The Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury took steps to formalize appointments to the parish’s landfill commission during a recent meeting, establishing staggered terms and clarifying prior appointment procedures.
ELTON — Elton High School’s Class of 2026 marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another Tuesday evening during commencement exercises filled with reflection, gratitude and recognition.
WELSH — Graduates of Welsh High School were honored Wednesday night at Greyhound Stadium with a ceremony sending them off into the world. The graduating class was 50 strong and had five valedictorians to its name. The event started with a welcome speech by President Jake Arceneaux, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance by Vice President Molly Fear and an invocation by Secretary Gracelynn Guillory.
Officials recently announced the launch of the Jeff Davis Parish Safe Streets Plan and invites the public to help shape a safer transportation network. The Safe Streets Plan is a community-driven effort to reduce serious injuries and fatalities on parish roadways for people walking, bicycling and driving. The plan is being developed with support from a federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
(The Center Square) — Louisiana’s official revenue forecast was lowered by more than $200 million across two budget years Monday, forcing lawmakers to scale back spending plans for both the current fiscal year and the budget that begins July 1.
The Jeff Davis Council on Aging held its annual crawfish boil at the Lake Arthur Community Center. Parish seniors enjoyed good Cajun food, fun and friendship during the event.
The Jeff Davis Parish Fairgrounds Committee recently considered changes to the rental structure for the William E. Broussard Event Center, previously the Multipurpose Building, in effort to make pricing easier for the public to understand and for parish staff to manage.
Recent dog attacks across the parish have underscored what local officials say is an urgent public safety gap — and renewed calls to open the parish’s newly completed animal shelter.
Nestled in the heart of downtown and tucked into the bustling Jennings City Hall, the Zigler Art Museum stands as the community’s shining jewel for cultural immersion for residents of all ages.
Hathaway High School held its 85th commencement exercises on Friday, May 8, at Charles F. Groth Gymnasium, with 41 graduating Hornets taking the final flight of their high school careers.
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