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Registration underway for Jeff Davis School Board’s summer meal program
Registration is now underway for the Jeff Davis Parish School Board Child Nutrition Program’s summer meal program. The…
State News
Landry pushes Trump to weigh primary challenger to Bill Cassidy, sources say
President Donald Trump and Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry have discussed U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow challenging U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy in next…
Local News
Kinder man killed in vehicle-train collision
Special to American Press A Kinder man died Friday after his vehicle was struck by an oncoming train…
Crime
5/12: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Darren James Morgan Jr., 45, 2306 12th St. —…
Local News
PHOTO GALLERY: LCPD recognizes National Police Week
The Lake Charles Police Department recognized National Police Week with an inspection and memorial service Monday morning at…
life
Principal-turned-priest to retire from EDS after 55 years
By Bill Shearman One of the most revered nicknames in American literature is “Boo.” Author Harper Lee used…
Local News
Sales tax increase considered to provide stipends for Jeff Davis school employees
State lawmakers are considering a measure that would begin the process for a possible increase in sales taxes…
State News
Legislators propose 22 amendments for Louisiana
Louisiana legislators have filed 22 proposed state constitutional amendments during the 2025 legislative session. However, only a handful…
life
Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy celebrates Louisiana Day
A little unexpected rain didn’t stop Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy (SWLCA) from celebrating the end of the school…
Local News
Coushatta members asking for apology after comments from president of Oil and Gas Workers Association
Two young members of the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana are demanding the president of the state’s Oil and…