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Special Olympics celebrates 50 years of inclusiveness

SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — Bases loaded, a gold medal on the line. Manuel Velasco Jr. stands in the batter’s box sniffling, tears streaming down his face.

Seconds earlier, the 19-year-old known as Junior was behind the dugout, his coach imploring him to shake off a hard collision at third base in the top half of the inning. Junior was about to miss his turn at the plate.

FAVORABLE fungi

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After a rainy period in summer, we typically see mushrooms popping up

everywhere. Some people are concerned; some are curious, and some are downright irritated when these strange growths appear in landscapes.

Two Fenton men charged with burglary

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Two Fenton men were charged this week for burglarizing an inhabited residence and three vehicles located near the property. Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office (JDSO), along with Fenton Police Department

Putin chides Trump’s opponents, calls summit a success

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin called his first summit with President Donald Trump a success — but warned Thursday that Trump’s opponents in the U.S. are hampering any

STATE BRIEFS

2 charged in attack of man in wheelchair NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Court records show that two men have been charged in an attack on a man in a wheelchair

SWLVH Vets stay busy

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The residents at the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home (SWLVH) stay busy. At any given time during the day, resident veterans can be seen taking part in their favorite hobbies and

Qualifying continues

Several candidates have already signed up to be on the ballot in this fall’s election from around the parish. Qualifying for the Nov. 6 election opened this week, running from

Jennings FD responds to two fires

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Firefighters with the Jennings Fire Department responded to two house fires Tuesday evening and early morning on Wednesday. Around 6:30 p.m. Tuesday firefighters responded to a house fire at 814

Heroes and Kids happening Sunday

The Jennings police and fire departments are gearing up for Sunday’s Heroes and Kids fun day to be held from 3-5 p.m. at the city pool on Lake Arthur Ave.

Officials start process to repair Beaufort Bridge

A bridge in Welsh that was closed this week due to structural damage will soon see repairs. Jeff Davis Police Jurors opened up the project for bids and design plans