June 2022

West Nile Virus found in South LA

Even with mosquito populations dropping from the dry weather this year, another concern has risen in the form of a dangerous and potentially fatal virus, known as the West Nile Virus (WNV).

Friend brings new boyfriends to every holiday gathering

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DEAR HARRIETTE: My best friend spends pretty much every holiday with my family because she really doesn’t have a family of her own. She’s estranged from her parents and siblings and lives across the country from all of them. I love having her with me for the holidays; she’s the sister I never had.

Your vote matters more than you think

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\When American revolutionaries waged a war for independence, they took a leap of faith that sent ripple effects across generations. They embraced a radical idea of establishing a government that entrusted the power of the nation not to a monarchy, but to its citizens.

Don’t drink and drive

Police will be out in full-force next weekend in anticipation of the Fourth of July holiday looking to catch those who decide to take theirs and other’s lives in their own hands by choosing to get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol.

Historical Documents

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The City of Jennings had microfilmed and donated local historical documents to the Jennings Carnegie Library. Making the presentation to librarian Laura Myers is City Clerk Saday Manuel. The documents may be viewed at the library, located on Cary Avenue.

Common baking mistakes and how to prevent them

Baking can be a wonderful hobby or even a successful business venture. Although baking is a relatively easy skill to learn, there are some who lament that they are wonderful cooks, but terrible bakers. That’s likely because cooking is much more forgiving in terms of ingredient measurements and technique, while baking requires more precision.

Are we at risk?

Part 3: The reality of life in schools for educators and students

Reap the many health benefits of a good laugh

Most people have heard the adage that “laughter is the best medicine.” There are many indications that laughter can be beneficial to the mind and body, and that the perks of laughter and humor are far-reaching.

JES security walk through

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School officials and administrators lead members of the Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office on a security walk through of the new Jennings Elementary School. They discussed construction, designs, alarms and crisis plans.

Harvest Season Outlook

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This year has been dry, compared to last and even with harvests catching up, farmers and cattle producers are facing increased expenses, along with limited returns on investments.