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Wave Goodbye The tenacious surfers of South Louisiana

Wave Goodbye The tenacious surfers of South Louisiana

Jordan LaHaye Fontenot https://countryroadsmagazine.com/travel/outdoor-adventures/surfing-louisiana-beaches/ MAY 22, 2019 In the summer of 1964, the Beach Boys’ “I Get Around” spent two weeks at the top of the charts. American International Pictures was gearing up to...

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Gas System Public Awareness/Damage Prevention Notice

Please read the following gas system safety information. The Town of Grand Isle owns and operates a natural gas distribution system. The gas system consists of an underground network of pipelines throughout the Town. The purpose of the gas system is to provide a...

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The Forest at the Island’s Heart

The Forest at the Island’s Heart

The Lafitte Woods Nature Preserve stands strong as a last protective haven on Grand Isle BY KRISTY CHRISTIANSEN Fifty miles due south of New Orleans, Grand Isle stands boldly as the front line of defense for Louisiana’s hurricane-battered coast. In normal times, the...

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Weather Alert!

Tuesday, January 24, 2023 severe weather is threatening the gulf coast with strong winds and high tides because of the strong southeast winds. Grand Isle Multiplex Center will be open today at 6:00 p.m. If you feel that you need to go to the center, you need to bring...

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Weather Alert!

Thursday, December 22, 2022 A cold front will be arriving causing a huge decrease in temperature over the next few days. The Grand Isle Multiplex Center will be open today at 5:00 p.m. If you feel that you need to go to the center, you need to bring your food, water...

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Weather Alert

December 14, 2022 Anyone in an Ida Sheltering trailer that feels unsafe during the stormy weather today you can take shelter at the Grand Isle Multiplex Center starting at 3:00 p.m. until the weather is over. No overnight stays.

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Gas System Public Awareness/Damage Prevention Notice

Gas System Public Awareness/Damage Prevention Notice

Please read the following gas system safety information. The Town of Grand Isle owns and operates a natural gas distribution system. The gas system consists of an underground network of pipelines throughout the Town. The purpose of the gas system is to provide a...

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first annual Island Strong Beach Fest

Island Strong Beach Fest celebrates Grand Isle’s recovery on July 15 and 16, 2022, with a live music festival on the beach. The first annual Island Strong Beach Fest is a two-day festival featuring live music, food, craft booths and various other vendors that will...

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