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Event to help middle schoolers, parents gain new perspective

An upcoming event aims to bridge the communication gap between parents and middle schoolers, as well as show youth how to turn obstacles into opportunities.

“New Year, New Perspective” is geared toward students in grades 4-8 and their parents and will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the American Legion building on Market Street in Jennings. Sponsored by District Attorney Michael Cassidy and the Jeff Davis Parish Library, the program was created by Stephanie Broussard and Sheila Reed, founders of Breakthroughs, Etc. Participation is free and open to the public.

City approves measure

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City officials approved a measure Tuesday that is expected to expedite the process used to notify violators of the city’s grass-cutting ordinance.

Last month the city introduced Ordinance No. 1755, amending sections 15-20 and 15-21 pertaining to grass cutting.

City attorney Kevin Millican said the amendment will enable the inspector’s office to more efficiently notify violators of the city’s grass-cutting ordinance.

“This will allow the inspector to send out notice, take action and proceed in a more efficient manner,” he said.

ABOB presents ‘Daddy’s Dyin’

A Block Off Broadway Community Theater will soon be entertaining the crowds at the historic Strand Theater on Main Street. Four performances of the play “Daddy’s Dyin’ Who’s Got the Will?” will take place this month.

“This production can be best described as ‘Steel Magnolias’ meets the ‘Beverly Hillbillies,’” said Director Joseph Frazier-Cole. “The play will include both comedic scenes and an element of drama as well.”

Production dates include Saturday, Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept.

Honoring Grandparents

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Pre-K students at Hathaway High School recently enjoyed their first Grandparents Day. The grandparents had an opportunity to visit the students’ classrooms to see all the new lessons the children have been learning.

Injuries force SEC teams to alter quarterback plans

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — This was supposed to be the year that the Southeastern Conference showcased its wealth of experienced quarterbacks up and down the league.

Plans have changed for a number of schools.

Injuries have wreaked havoc around the conference, forcing coaches to rely on newcomers.

South Carolina lost senior starter Jake Bentley to a foot injury during the opening week of the season. Kentucky’s Terry Wilson and Mississippi State’s Tommy Stevens were knocked out of games last week. Their replacements included two true freshmen and a transfer.

Into the Fire

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The Jennings Fire Department continues to train its firefighters to ensure the safety of residents and their property. The department recently held a live burn that focused on search and rescue tactics.

LAPD adds reserve commander

LAKE ARTHUR - Police Chief Kobi Turner has made the move to expand his department by adding a reserve commander to the force. Turner has asked the town council to approve the new position.

“The chief would like to have a reserve commander,” said Mayor Sherry Crochet. “It will be a volunteer position therefore it will not cost the Town of Lake Arthur anything.”

Turner said it is a position that the department has been in need of.

Romero in run for District 37 State Rep seat

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Conservative businessman Troy Romero is officially running to become the next state representative for House District 37.

“If I am fortunate enough to get elected to the state legislature, I have a bold and specific plan I want to pursue for the people of our area,” Romero said. “It all starts with ensuring our taxes are lowered, our state government is smaller, and our car insurance rates are decreased.”

Fourth and final crewman pulled alive from capsized ship

JEKYLL ISLAND, Ga. (AP) — Coast Guard rescuers pulled four trapped men alive from a capsized cargo ship Monday, drilling into the hull’s steel plates to extract the crew members more than a day after their vessel overturned while leaving a Georgia port.

All four were described as alert and in relatively good condition and were taken to a hospital for further evaluation.

“Best day of my 16-year career,” Lt. Lloyd Heflin, who was coordinating the effort, wrote in a text message to The Associated Press.

Elton officials: New payment system working well

ELTON - Town officials say that being able to take credit card and e-check payments over the phone is making business easier on both the residents and town employees.

The Town of Elton recently implemented a new software system through RevoPay. Previously all water bills, property taxes and tickets were paid by mail or by visiting city hall and the payments could only be in the form of cash or checks.