Adams County Sheriff Travis Patton expressed gratitude to the patrol division and partnering agencies for their roles in a weekend search and rescue operation. Deputies responded Sunday to the area near Liberty Road and Garden City Road after receiving reports that a driver had become disoriented, lost cell phone service and GPS functionality, and ended up deep in the woods. When cellular service briefly returned, the driver, Crystal Morgan, was able to send her GPS coordinates, which led rescuers to her location.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries reports a resurgence of highly pathogenic avian influenza in the state’s wild bird population. State wildlife veterinarian Jonathan Roberts says rising mortalities have been detected in geese and other waterfowl, with many reports coming from Cameron and Vermilion parishes. The virus can transfer to mammals, including pets, and in rare cases to humans. Roberts says the current strain is not considered a major risk to people, but individuals who encounter sick, dead, or dying birds should contact the LDWF and avoid handling them if possible.
The Mississippi Highway Patrol has launched its 2025 Christmas holiday travel enforcement period. It began at 6 a.m. Monday and continues through midnight on December 26. Troopers are increasing patrols, deploying high-visibility units, and operating safety checkpoints to enforce seatbelt use and remove impaired drivers from Mississippi roadways. During the previous holiday period, MHP responded to 172 crashes, including four fatalities, and made 54 DUI arrests on state and federal highways.
The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $1.7 billion ahead of tonight’s drawing, making it the fourth-largest lottery jackpot on record. The jackpot has been growing since it was last won on September 6. According to the Louisiana Lottery, ticket sales have surged as interest climbs during the holiday season. Ninety-six players in the current run have matched all five white balls but missed the Powerball, winning $1 million or $2 million depending on whether they purchased the PowerPlay option.
The Mississippi River at Natchez-Vidalia is at 11.5 feet and falling.
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