February 2021

LA approves new waste disposal contract

LAKE ARTHUR — The town council voted to approve four new waste disposal contracts at a Wednesday meeting.

Library program explained

WELSH — A program on the history of voting is causing some controversy in the Lafayette area, and the library director here says she wants to avoid any misunderstandings about the series.

Honoring Palermo

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A procession was held at Miguez Funeral Home in Jennings on Wednesday, Feb. 3, for Rock Palermo. Palermo, a pilot for the Calcaseiu Parish Sheriff’s Office, was killed in a plane crash near Hackberry on Tuesday along with his flight student, Don Clements. Daily News photos by Jonathan Smith

Swift: Recovery will happen in SWLA

WELSH - Southwest Louisiana as a whole is still recovering from hurricanes Laura and Delta but George Swift, executive director of the Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance, said recovery will happen.

Early lead, Green’s 32 propel Welsh over LA

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WELSH - The Welsh Greyhounds used a monster night from Will Green to take down the Lake Arthur Tigers by a final of 78-59 in a district 6-2A showdown at Welsh High School Tuesday night. Green scorched the nets for 32 points in the win, and helped move the Hounds’ overall record up to 6-15, 2-3 in district play. Despite the loss, Lake Arthur had a great showing by the duo of Kenyon Boese and Ray Levi. The pair combined to pour in 42 points, with Boese knocking down five 3-pointers in the contest.

No. 2 Lady Hornets blow past Midland 77-30

MIDLAND - The No. 2-ranked Hathaway Lady Hornets won their sixth straight contest Tuesday night in dominating fashion, blasting the No. 7 Midland Lady Rebels by a final of 77-30. The win keeps the Lady Hornets atop the district 6-B standings at 4-0, and upped their overall mark to 19-3 on the year. Hathaway will now stare down a huge rematch of last year’s Class B semifinal game tonight when they travel across Jeff Davis Parish to do battle with the No. 5-ranked Lacassine Lady Cardinals. Lacassine is currently unbeaten in 6-B play at 2-0, but missed three league games due to Covid-19 protocol.

LADY TIGERS SHOOT PAST WELSH 91-41

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WELSH - The No. 2-ranked Lake Arthur Lady Tigers steam rolled their way past the Welsh Lady Greyhounds Tuesday night at Welsh High School to remain perfect in district 6-2A play. The Lady Tigers put on a shooting gallery in their 91-41 victory by drilling 16 3-pointers, and placed seven players in the scoring column. Every single player that recorded points for Lake Arthur in the win notched a 3-ball. Senior Deonna Brister led the Lady Tigers with 26 points, while freshman Vivian Sketoe buried five jumpers from long range and recorded 20 points. With the win, Lake Arthur moved to 25-3 overall, 5-0 in league play. Welsh dropped to 10-16 overall, 1-4 in 6-2A contests.

Deep Calling unto Deep

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“Deep calls to deep in the roar of your waterfalls; all your waves and breakers have swept over me.” Psalm 42:7 NIV

LA Mardi Gras changes location

LAKE ARTHUR — The Mardi Gras celebration this Saturday, Feb. 6, has been moved to Thomwell.

United Way to assist with FEMA appeals

United Way of Southwest Louisiana is kicking off a new program that will assist community members affected by Hurricanes Laura and Delta who were denied assistance from FEMA. Training and background checks will be provided by the nonprofit and no experience is necessary.