The Group Chat Podcast

06/10/2026

Are we voting “YES or “NO” in the upcoming millage renewal. Where does your property tax dollar actually go?

Using data from the Lafourche Parish Assessor’s Office, see a breakdown showing how every $100 of property tax revenue is distributed in South Lafourche (Ward 10 / Fire District #3).

The largest shares go toward:
🏫 Schools
🚔 Law Enforcement
🚒 Fire Protection
🌊 Levee Protection

Sources:
• 2025 LPAO Millage Rate Sheet
• 2024 Lafourche Parish Tax Structure Packet

*as the graphic says this is prior to any exemptions but percentages stay the same.

Figures are based on published millage rates and represent the distribution of every $100 collected in property taxes.

06/07/2026

🗳️ “What’s your message to the people who are planning to vote NO on everything?”

That was the question posed to Lafourche Parish President Mitch Orgeron during his appearance on the Group Chat Podcast.

In this clip, Orgeron discusses the upcoming millage renewals, explains how parish government says property tax dollars are distributed, breaks down the estimated annual cost of the proposed renewals for homeowners, and shares his perspective on why he believes voters should understand exactly what services are funded before casting their ballots.

Whether you support the renewals, oppose them, or are still undecided, this conversation focuses on the importance of understanding what is being voted on and how those decisions could impact parish services.

🎙️ Video clip from the June 3 Group Chat Podcast livestream.

What do you think? Let us know in the comments.

06/07/2026

🌉 COTE BLANCHE BRIDGE UPDATE 🌉

If you’ve driven through Cut Off recently, you’ve probably asked the same question:

“When is the Cote Blanche Bridge going to reopen?”

On this week’s Group Chat Podcast, Lafourche Parish President Mitch Orgeron joined us in studio and gave one of the most detailed updates we’ve heard on the project.

During the conversation, Mitch explained:
✅ Why the bridge had to be dry docked
✅ What repairs are being made behind the scenes
✅ Why the original bid came in over budget
✅ The status of the bridge deck replacement
✅ Why materials are being shipped in from Ohio
✅ The expected timeline for reopening

He also addressed the red light situation that has become a daily frustration for many drivers in the area.

Whether you live in Cut Off, Galliano, Golden Meadow, or simply travel through the area regularly, this is an update you’ll want to hear directly from the source.

🎙️ Video clip from our conversation with Parish President Mitch Orgeron.

What is the first thing you’re looking forward to when the bridge reopens?

06/06/2026

🚨 WHAT HAPPENS IF THE MILLAGE FAILS? 🚨

On this episode of the Group Chat Podcast, Lafourche Parish President Mitch Orgeron explains why parish government is asking voters to renew the Building & Maintenance, Recreation, and Health Unit millages.

These millages help fund critical services including public buildings, recreation facilities, health units, libraries, permits, court services, and more. He also discusses what parish government says could happen if the renewals fail.

Whether you’re planning to vote YES or NO, take a few minutes to hear the information directly from the source and make an informed decision.

🎙️ Video clip from the June 3 Group Chat Podcast livestream.
🎧 Listen to the full episode anywhere you get your podcasts.

06/05/2026

🎙️ Group Chat Podcast – Season 2, Episode 5
“Lafourche Parish President Mitch Orgeron Enters the Group Chat”

Watch, listen, learn, and decide for yourself

This is one of the biggest episodes we’ve ever produced. We talked major issues but we also had some fun.

For the first time in Group Chat Podcast history, we welcomed Lafourche Parish President Mitch Orgeron into the studio for an in-depth conversation about the future of our parish.

No headlines. No Facebook rumors. No second-hand information.

Just a direct conversation with the man leading Lafourche Parish.

One of the biggest topics discussed was the upcoming Building & Maintenance Millage Renewal. Whether you plan to vote YES or vote NO, we encourage everyone to do the same thing first:

Get informed.

President Orgeron sat down and explained exactly what this millage funds, why parish government believes it is necessary, and what the potential impact could be if it fails. From keeping critical government facilities operational to maintaining essential services that residents depend on every day, he broke down the details in a way that anyone can understand.

We know there are strong opinions on all sides of this issue, and that’s okay. Our goal isn’t to tell you how to vote, it’s to help make sure you have the information needed to make an educated decision when you step into the voting booth.

If you’ve seen the debates online, heard conflicting information, or simply want to better understand what this means for Lafourche Parish, this episode is worth your time

06/05/2026

🎙️ 5 Questions with the Parish President 😂🇺🇸

“The Parish President Picked Damien… Then Nick Said He Wouldn’t Vote For Him 😂”

We spent most of the episode talking serious parish business with Parish President Mitch Orgeron… but then we hit him with the questions that REALLY matter.

🤠 Lose your boat keys or truck keys?
🦞 Give up crawfish or gumbo forever?
🏈 Ref a Central vs South Lafourche game or moderate a Facebook political debate?
🗳️ And most importantly… who has the best chance to become Parish President: Casey, Damien, or Nick?

His answers did NOT disappoint. 😂

🎧 Full episode streaming now on the Group Chat Podcast!

06/04/2026

The fan that ran onto the floor during game 1 of the NBA Finals game needs to be identified. There is no room for shenanigans like this in professional sports.

Can you guys help us figure out who this person is?

06/04/2026

Big shout out to Lafourche Parish President Mitch Orgeron for coming spend some time with us this evening.

The feedback has been great.

Check out the live feed on here and within the next 48 hours on all of your favorite podcast platforms.

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

🎙️ Tonight at 6PM! 🎙️

Lafourche Parish President Mitch Orgeron joins the Group Chat Podcast LIVE in studio at 6:30pm

Got a question about anything happening around the parish? Drop it below for our Presidential Mailbag segment!

📍 Live on Facebook
⏰ 6:00 PM