May 2022

Lady Bulldogs Tennis competes at State Tournament

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On April 25 and 26, Lady Bulldogs Jillian Fontenot and Julia O’Brien competed at the Division 3A LHSAA State Tournament in West Monroe. The doubles team defeated Episcopal in both sets with an astounding score of 6-2, 6-1 in the first round of matches. They then fought hard against Loyola Prep and walked out of the match with a score of 2-6, 3-6. Both of the girls were recognized for their hard work on the courts and the classroom, and the seniors each received the All-Academic composite award for maintaining a 4.0 GPA all throughout highschool while playing tennis. The state match concluded the season for the team, and they will host their annual banquet on May 6 to honor the players.

Navarre named JFD chief

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An area firefighter was recently named head of the city’s fire department.

LA launches LACE program

LAKE ARTHUR — A new program was approved this week that will allow local police officers the opportunity to work extra hours while keeping roads safer for residents.

Bubbles for Beaux

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Ashton Guidry, 8, of Hathaway, blows bubbles with his fourlegged best friend, Beaux, who insists on popping each shiny pocket of air before it lands on the ground. Submitted photo

ASSIST recognized for community advocacy

A community action committee that serves Jeff Davis Parish was recognized for their dedication to helping to change lives for the better to create a better chance at success for everyone.

Welsh approves 2023 budget

WELSH — On Tuesday, the town council met and approved the 2022-2023 budget, which will take effect on June 1.

Fire hydrant maintenance scheduled

Members of the Jennings Fire Department will be conducting maintenance on fire hydrants, as well as flushing lines throughout Jennings. Chief Ashley Navarre reminds residents that if they notice a slight discoloration of their water, it’s normal.

Emptying the Dishwasher

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“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”

DHS disinformation board’s work, plans remain a mystery

WASHINGTON (AP) — There is little credible information about the new Disinformation Governance Board.

Four teens accused of dragging woman to death plead not guilty

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Four teens charged with murder in the dragging death of an elderly New Orleans woman whose arm was severed during a carjacking pleaded not guilty Wednesday.