Elton officials offer transparency while struggling with finances, budget
ELTON — Mayor Mike Pierrotti and the Elton Board of Aldermen met this week to discuss their progress with paying old debts and creating an already behind-schedule budget.
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Bill reversing eminent domain for CCS projects heads to House
In an 11-5 vote, the Louisiana House Committee on Natural Resources and Environment passed House Bill (HB) 601, authored by committee member, Rep. Brett Geyman.
JDSO investigates fatal shooting
a LAKE ARTHUR — Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a fatal shooting that took place on Wednesday.
Board tables charging station project
WELSH — The Welsh Board of Aldermen met this week to discuss various government matters, including a partnership with Jeff Davis Parish Tourism Commission that would allow for an electric car charging station in the town hall parking lot.
LA receives water grade of A
Plant upgrades underway
Duckling Days
Newly hatched waterfowl are seen in full motion around the parish swimming, waddling, hunting for grains and seeds in grass and following their mothers. The baby ducklings are especially entertaining to watch as their feathers are still soft and puffed up. Baby waterfowl such as various ducklings, goslings and cygnets (baby swans) can often be seen this time of year exploring and enjoying the landscape at the Jennings I-10 Oil and Gas Park.
App store age restriction bill passes without objection
— Louisiana is looking to join several states in cracking down on access to mobile applications for underage individuals.
Federal authorities cleaning up oil spill in southeast Louisiana
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Federal authorities are seeking to contain and clean up the damage from a decades-old oil well in southeast Louisiana that spewed crude and natural gas for more than a week.
Louisiana insurance reform nonprofit president resigns
Says he quit amid 'targeting' of Louisiana legislators by organization
Local resident to celebrate centennial birthday
Longtime resident of Jennings Georgia Brantley Chargois is celebrating her birthday with friends and family as she turns 100 years old on Mother’s Day.
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