Utilities, Inc. of Louisiana Joyce Water Supply is currently in violation of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for total trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids as set forth by the State [Part XII of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code (LAC 51:Xll)] and the Federal Primary Drinking Water Regulations (40 CFR Part 141).

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (LDHH) set drinking water standards and requires the disinfection of drinking water. Where disinfection is used in the treatment of drinking water, disinfectants combine with naturally occurring organic and inorganic matter present in water to form chemicals called disinfection byproducts (DBPs). EPA and LDHH set standards for controlling the levels of disinfectants and DBPs in drinking water, including trihalomethanes (THMs) and haloacetic acid (HAAs).

Some people who drink water containing THMs in excess of the MCL over many years may experience problems with their liver, kidneys, or central nervous system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Some people who drink water containing HAA5s in excess of the MCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer.

In December 1998, EPA set enforceable drinking water standards for TTHMs at 80 parts per billion (ppb) and for HAA5 at 60 parts per billion (ppb) to reduce the risk of cancer or other adverse health effects. Compliance with the TTHMs and HAA5 standards for public water systems servicing less than 10,000 individuals initially became effective and enforceable on January 1, 2004. Compliance with the TTHMs standard is determine by calculating a locational running annual average (LRRA) of quarterly TTHMs sample results. Compliance calculations performed for the fourth quarter of 2020 show that the system’s current TTHMs LRAAs are 95 ppb at sample location DBP01 – 6758 Hwy 84 and 94 ppb at sample location DBP02 – 340 Louisiana. Thus, the system is currently in violation of TTHMs standards.

Construction of the GAC (granulated activated charcoal) system has been completed and the filtration system is now online. The GAC system will assist with the reduction of TTHM and HAA5 concentrations. UIL has kept LDH informed of our progress.

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail. If you have any questions, contact the UIL Compliance Administrator at 985-893-6646 – Opt. 2.

This is not an emergency. If it had been, you would have been notified immediately. EPA and LDH do not consider this violation to have any serious adverse health effects on human health as a result of short-term exposure; however, continued long-term exposure to TTHMs and HAA5 levels aBig Second Inning Propels Quitman Lady Wolverines Varsity Win Over Saline

Utilities, Inc. of Louisiana Paradise Point Water Supply is currently in violation of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for total trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids as set forth by the State [Part XII of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code (LAC 51:Xll)] and the Federal Primary Drinking Water Regulations (40 CFR Part 141).

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (LDHH) set drinking water standards and requires the disinfection of drinking water. Where disinfection is used in the treatment of drinking water, disinfectants combine with naturally occurring organic and inorganic matter present in water to form chemicals called disinfection byproducts (DBPs). EPA and LDHH set standards for controlling the levels of disinfectants and DBPs in drinking water, including trihalomethanes (THMs) and haloacetic acid (HAAs).

Some people who drink water containing THMs in excess of the MCL over many years may experience problems with their liver, kidneys, or central nervous system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Some people who drink water containing HAA5s in excess of the MCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer.

In December 1998, EPA set enforceable drinking water standards for TTHMs at 80 parts per billion (ppb) and for HAA5 at 60 parts per billion (ppb) to reduce the risk of cancer or other adverse health effects. Compliance with the TTHMs and HAA5 standards for public water systems servicing less than 10,000 individuals initially became effective and enforceable on January 1, 2004. Compliance with the TTHMs standard is determine by calculating a locational running annual average (LRRA) of quarterly TTHMs sample results. Compliance calculations performed for the fourth quarter of 2020 show that the system’s current TTHMs LRAAs are 83 ppb at sample location DBP01 – 119 Eden Drive. Thus, the system is currently in violation of TTHMs standards.

UIL will be installing by the end of February an automatic flush valve. The automatic flush valve will assist with the reduction of TTHM and HAA5 concentrations. UIL has kept LDH informed of our progress.

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail. If you have any questions, contact the UIL Compliance Administrator at 985-893-6646 – Opt. 2.

This is not an emergency. If it had been, you would have been notified immediately. EPA and LDH do not consider this violation to have any serious adverse health effects on human health as a result of short-term exposure; however, continued long-term exposure to TTHMs and HAA5 levels above the standard (e.g., 20 years of exposure) has the potential to have serious adverse effects on human health.

 

 

 

 

Jackson Parish School Board Meeting Minutes
February 1, 2021
Jonesboro, LA

The Jackson Parish School Board met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. on February 1, 2021 at Jonesboro Hodge High School Cafeteria, 225 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, La. The following were present for roll call: Rickey McBride, Wade McBride, Dennis Clary, Gloria Davis, Gerry Mims and Mary Saulters. Absent: Calvin Waggoner

Gerry Mims gave the Invocation. Rickey McBride led in the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was called to order by President Dennis Clary.

Motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to approve the minutes as presented from the meeting held on January 14, 2021.

Gloria Davis reported to the Board on the meeting of the Executive Finance Committee held prior to the Board meeting.

A motion was made by Rickey McBride, seconded by Mary Saulters and carried to approve for payment the following bills: General Fund, Federal Program, Food Service, Sales Tax, Special Education, District Maintenance bills.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried approving paying Employer’s Share of Office of Group Benefits insurance premiums from General Fund for the March 2021 sales tax distribution.

A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rickey McBride and carried to approve accepting low quote of $6,560.40 from Mid-State Supply to purchase 22 pallets of water for all schools, to be paid from Strong Start Formula. (Pending LDOE approval).

A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to approve accepting low quote of $6,650.85 from Staples to purchase instructional supplies for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid from Title I School Based funds.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to approve accepting low quote of $6,803.16 from Staples to purchase instructional supplies at Weston High School, to be paid from Title V School Based funds.

A motion was made by Rickey McBride seconded by Mary Saulters and carried to accept low quote of $5,202.00 from Apple Inc. to purchase 6 iPads, 6 Apple TV projectors, and 6 Apple Pencils for Weston High School, to be paid from Title I School Based funds.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Rickey McBride and carried to approve accepting low quote of $12,390.00 from Office Automation to purchase 21st Century Learning Package (Design Center, Poster Maker, Cut Out Maker, Cold Laminator) for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid from Title I School Based
funds.

A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rickey McBride and carried to approve accepting low quote of $19,162.50 from SHI to purchase 73 Dell Chromebooks, License and White Glove Service for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid from Title I School Based funds.

A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve rescinding a motion made at the January 14,2021 Board Meeting:

A motion was made by Rickey McBride, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve accepting low quote of $16,100.12 from SHI for 50 HP Chromebooks (with academic licenses and White Glove Service), one Chromebook Cart,4 Dell Latitude Notebooks (laptops), and 2 Dell OptiPlex Computers at Weston High School, to be paid from Title I School Based Funds

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Rickey McBride and carried to
approve accepting low quote of $19,162.50 from SHI to purchase 73 Dell Chromebooks, License and White Glove Service for Weston High School, to be paid from Title I School Based funds.

A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried approving to pay salaries and benefits for teachers to provide virtual tutoring to students at a rate of $30.00 per hour not to exceed a total of $50,000.00, to be paid from Direct Student Service (DSS) funds and/or Strong Start Tutoring funds. (Pending LDOE approval)
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A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rickey McBride and carried to approve payment of $7,500.00 to OWL Equine Center for the Special Education class at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, to be paid from IDEA funds.

A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve accepting low quote of $6,920.00 from Acousticomm to purchase 2 Maico model ERO-SCAN Screener for all schools, to be paid from Strong Start Formula funds. (Pending LDOE approval)

A motion was made by Rickey McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to approve accepting low quote of $12,420.00 from School Nurse Supply, Inc. to purchase 2 Plusoptix S12C mobile vision screeners for all schools, to be paid from Strong Start Formula funds.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Mary Saulters and carried to approve payment of $5,200.00 to Forethought Consulting, Inc. for Computer Assisted Policy Service (CAPS), to be paid from the General Fund.

A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rickey McBride and carried to allow Superintendent Claxton permission to advertise for bids on a refrigerated truck for food deliveries.

Presentation of Monthly Financial Report by Kristi Bass, Business Manager.

Superintendent’s Comments were given.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Rickey McBride and carried to adjourn
at 6:15 p.m.

Jackson Parish Recreation District Board Meeting Minutes
January 18, 2021
Jonesboro, Louisiana

The Jackson Parish Recreation District met in regular session on Monday, January 18, 2021 at 6:00pm in the Dr. Charles H. Garrett Community Center, 182 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, Louisiana. Members Present: Mr. Brent Barnett, Mr. Ricky Cash, Mr. Jeff Hairston, Mr. Brandon Lamkin, Mr. Rodney Potts, Mr. Sullivan Stevens and Mr. Chris Womack. Also present, Mr. Steven Gatlin.

The President, Mr. Barnett, called the meeting to order. The invocation was given by Mr. Cash and Mr. Barnett led the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.

Mr. Barnett opened the floor for public comments. There were no public comments.

Motion Mr. Cash seconded Mr. Potts to reelect Mr. Barnett as board president. All in favor. Motion carried.

