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(Family Features) Whether you’ve purchased a new house or are just looking to invest in what is likely your largest asset, home improvements can make your living space more comfortable, functional and stylish.

Over the past two years, home chefs have had time to explore new recipes, ingredients and cooking techniques, which is why it is no surprise dinner parties are, at long last, a way to celebrate together in 2022. Now is the perfect time to share your newfound skills with family and friends. It can be easy to get caught up in hosting duties, but few hosts want to spend all their time in the kitchen

Dartez-Williams was a 34-year employee of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Calcasieu Business and Career Solutions Center for Jeff Davis Parish in Jennings, where she worked as a career counselor. After her retirement she moved on to two jobs which she does simultaneously. She is a paraprofessional at Ward Elementary School in Jennings, where she provides valuable assistance to the faculty and staff. She enjoys the admiration and respect of the students. She is also a commissioned deputy with Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, where she helps to protect the elderly through the Elderly Affairs Program.

During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention state-level meeting held in Alexandria from June 2-5, retired Fire Chief Bobby Vasseur of Jennings Fire Department was named American Legion Firefighter of the Year for the State of Louisiana.

During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention state-level meeting held in Alexandria June 2-5, Chairperson of the Department Media and Communication Commission Lynette Blanchard (left) and Department Commander Richard Bell (center) recognized James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion in Jennings for winning two state-level media and communications Awards. Post Publicity Chairman Glenn McFarlain (right) accepted the accolades on Post 19’s behalf. The Post won the Outstanding Post Scrapbook Award for Posts with a membership under 300. McFarlain acknowledged the wonderful support the Post receives from Editor Allison Cryer and her staff at Jennings Daily News in helping to tell the story of the American Legion and all veterans in the Jennings community. Post 19 also received the Multi/Media Award in Division 3 for submitting articles, stories and other Legion associated works for publication in national venues.

Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church recently wrapped up their three-week summer program,“Wonderful Wednesdays,” where youth from pre-K to fifth grade were able to learn about the teachings of Jesus and Mother Mary.