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Veteran benefit poker run returns

Motorcycle, jeep and car enthusiasts are invited to cruise for veterans during the Cajun Riders Club annual poker run, Cruisin’ for Our Veterans. The event brings riders together from all over to help raise funds benefiting local veterans through the Ancillary Committee for the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home and Cemetery. Registration for the poker run will be from 8–10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, in front of the SWLA Veterans Home, located at 1610 Evangeline Rd. in Jennings. Bikers will begin heading out at 10 a.m.

Feeding our COMMUNITY

Feeding our COMMUNITY

Parishioners from Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church distribute food to area residents through Catholic Charities. Each month, food can be collected from St. Paul in Elton or OLHC in Jennings. Those wishing to receive assistance can register at their preferred site with a photo ID and pick up their food allotment monthly. The quantity and variety of food provided depend on family size and available supplies. The next distributions will be on April 8 in Elton and April 15 in Jennings. For more information, contact Catholic Charities at 337-439-7436.

Tax increase starts today

A new tax point for Jeff Davis Parish residents and businesses went into effect at midnight today.

Police jury avoids major insurance hikes on property

The Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury received updated insurance quotes for property and equipment, avoiding a large increase in premiums. The group was not as fortunate with health insurance this year, as premiums jumped significantly even after receiving various quotes.

TRUCKTASTIC TIME

TRUCKTASTIC TIME

Families gathered at the I-10 Park in Jennings for the annual Touch a Truck celebration, where attendees were treated to an up close look at several big vehicles. In addition to the large trucks, the Jeff Davis Parish Library brought the Bookmobile and there were several activities for children, including the Bubble Bus.

Parish welcomes first whooping

Parish welcomes first whooping crane chick of the season

Jeff Davis Parish welcomed the first of the state’s whooping crane chicks of the season, according to Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. So far, four chicks from the state’s largest bird species have hatched this season in three different parishes.

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