Motion Mr. Barnett seconded Mr. Potts to reelect Mr. Cash as board vice-president. All in favor. Motion carried.

Motion Mr. Hairston seconded Mr. Barnett to approve minutes for November. All in favor. Motion carried.

Motion Mr. Cash seconded Mr. Womack to approve financials for November and December. All in favor. Motion carried.

Mr. Smith gave board update on some of the ongoing programs at the sports complex including archery/shooting range, fitness trail, basketball and baseball/softball.

Ms. Rebecca Williams gave board update on the golf course including membership, banquet rentals, tournaments and cart shed quote.

The board discussed compensatory time for salaried employees. No action was taken.

Motion Mr. Cash seconded Mr. Barnett to hire Dodson Enterprises, Inc. to design and build flag display in the amount of $26,200. All in favor. Motion carried.

Under old business, Mr. Hairston discussed getting a fuel tank and debit card at the golf course. Mr. Lamkin also discussed pay increase for full-time employees.

Next board meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 15, 2021 at 6:00p.m. at the Jackson Parish Police Jury Administrative Building in the Nathaniel Zeno Jr. Meeting Room, 160 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro.

Motion Mr. Potts seconded Mr. Womack to adjourn meeting. All in favor. Motion carried.

 

Beginning on Sunday, February 7th, the Jackson Parish Journal will now be publishing a Sunday and Wednesday edition. This marks the first time in the history of journalistic endeavors in Jackson Parish that began in 1913 that a source for local news, sports and community events will be availabe for readers more than once a week.

“This was a goal of mine from the beginning and I am very pleased that in only 10 months of operation that we are now in the position to be able to do this,” said Publisher/Editor, Ben Ledbetter.  “I can’t tell you how much I appreciate our viewers and the business community that through their support has made this possible.

The Jackson Parish Journal is free to the viewing public and available online at http://www.JacksonParishJournal or can be accessed through Facebook. It can also be received by email by going to the site and accessing the  “Join” prompt and providing an email address.

No longer is the climb of three flights of stairs or waiting on the elevator at the Courthouse required to visit someone with the Jackson Parish Police Jury. That is because their offices are now in the former Greater North Louisiana Business Development Building that is located on 160 Industrial Drive in Jonesboro, which sits in front of the Charles H. Garrett Community Center. 

The move is welcomed by not only the three officials whose offices were at the Courthouse but by everyone with the Police Jury. Now Administrators for the various departments that were previously scattered all across the parish will all be in one location. 

“We are really enjoying being here,” said Administrative Assistant Tammy Collinsworth. “The building is perfect for what we need.”

Amenities include spacious offices for department Directors and Administrators as well as Administrative  Assistants along with a state of the art meeting room complete with video recording capabilities and  a wide monitor. There is even a comfortable sitting area complete with a large monitor that is wired into the primary meeting room so that meetings are able to be viewed by all without having to deal with crowding issues or when more than one meeting at one time is taking place.

At present, due to continuing COVID-19 restrictions , all meetings will still take place at the Charles H. Garrett Community Center. The next regularly scheduled meeting will take place at 5:30pm on Monday, February 8th. The public is invited to attend but must follow all COVID-19 precautions as dictated by the Governor’s Office of the state of Louisiana. 

At the rescheduled meeting of the Jackson Parish Library Board that took place on Friday, January 29th the Board of Trustees for 2021 was selected. Serving as President this year will be Carol Massey with Judy Cooper being the Vice-President. Paula Essemeier is the Treasurer. Additional Board Members are: Ann Standley, Bertha Robinson, Carolyn Crawley, Lisa Nunn and Lewis Chatham. 

2021 Jackson Parish Library Board of Trustees Officers:
President – Carol Massey
Vice President – Judy Cooper
Treasurer – Paula Essemeier

For Artists, Designers or just someone who likes to create things – the Library is seeking your help!!!!
The Library is very pleased to announce that they will be getting a new, state-of-the-art, bookmobile this summer. To incorporate the public with the celebration of the event they are asking for those interested to submit artwork that would be used as the exterior design.

“We are looking for something that is not only eye-catching and will draw attention but will clearly identify that this is a bookmobile and make them want to come inside,” said Library Director Floyd Knox.

From the designs submitted, one will be selected to be featured on the bookmobile while all others will be prominently displayed throughout the Jonesboro Branch for the community to view. The deadline for submissions is February 26th. To find out how you can submit a design or for more information, please contact Amber at 318-259-5697.

NAILED IT it or FAILED IT competition – This past September the Library introduced some novelty cake pans that could be checked out by the public to be used to show their creative baking skills in a competition called NAILEDIT or FAILED IT. They asked patrons to view the submittals and respond with who they thought was best.  Congratulations go to Briley whose very creative production really NAILEDIT.  Briley is a homeschooled, eighth grader who spends her time baking cookies, cakes, muffins and new recipes. She also loves to read and write and is currently writing a chapter book series with one of her friends about sisters who have a bakery.

Black History Month – The month of February is recognized as Black History Month. In celebration the Jackson Parish Library will feature books available for check out on prominent individuals and events that have helped change the course of history. 

Learn about the COVID-19 vaccine – Do you have questions concerning the COVID-19 vaccine? Ms. Jeanette White from the Office of Public Health will be available at the Jonesboro branch by appointment only every Monday and Thursday at 1:00pm to answer any questions you may have and provide information. To secure an appointment either call 318-259-6601, send fax to 318-259-1146 or send email to: jeanette.glver@la.gov

Pine Belt Multi-Purpose representative on hand every Wednesday – Client Service Manager TyAnne Williams will be available by appointment only at the Jonesboro branch every Wednesday from 9:00am – 12:00pm to provide help with Unemployment Application Assistance, SNAP Benefits Application, Medicaid/Medicare Enrollment, Social Security Benefits Application and Social Security Card Applications. Information on Financial Counseling Courses, Commodities Distribution and Senior Food Boxes will also be provided. To secure an appointment please call 318-259-6444.

SNAP Program assistance – Ms. Jerlissa Elzy, who is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Outreach Coordinator is available for assistance with Food Stamp Applications and Redeterminaton as well as helping with a simplified report by calling 318-237-7764 or 318-322-3567.

Children programs 

Art Classes are once again being offered at both the Jonesboro and Chatham branches. To register please come by the Jonesboro Branch and speak with Terrye Shackleford or contact her by phone at 318-259-5697.  Class will be held from 4:00 to 5:00pm on select Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at the Jonesboro Branch and on select Monday’s at the Chatham Branch. For exact dates see below:

February 4th, 9th, 11th, 16th and 18th: Jonesboro Branch
February 8th & 22nd: Chatham Branch 

“Grab and Go” program where art work supplies and instructions can be picked up at the Jonesboro Branch and taken home is also still available for those who are registered. 

Enrollment in the Reading Eggs and Math Seeds program has begun. If you would like to enroll your child please contact: Terrye Shackleford at 318-269-5697. Please be prepared to provide a cell phone number that can be used for a text to be received that will contain your child’s username and password for the program. Please note that this program is NOT HELD AT THE LIBRARY but is for use at home. As a requirement you must have internet service at your home to participate. Your child can work on an iPad, Laptop, Computer or Kindle of any kind. There is no cost to participate. 

Homework Louisiana – Powered by tutor.com and found at HomeworkLa.org this online service is very beneficial in providing assistance with school studies for students of all ages.   

Outreach Services

Monthly personalized delivery of books, audiobooks, magazines and more are available to residents of Jackson Parish, including Nursing Home residents and in-home daycares.

Additional Services and Resources

Binge Box – Checkout multiple movies for one week that counts as only one checkout. 

Vox Books  (Books that talk) – The first audio books that live in print books. The attached VOX Reader transforms an ordinary print book into an all-in-one read along. No need for computers, tablets or CD’s. Simply push a button to listen and read. 

Flipster – An easy to use resource for viewing best selling digital magazines. 

Freegal Music – Service that provides access to virtually every song ever recorded in over 100 countries. Includes catalog of legendary artists and over 40,000 music videos. 

Chilton Automotive Guide – A must for those do-it-yourself auto repair projects. Provides detailed sketches and instructions on virtually every repair job and new parts installation for all makes and models of automobiles. 

PrinterOn – Printing can be done from your Smartphone or Tablets through this free app by sending an email along with attachments to: jpl-jonesboro@printspots.com or jpl-chatham@printspots.com

Fax and copy services: Available at both branches. Pricing dependent on size. 

