News

Construction begins on Louisiana clean ammonia plant
(The Center Square) — U.S. fertilizer producer CF Industries and a pair of Japanese industrial conglomerates began construction Wednesday on a low-carbon ammonia plant in Modeste, Louisiana, which could provide domestic supplies of fertilizer for American farmers and power electric grids in Asia.
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Chef teams needed for memorial cook-off
FENTON — Cook teams are being sought for a day filled with friendly competition, family fun and remembering a fallen officer who dedicated his life to the safety of the community. The fourth annual Shannon Brown Sauce Cook-Off will take place Saturday, Oct.
Louisiana auditors feed fraud cases into growing federal crackdown
(The Center Square) — Louisiana's top auditor says the state is increasingly working with federal prosecutors to turn findings of fraud, waste and abuse into criminal cases as Washington expands its effort to police fraud involving programs such as Medicaid, food assistance and federal grants.
Louisiana Medicaid disability service rates to rise 3%
(The Center Square) — Louisiana will increase Medicaid reimbursement rates for certain home- and community-based disability services by about 3% beginning Oct. 1, a partial increase after a state-commissioned study estimated substantially more money would be needed to bring rates in line with modeled costs.
Mines cleared Strait of Hormuz; more oil flowing
(The Center Square) — All mines have been cleared from the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. continues to enforce a full naval blockade on Iran.

Community

Grand Knight Mason LeJeune (from left) with Janet and Preston Doucet , Grand Knight Mason LeJeune (left) and Knight of the Month Daniel Stretcher
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Knights of Columbus 2012 recently met to discuss business, including honoring members of the organization. Grand Knight Mason LeJeune awarded Daniel Stretcher with Knight of the Month, while Preston and Janet Doucet received the Family of the Month distinction.
Five ways to celebrate National Piano Month
Five ways to celebrate National Piano Month
September, which is National Piano Month, is an opportunity to explore a wider range of music, build your skills and discover new ways to express yourself through playing. Here are a few ways to celebrate this month and beyond:
Financial experts say this one number can protect your family
Tiffany and her husband were building a life raising their daughter and specialneeds son in Arizona when they called in to “The Ramsey Show,” where Dave Ramsey and his team give personal finance advice. Tiffany’s husband had a generous life insurance policy through his employer, so it seemed like they were covered. But were they? Tiffany began to question that after a family member got cancer and had to quit their job—which meant their life insurance policy disappeared.
The Elton High School Lady Indians celebrate a successful fundraiser at McDonald’s in Jennings. School officials and athletes thanked the community for stepping up and supporting the program. The team received 20% of all sales from a preset time the night of the event. Submitted photo
Successful Fundraiser
Successful Fundraiser
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Sports

Lake Arthur dominates Hanson Memorial, 30-0
Lake Arthur dominates Hanson Memorial, 30-0
LAKE ARTHUR — The Lake Arthur High Tigers delivered a strong performance in their jamboree matchup with Hanson Memorial, shutting out the opponent Tigers 30-0. Lake Arthur wasted little time getting on the scoreboard, jumping out to a 16-0 lead in the first quarter.
Dogs maul Broncos in preseason clash
Dogs maul Broncos in preseason clash
MOSS BLUFF — In a final preseason test Thursday night at Sam Hooper Memorial Stadium, the Jennings Bulldogs recorded an impressive 20-0 victory over the Broncos of Sam Houston High School in the second game of the Sam Houston Jamboree with big plays on offense and defense that fans are hoping to see all season.
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Hounds take jamboree win over Saints
WELSH — The Welsh Greyhounds rode the finesse passing of senior quarterback Grant Haydel and the tough running of senior tailback Ja’Kyrin Woodard to a 28-0 shutout over the St. Louis Saints in the finale of the Welsh Jamboree here Thursday night. In earlier games, the Grand Lake Hornets rushed to a 14-6 win over the Crowley Gents, while the Vinton Lions easily handled the St. Louis JV squad to come away with a 28-0 win.
Tigers Put in the Work
Tigers Put in the Work
The Lake Arthur High Tigers hit the practice field, preparing themselves and sharpening their skills for the 2026 football season. Check out the Sunday, Aug. 30 edition of Jennings Daily News for the annual Football Preview, which features teams and players from throughout the parish.
Lacassine to hold junior high baseball tryouts
Lacassine to hold junior high baseball tryouts
LACASSINE — Lacassine High School is planning to hold baseball tryouts for students in sixth through eighth grades on Wednesday, Sept. 2. Tryouts will be held from 3:305:30 p.m. at the Lacassine Baseball Field. Students participating in the event will need to bring cleats, a glove, baseball pants and a hat. An upto- date physical is also required in order to participate. Sign-up sheets are posted outside the front office for students.

Editorial

America's small businesses can't aord 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.

A rare reset in the new dietary guidelines — with more work ahead

The Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture just released the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, resetting the federal nutrition advice that shapes how Americans eat.

Obituaries

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.
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.
Ivy "John" Gary
Ivy "John" Gary
Ivy 'John' Gary, 79, of Jennings passed away peacefully at his home in Lake Charles on July 11, 2026. He was born on Aug.
Dwayne "Durwood" Lewis
Dwayne 'Durwood' Lewis
Dwayne “Durwood” Lewis, 69, of Jennings, died peacefully in his home surrounded by family members on Thursday, July 23, 2026 after a brief battle with cancer. Visitation was held on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at Miguez Funeral Home in Jennings beginning at 3 p.m.

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