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Young athletes hit the field for Next Play flag football opening weekend in Welsh, building teamwork, confidence and sportsmanship through each game. For more pictures of the young footballers, check out today’s sports page..

Three men were arrested over the weekend after what began as a routine traffic stop in Jennings escalated into a foot pursuit and the discovery of suspected narcotics, a loaded firearm and materials investigators say are consistent with drug distribution.

LAKE ARTHUR — Lake Arthur’s Freedom Festival drew strong crowds, sold-out food vendors and a large group of volunteers this year, leaving organizers already planning improvements for next summer’s celebration. Mayor Sampson “Poncho” LeJeune said volunteers reported one of the event’s most successful years during a follow-up meeting with the board of aldermen.

(Editor’s Note: An arrest does not indicate whether a person is guilty of the crime with which they have been charged. A person is not considered guilty until they are convicted of a crime in a court of law.)

Jeff Davis Parish Library Jennings Branch played host to Almosta Ranch farm animals including ducks, turtles, donkeys, piglets, goats and a large friendly ranch dog adored by a substantial gathering of area children. Parish libraries are hosting a variety of engaging activities over the summer to offer education and fun events for families to enjoy..