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Celebrating Excellence
Parish students honored for test performance
FAA GIVES $10K BONUSES ONLY TO CONTROLLERS, TECHNICIANS WITH PERFECT ATTENDANCE DURING SHUTDOWN
(AP) — The Federal Aviation Administration says only 776 of the nearly 20,000 air traffic controllers and technicians who had to work without pay during the shutdown will receive bonuses. The announcement means thousands without perfect attendance during the shutdown won't receive the $10,000 bonuses that President Donald Trump suggested. Many controllers called out of work as they dealt with the financial pressure of not getting a paycheck. Some got side jobs, but others simply couldn’t afford the child care or gas they needed to work.
Ordinance committee updates ag and inspection exemptions
The Jeff Davis Parish Ordinance Committee recently approved various ordinance updates including the ordinance definition of a farm for the purpose of clarifying farm exemptions, along with agriculture sales limitations and building inspection exemptions. The changes are intended to better match revised state statutes and clearly define eligible exemptions.
National Wreaths Across America Day returns to local veteran cemetery
A special Christmas time dedication remembering the country’s military servicemen and women returns to the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery and it continues to grow each year.
ZAM plans holiday workshop
With the Christmas season in full swing, the North Pole elves are partnering with the Zigler Art Museum to get into the holiday spirit by hosting an art event for area children.
EUROPEAN LEADERS ASSURE UKRAINE OF THEIR SUPPORT AFTER US PEACE PLAN LEAVES THEM SIDELINED
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — European leaders have assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of their continued support amid the war with Russia. This comes as they respond to U.S. peace proposals that include Ukrainian territorial concessions. The proposals have caught European officials off guard, with many expressing concern. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, French President Emmanuel Macron, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have emphasized their commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.
Landfill sale proposal hits opposition
Jennings mayor to seek charter amendments
Fresh Air & Family Fun
Evelyn Landry, 5, (left) and her brother, Oliver, 3, enjoy a bike ride through the I-10 Park with their father, William. With the beautiful fall weather in Jeff Davis Parish recently, many families can be found throughout the area taking advantage of the cooler temps.
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