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How invasive pests spread, how you can help stop them
FEATURE IMPACT Invasive pests can hide in places you’d never expect, and once they spread, they can destroy the trees, plants and food people rely on every day. These pests pose a serious threat to agriculture, forests, ecosystems and the food supply.
Projects continue to move ahead at several parish campuses
Construction continues to advance on major campus improvement projects in Welsh, Roanoke and Lake Arthur, with many of the district’s bondfunded projects nearing completion while others await materials needed for final completion.
Parish families invited to annual Back-to-School Night
“We try to get everybody excited for the new school year.” — District Attorney Lauren Heinen Families across Jeff Davis Parish are invited to celebrate the upcoming school year during the annual Back-to-School Night hosted by the Jeff Davis Parish District Attorney’s Office. The free community event will be held Friday, July 31, beginning at 4 p.m.
Louisiana’s whooping crane project sets fledging record
Louisiana’s whooping crane nesting season reached a milestone this year as 10 chicks successfully fledged, setting a new record for the state’s experimental whooping crane reintroduction program. The previous record of eight fledged chicks was set in 2022. This year’s total is also the highest recorded for any whooping crane reintroduction project in North America.
Caregiver support group offers resources, place to recharge
Caring for a loved one can be rewarding, but it can also be isolating. Whether helping an aging parent, a spouse recovering from illness, a child with special needs or another family member requiring daily assistance, caregivers often spend so much time looking after others that they have little opportunity to care for themselves.
Participants sought for hunter safety course
WELSH — Registration is now open for the annual Hunter Safety Education Course hosted by the Welsh Police Department, giving prospective hunters an opportunity to earn the certification required to hunt in Louisiana.
Officials warn drivers of pavement buckling as extreme heat persists
— After extreme heat buckled a section of Interstate 49 in Shreveport on Tuesday, Louisiana transportation officials are warning drivers to watch for sudden pavement failures as high temperatures continue through next week.
Volunteer firefighter opportunities extend far beyond fighting fires
When most people picture volunteer firefighters, they imagine rushing into burning buildings, battling flames and rescuing victims from dangerous situations. Jennings firefighters say that image only tells a small part of the story.
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