Jonesboro Branch information:

Address: 614 South Polk Avenue
Phone: 318-259-5697
Fax: 318-259-3374
Hours of operation: Monday – Friday (8:00am – 5:30pm), Saturday (8:00am – 12:00pm)

Chatham Branch information:

Address: 1500 Pine Street
Phone: 318-249-2980
Fax: 318-249-2981
Hours of operation: Monday-Thursday (8:30am – 6:00pm), Friday & Saturday (8:30am-12:30pm)

Without a doubt the over riding memory of the 2020-21 high school basketball season will most certainly be the problems associated with the COVID-19 virus. Still there have been many highlights, lowlights and interesting facts of note that have occurred in the districts associated with teams in the Jackson Parish Journal Sports Department coverage area. Here a just a few……

District 2-5A: The Ruston boys started the year with a 12-1 record which ranks as one of the best starts in school history. Since, they are 1-3 in district play. West Monroe is the top ranked boys team in the state’s highest classification. Their only two losses have been to a Class 2A (Rayville) and a Class B (Anacoco) school. Go figure.  

District 1-2A: While play in most districts are nearing completion, as of this past weekend, the boys division of 1-2A has yet to play a single game due to three of the four schools dealing with COVID issues. As result the combined aggregate rating of the district is one of the worst in the state among boys teams. The JHHS girls started the year 6-1 then lost 4 straight to some of the strongest teams in north Louisiana. Now they are on a four game winning streak. That is what you call a rollercoaster ride!!

District 3-2A: Give the Lakeview girls a seat on the same ride. The Lady Gators won their first six, then lost 3 of 4 and have since won their last six. The Many boys are undefeated at 10-0 after going 10-9  last year. That is the best  improvement from one year to the next among north LA schools. All four district boys teams are in the top 11 of the Class 2A state rankings giving the district the distinction of having the highest combined aggregate ranking of any in the state.

District 1-1A: Calvary Baptist have the most wins (19) among boys teams in North LA and in Division IV, which is what “select” schools call Class A. Props also go to the Homer girls. They started the year 2-6 but are 5-0 in district play. On the flip side the Magnolia School of Excellence boys have lost all seven of their games this year and are still searching for their inaugural LHSAA victory having gone a combined 0-21 in the three years of existence. Ironically they are ranked #13 in Class A. Talk about things that make you go hmmmm.

District 2-1A: Delta Charter located in Ferriday has the distinction of having suffered the worst loss in the state this year when Rayville beat them 120-32 for an 88 point margin. From the “talk about a turnaround” files the Delhi boys are 9-9 overall but 9-0 in district play. The Ouachita Christian (OCS) girls coached by former NFL quarterback Stan Humphries, is ranked #1 in Division IV with a 21-2 record this year. The Cedar Creek girls led by Gene VanDenLandenberg, who most likely has the longest last name in  LHSAA coaching history, has also been impressive with a 16-3 record especially considering two of the losses have been to OCS. Both Stan and “Van” are the man! 

District 1B: This is the district where the highest of highs to the lowest of lows lives. Good stuff first! Defending state champ Doyline is undefeated this year and on a 36 game winning streak over two years. The recent boys contest where they beat Saline 95-87 resulted in one of the highest combined game point totals this year. Now the bad! When the Saline and Dodson girls, who are bottom two teams in the Class B rankings, played last week the winner would earn their first victory of the year. Dodson is still searching and their losing streak has now continued for more than a calendar year. 

District 2B: Simsboro is averaging 84.38 points per game (ppg). According to what is listed on MaxPreps.com that is the 6th highest total in the NATION and best in Louisiana by a whopping 13 points per game. Quitman girls are 19-2 and the boys are 15-3 to give the Wolverines the most combined program wins in north LA. Both have had at least ten game winning streaks, also a best mark. The Quitman boys team improved from #19 to #12  in the latest LHSAA rankings representing one of the biggest jumps in one week for a team in the state. All four schools in the district are within roughly 20 miles of each other as the crow flies. When they travel does that even qualify as a road trip?

District 4C: Poor Calvin! Two years ago they were in one of the closest districts relating to miles apart to now being in one of most separated. Can you imagine having to drive roughly 145 miles round trip to play a district game? That is what they face when they go to Harrisonburg and Central – Jonesville. You can also add the 80 mile round trip it takes to go to Georgetown. What makes it worse is those miles are always traveled on those hard seated, “yellow dogs”. Now that is a road trip!!!

Overall records and district standings relating to schools from the Jackson Parish Journal Sports Department coverage area, as well as, current LHSAA state rankings are shown below. Coverage area teams are shown in bold print. 

BOYS STANDINGS

District 2-5A	Overall	District
#1 – West Monroe	12-2	3-0
#7 – Alexandria Sr. High	18-6	2-0
#20 – Ouachita	9-8	2-0
#13 – Ruston	14-4	2-3
#37 -West Ouachita	7-8	1-3
#51 – Pineville	5-17	0-4

February 5 (Friday): Ouachita at Ruston, ASH at West Ouachita 
February 9 (Tuesday): Ruston at West Monroe, West Ouachita at Pineville

District 1-2A	Overall	District
#13 – Jonesboro-Hodge	6-4	0-0
#30 – North Caddo	5-14	0-0
#36 – D’Arbonne Woods	3-10	0-0
#49 – Lakeside	0-5	0-0

February 5 (Friday): Jonesboro-Hodge at Lakeside
February 9 (Tuesday): D’Arbonne Woods at Jonesboro-Hodge 

District 3-2A	Overall	District
#2 – Many	11-0	3-0
#8 -Red River	8-7	1-1
#5 –Winnfield	10-3	1-2
#11 – Lakeview	13-7	0-2

February 5 (Friday): Winnfield at Red River
February 9 (Tuesday): Winnfield at Lakeview

District 1-1A	Overall	District
#4 – Calvary Baptist	19-5	4-0
#4 – Arcadia	9-1	3-0
#9 – Homer	7-9	4-2
#17 – Ringgold	10-12	2-2
#23 – Lincoln Prep	3-9	1-1
#25 – Plain Dealing	1-9	0-2
#13 – Magnolia SOE	0-7	0-2
#30 – Haynesville	0-8	0-5

February 4 (Thursday): Arcadia at Lincoln Prep
February 5 (Friday): Arcadia at Haynesville, Lincoln Prep at Homer
February 9 (Tuesday): Arcadia at Homer, Haynesville at Lincoln Prep

District 2-1A	Overall	District
#7 – Delhi	9-9	9-0
#6 – Tensas	7-2	7-2
#15 – St. Frederick	9-6	5-2
#10 – Oak Grove	5-3	4-3
#18 – Cedar Creek	8-9	2-6
#18 – Sicily Island	2-6	1-4
#23 – Ouachita Christian	4-14	1-5
#22 – Delta Charter	2-9	0-8

February 5 (Friday): Tensas at Cedar Creek, 
February 9 (Tuesday): Cedar Creek at Sicily Island

District 1B	Overall	District
#4 – Doyline	8-0	3-0
#10 – Saline	6-7	2-1
#23 –Dodson	7-8	1-2
#27 – Castor	4-11	0-3

January 29 (Friday): Doyline at Dodson, Castor at Saline
February 2 (Tuesday): Dodson at Saline 

District 2B	Overall	District
#2 – Simsboro	17-1	2-0
#12 – Quitman	15-3	2-0
#16 – Choudrant	11-8	0-2
#24 – Weston	9-15	0-2

February 5 (Friday): Quitman at Choudrant, Simsboro at Weston
February 9 (Tuesday): Weston at Quitman, Choudrant at Simsboro

District 4C	Overall	District
#7 – Calvin	6-5	2-0
#13 – Atlanta	4-7	2-1
#19 – Harrisonburg	2-7	0-0
#16 – Georgetown	4-12	1-2
#22 – Central-Jonesville	2-12	0-2

February 4 (Thursday): Georgetown at Calvin
February 9 (Tuesday): Calvin at Harrisonburg

GIRLS STANDINGS

District 2-5A	Overall	District
#9 – Ruston	18-5	4-1
#10 – Pineville	13-5	4-2
#20 – West Monroe	10-5	4-2
#11 – Ouachita	10-5	3-2
#40 – ASH	8-10	0-3
#25 – West Ouachita	7-9	0-5

February 5 (Friday): Ouachita at Ruston, ASH at West Ouachita 
February 9 (Tuesday): Ruston at West Monroe, West Ouachita at Pineville

District 1-2A	Overall	District
#8 – Jonesboro-Hodge	9-5	2-0
#46 – North Caddo	1-4	0-0
#19 – D’Arbonne Woods	5-11	0-1
#44 – Lakeside	1-6	0-1

February 5 (Friday): Jonesboro-Hodge at Lakeside
February 9 (Tuesday): D’Arbonne Woods at Jonesboro-Hodge 

District 3-2A	Overall	District
#5 – Lakeview	14-3	3-0
#11 – Many	12-5	2-1
#21 – Red River	5-9	1-2
#31 – Winnfield	7-5	0-3

February 5 (Friday): Winnfield at Red River
February 9 (Tuesday): Winnfield at Lakeview

District 1-1A	Overall	Record
#5 – Homer	8-6	5-0
#15 – Haynesville	7-7	4-2
#18 – Lincoln Prep	3-8	2-1
#13 – Plain Dealing	5-7	1-2
#23 – Calvary Baptist	2-4	1-3
#19 – Arcadia	4-8	1-3
#25 – Ringgold	3-14	0-3

