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Wayfaring Stranger

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If you’ve never heard the American folk song Wayfaring Stranger, you owe it to yourself to look it up. My favorite version is the one sung by Charlie Haden, but there are many beautiful versions. The song is very meaningful for anyone who is facing death or who has ever lost someone who they love. The first verse laments “I am a poor wayfaring stranger, wandering through this world of woe. And there’s no sickness, toil, or danger in that bright world to which I go.

IHS Homecoming Court named

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The 2024 Iota High School Homecoming Court was recently announced. Pictured here are the IHS students vying for the title. Front row: Alex Ancelet (from left), Abigail LeJeune and Raegan Miller. Middle row: Chloe Habetz (from left), Rose McDaniel, Addison Cormier and Chloe Darbonne. Back row: Alaina Zaunbrecher (from left), Savannah Hebert, Chloe Bordelon, Madison McGee and Reagan Atchison

Financial markets meeting held

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Valuable insights on navigating pre- and post-election market concerns were addressed during a recent brunch hosted by Sabelhaus Wealth Partners. Senior Vice President of Capital Group, Burk Patterson, addressed the group, emphasizing the importance of focusing on historical market trends rather than reacting to short-term volatility, which is often driven by sensational news. He highlighted ways inflation impacts purchasing power and explained how investing in companies can outpace inflation over time. By maintaining patience and avoiding emotional decisions during downturns, Patterson demonstrated how investors can benefit from long-term market growth. The event provided attendees with a reassuring bigpicture perspective on investing through elections and beyond.

Ports seek order to force dockworkers to bargaining table as strike looms

DETROIT (AP) — With a strike deadline looming, the group representing East and Gulf Coast ports is asking a federal agency to make the Longshoremen's union come to the bargaining table to negotiate a new contract.

House committee hears testimony on Louisiana's response to COVID

(The Center Square) — The Louisiana House Homeland Security Committee heard testimony from state officials and doctors on the state's response to COVID19 on Wednesday.

Democrats try to censure Rep. Clay Higgins for slandering Haitians

WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democrats attempted Wednesday to quickly censure a Republican congressman who slandered Haitian immigrants in a post he made on social media, but GOP leadership stamped out the effort.

ZAM offers second youth fall class

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Area children ages seven to 12 who are interested in art are invited to sign up for classes with the Zigler Art Museum.

Nature´s Wonder

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A rare albino squirrel was spotted frolicking on Cary Avenue in Jennings

Pierrotti announces candidacy

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ELTON — Mike Pierrotti has announced his candidacy for the Mayor of Elton, which will appear on the Nov. 5 ballot. Pierrotti is running on the platform of experience, leadership, honesty and integrity. He has six years of experience serving on the Elton Town Council and has served as interim mayor since May.

Town hall meeting set

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Congressman Clay Higgins will be available to answer questions and hear concerns from parish residents during a town hall meeting starting at 6 p.m. Oct. 9. Higgins represents Louisiana’s 3rd District in the U.S. House of Representatives.