January 2022

Say thanks during School Board Recognition Month

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Many Amy not realize how important the people are behind the scenes who fight for their children’s best interests and educational future.

Republicans and Democrats are capable of blowing it in November

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Bill Clinton used to say that all elections are about the future. It’s true. Voters want to know what candidates will do in office — how they will fix problems — and if they can be trusted to handle the unexpected developments the future brings.

Qualifying kicks off for DA race

Qualifying for the open municipal primary election kicks off today and candidates vying for the race for Jeff Davis District Attorney (DA) have until Friday to throw their hats in the ring.

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Southwest Louisiana War Veterans Home resident Ricky Ryan writes about what he loves most about living at the home — the food. Submitted photos

Free tax prep available for qualified taxpayers

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United Way of Southwest Louisiana’s (UWSL) free tax initiative, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), is open for registration.

Welsh Mardi Gras events set for Feb. 12

WELSH — The Town of Welsh is gearing up for their annual Mardi Gras festivities including a run, parade and street dance set for Saturday, Feb. 12.

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Abortion opponents eye priorities as high court ruling looms

(AP) — In the nearly two months since a conservative majority of justices on the Supreme Court indicated openness to dramatic new restrictions on abortion, money has poured into the political fundraising arm of the anti-abortion group Susan B. Anthony List.

Ukraine urges calm, saying Russian invasion not imminent

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s leaders sought to reassure the nation that a feared invasion from neighboring Russia was not imminent, even as they acknowledged the threat is real and prepared to accept a shipment of American military equipment Tuesday to shore up their defenses.

JHS rolls over Golden Knights 74-33

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The Jennings boys basketball team rolled over the young and inexperienced South Beauregard Golden Knights 74-33 Friday night in Longville. The Bulldogs, who were playing their eighth straight road game in four weeks, made themselves at home by starting off on a 21-0 run. Jennings lead 38-7 at halftime and would put substitutes in for most of the second half. The Bulldogs would outscore the Knights 36 to 28 in the second half in route to their 74-33 win.