February 4 (Thursday): Arcadia at Lincoln Prep
February 5 (Friday): Arcadia at Haynesville, Lincoln Prep at Homer
February 9 (Tuesday): Arcadia at Homer, Haynesville at Lincoln Prep

District 2-1A	Overall	District
#1 – Ouachita Christian	21-2	5-0
#3 – Cedar Creek	16-3	5-2
#11 – Delhi	4-8	3-2
#9 – Oak Grove	10-4	3-3
#12 – Tensas	2-4	2-4
#17 – Delta Charter	5-7	2-5
#27 – Sicily Island	0-7	0-4
#13 – St. Frederick (season cancelled)	2-0	0-0

February 5 (Friday): Tensas at Cedar Creek, 
February 9 (Tuesday): Cedar Creek at Sicily Island

District 1B	Overall	District
#23 – Doyline	7-5	3-0
#18 – Castor	10-7	2-1
#28 – Saline	1-11	1-2
#30 – Dodson	0-12	0-3

February 5 (Friday): Castor at Dodson, Saline at Doyline
February 9 (Tuesday): Doyline at Dodson, Saline at Castor

District 2B	Overall	District
#6 – Quitman	19-2	2-0
#16 – Simsboro	7-6	1-0
#14 – Choudrant	10-9	0-1
#15 – Weston	13-11	0-2

February 5 (Friday): Quitman at Choudrant, Simsboro at Weston
February 9 (Tuesday): Weston at Quitman, Choudrant at Simsboro

District 4C	Overall	District
#11 – Atlanta	6-7	3-0
#10 – Georgetown	7-5	2-1
#21 – Harrisonburg	2-9	0-1
#14 – Central-Jonesville	6-10	0-2
#13 – Calvin	1-10	0-2

February 4 (Thursday): Georgetown at Calvin
February 9 (Tuesday): Calvin at Harrisonburg

Locally the hardwood battle between Weston and Quitman is always one of the most anticipated basketball games of the year. Any year. Every year! It is one of those true “blood” rivalries that goes back to before most in Jackson Parish were born. They have met in tournaments, district games and even in the playoffs. In some years they have played up to four times in one season.

A check of the records show that over the past decade Weston has won bragging rights 22 times out of the 30 games they played. Not this year. At least not after the first game of two district 2B contests that are scheduled to be played. Round one goes to Quitman and in a big way. Actually the 73-33 victory this past Friday is the largest margin of victory by either team over the past ten years. The victory is the 10th straight for Quitman who improved to 15-3 on the year and more importantly 2-0 in district play. Weston lost their fourth out of the last five to fall to 9-15 and into the district cellar at 0-2.

With the entire starting five of Joshua Smith, Ethan Everett, Cooper Williams, Blake Carter and John Pabaya all scoring points, Quitman raced out to a 16-3 first quarter advantage. Then Smith took over in the second to score 11 of his game high 23 points to help the Wolverines take a commanding 35-13 lead at the half. It didn’t get any better in the second half as the stunned Weston fans watched Quitman take the third and fourth periods by nine in each frame to account for the 40 point difference. Williams and Pabaya would also end with double figures in scoring with 14 and ten. Carter scored seven and both Everett and L.D. Manning added six Ty Simonelli had four and Shane Rowe three to round out the scoring for the Wolverines.

Weston was limited to just ten field goals in the contest with Davis Tolar making four of those, including a pair of three pointers for his team high ten points. Jace Holt finished with eight, Braden Theriot 4 and Cooper Harvey three. Eli and Riley McBride had one and two points respectively with Kaden Shirley and C.J. Steward adding two points each. 

Quitman (15-3, 2-0)	16	19	20	18	73
Weston (9-15, 0-2)	3	10	11	9	33

QHS scoring: Smith 25, Williams 14, Pabaya 10, Carter 7, Everett 6, Manning 6, Simonelli 4, Rowe 3
WHS scoring: Tolar 10, Holt 8, Theriot 4, Harvey 3, Steward 2, Shirley 2, R. McBride 2, E. McBride 1

Wolverines skunk Choudrant in 2nd quarter to win 2B opener

(Tuesday, January 26th) Quitman has already tied a national record that can never be broken once this year. Now they have done again and this time when they held Choudrant without a point in the second quarter it led the way to a 56-51 victory in the district 2B opener for both teams.

Not only was the 16-0 second quarter margin impressive it was much needed. Choudrant had taken a 22-15 first quarter lead and after trailing at the half by nine outscored Quitman 17-10 in the third to narrow the margin to 41-39 heading into the fourth quarter. The Wolverines then took the final frame 15-12 to  win their ninth straight and move to 14-3 overall and 1-0 in district 2B play.  Choudrant fell to 11-8 and 0-1 after dropping their third straight. 

Joshua Smith had a strong game for Quitman with a double-double of 20 points and 10 boards, as well as, four blocks and three steals. Cooper Williams and John Pabaya had a pair of trey’s each and finished with 13 and 12 respectively. Also contributing was Ethan Everett with six, Blake Carter three and Ty Simonelli 2. 

Quitman (14-3, 1-0)	15	16	10	15	56
Choudrant (11-8, 0-1)	22	0	17	12	51

QHS scoring: Smith 20, Williams 13, Pabaya 12, Everett 6, Carter 3, Simonelli 2
CHS scoring: n/a

Simsboro storms past Weston in 2B opener

(Tuesday, January 26): There is really only one way to describe the outcome of Simsboro’s 97-42,  district 2B opening game victory over Weston. NOT SURPRISING!  Already this season the Tigers from Lincoln Parish have won games by margins of 50, 51, 46, 57, 42, 40, 45 and 58 points. Simsboro is scary good and has been for a while, as in flirting with the makings of a rare school boy dynasty,  kind of good. 

Want proof? Over the past 3 1/2 years Simsboro has  a 128-15 record on their way to two Class B state championships and just two points away from winning three straight. This year the Tigers might just have their strongest team of all evidenced by their 15-1 record with their only loss being by three points to West Monroe, the #1 team in Class 5A. Their 83.38 points per game average is 6th best in the NATION and best in Louisiana by over 13 points according to stats provided by MaxPreps.com.

Simsboro led 24-9 after the first eight minutes and 61-13 at the break with Jace Holt, who had a team high 19, scoring all but two of Weston’s first half points.  Davis Tolar also reached double figures in scoring with 11 points and C.J. Steward, Cooper Harvey and Tate Henderson finished with 4,3 and 3 respectively, all four making their points in the second half. Landon Roberts also added two free throws in the second quarter. Eleven of the twelve players on the Simsboro roster tallied, led by 23 from Jamarian Cato.

Simsboro (15-1, 1-0)	24	37	18	18	97
Weston (9-14, 0-1)	9	4	16	13	42

SHS scoring: Cato 23, Newton 15, Maryland 10, Abney 10, Brantley 9, Wright 7, Taylor 6, McCallister 5, Outley 4
WHS scoring: Holt 19, Tolar 11, Steward 4, Harvey 3, Henderson 3, Roberts 2

Saline surges into second place in district 1B

Don’t look now but Saline is becoming a dangerous team to play. Just ask Castor who Saline beat 81-54 this past Friday. If you won’t believe them then give 4th ranked and defending Class B state champion, Doyline, a call. They will tell you the same after Saline came within a whisker of giving the undefeated Panthers their first loss in 36 games dating back to last year before falling by a 95-87 score. The point total was the most Doyline has given up since 2017.

For really the first time all season Saline is finally at full strength. Earlier in the year the Bobcats dealt with COVID issues not one but twice resulting in only four games being played before January. Then there was the problem of getting the players in game shape. As result their overall record stands at only 6-7 but with the split of the past week’s games Saline moved to 2-1 in 1B play. 

The Bobcats simply destroyed Castor this past Friday night with a tremendous balanced effort. Over the four quarters Saline scored 19, 20, 22 and 20 points while winning each period by 9,7,10 and one after head coach Klint Robinson emptied his bench in the fourth. Castor fell to 4-11 and 0-3 in district play.

It was the two Titus’s, as in Titus Malone and Titus Jackson and burly post player Ethan Roberts that did most of the damage in the first three periods with all three scoring their 17,16 and 12 points respectively before taking a seat for the final eight minutes. Freshman Trent Ledbetter then took over in the fourth frame when in his first real extended time on the court this year scored a career high 11 points. Cannon Loe also got into the act by adding seven, also a new career high. Jacob Jones was the third to set a new career high in scoring with six. Additional contributors were Blake Clifton – 4, Stephen Brown – 3, Rafe Martin 2, Ryder Blanchard -2 and Kenton Lee Crawford one as Saline had a season best, 11 players score.  

