JDSO Courthouse security deputy retires
It is with great pride that we wish Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office (JDSO) Courthouse Security Deputy Gaylor Brown a very Happy Retirement.
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Shake up a stale workout
Eating less and moving more are the hallmarks of many fitness regimens, especially those designed for people who want to lose weight. Maintaining a healthy weight can help reduce risk factors for many illnesses, making weight loss a worthy goal for those who can afford to shed a few pounds.
Healthy diets should include trace amounts of iodine
Dear Doctor: I like trying the different kinds of salt that are available these days, but my grandmother says that unless you use iodized salt, you don’t get enough iodine in your diet, which is dangerous. Is she right? What happens if you don’t get enough?
Take Salad Season to the Next Level
Warmer months typically call for lighter bites, and one of the first things that comes to mind for many is a fresh and flavorful salad. While a salad is a quick and easy way to up your veggie intake and get food on the table in next to no time, the same formula over and over again can make mealtimes feel mundane.
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Magnolia memories
In my childhood, possessing a magnolia tree was equivalent to owning a mansion in the Hamptons.
Habetz family honored as May Family of the Month
Knights of Columbus Council 2012 from Our Lady Help of Christians Parish in Jennings recently announced that the family of James and Tammy Habetz has been named the Council’s Family of the Month for May 2021.
FINANCIAL TIPS for Parents to Teach Their Children
Children often dream of the day they can call themselves grownups, but few look forward to – let alone think about – the financial realities of independence. It’s never too early to start teaching your children how to save money and spend responsibly. “As parents, our job is to set our children up for success,” Bank of America’s Head of Deposit Products Erin McCullen said. “Giving our kids a strong foundation of financial skills like budgeting and saving is a key part in ensuring they thrive as adults and can concentrate on the things they love.”
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Courville Named 2019-20 Firefighter of the Year
During the 2021 American Legion Department of Louisiana (State-level) Convention held in Alexandria from June 17-20, Department Commander Byron Comeaux (right), Department Vice Commander A.J. Jones (left), and National Security Commission Chairman Johnny Square (second from right) presented the 2019-2020 Department of Louisiana Firefighter of the Year Award to Coty Courville (second from left) from the Jennings Fire Department. Courville was nominated for the Award by Post 19 from Jennings and by the Department of Louisiana 7th District. The Department of Louisiana did not have a State Convention last year because of the COVID pandemic, so this award from last year was presented at this year’s state convention.
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