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Summer Vacation Bible School camps kick-off

Summer break is here and churches across Jeff Davis Parish are preparing to welcome children for another season of Vacation Bible School activities. From Bible adventures and themed dress-up days to games, crafts, music and fellowship, area churches are offering a variety of programs designed to help children grow in their faith while making new friends and enjoying summer fun.
Juan De La Rosa Gallegos

Man sentenced on drug charges

District Attorney Lauren Heinen recently announced the sentencing of a Texas man on charges of felonious drug possession. Juan De La Rosa Gallegos, of Webster, Texas, recently appeared in the 31st Judicial District Court to receive his sentence from Honorable District Judge Steve Gunnell.
Free gun locks offered to residents

Free gun locks offered to residents

Parish law enforcement officials are offering safety devices to residents at no cost. In recognition of National Firearms Safety Week — June 1-7 — the Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, located at 1530 U.S.

‘Taxpayers deserve to know’:

(The Center Square) — Patients' rights groups are praising President Donald Trump’s announcement of drug price transparency expansion as the first step toward price transparency in healthcare, stating that taxpayers deserve to know where their money is going.

Senate advances Louisiana Energy Protection Act bill

The Louisiana Senate committee recently advanced legislation aimed at preventing climate change-related lawsuits in the state after lawmakers adopted amendments designed to ensure existing lawsuits remain unaffected. House Bill 804 by District 35 Rep.

Planned water outage announced

LAKE ARTHUR — Officials here announced a planned water outage for the entire town from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
POLICE REPORT

POLICE REPORT

(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.)

Audit released for school board

The state recently released an audit report assessing the financial health of Jeff Davis Parish School Board. Auditors from the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s Office released the results of a routine audit performed on the entity for the year ending June 30, 2025.
Pastor Walter August Jr. was immortalized by artist Tony Mayard for his cultural advocacy work. Daily News photo by Erin Hargrave

Down the Rabbit Hole

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. ZAM is home to many beautiful works of art and is lucky enough to host many unique pieces from page 1 and exhibits.

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