July 2019

Trump correct to consider changes to our refugee policy

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During a recent meeting with the Department of Homeland Security, the State Department and about 20 other representatives from agencies involved in immigration, the Trump administration floated the idea of zero refugees in 2020.

Home-delivered meals save money for Medicare

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Medicare could save $1.57 for every dollar spent delivering free healthy meals to frail seniors after a hospitalization, according to a new study that comes as lawmakers look to restrain costs by promoting patients’ well-being.

The report Thursday from the Bipartisan Policy Center addresses ways that Medicare can do a better job coordinating care for chronically ill patients, who account for most of the program’s $650 billion annual cost.

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Welsh Police Department to hold Hunter Safety Class

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WELSH - In preparation for the upcoming hunting season, the Welsh Police Department will host its annual Hunter Safety Class.

“We will offer the class on from 5-9 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 30 and again from 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31,” said Police Chief Marcus Crochet. “The class is free of charge but there will only be seats available for 50 students so early enrollment in encouraged.”

Crochet said participants must be 10 years of age to register.

Suspects in custody for theft, DWI, burglary

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Two men are currently in custody for operating a stolen ATV while intoxicated and driving recklessly on rural roads in Jennings.

On Monday, Jeff Davis Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Chris Ivey said reports were made that the ATV was being driven erratically near Babineaux Road. The two suspects were ultimately located by sheriff’s deputies on Dama Landry Road.

It was later determined by investigators that the ATV that they were driving had been reported stolen by the owner.

Vaping among teens skyrocketing

Doctors are warning how vaping can damage the lungs of teenagers, with e-cigarette use among teens skyrocketing.

The U.S. Surgeon General recently issued an advisory about vaping, calling it an epidemic and urging parents to keep their kids away from e-cigarettes.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nicotine is highly addictive and can harm adolescent brain development, which continues into the early to mid-20s. Also e-cigarettes can contain harmful substances other than nicotine.

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Astros hit 3 homers, beat Cards 6-2; Goldschmidt streak ends

ST. LOUIS (AP) — George Springer has become a master at setting the tone for the Houston Astros.

Springer led off the game with a home run, Jose Altuve and rookie Yordan Alvarez also connected and the Astros beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-2 Sunday.

Houston has won nine of 11, including two of three in this interleague matchup of division leaders.

Paul Goldschmidt’s team recordtying streak of six straight games with a home run ended for St. Louis. He singled in five at-bats.

JDP unemployment numbers show growth for June

Recent results showed the unemployment rate for the month of June dropping nearly one percentage point less than June 2018.

According to preliminary estimates released this week by the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC), the unemployment rate in Jeff Davis for June was 5.2 percent, versus a rate of 6.1 percent in 2018 for the same month. LWC releases the report each month that looks at non-seasonally adjusted employment for the state.

Planned outage announced for Elton JDEC customers

ELTON - Routine maintenance has been scheduled and residents are being notified that power will be temporarily disconnected.

Residents who receive services provided by Jeff Davis Electric Co-Op will be affected in areas surrounding the Town of Elton.

“Crews will be working at the Tupper Substation on Monday, Aug. 5,” said work order associate Tina Monceaux. “The outage will begin at 10 p.m. and may last up to four hours during that night.”