The Jeff Davis Parish Council on Aging announced recently that they offering fans and a limited number of air-conditioners to people in need, just in time for the hottest months of the summer.
WELSH — Town officials here have much to discuss after hearing a presentation about a new program through the town’s electric authority. The Welsh Board of Aldermen and Mayor Karl Arceneaux were presented with a new program through Louisiana Energy and Power Authority — a non-profit agency created by the State Legislature in 1979 to provide a reliable and economical supply of electrical power and energy to member municipalities — that would help balance the cost of purchasing electricity.
— Former President Donald Trump posted on TruthSocial Monday shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on his claim to have presidential immunity in the criminal charges against him.
— Louisiana voters will cast ballots in November to determine whether the state will participate in a possible royalty system for offshore renewable energy production, but federal action is required before the money starts to flow.
ELTON — Due to unforeseen circumstances, the monthly council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 3, has been moved to Wednesday, July 10. The meeting will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the council room at Elton Town Hall, located at 1302 Main St.
The Grand Marias was abuzz Monday evening when newly elected Sheriff Kyle Miers and his new command staff hosted an event to introduce themselves to the community.