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— Three southern states slammed by a winter storm in late January will receive expedited federal funding to help with recovery efforts.

Early voting numbers high

Residents and farmers collided during a recent Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury meeting discussing late night air or scare gun (crop cannon) firing used to control seed loss from flocking fowl, such as geese, that are detrimental to local farming crops.

WELSH — The Welsh Board of Aldermen met this week to decide the fate of three properties up for condemnation.

Road to honor fallen hero

LACASSINE — The Jeff Davis Parish Council on Aging is getting ready to pass a good time with area seniors’ favorite Crew de Wise annual Mardi Gras party. The council is looking forward to seeing parish residents aged 60 and over come out in their best Mardi Gras costumes for good food, music and colorful fun. They are also welcoming donations of door prizes or raffle items to help make the event a success.

ERATH — State wildlife officials are offering a reward for tips leading to those responsible for shooting a bald eagle.

(StatePoint) Early experiences during the prenatal period and first three years after birth shape brain development and the development of all other systems in the body — with substantial effects on learning, behavior, and physical and mental health. Unfortunately, there is a great discrepancy between the rising costs of raising young children and the level of federal government investment in them.