March 2023

SWAMP STOL

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The third annual Swamp Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) series kicked off the season at the Jennings Airport over the weekend.

Early voting results updated

Early voting was held March 11-18 for the March 25 Municipal Primary Election in certain precincts in Jeff Davis Parish.

Crash claims life of unrestrained motorist on I-10

Over the weekend, a single vehicle crash claimed the life of a 54-year-old Ponchatoula man traveling on I-10.

LA Housing Authority audit results released

LAKE ARTHUR—The Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s Office (LLAO) recently released the results of an annual audit completed on the financial health of a parish housing authority.

LDWF adds new course dates to fishing education program

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is adding to the course catalog for its growing education classes.

When the Grid Fails

In 2021, a winter storm decimated a major electrical power grid, leaving thousands of Americans in the dark and cold. Some people lost their lives while others battled to overcome extensive damage to their homes and businesses.

Clean Energy Home Upgrades

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GO WILD

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Azaleas are ubiquitous in Southern gardens — and for good reason. Each spring, the azalea bloom is a sight to see. Some travelers make trips to the South just to see this spectacular display of flowers, much like Southerners head north to enjoy the fall foliage change.

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Richert Named 7th District Citizen of the Year

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During the American Legion 7th District Spring Conference held at Post 15 in Crowley on March 5, 7th District National Security Commission Representative Jeff Schendel (on right) and 7th District Commander Edward Hutchins Sr. (on left) presented the 2023 7th District Citizen of the Year Award to Joel Richert (center) from Jennings. Richert was nominated for the award by Post 19 from Jennings and is now in contention for the Department of Louisiana state level award, which will be presented at the American Legion state convention in June. The 7th District is comprised of 34 American Legion Posts located in eight Southwest Louisiana parishes, including Jeff Davis, Cameron, Calcasieu, Beauregard, Allen, St. Landry, Evangeline and Acadia.