November 2022

States settle with Google, iHeartMedia over misleading ads

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The Federal Trade Commission andahandfulofstatesannounced settlements Monday with Google and iHeartMedia related to misleading radio advertisements about a Google cellphone.

Hawaii’s Mauna Loa erupts, officials warn people to prepare

HONOLULU (AP) — Waves of orange, glowing lava and smoky ash erupted Monday from the world’s largest active volcano and people living on Hawaii’s Big Island were warned to be ready if their communities are threatened.

Fentanyl’s scourge plainly visible on streets of Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a filthy alley behind a Los Angeles doughnut shop, Ryan Smith convulsed in the grips of a fentanyl high — lurching from moments of slumber to bouts of violent shivering on a warm summer day.

Lady Tigers blast through ARCA, 55-9

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MAURICE — The Lake Arthur Lady Tigers finished up their trip to the North Vermillion Tournament last week by ripping through Acadiana Renaissance Charter (ARCA) by a final of 55-9. Lake Arthur saw 11 players get in the scoring column in the win. The win moved the Lady Tigers above the .500 mark on the season, and they now sit at 3-2 overall. The Lady Tigers are back in action tonight when they welcome in St. Edmund to “Nookie” Moore Gymnasium for a non-district showdown.

No. 1 Georgia motivated to end SEC championship game drought

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Georgia’s recent frustrations in the Southeastern Conference championship game are providing extra motivation for the Bulldogs to remain focused this week.

Feeding Flock

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A flock of Black-necked Stilts enjoys a marsh located in South Jeff Davis Parish. Black-necked Stilts are almost always seen near shallow water, including both salt and fresh water, especially mudflats, salt pans, saltmarshes and even human-modified habitats, such as flooded fields.

Early voting ends Saturday

Nearly 200 voters registered in Jeff Davis Parish turned out Saturday for the first day of the week-long early voting period for the Dec. 10 Congressional General Election.

KC chapter to hold yard sale fundraiser

Knights of Columbus (KC) chapter 2012 is preparing to host a yard sale to raise funds to assist with its mission of helping others throughout the community, as well as the state.

Auburn hires Liberty’s Hugh Freeze, who’s coming back to SEC

(AP) — Auburn is hiring Liberty coach Hugh Freeze to take over the football program, more than five years after his resignation from SEC West rival Mississippi amid both personal and NCAA scandals.

Smoke alarm program open to eligible residents

Officials from the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) urge residents to participate in its free smoke alarm program.