Saline (6-7, 2-1)	19	20	22	20	81
Castor (4-11, 0-3)	10	13	12	19	54

SHS scoring: Malone 17, Jackson 16, Roberts 12, Ledbetter 11, Loe 7, Jones 6, Clifton 4, Brown 3, Martin 2, Blanchard 2, Crawford 1
CHS scoring: YOung 16, Clark 14, Shirley 6, Mathews 4, Cooper 4, Bates 4, Warren 2, Bryant 2, Alsup 2

Bobcats put scare in Doyline

It is a safe bet that Doyline wasn’t expecting homestanding Saline to give them the game they did. After all, last year the defending Class B champs who hasn’t lost a game in over a calendar year beat the Bobcats by 32 and 37 points and Saline entered the contest this past Tuesday week with only a 5-6 record. The Panthers probably still didn’t feel threatened after taking a 28-16 first quarter lead but suddenly things started to change.

By the end of the contest Doyline knew they had been in a game as over the last three quarters Saline took a 71-67 margin advantage despite having three players foul out. On the night Saline had 24 fouls called on them to just 14 against Doyline. You can also believe that if the Panther players didn’t know before they now know that Titus Malone and Ethan Roberts can do serious damage. Malone led the way for Saline with a career high 31 points, with 18 of those coming in the final quarter followed by 28 from Roberts, who was virtually unstoppable all game. Titus Jackson made an impression as well by scoring all seven of his points in the second quarter before being saddled with foul trouble. Blake Clifton, Ryder Blanchard and Kenton Lee Crawford added five each and both Will Dison and Jacob Jones scored a basket to round out the Bobcat’s scoring. 

Saline (6-7, 2-1)	16	20	20	31	87
Doyline (8-0, 3-0)	28	17	21	29	95

SHS scoring: Malone 31, Roberts 28, Jackson 7, Clifton 5, Blanchard 5, Crawford 5, Dison 2, Jones 2
DHS scoring: Clark 35, Markray 22, Dotie 22, Mingo 11, McClendon 2, McDivitt 1

Additional area scores:

Monday, January 25: Ruston 71 Homer 36
Tuesday, January 26: Many 65 Winnfield 46; Dodson 80 Castor 59; Calvin 69 Atlanta 60
Wednesday, January 27: Simsboro 91 Kilbourne 46
Friday, January 29: ASH 41 Ruston 37; Winnfield 60 Sterlington 48; Arcadia 48 Haynesville 27; Delhi 72 Cedar Creek 55; Doyline 81 Dodson 46; Buckeye 55 Calvin 44

The laws of physics state that what goes up must come down. At Jonesboro-Hodge there has been an addition to this, as in, through hard work and determination what comes down will go up again. for virtually every school in the state the 2020-21 season has seen it’s share of ups and downs but hardly any school has been on the roller coaster ride that the Lady Tigers of Jonesboro-Hodge has endured. 

In head coach Britani Fields second year J-H started the year by storming out of the gate to compile a 6-1 record with their only loss being to East Iberville, the #1 ranked team in Class A. Then the Lady Tigers got hit by a double whammy of losing Fields to surgery and at the same time having to face an incredibly difficult, four game run against Neville (11-2) – #3 in Class 4A; Ruston (17-6) – #10 in Class 5A, Lakeview (13-3) – #4 in Class 2A and Gibsland-Coleman who is the second ranked team in Class C but can play with anyone in the state.  Talk about your murderer’s row.

In the light of the adage what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger the Lady Tigers persevered and has now won their last four in impressive fashion including their first two district 1-2A games against Lakeside and D’Arbonne Woods and a victory over traditional rival Winnfield. The main catalyst in the resurgence is Xabrianna Jackson who after a slow start to the season has returned to her District 1-2A MVP form of a year ago to help the Lady Tigers improve the overall record to 10-5. Also making solid contributions were Zymea Hoggro, Yahzmynne Andrews and Chamya Waters who each have tallied double digits in games. 

(Tuesday, January 26) JHHS 62 Lakeside 36 – With the backcourt of Jackson and Hoggro scoring six each and Waters adding four, JHHS raced out to a 19-10 first quarter lead and never looked back to win the district 1-2A opener. Jackson led the way with 23 points while Andrews and Hoggro added 15 and 10 each. Waters chipped in with nine, Sydney Malone added three and Jessica Bradford two. Lakeside played the contest with only five players dressed out. 

JHHS (8-5, 1-0)	19	14	10	19	62
Lakeside (1-4, 0-1)	10	13	8	5	36

JHHS scoring: Jackson 23, Andrews 15, Hoggro 10, Waters 9, Malone 3, Bradford 2
LHS scoring: Voss 17, Braggs 6, McCullough 6, Robinson 5, Weston 2

(Friday, January 29th) JHHS 46 D’Arbonne Woods 33 – After both teams struggled to score in the first quarter that ended in a 6-6 tie the Lady Tigers took control in the second to take a 21-11 halftime lead enroute to their second straight district 1-2A victory. Once again it was Jackson who led the way with 18 points all coming in the final three quarters. Hoggro also came up big with 14 followed by six each from Andrews and Waters as only four Lady Tigers scored in the contest. D’Arbonne Woods fell to 5-11 overall and 0-1 in district play.

JHHS (9-5, 2-0)	6	15	18	7	46
DWC (5-11, 0-1)	6	5	12	1-	33

JHHS scoring: Jackson 18, Hoggro 14, Waters 6, Andrews 6
DWC scoring: K. Hayes 16, Scoskie 8, A. Hayes 4, fine 3, Phelps 2

(Saturday, January 30th) JHHS 64 Winnfield 50 – In the makeup game that was originally scheduled for January 12th, the Lady Tigers opened up a 24-6 first quarter that held up the rest of the way despite Winnfield shaving ten points off the lead by the half. The Lady Tigers traditional rival had no answer for Jackson and Waters in the first eight minutes as the two combined for all but two of the first quarter points on the way to 27 and 20 points respectively. Andrews got into the act in the second half by scoring all nine of her points while Hoggro added four and Malone two.

JHHS (10-5)	24	4	24	12	64
Winnfield (7-6)	6	14	20	10	50

JHHS scoring: Jackson 27, Waters 20, Andrews 9, Z. Hoggro 4, A. Hoggro 2, Malone 2
WHS scoring: Evans 21, Gilbert 9, Roberson 7, Davis 4, Evans 4, Brown 3, Sapp 2

Quitman stretches win streak to 11 straight

Everyone likes to think they have a lucky number. The Quitman High girls basketball team has got to believe somewhat in that theory but with a little twist to it. Instead of a lucky number they have had a lucky letter this year. That is C as in Calvin, Castor, Cedar Creek, Claiborne Christiam. The Lady Wolverines have beaten them all, some more than once, without losing a game. Now you can add Choudrant to the list.

The two teams that tied for the district championship last year squared off in the 2B opener for both with Quitman making the statement that they wanted the title all to themselves this year by taking a 50-43 victory. That was followed by a 67-33 thumping over Weston in the battle for Jackson Parish supremacy as Quitman won their 11th straight and continued one of the best seasons in school history.  

(Tuesday, January 26) Quitman 50 Choudrant 43 – An 18-7 first quarter advantage was too much for Choudrant to overcome in the battle between the two district favorites. Choudrant actually had a higher field goal percentage (31.4% – 30.2%) and three point percentage (33.3% – 23.8%) than Quitman but the Lady Wolverines  marksmanship from the free throw line where they  made 11 of 16 compared to just 4 of 9 for Choudrant made the difference. 

It was the “three amigos” of Clara Womack, Bethany Leach and Brayli Stewart that did almost all the damage as they combined for 43 of the 50 points scored. With three trey’s apiece Stewart and Leach scored 15 and 14 points each followed by Womack who scored 12 despite not making a three pointer for one of the few times this season. Cali Deal added five and Maddie Kaye Brymer scored two. 

Quitman (18-3, 1-0)	16	12	15	7	50
Choudrant (10-9, 0-1)	7	18	6	12	43

QHS scoring: Stewart 15, Leach 14, Womack 12, Deal 5, Brymer 2
CHS scoring: N/A

(Friday, January 29) Quitman 67 Weston 33 – Stacey Tucker of Weston and Quitman head coach, Kyle Leach have squared off against each other countless times over the past decade. They both know each others squad like their own,  having watched the girls from both of the Jackson Parish schools compete against each other since they were little kids.  

In Tucker’s mind the best way to control Quitman was to contain the backcourt duo of Bethany Leach and Clara Womack so he had his girls set up their defense in what is called a triangle and two set. That is where two players are guarded man to man, or in this case, girl to girl and the remaining three play a triangle shaped zone. Over the past couple of  years that would have been good strategy against Quitman but this year a third threat has developed in Brayli Stewart and brother did she make Weston pay for leaving her alone. 

“As soon as I realized what they were doing I called Brayli over to talk to her,” said Leach. “I told her to shoot it and keep on shooting it.” 

Stewart followed his advise and the result was a new career high 27 points on the strength of four trey’s and Quitman’s 11 straight victory which improved their record to a sparkling 19-3 and a commanding 2-0 start to district play. 

“Brayli has been huge for us this year,” continued Leach. “Almost everyone we play knows about Clara (Womack) and Bethany (Leach) but this year Brayli has been as difficult to guard as the other two are.” 

