Community

Richard, Brown announce plans to wed

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Melanie Claire Richard of Lynn Haven, Florida, and Clyde Douglas Brown III of Panama City Beach, Florida, announce their plans to wed at Forrest Grove Plantation in Denham Springs Aug. 10, 2019.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Marc and Crystal Richard of Ruston. A graduate of Florida State University in Tallahassee, she is currently studying law at Louisiana State University’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center in Baton Rouge.

Area couples welcome newborns

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Robicheaux earns CITGO scholarship

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The CITGO Lake Charles Refinery continues a 31-year tradition by awarding scholarships to deserving high school graduates who are children of CITGO employees.

This year, four 2018 high school graduates were selected through an application process based on CITGO scholastic criteria. Richard Robicheaux of Jennings High School, son of Maintenance Machinist Cedric Robicheaux, was one recipient.

Mayor proclaims October Alpha Delta Kappa Month

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Jennings Mayor Henry Guinn proclaimed October as Alpha Delta Kappa Month. President Diana LeBlanc and President-elect Ursula O. Meaux were present at the signing.

Alpha Delta Kappa is an international honorary organization of women educators dedicated to educational excellence, altruism and world understanding.

Alpha Delta Kappa was founded in 1947 to recognize and support the professional efforts of outstanding women educators.

KC Council 2012 Donates to Caring Hands

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On Oct. 24, Past Grand Knight Glenn McFarlain (left) of Knights of Columbus Council 2012 from Our Lady Help of Christians Parish in Jennings, presented a donation of $300 to the staff of Caring Hands to help with the Coats for Kids program. Staff members (from left to right) included Flo McNally, Nookie Miller (pictured with niece Avery Lewis), Donna Richert, Rosie Richards, and Glenda Laird.The Caring Hands staff members in this photo are all members of Our Lady Help of Christians Parish.

Republican Women welcome speakers

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Jeff Davis Republican Women recently hosted club meetings.

In September, the group hosted one of the candidates for secretary of state, Turkey Creek Mayor Heather Cloud. Cloud said she was a victim of voter fraud herself in her first bid for mayor, and was given proof of it by citizens in her town. That led to a long process to obtain a second election, and eventually to get two laws passed by the State legislature to prevent voter fraud.

Garden Club recognizes October Gardens of the Month

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The Jennings Garden Club recognized the Southwest Louisiana War Veterans Home as Business Garden of the Month for October. The home is located at 1610 Evangeline Hwy. Pictured is Mr. Ryan Guidry. The Residential Garden of the Month for October was awarded to Mrs. Royce Levy located at 1223 Wilbert D. Rochelle. To nominate a Jennings yard for recognition, call (337)370-6704.

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STATE BRIEFS

Student fees increasing at University of Louisiana campuses BATON ROUGE (AP) — After giving students a pass in the fall, Louisiana’s largest university system will boost student charges this spring,

LAES announces Students of the Month

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Lake Arthur Elementary School (LAES) Parent Teacher Organization glorifies and rewards students and teachers for their accomplishments on a monthly basis in order to maintain motivation and goal orientation throughout