Past and present 4-Hers share experiences
With 4-H week being celebrated throughout the country, former and current members of the youth organization shared their experiences, memories and gratitude for the parish institution.
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STEARMAN AND TAILDRAGGER FLY-IN
Pilots recently returned to Jennings displaying WWII trainer aircrafts while performing high-flying feats at the 44th Annual Stearman and Taildragger Fly-In event.
Federal court rules Biden prohibitions on offshore drilling illegal
(The Center Square) — Former U.S. President Joe Biden overstepped his authority when he ordered a withdrawal of sizable portions of federal waters from future oil and gas development, a federal judge in Louisiana ruled.
Farm Bureau to cut auto rates for 80,000
(The Center Square) — Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple on Friday announced that Louisiana Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company will reduce auto insurance rates by 11.8% for more than 80,000 policyholders statewide beginning Jan. 1.
Wildlife officials urge residents to assist with easing bird migration
Each fall, an estimated 500 million migratory birds pass through Louisiana at night along the Mississippi Flyway. Most navigate by the light of the moon and stars, but bright city lights from tall buildings can disorient them, often leading to fatal collisions.
Government shutdown to hit week mark after Congress fails again to reach agreement
(The Center Square) — For the fifth time in a row, U.S. senators voted down both federal funding stopgap options, extending the ongoing government shutdown into its seventh day.
NATIONAL 4-H WEEK
From fairgrounds to classrooms, educational gardens to STEM workshops, 4-H youth in Jeff Davis Parish are proving they are not just ready for the future – they are Beyond Ready. During National 4-H Week, celebrated from Oct. 5-11, local 4-H clubs will share how 4-H equips young people with the skills, confidence and resilience to lead in a world full of opportunity and change.
Man arrested for unauthorized entry while under the influence
A local man was arrested recently for entering a stranger’s home without permission while intoxicated.
Elton moves forward with Homecoming festivities despite canceled game
ELTON — Elton High School was scheduled to face off against the Oberlin Tigers on Friday for the school’s annual Homecoming game. However, due to multiple injuries, Oberlin High School has made the difficult decision to forfeit the game, according to EHS Principal Amy Gobert.
November finish expected for Lake Arthur sewer upgrade
LAKE ARTHUR ─— After a slow start, work on the $1.2 million sewer upgrade is gaining momentum, with expected completion before the end of the year.
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