December 2022

Cardinals flex muscles in 88-58 win over Pickering

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LACASSINE — The Lacassine Cardinals picked up a big win Monday night over a good Pickering team at Juneau Gymnasium by a final of 88-58. The Cardinals placed five players in double figures in the win, led by Kane Broussard’s 23 and Jordan Duhe’s 20. The No. 7-ranked Cards moved to 14-9 overall on the season with the win, and will be back in action after the Christmas break when they participate in the St. Edmund Tournament. On top of having a game-high 23 points, Broussard also hauled down 15 rebounds. 2022 First Team All-Stater Aaron Garcia also had a big night by scoring 15 points, but also dished out 16 assists in the win.

Lady Cards shoot past Pickering, 60-27

LACASSINE — The Lacassine Lady Cardinals made it four out of their last five Monday night when they blasted the Pickering Lady Red Devils by a final of 60-27 at Juneau Gymnasium. The win moved the Lady Cards out to 16-7 on the season, and they are currently sitting inside the top 16 in the Division IV non-select power ratings. Lacassine placed three starters in double figures in the win, with Sydnie Cooley leading the way with 16 points. The Lady Cards were back in action Tuesday night when they welcomed the Eunice Lady Bobcats into Juneau Gymnasium. Lacassine will also entertain Rosepine on Thursday in a nondistrict clash. The Lady Cards shot out of the gates and claimed a 17-3 lead after the first period of play here Monday night. Hannah Fontenot led the Lady Cards by pouring in 10 points in the opening frame, including a pair of long 3-point bombs. Addison Hollier popped in six tallies, while Halli Davis hit one from the free throw line.

Hounds pummel Kinder, 52-21

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WELSH — The Welsh High Greyhounds hosted the Kinder High Yellow Jackets Monday night at the Greyhound Gymnasium on the Welsh High campus in a non-district contest. The Greyhounds dominated the court and took a huge win over the Yellow Jackets at 52-21. The win moved the Greyhounds to 5-4 while the Yellow Jackets fell to 3-7.

Elton powers past Sam Houston in Iowa Tourney

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By TRESA TIMPA

Congress moves to ban TikTok from US government devices

WASHINGTON (AP) — TikTok would be banned from most U.S. government devices under a government spending bill Congress unveiled early Tuesday, the latest push by American lawmakers against the Chinese-owned social media app.

Wanda Bergeaux

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Published in Jennings Daily News December 21, 2022

SB recognizes outgoing members

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Jeff Davis Parish School Board (JDSB) recently recognized the seven outgoing board members who will not be returning in 2023 due to the results of the recent election.

Wilson to start at QB for Jets vs Jaguars on Thursday night

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Zach Wilson is getting another start for the New York Jets, and this one in prime time.

I-10 closures canceled due to weather

Last week the state announced that the shoulders at four exits off I-10 in Jeff Davis Parish would see closures this week to allow state crews to allow to install Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) equipment. However, due to the predicted winter weather, those closures have been canceled until a later date. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced Dec. 15 that the westbound outside shoulder at the La. 97 exit in Jennings would be closed, in Roanoke, the westbound outside shoulder at the La. 395 exit would be closed Tuesday, Dec. 20. In Welsh, westbound outside shoulder at the La. 99 exit would have been closed Wednesday, Dec. 21 and lastly, the eastbound outside shoulder at the La. 101 exit in Lacassine was supposed to be closed on Thursday, Dec. 22.

Local Lights

With Christmas right around the corner, there are plenty of opportunities for residents to hit the road and enjoy some festive holiday light displays.