December 2023

Judge voids result of Louisiana sheriff’s election decided by a single vote, orders a new runoff

BATON ROUGE (AP) — A judge has voided the result of a Louisiana sheriff’s election that was decided by a single vote and ordered a new runoff be held, saying there is evidence a handful of ballots were cast illegally.

Zelenskyy issues plea for support as Ukraine funding stalls in Congress

WASHINGTON(AP)—UkrainianPresidentVolodymyr Zelenskyy kicked off a quick visit to Washington on Monday, warning in a speech at a defense university that Russia may be fighting in Ukraine but its 'real target is freedom' in America and around the world. He also issued a personal plea for Congress to break its deadlock and approve continued support for Ukraine.

LSU QB Jayden Daniels overcomes being out of playoff hunt to win Heisman Trophy with prolific season

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NEW YORK (AP) — Jayden Daniels was too good to be overlooked.

Strong second half leads LSU past ULL, 83-53

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BATON ROUGE — The game was tied at half, but No. 7 LSU used a strong second half performance to power past Louisiana-Lafayette, 83-53, Sunday in the PMAC.

Area resident dies in single-vehicle accident

DUSON — An area woman died after succumbing to injuries she received in a vehicle accident late Friday night.

Christmas Movie Under the Oaks planned

LAKE ARTHUR — It’s the holiday season and the town is busy preparing for the annual Christmas Movie Under the Oaks.

Area BBB warns shoppers of holiday scams

’Tis the season for shopping and sadly scammers are already taking advantage by impersonating television shopping networks.

WFD and Dazzler parents to host fundraiser

WELSH — Parents of a local school dance line are partnering with the Welsh Fire Department (WFD) for a barbecue fundraiser that will fund their trip to the national competition.

Parde of Lights

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The feeling of Christmas was in the air at Elton’s annual Christmas Parade… and so were candy canes, lollipops and chocolate candies. The festive lights adorning the floats twinkled in the fading light of dusk, creating a shimmering display as far as the eye could see.

Louisiana's economic growth outpaces 40 states despite some concerning data

(The Center Square) — Louisiana's gross domestic product jumped 3.2% in the second quarter of 2023, faster than 40 other states, though experts contend the data doesn't tell the whole story.