News

Senate considers establishing $50B nuclear energy campuses
(The Center Square) —Members of the Senate Committee on the Environment and Public Works on Wednesday considered a $50 billion federal plan that would fund three future nuclear innovation campuses designed to attract heavy manufacturing industries with abundant energy while also housing radioactive waste.
Lance Elliott Lozeau
Jennings man found guilty of indecent behavior with a juvenile
A jury unanimously convicted Lance Elliott Lozeau on two felony counts of indecent behavior with a juvenile following a trial that ended earlier this month. Lozeau faced two counts of molestation of a juvenile under La.
Ronchella 'Ronnie' Turner
Turner declares candidacy for Lake Arthur Town Council
LAKE ARTHUR — Ronchella “Ronnie” Turner has announced her candidacy for Lake Arthur Town Council in the Nov. 3 election. A Lake Arthur native and proud graduate of Lake Arthur High School, Turner said her decision to seek a seat on the council comes from a desire to give back to the community that helped shape her.
The Jeff Davis Parish District Attorney’s Office awarded the Jennings Police Department a $26,139.54 check, funds from property confiscation. District Attorney Lauren Heinen thanked the department for its dedication to interdiction and recognized the agency for seizing a total of $44,523 in drugs and asset forfeitures. Those present for the ceremony included Detective Eduardo Mendoza (from left) Chief Danny Semmes, Heinen, Lt. Ben Matte and Investigator Shelly Roberts. Submitted photo
Seizure funds reinvested
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Landry declares fuel emergency, waives dyed diesel rules
(The Center Square) — Louisiana farmers and timber harvesters can temporarily use dyed off-road diesel in certain highway vehicles under a state of emergency declared by Gov. Jeff Landry as diesel prices remain near a record high during harvest season.

Community

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Caring for the Community
Frank Thibodeaux Post 520 of the American Legion recently made a supportive donation for “God’s little children,” as Commander Don Hall stated, at Save the Children Head Start in Jennings. On hand to deliver the supplies were Hall, First Commander Antoine Lewis and Chaplain Clinton Perry.
Vice President Madison Kershaw (top, from left), junior member Danica Young, junior member Dustina Young, President Debbie Hebert, Sergeant at Arms Terry LaFleur, junior member Madilyn Kershaw (bottom, from left) and junior member Michael Kershaw serve up the floats. Submitted photos , James O. Hall Post 19 American Legion Auxiliary officers Sergeant at Arms Terry LaFleur (from left), Chaplain Ella Williams, Secretary-Treasurer Lenor Thibodeaux, President Debbie Hebert and Past District President Mary Henry.
Auxiliary Action
James O. Hall Post 19 American Legion Auxiliary in Jennings recently installed their new officers, including Sergeant at Arms Terry LaFleur, Chaplain Ella Williams, Secretary-Treasurer Lenor Thibodeaux, President Debbie Hebert, Past District President Mary Henry, Vice President Madison Kershaw and Historian Desirie Young.
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PAINT PARTY
Our Lady Help of Christians Ladies Altar Society recently held a paint party fundraiser at the Jeff Davis Arts and Technology Center. The funds were raised to help purchase items needed for Catholic mass.
Area first responders received the gift , Area first responders received the gift , Area first responders received the gift of a meal for their hard work of serving and protecting the community. Over 350 plates were prepared and delivered by Matthews Funeral Home and Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home for emergency response personnel.
Area first responders received the gift
Area first responders received the gift

