January 2024

JHS sophomore class to hold fundraiser

Jennings High School (JHS) sophomore class is holding a barbecue fundraiser to assist with costs for its annual formal prom dance and graduation ceremony from 4:30-6 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 25 at the school’s gym, located at 2310 North Sherman St.

Louisiana House committee approves redistricting bill, rejects another

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(The Center Square) — A House committee approved one bill to create new congressional districts and deferred another on Wednesday during the third day of an extraordinary session.

Saints fire offensive coordinator, who spent 18 years with club

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints have fired offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael Jr. along with senior offensive assistant Bob Bicknell and receivers coach Kodi Burns.

Arctic Art

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Extreme winter weather blew through Jeff Davis Parish earlier this week causing frozen pipes, icy roadways, power outages and school closures. Thanks to Monday night’s rain and sleet, many surfaces, including vines and roofs, were left covered in icicles.

Tigers blast through Grand Lake, 68-31

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LAKE ARTHUR — The Lake Arthur High Tigers hosted the Grand Lake High Hornets in district competition Friday night at “Nookie” Moore Gymnasium. The Tigers would be too much for the Hornets to handle as they dominated the hardwood from the start of the game until the final buzzer for the 68-31 win. The 37-point win brings Lake Arthur to 7-8, while Grand Lake drops to 4-11.

Lady Tigers demolish Grand Lake, 71-12

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LAKE ARTHUR — The Lake Arthur Lady Tigers kept their winning ways up on Friday as they belted the Grand Lake Hornets in a district contest by a final of 71-12 at “Nookie” Moore Gymnasium. With the win, Lake Arthur moves to 18-4 overall and is sitting at No.4 in the latest Division IV non-select power ratings. Senior guard Vivian Sketoe led the Lady Tiger charge by popping in a game-high 23 points.

Lady Hornets drop close one to Midland

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MIDLAND — The Hathaway Lady Hornets basketball team traveled to play the Midland Lady Rebels Friday night in a district game. Midland bolted out to a 22-10 led and would lead 33-31 at halftime. Hathaway led 44-40 in the third period, but Midland would make a fourth period comeback to take a 64-63 win.

Big second half propels Welsh over DeQuincy

DEQUINCY — The Welsh Greyhounds stayed perfect in district play Friday night by thumping the DeQuincy Tigers by a final 73-46 at Greyhound Gymnasium. The Hounds are currently sitting at No. 7 in the latest Division IV non-select power ratings and upped their overall mark to 10-8. Welsh placed five players in double figures Friday night, with La’Troy Pattum and Keithan Achane leading the way with 16 and 15, respectively. The Hounds were scheduled to take on the Lake Arthur Tigers in a battle of undefeated teams in 5-2A play.

Legislature committee assignments announced

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BATON ROUGE — District 37 Representative Troy Romero has been appointed to a leadership position on a state-wide development committee.

Lieutenant Governor calls for greener Mardi Gras

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Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser along with non-profit organization Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) call for greener Mardi Gras and urge Louisianans to do their part to reduce waste and litter this carnival season.