— During a recent hearing of the Louisiana Senate Select Committee on Women and Children, officials discussed critical shortcomings in the state's ability to support victims of trafficking and abuse, particularly juveniles.
Assistant Extension Agent Kim Landry of the Jeff Davis Parish LSU AgCenter Extension office is sharing tips for local gardeners to help get ready for a new season of planting.
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District representatives play catch-up
Communityleadersfromthroughouttheparish gathered on Tuesday at SOWELA Technical Community College in Jennings for the annual Legislative Breakfast. Those in attendance were updated on what’s to come from state lawmakers during the upcoming legislative session. The event, hosted by the Jeff Davis Parish Chamber of Commerce, was emceed by board member Rodger Mallett. Special guest speakers were District 37 Rep. Troy Romero, District 25 Sen. Mark Abraham, District 36 Rep. Phillip Tarver and District 42 Rep. Chance Henry.
“Nobody has a better program than Jennings High and Jerry is the one who put it in order. Jerry is the first one that said, ‘We can excel.’”
Officials here will break ground to ceremoniously launch a project that will give residents more high-speed internet options.
The good times were rolling on Saturday in Lake Arthur for the town’s annual Mardi Gras parade. With over 50 floats and a herd of horse riders, revelers of all ages celebrated the Carnival season with a bang.
(The Center Square) — Gov. Jeff Landry presented his administration's budget proposal for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, emphasizing fiscal restraint and continued reductions in government spending.
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