For the first time in recent memory Quitman has an inside threat as well in eighth grader Cali Deal, who introduced herself to the Lady Wolves by scoring 11, all but two coming in the first half as Quitman took a 33-15 lead into the break. Despite having a hand in their face all night Womack and Leach still managed to be effective with 16 and 10 points each although both were limited to one three pointer apiece. 

Weston’s not only had trouble stopping the vaunted Quitman offense but had trouble scoring as well managing to score in double digits in a quarter only once. Up and coming Briley Peterson, who like Stewart has emerged as a solid threat, led the Lady Wolves with 14. Emma Kate McBride and Lexi Barmore was next with six each followed by 4 from Mary Catherine Hay and three from Mallory Tolar. The loss was a huge blow to any title chances the Lady Wolves had as they dropped to 0-2 in district play and 13-11 on the year.

Quitman (19-3, 2-0)	13	20	16	18	67
Weston (13-11, 0-2)	9	6	11	7	33

QHS scoring: Stewart 27, Womack 16, Deal 11, Leach 10, Ford 2, Brymer 1, Gray 1
WHS scoring: Peterson 14, Barmore 6, McBride 6, Hay 4, Tolar 3

Simsboro holds on against Weston in 2B opener for both

(Tuesday, January 26) Simsboro 56 Weston 49 – Simsboro jumped out to a 20-13 lead in the first quarter and then held on for the seven point victory despite Weston holding the Lady Tigers to just one field goal in the final frame and making a furious run at a rally. 

It was all Simsboro in the district 2B opener for both for three quarters as they opened up a 49-36 lead heading into the final eight minutes but behind trey’s from Lainee Trosclair and Emma Kate McBride as well as dead eye marksmanship from the line by Mallory Tolar Weston made it interesting before coming up short. 

McBride led the Lady Wolves with 14, followed by 9 from Lexi Barmore and 8 from Trosclair in one of her better scoring games of the year. Briley Peterson also made 8 and both Mallory Tolar and Mary Catherine Hay added five. The loss was a bitter pill to swallow for Weston who was hoping to continue their recent streak of playing well that had led to four wins in their previous five games. 

Weston (13-10, 0-1)	13	14	9	13	49
Simsboro (7-6, 1-0)	20	16	13	7	56

WHS scoring: McBride 14, Barmore 9, Trosclair 8, Peterson 8, Hay 5, Tolar 5
SHS scoring: n/a

Additional area scores: 

(Tuesday, January 26): Many 65 Winnfield 38, Arcadia 42 Calvary Baptist 20, Ouachita Christian 50 Cedar Creek 43, Doyline 59 Saline 56, Castor 62 Dodson 36, Atlanta 58 Calving 40
(Wednesday, January 27): Arcadia 54 Lakeside 38
(Friday, January 29): West Monroe 48 West Ouachita 29, Winnfield 54 Sterlington 22, Homer 46 Arcadia 32, Lincoln Prep 47 Haynesville 42, Cedar Creek 53 Delhi 25, Castor 59 Saline 41, Doyline 58 Dodson 33

The French word for it is Lagniappe. What it means is receiving an extra gift or bonus. In conjunction with Jay Mallard Ford, during the month of February viewers of the Jackson Parish Journal (JPJ) will receive Lagniappe in the form of $10.00 off any and all oil changes.

This is an exclusive offer for JPJ viewers. In order to be eligible for the discount you must tell the Jay Mallard representative you speak with that you saw the offer in the JPJ. Drive ups are welcome but due to the response already received it is recommended to call 318-259-9881 to make an appointment.

Even though 2020 was one of the worst years on record for obvious reasons, boat dealerships had what many would say was their best year ever. As more people turned to the waterways for their quarantine entertainment, bass boat companies could not keep up with the demand heading into 2021 as they were three months behind. Of course, you’ll also need a motor for that new bass boat and these manufactures are four to five months behind. With all this being said, dealerships will still be selling boats. Even though most boat shows will be canceled for 2021, some dealerships will be doing in-house boat shows and offering great deals. Over the next two weeks, I’m going to give you some advice and some really good insight on how to buy a new bass boat.

1. Know your needs….Are you fishing big waters like Sam Rayburn and Toledo Bend or are you just fishing local cypress tree lakes. This will determine what length of boat you need to consider. For big water lakes, you would prefer nothing less than a 20-to-21-footer. The length really makes a huge difference when crossing the big water lakes in terms of ride, comfort and staying dry. But shorter boats (17 to 18 feet long) make navigating smaller cypress tree lake thickets a lot easier.

2. How big a boy are ya……If you’re 6’3” or taller, the one thing you don’t want is your knees banging on the console. Take the time to sit in the boat (or test drive) to make sure you have plenty of leg room. Also take a good look at the seats; you want seats with good padding like Ranger Boats SRS (Soft Ride Seat system).

3. Storage capacity….I will go ahead and tell you now, it’s like your house, you can never have too much storage capacity. You want room for all your rods & tackle but make sure the rod locker has guide tubes which really helps protect your rods. I also want lighted boxes and rod lockers. This makes it a lot easier to find things early in the morning when you’re on the water before sunrise. But the one thing that is of the utmost importance is that the storage lockers STAY DRY. Make sure the lids have a good tight seal when you open and close them.

4. Deck space….one thing that I really like is a wide front deck like the Ranger Z Series of boats. This gives you plenty of room to lay several rods on the front deck without stepping on them. I also look for a boat that has at least a 3-inch rail lip because it keeps you from kicking & losing rods over the side. Beware of boats where the deck is flush with the top of the hull. Also make sure the boat has good rod tie downs on the front deck on both sides.

5. Dual or single console….I like dual console for several reasons. As a guy that has fished as a co-angler at one time, I really appreciated having that protection in front of me while traveling down the lake in bad weather. It also gives me another storage compartment to put things that I have quick access to. Plus, it also makes for a better-looking boat and can really be an asset when you resell the boat.

Bass boats today are a major purchase and the choices you make now will have a big impact on whether you’ll get a good return when you sell or trade-in this boat. Next week we’ll talk about your motor choices, and accessories. Till next time, don’t forget to set the hook! For great angling tips, tune in every Monday at 12:00 noon to Tackle Talk Live on Facebook or catch us on our You Tube channel.

Steve Graf
Co-host Tackle Talk Live

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Friendship Water System has a new address. Members of the water system can now send payments and any other correspondence to Friendship Water System, P.O. Box 93, Saline, LA 71070. Payments accepted at this time include check or money order. Please do not send cash. Online payment options are coming soon.

An emergency board meeting was held on January 19 to empanel new board members following the resignation of three of the five board members. After a discussion about what would be expected of potential board members and what would be needed to improve the water system, board members Rebekah Barnett, Quince Plunkett, and other members of the water system who were present voted and empaneled Ann Malone, Dewanna Durbin, and Brad Dison. All board members are volunteers and receive no financial compensation in connection with the water system. For more information, please visit http://www.MyFriendshipWater.com.

 

Four down. Four to go. That is the number of Saturday’s left in the season for the seven divisions of the Jackson Parish Recreation Department Basketball League. See below for schedule of upcoming games this Saturday as well as results from last Saturday’s play.

Saturday, February 6th games at Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School

9:00 am –   Pelicans vs Warriors (5-6 boys/girls)
10:00am –  Lakers vs Bulls (5-6 boys/girls)
11:00am –  Magic vs Jazz (7-8 boys/girls)
12:00pm  – Hawks vs Blazers (7-8 boys/girls)
1:00pm  –   Storm vs Sparks ( 9-10 girls)

Saturday, February 6th games at Jonesboro-Hodge High School

9:00am  –   Liberty vs Dream (11-12 girls)
10:00am –  Grizzlies vs Rockets (9-10 boys)
11:00pm –  Kings vs Raptors (9-10 boys)
12:00pm  – Spurs vs Lakers (11-12 boys)
1:00pm –    Bulls vs Warriors (11-12 boys)
2:00pm  –   Pelicans vs Celtics  (13-14 boys)

Results of games played on Saturday, January 23rd

Age 5-6 league: (Boys and Girls)

Bulls 23 Pelicans 13
Scoring: (Pelicans) Adeline Anderson 6, Jacob Toms 2, Ainsley Bougues 1, Grant Williams 1, Jaylee Hough 1, Braxton Lawson 1, Natalie Sullivan 1 (Bulls) Koplen Tayor 6, Jagger Ingram 5, Carter Greer 4, Maddox Graham 4, Clay Burton 1, River Wagonner 1, Savannah Porter 1, 

Warriors 16 Lakers 9
Scoring: (Warriors) Eli Stringer 8, Andrew Seymore 6, Hinley Hall 1, Mason Greer 1 (Lakers) Maddox Naron 4, Kylee Ann Allen 1, Braxten Theriot 1, Isaac Sessions 1, Bentley Hall 1, Brantley Tucker 1

Age 7-8 league: (Boys and Girls)

Blazers 25 Jazz 23
Scoring: (Blazers) Samone Mallard 19, Thatcher Savage 4, Caleb Robinson 1, Cooper Roton 1 (Jazz)Jaxen Culpepper 8, Caiden Jackson 6, Kynleigh Leach 4, Ella Simonelli 2, Emerson James 2, Parkey Nomey 1

