July 2022

ZAM discussion features Coushatta tribe members

On Thursday evening, Zigler Art Museum (ZAM) hosted a roundtable discussion at the Arts and Technology Center, where members of the Coushatta tribe shared aspects of their sovereign nation’s culture and their perspectives on voting in elections.

Abelias are tough and beautiful

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Flowering ornamental shrubs that require little to no effort are a prized possession of both homeowners and landscapers. One underutilized and underappreciated flowering shrub is the abelia.

Karate Kids

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Hudson Lejeune, 5, of Jennings and a member of Third Dragon Karate Academy, shows off his moves during a fundrasier benefit held for Amber Trahan. The school put on a 15-minute performance showcasing several of the American Shotokan skills and techniques the students have been learning. Team 3DKA also performed board breaking, katas, and weapon training in sword, bo and nunchucks. Daily News photos by Tresa Timpa

JDSO to host summer blood drive

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Jeff Davis Sheriff’s Office (JDSO) is teaming up with LifeShare Blood Center in an effort to replenish the critical blood supply for many patients in Jeff Davis Parish.

Texas vet to be honored with state funeral

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DALLAS, TEXAS — A late Texas veteran was honored Thursday with two memorial services held in Washington, D.C. Thursday.

PJ delays parish road projects

Wednesday, Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury voted to postpone all major road repair projects until the first quarter of 2023 in hopes of receiving better bidding rates.

Adley Benoit LeDoux

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Adley Benoit LeDoux was born Nov. 14, 1930. Almost 92 years later, on July 9, 2022, she passed from this life into the arms of her Savior Jesus Christ. Her service will be held Saturday, July 16, 2022, at Jennings Church of Christ, located at 1812 N. Cutting Ave. in Jennings.

Juanita Moore Cezar

The family of Juanita Moore Cezar, 83, announces her passing from this life.

Julie Ann Davis Pete

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It’s with great sadness and the heaviest of hearts that the family of Julie Ann Davis Pete announces her passing from this life on July 4, 2022, at the age of 61.

Submission

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“Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.”