August 2021

Jets’ Wilson enjoys ‘fanboy’ moment with Packers’ Rodgers

(AP) — Zach Wilson used to watch Aaron Rodgers on TV as a kid as often as he could, admiring the Green Bay Packers quarterback from afar.

Yarbrough, Rays hand Orioles 14th straight loss, 8-4

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Ryan Yarbrough came off the COVID-19 injured list and worked five scoreless innings as the AL East-leading Tampa Bay Rays handed the Baltimore Orioles their 14th consecutive loss, 8-4 on Wednesday night.

Voter deadline nears for Oct. 9 election

The deadline is approaching to register to vote in the Oct. 9 open primary election.

FIRE REPORTED AT LOCAL RICE BIN

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HATHAWAY — A rice bin caught fire Tuesday at a farm in Hathaway.

Fundraiser to benefit family of late resident

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Friends Supporting Friends is sponsoring a benefit in memory of Evangeline native Danny Sonnier this Saturday at 8 a.m.

Saints alter season ticket refund policy amid scrutiny

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Amid public and political scrutiny, the New Orleans Saints have adopted a new refund policy allowing fans to relinquish their season tickets and get their money back.

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Teach Your Children Well

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“Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged.” Colossians 3:20-21 NIV

Appeals court upholds Texas law to ban abortion procedure

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A Texas law outlawing an abortion method commonly used to end second-trimester pregnancies was upheld Wednesday by a federal appeals court in New Orleans.

CADA cancels annual event due to COVID-19 surge

Jeff Davis Communities Against Domestic Abuse (CADA) is having to postpone their biggest fundraiser of the year due to the current health crisis.