ELTON — With all elected official seats here up for grabs in the fall, Elton is taking a hard look at setting the salary for the mayor, council and chief of police positions, as well as the clerk’s pay.
A zoning request connected to a proposed borrow pit drew opposition and discussion during a recent public hearing before the Jeff Davis Parish Zoning Committee. The request was eventually tabled due to discrepancies over the specific acreage to be rezoned, pending a survey and further documentation.
WELSH — To make the roadways a little safer, the Welsh Board of Aldermen approved a measure that adds a bit of safety to a newly paved street.
Students from Our Lady Immaculate gathered in the courtyard of the school to celebrate the May Crowning of Mary. The annual Catholic devotion is held each May near Mother’s Day as tribute to Mary’s role as the mother of Jesus. This year, OLI student Adeline Gary (top right) had the honor of placing the crown of flowers on the statue of Mary.
(The Center Square) — Louisiana lawmakers can immediately begin drawing a new congressional map after the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday night put into effect its ruling striking down the state's current map.
National Day of Prayer is scheduled for Thursday, May 7 and there will be a few opportunities for parish residents to participate in various events.
A recent audit of the Jeff Davis Parish Clerk of Court Office showed healthy finances with only a few exceptions noted in the report.
(The Center Square) —The U.S. Supreme Court will temporarily allow women to obtain abortion pills through the mail, without visiting an in-person doctor.
Louisiana Wildlife Federation (LWF) is encouraging residents to take steps to protect migrating birds as peak spring bird migration season begins along the Gulf Coast.
State officials are encouraging residents to make a natural disaster plan ahead of hurricane season.
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