Fenton man arrested for murder
FENTON — Fenton Police Department (FPD) arrested a resident here recently on murder charges stemming from a fatal overdose that occurred in 2021.
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Suspects sought in shooting
Local police are searching for several suspects in a shooting incident that occurred over the weekend.
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Parish seniors invited to COA Mardi Gras ball
LACASSINE — A local nonprofit organization is hosting a Mardi Gras Ball and would like to invite all Jeff Davis Parish senior citizens to come and let the good times roll.
ZAM to hold dedication in memory of longtime friend
In loving memory of a longtime friend and art enthusiast, the Zigler Art Museum (ZAM) will be dedicating its newest addition in honor of her passion and love for the arts.
Summer fun continues at parish library
Jeff Davis Parish Library’s Summer Reading Program kicked off a jam-packed calendar of events at the beginning of June, but there are still many programs, as well as the annual summer reading challenge, planned for parish families and residents of all ages.
Report gives Louisiana low marks for child well-being
— An annual report by a nonprofit organization gave Louisiana poor grades for child welfare.
Panel's approval of liquefied natural gas export terminal puts more pressure on Biden to block it
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — What would be the nation's largest export terminal for liquefied natural gas won approval from a federal commission Thursday, although when the Louisiana project will be completed remains unclear in light of a Biden administration delay announced this year on such projects.
Supreme Court curtails obstruction charges against Jan. 6 rioters
— The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday ruled that federal prosecutors overstepped their authority when they charged those who stormed the U.S. Capitol in 2021 with obstruction.
Capitol Hill panelists implore awareness, fight for original Title IX
— Congresswoman Virginia Foxx of North Carolina considered the panel question and delivered, as often she does, a bottomline answer for Title IX at passage 52 years ago and today.
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