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Historic hotel on Louisiana’s coast to get new life after local nonprofit raises money to buy it
A three-year effort to restore a historic landmark on Grand Isle is now coming to fruition after a local nonprofit purchased the nearly century-old Oleander Hotel last week. Restore Grand Isle, a nonprofit run by local residents, purchased the derelict hotel from the...
Mosquito Spraying Update
The initial aerial mosquito spraying assignment was not completed due to weather conditions. However, weather permitting, aerial spraying is now scheduled for either Wednesday or Thursday. Truck spraying is currently scheduled for tonight, but as always, operations...
Public Comment Period – Grand Isle Beach Project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), New Orleans District is seeking public comments on the draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Grand Isle and Vicinity Louisiana Beach Erosion and Hurricane Project (PL 84-99). Public Comment Period:February 12, 2026 –...
Beach Update
We’re excited to share a few important safety improvements coming to our beach! 1. Restore Grand Isle is partnering with Blue Boots to replace all life rings with a higher-grade version to better serve our beachgoers. 2. Life ring stations are being numbered to assist...
Public Notice: Grand Isle Breakwater Construction Project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) have issued a Joint Public Notice regarding the Grand Isle Storm Damage Reduction Project. Official Letter - 404b1_401 Public Notice Letter_Grand Isle...
Public Comment Period Extended – Department of Conservation & Energy
The public hearing regarding the proposed Crescent Midstream, LLC Class II injection well disposal facility in Jefferson Parish has taken place, but the public comment period has now been EXTENDED to allow additional input from the community. NEW Comment Deadline:...
Warming Shelter
Warming Shelter Will Open Tomorrow – Grand Isle To help keep everyone safe and warm during the upcoming cold weather, a warming shelter will be open at the Grand Isle Multiplex Center during the following times: Opens: Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM Closes:...
Public Comment Still Open – Department of Conservation & Energy
The public hearing regarding the proposed Crescent Midstream, LLC Class I injection well disposal facility in Jefferson Parish has taken place. However, public comments are still being accepted, and residents are encouraged to make their voices heard. All interested...
Under One Roof Homeowner Rehabilitation Program
The Jefferson Parish Department of Community Development is pleased to open the application period for the 2025 Revitalizing Jefferson Together: Under One Roof Homeowner Rehabilitation Program. This program provides home repairs to qualified Jefferson Parish...
Grand Isle Wins Louisiana Life’s Best Town Award
GRAND ISLE, La – This spring, Louisiana Life Magazine held a contest for Best Town in Louisiana. After months and thousands of votes, Grand Isle won Best Town out of the over 130 towns eligible for the contest. Readers overwhelmingly recognized Grand Isle’s coastal...