Hawks 35 Magic 13
Scoring: (Hawks) Bentley Ponder 18, Jase Reed 10, Jase Tinsley 7, Ryder Pardue 1, Aiden Reed 1 (Magic) Hannah Aldy 6, Kash Gandy 4, Kaine Stassen 3  

Age 9-10 (Girls)

Storm 36 Mystics 27
Scoring: (Mystics) Kinsey Ponder 10, Syla Malone 4, Sophia Kliebert 4, Maggie Wall 3, Raeleigh Medaries 2, Syla Malone 2, Teyton Naron 1 (Storm) Jalynn Jiles 23, Hallay Taylor 8, Teegan Hall 2, Skyleigh Webb 2, Anna Pardue 1, Braelyn Patton 1

Storm 36 Sparks 12
Scoring: (Storm) Jalynn Jiles 25, Teegan Hall 4, Braelyn Patton 3,  Skyleigh Webb 2, Anna Pardue 1, Hallay Taylor 1 (Sparks) Avery Hasley 6, Allie Robertson 2, Bailey Tinsley 1, Skylar Lamkin 1, Julie Ford 1, Annalise Bougues 1

Age 9-10 (Boys)

Grizzlies 23 Kings 16 
Scoring: (Grizzlies) Joseph Delaney 10, Ryder Gray 9, Jayden Burns 2, Asher Burns 2 (Kings) Hayden Seymore 6, Brody Tucker 3, Noah Spillman 2, Jenson Waggoner 2, Luke Sims 2, Spencer Strickland 1 

Grizzlies 26 Raptors 16
Scoring: (Grizzlies) Joseph Delaney 18,  Jayden Burns 3, Asher Burns 2, Ryder Gray 2, Carson Savana 1 (Raptors) Bryce Tolar 14, Leyton Younse 2

Rockets 35 Kings 4
Scoring: (Rockets) Kobie Williams 16, Eli Henderson 9, Mason Thomas 6, Luke Rowe 6, Jasen McNeil 2, Eli Rowe 1, Quantavious Campbell 1 (Kings) Noah Spillman 2, Spencer Strickland 2

Age 11-12 (Girls)

Dream 16 Liberty 10
Scoring: (Liberty) Ralei Bradford 4, Anna Claire Leach 2, Jada Conner 3, Jana Potts 1 (Dream) Ava Caskey 8, Emma Walker 5, Breelyn Boone 3

Dream 20 Wings 11
Scoring: (Dream) Emma Walker 7, Breelyn Boone 6, Ava Caskey 4, Briley Jones 2, Sanaa Tatum 1 (Wings) Hallie Kate Pullig 8, Brenna Lamkin 2, Lily Jones 1

Age 11-12 (Boys)

Spurs 41 Bulls 38
Scoring: (Spurs) Larsen Thomas 17, Brody Tidwell 16, Jackson Thomas 4, Jackson Bougues 3 (Bulls) Brayden Martin 22, Shane Reed 10, Remy Kennard 4, Roman Strickland 2

Warriors 34 Lakers 24
Scoring: (Lakers) D.J. Palmer 10, Asher Schultz 6, David Gandy 4, Elijah Jackson 2, Caden Jackson 2 (Warriors) Taden Thomas 14, Ty Henderson 10, Christopher Harrell 6, Rylan Reynolds 4

Age 13-14 (Boys)

Pelicans 42 Celtics 40 (Overtime)
Scoring: (Pelicans) Sawyer Watkins 18, Bryce Zehr 12, Brock Henderson 6, Payton Nomey 4, Duke Tew 2 (Celtics) Skyler Strickland 11, Jude Otwell 9, Bradyden Smith 8, Larsen Thomas 6, S. Reed 2

Pelican 27 Timberwolves 27
Scoring: (Pelicans) Bryce Zehr 10, Payton Nomey 7, Brock Henderson 5, Sawyer Watkins 5,  (Timberwolves) Noah Leach 17, Jacob Gill 6, Tyler Pardue 4

 

 

The Perfect Crime

On the afternoon of January 6, 1995, McArthur Wheeler walked into a bank in the Swissvale borough of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to make a cash withdrawal. However, Wheeler had no account at the bank.
Wheeler had planned the robbery carefully. He learned of a chemical which would render his face invisible. His whole plan hinged on the use of the chemical, so he devised a test. He purchased a small amount of the chemical and returned to his home. He carefully smeared the chemical on his face. His eyes teared up as a side effect of the chemical.

Wheeler looked straight into a Polaroid instant camera and pressed the button. The camera ejected a single instant photo. He shook the photo as to quicken the development process. Within seconds, an image began to appear. To his amazement, Wheeler did not appear in the photo. It only showed the wall behind him. He watched the photo for a short time and expected to see his image appear at any second. Wheeler never appeared in his test photo. With his new discovery, Wheeler would change the remainder of his life.

On the afternoon of January 6, Wheeler smeared the chemical on his face and headed toward the bank in the Swissvale borough. He wore gloves to ensure that he would leave no fingerprints, but he wore nothing to cover his face except the chemical. He carefully watched to see whether or not anyone looked at his face. Just as before, his eyes teared up. No one looked at him. Wheeler entered the bank brandishing a semiautomatic pistol. He ordered the teller to put all of the money in a bag. The teller complied. Wheeler glanced around the bank’s lobby and looked directly at the security cameras. Wheeler was unconcerned because his face was invisible. A minute or two later, Wheeler ran from the bank with a bag full of money. He had made his withdrawal.

The first bank robbery went so smoothly that Wheeler decided to try his luck with another bank. He drove for about twenty minutes until he reached a bank in the Brighton Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh. He smeared more of the chemical on his face just in case some of it had worn off. His actions in the Brighton Heights bank were essentially identical to those in the Swissvale borough bank. He had made another successful withdrawal.

Wheeler was euphoric. He had just robbed two banks and gotten away with it. As he drove, he watched his rear-view mirror for police cars. He watched side streets for policemen ready to pounce. He watched for roadblocks in front of him. He heard sirens and saw policemen heading toward the banks, but none of them paid Wheeler any attention. Not wanting to try for a third bank, Wheeler returned to his home in the city of McKeesport, Pennsylvania.

Wheeler watched the news that night and learned that detectives were searching for the robber whom witnesses described as being 5 feet 11 inches tall, about 275 pounds, and wearing a blue parka. He was relieved that the news segment did not include any photos or even a sketch artist’s image.
For days, Wheeler’s heart raced when he heard a siren in the distance or saw a policeman. January passed into February, February passed into March, and March passed into April. Wheeler thought he had pulled off two perfect bank robberies. For reasons unknown, Wheeler did not rob any other banks.

On April 19, Pittsburgh Crime Stoppers Inc. broadcast a segment on the two bank robberies during the 11 o’clock news and asked that anyone with any information contact their tip line. Within minutes of the broadcast Pittsburgh detectives received tips which identified Wheeler as the bank robber. Within an hour of the broadcast, detectives arrested Wheeler.

Still confident that he could persuade detectives of his innocence, Wheeler sat across from Sergeant Wally Long of the robbery squad in an interrogation room. He denied having any involvement in the robberies. Sergeant Long continued questioning Wheeler, but Wheeler was adamant that he was not their man. The detective explained that he had been identified from surveillance photos which were taken by security cameras at both banks. Wheeler assumed they were bluffing and continued to deny his involvement. Finally, Sergeant Long slid several photos across the table. Wheeler was in disbelief. He thumbed through several pictures which showed his face in perfect detail. “But I wore the [chemical]. I wore the [chemical]!”

Sergeant Long was puzzled by Wheeler’s response and asked him to explain what he meant. During his explanation, Wheeler inadvertently confessed to both bank robberies. He told of his learning about the chemical which would make him invisible, testing the chemical with the use of a polaroid camera, planning the bank robberies, and successfully pulling off the heists. Within months, Wheeler was convicted of bank robbery in federal court. Detectives were never able to fully explain how the photograph from the polaroid instant camera failed to capture Wheeler’s image. They surmised that he bumped the camera when he pressed the shutter button, which moved the camera just enough not to capture his image. The chemical Wheeler thought would render him invisible was nothing more than… lemon juice.

Arrests made in Jackson Parish from January 25th – January 31st

1. Keyaunte Jones (Toledo, OH) – Possession of Schedule I drug, Speeding
2. Abe Lynn Banks (Jonesboro, LA) – Aggravated second degree robbery
3. Donald L. Essmeier (Quitman, LA) – Theft, Simple Criminal Damage to Property 
4. Toby L. Pennington (Downsville, LA) – EOS Warrant, Criminal Trespass, Speeding
5. Aniya S. Qualls (Ruston, LA) – Possession of Schedule I & Schedule II drug,  Head Lamps  out, Bench Warrant, No Drivers License, No Insurance
6. Devone M. Mack (Chatham, LA) – Failure to use signal turn, Possession of Schedule I drug, Driving with      suspended license
7. Kintina D. Andrews (North Hodge, LA) – Resisting an officer, Unauthorized entry of inhabited dwelling,      Simple battery

Utilities, Inc. of Louisiana Joyce Water Supply is currently in violation of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for total trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids as set forth by the State [Part XII of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code (LAC 51:Xll)] and the Federal Primary Drinking Water Regulations (40 CFR Part 141).

