January 2023

Wild-card weekend features six rematches, three division games

(AP) — Wild-card weekend is all about familiarity.

Northwestern hires attorney to probe

EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Northwestern has hired an outside attorney to investigate alleged hazing within its football program.

SPORTS BRIEFS

Diamondbacks, Davies finalize $5 million, 1-year deal

Keep Your Car Safer and On the Road Longer

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FAMILY FEATURES

Colonoscopy prep is unpleasant, but necessary

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Calendar Guidelines

Elton plans public hearing for wastewater increase

ELTON — Town officials recently approved a motion to discuss the possibility of raising sewer rates for residential and commercial customers at a public hearing taking place later this month.

Soaking in the Rays

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Over 25 aquatic turtles bask in the sun in North Jeff Davis Parish, taking in vital UV rays to absorb warmth. The reason turtles will line up on a log is that they are ectothermic, which means cold blooded, so they cannot control their body temperature internally.

OMV adds autism indicator to ID cards

Officials with Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) recently announced the option for residents to add a new indicator on a state-issued identification (ID) cards.

Free tax prep available to qualified residents

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LAKE CHARLES — United Way of Southwest Louisiana’s (UWSL) free tax initiative, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), is open for registration.