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(Editor’s Note: An arrest does not indicate whether a person is guilty of the crime with which they have been charged. A person is not considered guilty until they are convicted of a crime in a court of law.)

After the recent deaths of local cyclists, a local resident decided to take action by offering help, hoping to make an impact.

Tiny two-year-old representatives Graham Myers of Jennings and Ellis Bull of Lafayette were honored at the National Down Syndrome Society’s recent New York City Buddy Walk in Central Park.

With the Jeff Davis Parish Fair right around the corner, the young ladies who will be competing for the title of Jeff Davis Parish Fair Queen were recently announced. Fourteen contestants representing the seven high schools in Jeff Davis Parish will be competing for the title of Jeff Davis Parish Fair Queen on Thursday, Oct. 3. The annual contest features high school juniors or seniors competing for the title during the 6 p.m. pageant in the Glen Daigle Arena at the Jeff Davis Parish Fairgrounds. Representing Elton High School are senior Kenzly Shuff and junior Kaley Lemoine. Shuff, 18, is the daughter of Malcolm and Heather Bertrand. Lemoine, 16, is the daughter of Martin and Christina Lemoine. Hathaway High School will be represented by senior Ryleigh Leger and junior Madison Matte. Leger, 17, is the daughter of Amy and Justin Leger. Matte, 16, is the daughter of Jenee LeBlanc and Cory Matte.

Peter Doland recently pled No Contest to Hit and Run Driving, a felony in violation of La. R.S. 14:100 C.(2), according to Jeff Davis District Attorney Lauren Heinen.

Welsh High School held their Annual Special Olympics event where disabled students, volunteers and student peers teamed up to have fun and friendly competition.

Area children ages seven to 12 who are interested in art are invited to sign up for classes with the Zigler Art Museum.