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Lake Arthur seeks $1.2M state loan for wastewater system improvements

The town of Lake Arthur is seeking a $1.2 million state loan for improvement projects related to its wastewater system. Mayor Poncho Lejeune said Tuesday ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Wednesday, May 17, 2023 4:12 pm

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BREAKING: Effort begins to recall Elton mayor

An effort to recall Elton Mayor Kesia Skinner Lemoine is under way after organizers filed paperwork Tuesday with the Louisiana Secretary of State. Former Elton councilwoman ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Wednesday, May 17, 2023 7:40 am

local business

Meeting called to discuss Bayou Rum tax break

The Jeff Davis Parish School Board is considering a tax break for a nearly $10 million planned expansion of the Bayou Rum distillery over the ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Tuesday, May 16, 2023 2:49 pm

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Jeff Davis Fire District 3 benefits from Bayou Rum fire equipment donations

LACASSINE – Jeff Davis Parish Fire District 3 has been gifted with fire training equipment it hopes will help others be prepared for a fire ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Sunday, May 14, 2023 11:26 am

education

School Board still deadlocked on choice for Allen superintendent

The Allen Parish School  Board remains at an impasse in selecting the district’s next superintendent of education following another round of votes ending in a ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Friday, May 12, 2023 10:46 am

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Tax exemption on medical marijuana sales within Jeff Davis rejected

The Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury approved a resolution Wednesday opposing the local sales tax exemption on medial marijuana sales within the parish. Currently, Louisiana ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Thursday, May 11, 2023 10:45 am

education

One-time salary supplement approved for Allen Parish school employees

Teachers, administrators and support staff in the Allen Parish school district are in line for some extra money just in time for summer vacation. School ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Wednesday, May 10, 2023 1:53 pm

local business

Jennings agrees to rezone and annex for John Deere dealership

The City Council on Tuesday voted to rezone and annex 10 acres of rice fields, just north of Interstate 10, into the city limits and ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Wednesday, May 10, 2023 1:32 pm

crime

State Fire Marshal: Man’s arson spree included three vacant houses, heavy equipment at local business

An Oakdale man has been arrested for allegedly setting fire to three vacant houses and several pieces of heavy equipment at a local business earlier ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:22 am

scene

PHOTO GALLERY: Art in the Park in downtown Lake Arthur

More than 40 local and regional artists, craftsmen and bakers, along with musicians showcased their talents to the public Saturday during the 10th annual Art ... Read more

by Doris Maricle, Tuesday, May 9, 2023 2:05 pm

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