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US-BUILT PIER IN GAZA IS RECONNECTED AFTER REPAIRS, AND AID WILL FLOW SOON, US CENTRAL COMMAND SAYS

WASHINGTON (AP) — A U.S. military-built pier designed to carry aid into Gaza by boat has been reconnected to the beach in the besieged territory after it broke apart in storms and rough seas. U.S. Central Command said Friday food and other supplies will begin flowing in the coming days. The pier section that connects to the beach in Gaza was rebuilt two weeks after heavy storms damaged it and abruptly halted what had already been a troubled delivery route. Central Command says operations at the reconnected pier will be ramped up soon with a goal to get 1 million pounds of food and other supplies moving through the pier into Gaza every two days.

US EMPLOYERS ADDED A ROBUST 272,000 JOBS IN MAY IN A SIGN OF SUSTAINED ECONOMIC HEALTH

WASHINGTON (AP) — America’s employers added a strong 272,000 jobs in May, accelerating from April and a sign that companies are still confident enough in the economy to keep hiring despite persistently high interest rates. Last month’s sizable job gain suggests that the economy is still growing steadily, propelled by consumer spending on travel, entertainment and other areas of the service sector. U.S. airports, for example, reported record traffic over the Memorial Day weekend.

Lakey, Rubin face DA in court

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The Jeff Davis Parish District Attorney’s Office recently prosecuted two area individuals for sex crimes and drug offenses.

LA boasts much-improved rural sewage treatment plant

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LAKE ARTHUR — Nestled on the outskirts of town, Lake Arthur’s sewer plant is in the midst of many changes aimed at eliminating contamination and making the system more manageable.

Local chef achieves runner-up at Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off

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MONROE — Louisiana’s annual Seafood Cook-Off was held recently in Monroe, hosted by Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board, in conjunction with Up Yonder Food and Wine Festival. Executive Chef Sullivan “Van” Zant of Vestal restaurant in downtown Lafayette competed against 12 accomplished chefs from around Louisiana. The Jennings High School alumnus was one of only two chefs to compete alone.

Town officials, property owner discuss Welsh zoning issue

WELSH — The Welsh Board of Aldermen recently attempted to help a town native who is hoping to open a barber shop in a residential area.

Gatos CROSSING

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Hathaway resident Krystal Boudreaux snapped a picture of this adult alligator near Castex Landing

Memorial pool splashes into summer

The City of Jennings War Memorial Pool is in full swing for the summer, offering a chance for residents to cool off and enjoy a splashing good time.

Last chance to catch ABOB show

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A Block Off Broadway Community Theatre will present its production of “Dearly Beloved” by Jamie Wooten, Jessie Jones and Nicholas Hope to the community for the last time this weekend.