April 2021

City approves 2021 millage rates

The city’s millage rates will stay this same, as no reassessment was completed this year.

en Français Cajun

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The French language was practiced Tuesday during the Welsh library’s Coffee and Conversation with Friends. The event aims to revive use of the Cajun French language through a variety of activities. The event is held every Tuesday from 2-3 p.m. next door to the library at the Presbyterian Church, located at 305 Hudspeth Street. Daily News photos by Sheila Smith

Committee wants to continue RFP process

The insurance committee of the Jeff Davis Parish School Board is planning to stick with a current method that allows the district to acquire proposals for fair, competitive bids for coverage.

Elton council to address drainage woes

ELTON — The town council has promised to address drainage issues that are plaguing one resident here.

Deadline to register for ASPIRE summer internship program is April 23

The April 23 deadline for students to register for the LSU AgCenter ASPIRE summer internship program is quickly approaching. Students can apply today at LSUAgCenter. com/ASPIRE.

Make it your business

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and child advocates statewide are coming together to raise awareness in order to inspire and encourage Louisiana citizens to stand up against child and domestic abuse.

Parents of bullies can (and should) stop the cycle

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A sixth-grade teacher recently shared the following story with me: Two girls in her class were making fun of a classmate whose family was struggling financially. The girl was socially awkward and had no friends. The mocking was taking place both at school and on social media.

Play ball! Just leave MLB out of politics

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Barring natural disasters or unforeseen health crises, chances are I’ll watch around 150 Red Sox games during the 2021 season, along with parts of other contests as the pennant races advance. And I would have done so, it’s important to emphasize, whether deposed strongman Donald J. Trump likes it or not.

Mobile sports betting money tempts cash-strapped states

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — States around the country are realizing what gamblers figured out long ago: The future of sports betting — and tax money to be made from it — is online.

A steady diet of limited fans on PGA Tour though end of May

AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — The roars returned to Masters. At least two of them.