January 2023

HHS ladies top Lady Bulldogs, 56-41

HATHAWAY — The Hathaway High Lady Hornets (20-4) hosted the J.S. Clark Leadership Academy (JSCLA) Lady Bulldogs (18-4) Tuesday night in a district opener. The Lady Hornets maintained a rigorous momentum in the fast-paced game for the 56-41 win over the Lady Bulldogs.

Balanced scoring leads Welsh past Grand Lake, 60-43

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GRAND LAKE — The No.7-ranked Welsh Greyhounds picked up their tenth win of the season this week when they traveled down to Grand Lake and defeated the Hornets by a final of 60-43. The win moved Welsh out to 10-7 on the season, while Grand Lake fell to 3-9. The Greyhounds put four players in double figures in the district win, and led the contest from start to finish.

Hornets drop district opener to J.S. Clark, 52-36

HATHAWAY — The Hathaway High Hornets (5-17) hosted the J.S. Clark Leadership Academy (JSCLA) Bulldogs (11-9) in the first district game of the season Tuesday night in Charles F. Groth Gymnasium. The Hornets played hard but were unsuccessful in their attempt to bank a win as the Bulldogs dominated on the hardwood securing the 52-36 win.

Strong fourth quarter leads Tiger win over ND

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CROWLEY – The Lake Arthur Tigers made the short journey over to Crowley to open league play against the Notre Dame Pioneers. The Tigers avenged an earlier loss to the Pios this season by throttling their guests 50-34. The win moved Lake Arthur to 6-7 overall, 1-0 in district action. After trailing early in the contest, Lake Arthur rallied back over the final three periods of play to put an exclamation point on their league opener.

JDSO: Search warrant results in drug bust

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Earlier this week, an area man is being sought and another was arrested by Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office (JDSO) after a search warrant led them to recover multiple narcotics and guns, as well as cash.

City creates special district

The city aims to create a special district that would allow for the recovery of costs associated with moving a lift station necessary for construction of Hebert’s Boudin and Cracklins.

Officials offer tips on mosquito control

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WELSH — Officials with Jeff Davis Parish Mosquito Abatement District 1 (JDMAD) recently spoke with an area civic organization about the importance of its abatement efforts, as well as what residents can do to control the mosquito population.

Honoring Dr. King

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Dre’Raiel Harmon, 3, (above, from left) and Katelyn Boutte, 3, along with Rankevian Gloston, 4, (left) lead their classmates through the streets of Jennings as Save the Children Head Start participated in a unity march to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy.

Local man charged for animal cruelty

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A Jennings man was charged with eight counts of animal cruelty after he was found in possession of an emaciated adult female dog and her seven young puppies.

Mayor names crime task force as violent deaths mount

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Eleven days into a new year that has seen more than a dozen slayings — including two triple killings and one double homicide — New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell announced Wednesday the formation of a 14-member task force to address violent crime.