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Jeff Davis Parish officials recently got a firsthand look at an industry generating both billions of dollars in investment and plenty of public concern as Economic Development Director Cesilee Oliver joined a Southwest Louisiana delegation touring data centers in the State of Iowa.
The Jeff Davis Parish School Board is seeking additional school bus drivers to help meet transportation needs throughout the district. The district is recruiting fulltime, substitute and activity bus drivers, with training and certification opportunities available for those interested in joining the transportation department.
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. Events more than two weeks away may not run until closer to the event. Community Calendar is offered as a public service bulletin for Jeff Davis Parish community and nonprofit events. Send entries to editor@jenningsdailynews. net. To publicize your event in a specific format on a specific day or date, call 337-824-3011 to speak to an advertising representative.
Families filled the Lake Arthur lakefront for Boo on the Avenue, where costumes, games, food, candy and activities brought Halloween fun for visitors of all ages..
Community members are invited to gather Monday to honor and pray for those whose cremated remains have gone unclaimed at four area funeral homes, some for as long as a decade. A community mass and Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m.
Community
District 9 school board member Charles Bruchhaus was recently honored at Elton High School for his dedication to the parish school system. For over two decades, Bruchhaus has dedicated his service on the Jeff Davis Parish School Board, representing the children, families, teachers and schools of Elton, according to EHS Principal Amy Gobert. “Throughout his years of service, he has remained committed to advocating for the needs of our students and supporting the continued growth and success of our schools,” she said. “His 24 years of dedication reflect a deep commitment to education and to the families he proudly represents. Mr. Bruchhaus served as honorary captain and did the coin toss at the Homecoming game. Our EHS family thanks Mr. Brucchaus for his many years of faithful service and his continued investment in the future of our children.”
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As the Greyhounds prepared for the Homecoming battle on the football field, Welsh High School held a little competition of their own. Students from each grade created works of art on windows throughout the town. The community was able to vote on which window was the best. Pictured here are the WHS junior and senior classes in action.
Principal’s List: Semira Alexander, Elodie Boudreaux, Eva Broussard, Luke Crader, Tatum Crader, Willow Hargrave, Isaiah Hendry, Calum Meyer, Tucker Sloane, Madeline Steele, Anna Thibodeaux, Stella Thibodeaux, Wyatt Thibodeaux, Wyatt Ardoin, Zoe Hilliard, Rhorie McKnight, Maverick Comeaux, Tyron Larry Jr., Oli Parker, Ella West, Misha Kibodeaux, Maxwell Noeske, Joshua Broussard and Evelyn LeLeux.
“Come to church with me,” my 91-year-old aunt always encourages when I’m visiting for the weekend. Oftentimes, our travel schedule prevents my attendance but this past weekend, I told her on Friday, “Yes,” and there wasn’t an event of national or international prominence which could have allowed me to change my mind.
Sports
ELTON — The Elton Indians are set to hit the road this Thursday night, looking to snap a two-game skid and get back into the win column when they square off against the Gueydan Bears in a critical non-district battle. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Gueydan.
LAKE ARTHUR — The Lake Arthur Tigers got the early lead on the Notre Dame Pioneers, but couldn’t make it last, as the Pioneers won a battle of unbeatens by a 41-21 score. Notre Dame now stands at 8-0 for the season, while the Tigers drop to 7-1, with a league record of 2-1.
BASILE — The Welsh Greyhounds used a balanced offense with an absolutely stifling defense to hand the Basile Bearcats a 44-0 defeat in District 7-2A action Friday night. The Bearcats managed only one first down all night against the Greyhound defense, with 16 yards rushing and 19 passing giving the hosts only 35 yards of total offense for the evening.
LONGVILLE — The Jennings Bulldogs put on an offensive clinic on Thursday night, scoring on every single possession to cruise past the South Beauregard Golden Knights 41-14 and secure at least a share of the district championship.
GRAND LAKE — Mason Babineaux rushed for 196 yards and four touchdowns to power the Grand Lake Hornets to a dominant 35-0 victory over the Elton Indians on Thursday night. Babineaux carried the ball 33 times, spearheading a relentless ground attack that saw the Hornets outgain the Indians 320 to 59 in rushing yardage.
Editorial
Dear Editor, We are being asked to approve a re-dedication of funds from the Parish Jail Tax Fund. I have asked questions online aimed at finances, and I get predictable responses with reassurance that there are checks and balances. In the video online, we hear about $300,000.00 allocated to operate the animal shelter. In fact, they picked up a private donation for that amount. On the tax proposition itself, the calculation is actually north of that, but I’ll stick with the $300,000 number in use. That comes to $25,000 per month for operating expenses. I see the law that allows the funds to be pulled from the jail fund; that is the one we are voting on.
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.
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 — 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.
Ihave unpacked the suitcase. I have washed its contents and returned my clean clothes to closets and drawers.
Obituaries
Visitation is from 9-11 a.m. with life celebration starting at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 in Union Baptist Church in Jennings. Burial will be in Mermentau Cemetery under the direction of Mortuary Center of Southwest Louisiana.
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Jacob William “Billy” White II passed away at his residence in Jennings on Oct. 3, 2026 at the age of 91. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 52 years, Julie Brunt White (2008) and survived by his second wife of 11 years, Cecilia Arnaudet White, sharing a special bond with both.
Published in Jennings Daily News October 14, 2026 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026 at 11 a.m.
After a brief illness, Robert Courville, 92, died on Sept. 13, 2026 at his home in Roanoke surrounded by his loving family.
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