Audits released for several parish entities
The state recently released audit reports on the financial health of multiple parish entities.
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Welsh community backs buddy program
WELSH — The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana will kick-off a new Lunch Buddy program at the Welsh Elementary School in August for the 2025–2026 school year.
State reaches post-pandemic jobs milestone, but economic gaps remain
(The Center Square) — Louisiana has finally regained all the jobs it lost during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report from Leaders for a Better Louisiana.
Louisiana lawmakers seek to rein in carbon capture projects Trump supports
(The Center Square) — President Donald Trump has formally endorsed carbon capture and sequestration, a potentially unfriendly move for Louisiana citizens and lawmakers.
Lawmakers introduce bills to merge workforce, social safety net programs
(The Center Square) — In a bid to reshape how Louisiana delivers workforce and social services, state lawmakers are proposing to merge disparate programs into a unified, streamlined system.
Taxes on vapes, smokeless tobacco advance through committee
(The Center Square) — The Louisiana House is weighing two bills by Rep. Ken Brass, D-Ascension, that would significantly increase taxes on vaping and smokeless tobacco products, aiming to curb youth use and fund cessation efforts..
The Lord’s Discipline
“My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he delights in.”
Spring fling bingo to benefit Buck, June
LAKE ARTHUR — Area residents can come out and support two local children battling serious illnesses at Playing for a Cause bingo fundraiser from 1–4 p.m. Sunday, April 27, at the Lake Arthur Community Center located at 701 Eighth St.
Berken reports 'leaps and bounds' progress in state education
Louisiana students are making leaps and bounds in academic growth and national educational ranking when it comes to reading and math scores.
Releasing the Butterflies
Area families gathered at Founder’s Park in downtown Jennings to witness the release of several painted lady butterflies thanks to the Jeff Davis Parish Library.
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