Sports

Jennings digs in against LaGrange
Jennings digs in against LaGrange
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Daily News photo by Wayne Bergeaux
Hounds look to rebound
WELSH — The Welsh Greyhounds will look to get back on the winning track Friday night when they host winless Vermilion Catholic in a non-district clash. The Greyhounds suffered their first loss of the season last week at the hands of the Jennings Bulldogs to fall to 2-1 for the season. The Screaming Eagles are going through a rebuilding season with just a handful of upperclassmen on their roster.
Daily News photo by Brooke Hornsby
Unbeaten Tigers to face Warriors
LAKE ARTHUR — The Lake Arthur Tigers will put their undefeated mark on the line Friday night when they host the Oakdale Warriors in a non-district battle. The Tigers are a perfect 3-0 for the season, while the Warriors will enter the fray with a 1-2 mark. Lake Arthur has beaten Menard, DeQuincy and Iota in the first three weeks of the season. Oakdale defeated Oberlin in the season opener but has since dropped consecutive contests to Grand Lake and Sacred Heart of Ville Platte.
Bulldogs prepare for homecoming contest
Bulldogs prepare for homecoming contest
There is no better way to kick off district play than with a packed stadium, hi g h - s takes football and a hometown crowd dressed in maroon and white. This Friday night, the Jennings Bulldogs open their District 5 3-A slate on the ultimate stage, hosting the reigning Division II nonselect State Champion Iowa Yellowjackets for Jennings’ highly anticipated Homecoming game. While the bleachers will be full of celebratory pageantry, a grueling gridiron battle awaits on the turf. Both teams treat this opening district contest as a critical tone-setter for the postseason race. Facing a battle-tested Yellowjacket squad hungry to establish dominance in their new district territory, the Bulldogs will rely on an electric atmosphere and high-energy execution to defend their home turf and cap off Homecoming week with a statement victory. Jennings enters the matchup riding the wave of a dominant 47-28 victory over the Welsh Greyhounds. The game was a tale of two halves that defined the night. Following a tight first half, Jennings Head Coach Bret Fuselier made crucial adjustments. “At halftime, I challenged the offensive lines, and they responded and were able to dictate the tempo of the second half,” Remarked Fuselier. The Dogs responded with a devastating run game and a powerful passing attack. Running back Tyler Waltrip spearheaded the physical rushing assault, grinding out 111 yards on the ground.
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Indians claim success on road
MONTGOMERY — After a long trip north to Montgomery, the Elton Indians worked hard to earn their second win of the season. Trailing 40-30 late in the third quarter, the Indians scored 14 points, holding the Tigers scoreless in the fourth quarter to get their 44-40 win.

Editorial

America's small businesses can't afford 340B abuse
Many hospitals are destabilizing small businesses across America by exploiting a littleknown federal charity care program to drive healthcare costs up. The 340B Drug Pricing Program was supposed to help safety-net hospitals serve vulnerable patients by letting them buy prescription medicines at a discount.
Elton adopts golf cart ordinance aligned with state law
ELTON — The Elton Town Council approved a new golf cart ordinance that brings the town's regulations into compliance with Louisiana law and sets local registration fees, following a detailed presentation by Town Attorney Michael Holmes. Holmes explained that the ordinance is based on Louisiana Revised Statute 32:299.4 and establishes the requirements for operating golf carts on public streets within the Town of Elton. Under the ordinance, golf cart owners must register their vehicles with the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles if they intend to drive them on public roads. Operators must also provide proof of registration and liability insurance before receiving authorization from the town.
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A vacation, in 50 words or less
Ihave unpacked the suitcase. I have washed its contents and returned my clean clothes to closets and drawers.
Louisiana lawsuit abuse costs taxpayers, jobs

As a legislator proudly representing Louisiana’s working coast in Terrebonne Parish, the impacts of lawsuit abuse continue to reverberate across not only my district, but the entire state.

A rare reset in the new dietary guidelines — with more work ahead

The Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture just released the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, resetting the federal nutrition advice that shapes how Americans eat.

Obituaries

Robert Courville
Robert Courville
After a brief illness, Robert Courville, 92, died on Sept. 13, 2026 at his home in Roanoke surrounded by his loving family.
Peggy Deaville
Peggy Deaville
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Roberta Jane Koll
Roberta Jane Koll
Sept. 10, 1934 — Sept.
Margaret Mallett
Margaret Mallett
Margaret Myers Mallett, a devout Catholic, was the second of nine children born to Luke, Sr. and Mamie Kinney Myers on April 17, 1936 in Jennings in Jeff Davis Parish. As a teen, she cared for her maternal grandparents, Elvina and Leo Paul Kinney. After graduating from Jennings High School, she attended SLI (now UL Lafayette) where she met Joseph “Joe” Mallett also from Jeff Davis Parish. On August 4, 1956, they were one of the first couples married at the newly formed Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Jennings, of which her family was a founding member. Margaret and Joe began their family in Welsh before moving to Baton Rouge for Joe’s work. In Baton Rouge, they were a founding family of St. Pius X Catholic Church. Upon moving to Wilson in East Feliciana Parish, they joined Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Jackson where she was active with the Altar Guild and was affectionately known as the “Donut Lady”.
Mary Epperly
Mary Epperly
Mary Epperly passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at the age of 83. She was born in Roanoke and resided in LaPlace.

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