May 2020

Sheriff: Sno-ball stand manager recorded people in bathroom

PLAQUEMINE (AP) — The operator of a Louisiana snoball stand was accused of recording people while they used the stand’s bathroom for the past two years, authorities said.

Governors disregarding WH guidelines on reopening

(AP) - Many governors across the U.S. are disregarding or creatively interpreting White House guidelines for safely easing restrictions and letting businesses reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic, an Associated Press analysis found.

Justice Dept. dropping Flynn’s Trump-Russia case

WASHINGTON (AP) — In an abrupt about-face, the Justice Department on Thursday said it is dropping the criminal case against President Donald Trump’s first national security adviser, Michael Flynn, abandoning a prosecution that became a rallying cry for the president and his supporters in attacking the FBI’s Trump-Russia investigation.

Hundreds evacuated as wildfires rage in Florida Panhandle

MILTON, Fla. (AP) — All day it had been sunny. Then it grew dark as the winds began to whip. Daniel Felder stepped out into the road to watch the acrid smoke billow toward him. Ash started raining from the sky like light snow drifting in twilight.

Kicking off: Texans at Chiefs to open season Sept. 10

(AP) - The Kansas City Chiefs will open defense of their Super Bowl championship by hosting Houston on Sept. 10 in the NFL’s annual kickoff game — pending developments in the coronavirus pandemic, of course.

Bug experts dismiss worry about US ‘murder hornets’ as hype

(AP) - Insect experts say people should calm down about the big bug with the nickname “murder hornet” — unless you are a beekeeper or a honeybee.

Workforce bill to be heard in committee

A bill that aims to improve workforce conditions in Louisiana will be heard by a Senate committee today.

COVID-19 UPDATE

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As of press time Thursday, 66 cases of COVID-29 had been confirmed within Jeff Davis Parish with six deaths. According to the Louisiana Department of Health, 951 parish residents have been tested for the virus.

Local resident collecting school uniforms for needy

For any parents trying to decide what to do with used school uniforms since school is now out for the rest of this academic year, one local woman will gladly accept them.

TESTING THE FLOW

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The Jennings Fire Department continues to conduct annual flow tests on all hydrants within the city limits. Captain Cody Lamarque is pictured testing a hydrant to ensure proper operation. Residents can follow the department’s Facebook page to receive updates as to where testing will be taking place each day.