July 2024

Educators push back on standardized testing

(The Center Square) — Criticism of over-testing and accountability standards highlighted the Louisiana House K-12 Education Study Group meeting on Monday.

Police make felony arrest

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Jennings Police Department recently responded to an emergency call that led to the arrest of a local man for various domestic abuse charges and resisting arrest.

New dirt offers gardening opportunities

LAKE ARTHUR — The Jeff Davis Parish Library received new dirt for its garden beds recently allowing residents to learn and enjoy the many aspects of gardening.

National debt tops $35 trillion

(The Center Square) — The U.S. national debt as of Monday officially topped $35 trillion, a grim milestone for the U.S. government and the economy as the national debt continues to soar each year.

Blood donors needed

LifeShare Blood Center is asking people to find a little time to give blood and help replenish low supplies of the lifesaving commodity.

Back to School

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Back to School

Jennings stadium project continues

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The next phase in the plans to renovate the Jennings High School Jerry Simmons Stadium will soon be underway.

Higgins to serve on task force investigating attempted assassination

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) will serve on the bipartisan House Task Force charged with investigating the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. The task force will be composed of seven Republicans and six Democrats.

Simple recipes that make school days a cinch

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Resisting the weeknight urge to call for takeout or order delivery starts with an approachable at-home menu with recipes you can prep in an instant. Especially during back-to-school season when schedules are jam-packed with activities, easy meals and desserts you can rely on allow you and your loved ones to ease tension in the kitchen.

Registration open for youth theater

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Registration to join Chip Off the Old Block Youth Theatre is currently underway for any area youth who may be dreaming of performing on stage. The classes have been divided into three separate age groups, including CHIPS Littles for students in grades third through fifth, CHIPS Middles for junior high grades sixth, seventh and eighth and CHIPS High School for freshmen through seniors.