The Louisiana Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of an amendment on the March 29 ballot.

Both incumbent Jon Doemel and challenger Gordon Hintz answer questions from Northwestern readers ahead of the April 1 election.

For the first time in 22 years, the seat for Abbeville City Council District B is open for grabs. Two candidates are vying for the position, both with deep ties to the community.

One north-east Victorian town is battling a renewable energy project while its neighbour has plans to go totally green, fuelling policy division ahead of the election.