April 2022

An Inviting Refuge

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If ever there was a need to create a tranquil escape from the chaos of the world, the time is now. Converting your living space into a soul-soothing refuge may be easier than you think as a serene color palette is often all you need to shift the mood of your home.

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JALH joins Ochsner Health family

Jennings American Legion Hospital (JALH) is now officially merged with Ochsner Health, which is expected to mean more healthcare options for Jennings and the surrounding area.

JDP bookmobile returns, repairs under budget

The Jeff Davis Parish (JDP) Library Board of Control met Monday morning to discuss the return of the parish library bookmobile.

Ready to Shine

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A Block Off Broadway’s Chip Off the Old Block high school cast members Allyson Treme (above) and Shyla Swarna (right) prepare for opening night of The Anatomy of Gray this coming weekend by painting the stage, sets and props. Showtimes are Friday, April 8, and Saturday, April 9, at 6 p.m., as well as Sunday, April 10, at 2 p.m. Admission is $7. Daily News photos by Erin Hargrave

JHS FFA to compete in state competition

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Area Future Farmers of America (FFA) students are making a name for themselves at the state level.

USDA gathering farm labor data

BATON ROUGE — Area Farmers are encouraged to participate in a survey to help provide accurate data to federal legislators.

Diamond Dogs earn sweep of LCCP

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The Jennings Bulldogs swept a district 4-3A doubleheader over the Lake Charles College Prep (LCCP) Trailblazers on Saturday at Danny Reed Field. The Dogs won the first contest in walk-off fashion 4-3, then knocked off the Blazers 12-6 in the second contest. With the pair of wins, Jennings improved to 9-11 overall, 4-2 in league play. The victories also allowed the Bulldogs to jump to No. 13 in the latest Class 3A power ratings. Jennings was back in action on Monday afternoon in a non-district tilt with Central Catholic of Morgan City before returning to 4-3A action today when they travel to South Beauregard.

Doise, Freeland to represent JDP in state shooting competition

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On Friday, two Jefferson Davis Parish 4-H members, Gus Doise and Barrett Freeland, participated in the 2022 Southern Regional Junior Advanced Shotgun Competition that was held in Port Allen. Out of the 62 shooters that competed in the event, Doise and Freeland are among the 17 shooters that will advance to state.

Recall petition of Oakdale mayor short

OAKDALE (AP) — A group seeking to recall the mayor of a central Louisiana city is about 350 signatures shy of reaching its goal.