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Those looking to brush up on their fishing skills and advance their knowledge of the popular pastime will have an opportunity this weekend at a local watering hole.

Guinn Auction Company will be hosting their 10th annual Shop with a Cop Fundraiser benefiting area children with this year’s event featuring a gala-style dinner. The event will be held Saturday, Sept. 27, at Guinn Auctions on 1072 Frontage Rd in Jennings.

Knights of Columbus Chapter 2012 is preparing to hold its annual barbecue dinner sale to raise funds to assist with its mission of helping others throughout the community, as well as the state.

(The Center Square) — Several Louisiana officials voiced their concerns over federal cuts by the current Trump administration during a press call with Sabotaging Our Safety on Tuesday in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.

— The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, along with the U.S. Department of Education, announced this week an initiative urging medical education organizations to implement extensive nutrition education and training.

— The White House has appointed Department of Health and Human Services Deputy Secretary Jim O’Neill as interim director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The Washington Post has reported.

On Monday, Sept. 1, government entities across the parish will be closed in observance of the Labor Day holiday, including the Lake Arthur Town Hall, Welsh Town Hall and Maintenance Department. Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury, all branches of the Jeff Davis Parish Library, Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office and Jeff Davis Parish School Board Office. The Jennings Daily News will also be closed on Monday and resume regular business hours on Tuesday.