September 2020

US stocks head higher, add to market’s solid string of gains

(AP) - Stocks are moving broadly higher on Wall Street in morning trading Wednesday, extending the market’s milestone-setting run.

US further restricts Chinese diplomats’ travel, meetings

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration on Wednesday stepped up its battle with China by further restricting the ability of Chinese diplomats to travel, hold meetings with academics and host cultural events in the United States.

Community’s generosity aiding in recovery

The outpouring of support residents in Jeff Davis Parish have shown one another is a reminder of the size of this community’s heart.

TODAY IN HISTORY

1900 - With a proclamation by General Lord Roberts, Britain annexes the Boer Republic of South Africa

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Transformed by renewal

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Just when I think I have gained control again, God takes my knees out, pounds me on the head a few times and says, “Be still and know me.”

Truth and lies twist and turn in Trump cult’s worldview

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Perhaps you remember what some called the “Information Superhighway” and how it was going to deliver us to wisdom and enlightenment. Alas, it hasn’t quite worked out, has it?

Welsh bands together to overcome Laura

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WELSH - Like every community in Southwest Louisiana, the town here has been overwhelmed by the effects of Hurricane Laura. But it has also been overwhelmed by an outpouring of support.

Operation Blue Roof program underway

Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today the commencement of Operation Blue Roof in areas impacted by Hurricane Laura.

City accepting bids

The City of Jennings is accepting bids for vegetative debris removal and FEMA contractor monitoring services beginning Thursday Sept. 3 until Friday, Sept. 4. Bids will be accepted at City Hall located at 154 North Main Street and will be opened at 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 4 in the city council chambers.