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (LDHH) set drinking water standards and requires the disinfection of drinking water. Where disinfection is used in the treatment of drinking water, disinfectants combine with naturally occurring organic and inorganic matter present in water to form chemicals called disinfection byproducts (DBPs). EPA and LDHH set standards for controlling the levels of disinfectants and DBPs in drinking water, including trihalomethanes (THMs) and haloacetic acid (HAAs).

Some people who drink water containing THMs in excess of the MCL over many years may experience problems with their liver, kidneys, or central nervous system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Some people who drink water containing HAA5s in excess of the MCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer.

In December 1998, EPA set enforceable drinking water standards for TTHMs at 80 parts per billion (ppb) and for HAA5 at 60 parts per billion (ppb) to reduce the risk of cancer or other adverse health effects. Compliance with the TTHMs and HAA5 standards for public water systems servicing less than 10,000 individuals initially became effective and enforceable on January 1, 2004. Compliance with the TTHMs standard is determine by calculating a locational running annual average (LRRA) of quarterly TTHMs sample results. Compliance calculations performed for the fourth quarter of 2020 show that the system’s current TTHMs LRAAs are 95 ppb at sample location DBP01 – 6758 Hwy 84 and 94 ppb at sample location DBP02 – 340 Louisiana. Thus, the system is currently in violation of TTHMs standards.

Construction of the GAC (granulated activated charcoal) system has been completed and the filtration system is now online. The GAC system will assist with the reduction of TTHM and HAA5 concentrations. UIL has kept LDH informed of our progress.

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail. If you have any questions, contact the UIL Compliance Administrator at 985-893-6646 – Opt. 2.

This is not an emergency. If it had been, you would have been notified immediately. EPA and LDH do not consider this violation to have any serious adverse health effects on human health as a result of short-term exposure; however, continued long-term exposure to TTHMs and HAA5 levels above the standard (e.g., 20 years of exposure) has the potential to have serious adverse effects on human health.

Utilities, Inc. of Louisiana Paradise Point Water Supply is currently in violation of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for total trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids as set forth by the State [Part XII of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code (LAC 51:Xll)] and the Federal Primary Drinking Water Regulations (40 CFR Part 141).

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (LDHH) set drinking water standards and requires the disinfection of drinking water. Where disinfection is used in the treatment of drinking water, disinfectants combine with naturally occurring organic and inorganic matter present in water to form chemicals called disinfection byproducts (DBPs). EPA and LDHH set standards for controlling the levels of disinfectants and DBPs in drinking water, including trihalomethanes (THMs) and haloacetic acid (HAAs).

Some people who drink water containing THMs in excess of the MCL over many years may experience problems with their liver, kidneys, or central nervous system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Some people who drink water containing HAA5s in excess of the MCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer.

In December 1998, EPA set enforceable drinking water standards for TTHMs at 80 parts per billion (ppb) and for HAA5 at 60 parts per billion (ppb) to reduce the risk of cancer or other adverse health effects. Compliance with the TTHMs and HAA5 standards for public water systems servicing less than 10,000 individuals initially became effective and enforceable on January 1, 2004. Compliance with the TTHMs standard is determine by calculating a locational running annual average (LRRA) of quarterly TTHMs sample results. Compliance calculations performed for the fourth quarter of 2020 show that the system’s current TTHMs LRAAs are 83 ppb at sample location DBP01 – 119 Eden Drive. Thus, the system is currently in violation of TTHMs standards.

UIL will be installing by the end of February an automatic flush valve. The automatic flush valve will assist with the reduction of TTHM and HAA5 concentrations. UIL has kept LDH informed of our progress.

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail. If you have any questions, contact the UIL Compliance Administrator at 985-893-6646 – Opt. 2.

This is not an emergency. If it had been, you would have been notified immediately. EPA and LDH do not consider this violation to have any serious adverse health effects on human health as a result of short-term exposure; however, continued long-term exposure to TTHMs and HAA5 levels above the standard (e.g., 20 years of exposure) has the potential to have serious adverse effects on human health.

 

 

 

Keith Mitchell
March 5, 1942 – January 25, 2021

Mr. Keith Mitchell, age 78 of Quitman, died peacefully at his home Monday, January 25, 2021.  Mr. Mitchell was a retired timber cruiser and he was an avid hunter and would never pass on an opportunity to go fishing.  He loved to spend time with family and friends talking and sharing stories.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Waylon Mitchell Maroney & Ratana; step-daughters, Rhonda Baker, Sonya Andrews & Phillip, Kim Whitman & Michael, Linda Dark & Stacy; grandchildren, Alena Mitchell Maroney, Matthew Mitchell Maroney;a host of other grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Bruce Mitchell & Nita, Kerry Mitchell, Louise Martin, Glenda Davis, Kent Mitchell & Lee Ann; sister in law, Millie Mitchell.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar Willard & Pinkye Gertrude (Simpson) Mitchell; brother, Charles Mitchell, brother-in-law, John Martin.

Friends may visit with the family 10:30AM ~ 1:00PM Thursday, January 28, 2021 at the Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral services were held on Thursday, January 28th, at the Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro with Reverend Michael Whitman officiating.  Interment followed in the Fort Jesup Cemetery near Many, La. under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home. Serving the family as pallbearers was Josh Stringer, Joey Stringer, Wade Shoemaker, Connor Gibson, Gafe Gibson.

The family of Mr. Mitchell would like to extend a special thanks to his stepdaughter, Sonya Andrews, for all the time and love she put into taking care of him.   

Thomas Bryant
June 16, 2021 – January 13, 2021

Mr. Thomas Bryant, age 82, was born June 16, 1938, in Jonesboro, LA, and passed to his eternal reward on January 13, 2021, in Zachary, LA. “Poppa Tim” as he was affectionately known by those who loved him best, was a career hospital corpsman in the Navy.

He saw the world and enjoyed regaling his family with the many colorful adventures he experienced throughout his years of service. He was a self-taught barber, mechanic and horticulturist. This jack-of-all trades never minded imparting unsolicited advice upon anyone within ear shot, but you can guarantee that it would be full of wisdom and good intentions. Tim was always the first to lend a helping hand or loan a few dollars when times were hard. He was eccentric and strong and brave and crazy and smart and so, so good to all who knew him.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Louie Ellis Bryant, Sr. and Evie Brown Bryant; his brothers, Louie “L.E.” Bryant, Jr. and Troy Wayne Bryant; his son, Donald Wayne Bryant; and his beautiful wife, Caroline “Dianne” Bryant.

Left to cherish his memory is his sister, Sarah Bryant Culpepper; son, Timothy “Joe” Bryant; step daughters, Angie Johnston and husband Dan, Sherri Lloyd and husband Josh; grandchildren, Zachary Bryant, Angie Bryant and her children Sawyer and Avery, Tempest Brymer and husband Barry, Larry Ponder and wife Heather, Adam Ponder and wife Karyn, Amanda Rowley and husband Matt, Ashley Tisdale and husband Jeremy, Amber Williams and husband Michael, Alayna Sanders and husband Travis; as well a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A graveside service was held on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at McDonald Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Roy Simmons officiating.

Jaunita Honeycutt
May 25, 1932 – January 30, 2021

Ms. Juanita Honeycutt, age 88 of Bunkie, gained her heavenly reward on Saturday, January 30, 2021.  Juanita was a first rate mother, grandmother and was known by most as “Mother Nature”.  She was head of the beautification crew for Angola Corrections.  Her thumb was not green, her whole hand was.  She knew every flower and every plant and could tell you exactly what a plant was just by a slight description.  If she stood quietly in a yard she was planning a landscape and she could plan and arrange the most beautiful landscapes.  To know her was to love her and when she met you, you knew she loved you too.  She will be lovingly remembered as the #1 mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Winona Ramirez, John L. Ott, Michael L. Ott; grandchildren, Daniel P. Honeycutt, Delana Honeycutt, Edward Honeycutt, Christina Ott, Jennifer Ott, Alyssa Ott, Anthony Ott; 17 great grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren; sisters, Bonnie Duck (Wayne), Shirley Thomas; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband, David E. “Bud” Honeycutt; son, Leonard Don Ott; grandson, Jeremy Ott; great grandson, Dustin Honeycutt; parents, Leonard and Amee (Womack) Hunter; siblings, Margie Terrell, Arnold Hunter, Paul Hunter.

Friends may view on Thursday, February 4, 2021 in the chapel of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home from 10:30am until time of funeral service.  Her funeral service is set to begin at 1:00pm with Bro. Nathan Brecheen officiating.  Burial will take place in Springhill Cemetery under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.