Best Photo Package

• 3rd - Charlotte Smith & Frank Nixon, “Let it Sneaux!”

Best Layout and Design Gary Hebert Award

• 1st - Frank Nixon, “Open Arms”

General Excellence

1st - Frank Nixon, “LMR December 2025”

05/05/2026

Join us in wishing State Senator Larry Selders a speedy recovery. Our prayers are with you!

04/30/2026

LMA staff and friends gathered to share heartfelt goodbyes and warm wishes for Executive Director Barney Arceneaux today, as he begins the wonderful journey of retirement. While we are grateful for his two years of dedicated leadership as our ED, we are equally thankful for his many years of service as a valued LMA member during his time as Mayor of Gonzales, as well as his year as LMA President.

Barney was also honored yesterday at the Louisiana State Capitol with a special proclamation recognizing more than 50 years of unwavering service to our great state. What a truly remarkable legacy!

Wishing you endless joy, relaxation, and new adventures, Barney. You’ve more than earned every moment of this exciting new chapter!

04/30/2026

Governor Jeff Landry has issued an executive order suspending Louisiana’s closed party primary elections for offices of U.S. Representative only, in response to the recent decision by the United States Supreme Court in Louisiana v. Callais. Other offices and ballot measures scheduled for May 16 will continue as planned.

This executive order follows certification from the Louisiana Secretary of State that an electoral emergency exists, as provided under R.S. 18:401.1. The statute authorizes the governor to suspend or delay elections to protect voter safety, participation, and the integrity of the process.

04/21/2026

Heads up tonight 🌙🐦

Heavy bird migration is expected across Louisiana tonight and for the next several nights. Millions of birds will be flying overhead, and artificial lighting can disorient them, increasing the risk of collisions with buildings.

That’s why the Louisiana Wildlife Federation is encouraging everyone to help reduce unnecessary lighting overnight.

They’re not asking you to turn everything off -- but even small changes can make a big difference.

💡 Simple ways to help:
• Turn off non-essential lights from 11 PM to 6 AM
• Dim or aim outdoor lights downward
• Close blinds and curtains
• Use motion sensors or warmer bulbs (

04/19/2026

Our thoughts and our prayers are with the City of Shreveport, and all its residents, who have woken up to terrible and tragic news today.

We ask that you keep them all close to your hearts.

02/13/2026