Welsh fluoride issue addressed
WELSH – A dentist here addressed concerns over fluoride in the town’s water Tuesday night, defending the use of the chemical to ensure good health.
The use of fluoride in town water became an issue last month when Welsh native Ashley Augustine told the Board of Aldermen she was concerned that the chemical could harm one’s health. According to research she produced, ingesting fluoride through the water supply could lead to poor bone health among other medical problems. Augustine said since the use of fluoride is not federally mandated and many Louisiana municipalities have discontinued use of the chemical, Welsh should consider doing the same. At the time, Welsh officials said they were interested in Augustine’s information and might consider pulling fluoride from the local water plant. »»
Council to serve as ‘homewreckers’
With over $40,000 in grant money from the state available to demolish dilapidated homes across Jennings, the city council discussed plans Tuesday to start condemning some of the worst structures.
Next week, the council will vote on whether or not to move ahead with condemning four structures that Mayor Terry Duhon described as “collapsing.” »»
LPA Recognizes Smith
Jennings Daily News Publisher Dona H. Smith (left) recently completed her year as president of Louisiana Press Association (LPA). Incoming LPA President Wilbur Reynaud, publisher of The News-Examiner in Lutcher, presented her with a plaque in recognition of her service to the organization. LPA is a trade organization established in 1880, which serves 133 newspapers and news-related publications in Louisiana. »»
Move Over, Tiger!
With pro-golfer Tiger Wood’s records set in their sights, brothers Kanen Griffith, 7, and Gavin Winkler, 4, of Jennings practiced putting in their front yard recently. Proud parents are Brandy Bourque and Mike Winkler, and Brad Griffith. »»
Postal service hopes to ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ during 16th annual food drive
Aside from delivering mail, postal carriers in Jeff Davis Parish will also be handing out goodwill Saturday as the National Association of Letter Carriers joins forces with the public to Stamp Out Hunger for a 16th year.
On Saturday, anyone with access to a mailbox or post office has the opportunity to donate non-perishable food items and toiletries to assist locals in need. One positive aspect of the event, said local postal carrier and Welsh Alderman Charles Drake, is that all donations collected in Jeff Davis Parish (JDP) remain in the parish. »»
