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School officials are hosting an informative event to assist parish families and students with exceptionalities after high school.

— New Orleans and state officials are preparing for the expected arrival of U.S. Border Patrol agents as the Trump administration expands its immigration crackdown in the South, but information remains sparse.

— First Solar on Friday unveiled its $1.1 billion manufacturing facility in Iberia Parish, bringing more than 800 jobs to the local economy.

(The Center Square) — President Donald Trump's plan to send some Americans $2,000 checks from the federal government's tariff collections is expected to cost more than the import duties will generate.

O ur recent government shutdown has brought to the forefront of the national conversation something most people have sensed for a long time: health insurance in the United States is badly broken. This problem is not new, but has been worsening as prices increase at almost an exponential rate while outcomes show the inverse trend. Without massive subsidies, Obamacare will fail in short order. President Donald Trump was onto something when he suggested that money go directly to the people instead of to “BIG, BAD” insurance companies. The president understands the definition of insanity and does not want to repeat the same mistake.

Editor’s note: This is the second of a two-part series discussing the town’s financial issues following legal actions recommended by the Jeff Davis Fire District 6. The first part of the series, which appeared in the Nov. 28 edition of Jennings Daily News, covered officials’ reactions to a possible lawsuit and their investigation into the matter. This part covers an in-depth look into the town’s financial standings.

Artists from the area are being sought to discuss ideas and support needs with the Zigler Art Museum.