JPDEC TO HOST CANDIDATES AT PUBLIC MEETING AUG. 29.

The Jefferson Parish Democratic Executive Committee Chair James C. Simmons, Jr., has called a special meeting of JPDEC to consider endorsements in various election races. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29, at Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church Multipurpose Center, 1006 Pailet Ave. in Harvey.

The meeting is open to the public and the media, and candidates will appear in person. JPDEC will decide on any endorsements after the public meeting is concluded. More information about races and candidates to be considered will be announced soon.