SUMMARY: The unsolved 2017 murder of Donna Arceneaux in Washington Parish is being reopened by the newly elected Sheriff Jason Smith. Initially handed off to State Police for political reasons, the case is now being returned to the Sheriff’s Office. With the attention brought by a crime podcast, Sheriff Smith expresses confidence in solving the case, despite the challenges of revisiting old evidence. The Sheriff’s Office is reviewing the case file, identifying areas for improvement, and aiming for resolution, either through indictment or an explanation if the case cannot be solved, while ensuring legal thresholds for conviction are met.

Donna Arceneaux was killed inside her home back in 2017. The case was handed off to state police, where it has sat until now. WWL’ Mike McDaniel reports.

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SUMMARY: Glen Mechanical, a local business, is spreading holiday cheer by assisting the Scott family, who faced difficulties with their washing machine and couldn’t afford the repairs. The company decided to cover the repair costs and fix the appliance, responding to a heartfelt letter from Mrs. Scott, noting her husband’s blindness. They felt compelled to help the family as a Christmas gift, aiming to demonstrate kindness and give back to the community. The Scotts expressed immense gratitude, describing the gesture as a blessing that alleviated their worries, showcasing the spirit of generosity this holiday season.

Glenn Mechanical fixes washing machine for local family in El Dorado.

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SUMMARY: Gas prices in Louisiana are lower this Christmas compared to months ago and last year. The average price for regular gas is $2.69 per gallon, down from $3.12 last year. Houma-Thibodaux has the highest prices at $2.74, while Monroe boasts the lowest at $2.55. State averages for mid-grade, premium, and diesel are $3.11, $3.49, and $3.19, respectively, all lower than a month ago. Diesel saw the biggest drop, down nearly 50 cents from last year. Current prices are significantly lower than the 2022 highs of $4.55 for regular and $5.37 for diesel.

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