July 2021

Pelicans, Grizzlies agree to multi-player trade

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies have agreed to trade center Jonas Valanciunas to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for center Steven Adams, guard Eric Bledsoe and a swap of multiple draft choices, a person familiar with the situation said.

Report: Parish job growth down in May

Parish unemployment figures released this week revealed job growth in the parish was down in May.

CHIPS lists directors for 2021-2022 season

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A Chip Off the Old Block Youth Theater (CHIPS) recently announced their directors for the 2021-2022 season.

Marsh Madness

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The Punishers Rougarou Chapter hosted their 3rd annual Marsh Madness fair, festival and poker run Saturday with food, music and fun for the whole family. Proceeds from the event benefit local veterans, police, EMS, and the Chapter’s scholarship fund for Jennings, Lake Arthur and Welsh. Daily News photos by Amanda Gist

Louisiana education dept. turnover high under new chief

BATON ROUGE(AP) — State education leaders cite multiple possible factors behind the high employee turnover at Louisiana’s Department of Education.

Teen struck, killed while walking on road in Desoto Parish

MANSFIELD (AP) — A pedestrian was killed while walking on a road in Desoto Parish, authorities said.

Prison for tax preparer in fraud case

SHREVEPORT (AP) — A former tax preparer from north Louisiana has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for defrauding the Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Shreveport said Friday.

Fun, On-the-Go Health Hacks

As many people start getting back into normal routines, they’re returning to familiar on-the-go lifestyles by heading back to work, traveling to new destinations and enjoying time with loved ones.

Woman pleads guilty to burning girlfriend’s baby to death

NATCHITOCHES (AP) — A 28—year-old woman has pleaded guilty to burning her girlfriend’s infant son to death, and has agreed to testify against the other woman.

ABOB announces contest for upcoming production

To celebrate their upcoming production of “Clue! On Stage”, A Block off Broadway Community Theatre (ABOB) is kicking off the festivities by offering a fun and interactive social media contest to win free tickets to the show.