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NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are drifting near their record heights. The S&P 500 rose 0.2% Friday, coming off just its second loss in the prior 10 days. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 0.5%, and the Nasdaq composite added 0.2%. Momentum has slowed for the market this past week, but a report coming later in the morning about U.S. consumer sentiment could drive more movement.

(The Center Square) — Following the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s surprise approval of a generic version of mifepristone, leading anti-abortion advocates and Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill are calling for immediate federal action to halt the mail-order distribution of abortion drugs.

The Jennings Police Department and Chief Danny Semmes recently released the fruits of their efforts to crack down on crime in the City of Jennings.

The Jeff Davis Parish Economic Development Commission recently heard from ExxonMobil representatives about the company’s plans for carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects in Louisiana. Board members and stakeholders were given an opportunity to learn about ExxonMobil’s Low Carbon Solutions subsidiary intent for CCS sites in nearby Allen Parish and present questions and concerns.

WELSH — Officials here voted in favor of a 3% increase this week for water and sewer utilities that residents can expect to see beginning next month.

Jeff Davis Police Jurors recently heard feedback from a local resident after their farm business activities raised questions concerning proper zoning. After a recent social media post questioned zoning restrictions on a local agriculture and farmrelated venture, Grace Farm co-owner Staci Thibodeaux provide details on the family’s “farm-to-table” business.

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.