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News

Execution of Jihadist terrorist at Fort Hood to be livestreamed
(The Center Square) — The execution of an Islamic jihadist at Fort Hood will be broadcast live. Pentagon officials told the New York Times that an execution of a former Army officer convicted of the 2009 Fort Hood shooting will be broadcast via livestream.
Officials accept bids for park renovations
WELSH — The town is moving forward with a new recreation facility at Sportsman Park after officials accepted a construction bid for the project. Mayor Karl Arceneaux said Morvant Construction submitted the lowest of six bids received for the new building.
New business moves forward in Silverwood
A pair of young entrepreneurs are one step closer to opening a small used vehicle business in the Silverwood area following approval of a rezoning recommendation by the Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury Zoning Committee.
Students put classroom skills to work through free program
Students at James Ward Center for Excellence are getting a taste of the working world while providing a free service to the community. For the first time, students in the school’s 4-Stroke Small Engines class are accepting appointments from residents for small-engine tune-ups.
DNC sues Trump over $20M ad campaign funded by taxpayers
(The Center Square) — The Democratic National Committee is suing the Trump administration for using millions of U.S. taxpayer dollars to fund what they claim are political television advertisements only weeks before the 2026 midterm elections.

Community

Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , Fair Festivities , The Jeff Davis Parish Fair parade rolled down the streets of Jennings on Friday, filled with floats, cheer squads, dance groups, marching bands, queens and more from throughout the area. Crowds gathered to cheer them on or catch candy and trinkets. Daily News photos by Erin Hargrave
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FAIR PARADE WINNERS
Marching Unit – Band • First Place – Welsh High School • Second Place – Jennings High School Dance Group – Junior High • First Place - OLI Cheerleaders • Second Place – Lacassine Jr, Cheerleaders Dance Group – High School • First Place - Lacassine High Varsity Cheerleaders Bicycle • First Place – Kassidy Menard • Second Place - John Paul Fontenot Float/Truck and Trailer – Non School Group • First Place - Jeff Davis Living Center • Second Place - Daniel Sparks Float/Truck and Trailer – School • First Place - First Baptist Church • Second Place – Blazers 4-H.
TALENT SHOW WINNERS
Ages 5–7 Solo Winners First Place: Lorelei Meaux Second Place: Nicole Richard Third Place: Kalix Trimble Ages 8–10 Solo Winners First Place: Knox Lemoine Second Place: Owen Thompson Third Place: Iker Rivera Ages 11–13 Solo/Duet Winners First Place: Lydia Carter and Meredith Deaton Second Place: Hattie Landry and Grace Watkins Third Place: Levi Humble Ages 14–18 Solo/Duet Winners First Place: Hadlei Self Second Place: Hattie Landry Third Place: Mya Jordan Ages 19 and Over Solo Winners First Place: Breann Davis Second Place: Connie Dale Ages 11–13 Group Winners First Place: Welsh Roanoke Jr. High Cheer Team Second Place: WAR Jr.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Calendar Guidelines Items for Community Calendar must be submitted during regular weekday business hours at least two weeks prior to the day of the event. Events run in the order of their posted dates and ONLY AS SPACE ALLOWS.

Sports

JAZZ HANDS
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FOO FACTS: Jennings vs. Washington-Marion
FOO FACTS: Jennings vs. Washington-Marion
Foo F acts Foo Fact of the Game: Jennings had eight running backs who gained a combined 205 yards in their 48-15 win over Washington-Marion, improving to 3-2 overall and 2-0 in district play. Captains: Seniors ReJohn Zeno, Trevon Gallow, Chris Ned and Neyten Vargas.
Jennings foils DeRidder comeback
Jennings foils DeRidder comeback
The Jennings Bulldogs outlasted the DeRidder Dragons in a thrilling 36-31 District 3-3A battle Thursday at Jerry Simons Stadium. The nail-biting victory marks the fourth consecutive win for the resurgent Bulldogs (4-2, 3-0), who successfully defended their home turf against a relentless Dragons squad. With both teams entering the night undefeated in district play, Jennings used explosive playmaking to edge ahead and secure a critical advantage in the highly competitive district championship race.
The Elton Junior High boys’ basketball team placed second in the recent district tournament. School officials praised the team’s hard work and determination. Submitted photo
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Tigers to celebrate Homecoming against Bearcats
Tigers to celebrate Homecoming against Bearcats
LAKE ARTHUR — The unbeaten Lake Arthur Tigers are celebrating Homecoming this week, and that always makes a head coach nervous. “There are so many different activities during that week that can definitely take a football player’s mind off of his necessary preparations,” commented Tiger Head Coach Cody Gueringer. “It’s good to enjoy the week, but it’s absolutely necessary to have common sense and be able to focus on the game at hand. Basile is on a two-game winning streak and would like nothing better than to be able to come here and knock us off in our Homecoming game.

Editorial

Columbus sailed the ocean blue; I still wade in shallow waters
Columbus sailed the ocean blue; I still wade in shallow waters
The children were young when I stood before their breakfast trays and recited, “In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue.” There was silence. They stared at me and then at each other.
America's small businesses can't afford 340B abuse
Many hospitals are destabilizing small businesses across America by exploiting a littleknown federal charity care program to drive healthcare costs up. The 340B Drug Pricing Program was supposed to help safety-net hospitals serve vulnerable patients by letting them buy prescription medicines at a discount.
Elton adopts golf cart ordinance aligned with state law
ELTON — The Elton Town Council approved a new golf cart ordinance that brings the town's regulations into compliance with Louisiana law and sets local registration fees, following a detailed presentation by Town Attorney Michael Holmes. Holmes explained that the ordinance is based on Louisiana Revised Statute 32:299.4 and establishes the requirements for operating golf carts on public streets within the Town of Elton. Under the ordinance, golf cart owners must register their vehicles with the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles if they intend to drive them on public roads. Operators must also provide proof of registration and liability insurance before receiving authorization from the town.
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A vacation, in 50 words or less
Ihave unpacked the suitcase. I have washed its contents and returned my clean clothes to closets and drawers.
Louisiana lawsuit abuse costs taxpayers, jobs

As a legislator proudly representing Louisiana’s working coast in Terrebonne Parish, the impacts of lawsuit abuse continue to reverberate across not only my district, but the entire state.

Obituaries

Robert Courville
Robert Courville
After a brief illness, Robert Courville, 92, died on Sept. 13, 2026 at his home in Roanoke surrounded by his loving family.
Peggy Deaville
Peggy Deaville
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Roberta Jane Koll
Roberta Jane Koll
Sept. 10, 1934 — Sept.
Margaret Mallett
Margaret Mallett
Margaret Myers Mallett, a devout Catholic, was the second of nine children born to Luke, Sr. and Mamie Kinney Myers on April 17, 1936 in Jennings in Jeff Davis Parish. As a teen, she cared for her maternal grandparents, Elvina and Leo Paul Kinney. After graduating from Jennings High School, she attended SLI (now UL Lafayette) where she met Joseph “Joe” Mallett also from Jeff Davis Parish. On August 4, 1956, they were one of the first couples married at the newly formed Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Jennings, of which her family was a founding member. Margaret and Joe began their family in Welsh before moving to Baton Rouge for Joe’s work. In Baton Rouge, they were a founding family of St. Pius X Catholic Church. Upon moving to Wilson in East Feliciana Parish, they joined Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Jackson where she was active with the Altar Guild and was affectionately known as the “Donut Lady”.
Mary Epperly
Mary Epperly
Mary Epperly passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at the age of 83. She was born in Roanoke and resided in LaPlace.

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