February 2021

JALH focuses on heart health

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Jennings American Legion Hospital (JALH) held a Unity Heart event on Wednesday, Feb. 10, to communicate the importance of heart health in our communities.

Store seeks first liquor license in Fenton

FENTON — On Tuesday evening, local shop owner Wassem Abid asked the town council for support in obtaining a license to sell hard liquor.

Sherman Street to close

Beginning Monday, North Sherman Street in Jennings will be closed between Magnolia Drive and Virginia Street for approximately 45 days. Mayor Henry Guinn said the closure is necessary due to ongoing drainage construction. The road will be open only to those living in the area.

Welsh men charged in shooting

LAKE CHARLES - Two Welsh men are being held in the Calcasieu Correctional Center in relation to a Wednesday shooting here.

PLAYOFF TIME

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All Jeff Davis Parish (JDP) girls’ basketball teams are expected to hear their names called when the LHSAA releases playoff brackets this Sunday. It’s been a banner year for the ladies, as at least five teams already ranked in the top 10 in their classifications.

Mardi Gras a dangerous time for La. roads

Mardi Gras can be the most dangerous driving holiday in the state because many revelers are usually drinking alcohol and traveling to multiple Fat Tuesday celebrations. In fact, the 5-day period before the holiday is a deadly time on roadways, according to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission.

The decline of customer service

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stock trading website called Robinhood A is being sued for the wrongful death of one of its former users. The gentleman in question took his own life at the age of 20, after believing he owed $730,000.

When the White House can’t handle the truth

On Jan. 21, President Biden’s first full day in office, White House press secretary Jen Psaki began her briefing with this: “When the president asked me to serve in this role, we talked about the importance of bringing truth and transparency back to the briefing room.” Now, the administration’s position on opening schools shut by COVID lockdowns is testing that pledge.

Lady Dogs fall short in upset bid of No. 3 South Beau

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LONGVILLE - For the second time this season, the Jennings Bulldogs pushed the No. 3 South Beauregard Lady K’s to the limit, but falling short by the final of 53-46. The loss dropped the NO. 7-ranked Lady Dogs to 18-7 overall, while South Beau improved to 18-4.

No. 2 Lady Tigers polish off Notre Dame 67-18

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LAKE ARTHUR - The No. 2-ranked Lake Arthur Lady Tigers bounced back from their loss to LCA like nothing ever happened, defeating Notre Dame soundly by a count of 67-18. The Lady Tigers continued to drain 3-pointers by the dozens, as they used 12 in the lopsided win over the Lady Pios. The win moved the Lady Tigers to 25-4 overall and in good shape when playoff announcements are released on Sunday.