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The Jackson Parish Police Jury Policy and Personnel along with the Project Committee will meet on Wednesday in the Nathanial Zeno Jr. Meeting Room of the Jackson Parish Administrative Building
located at 160 Industrial Drive in Jonesboro.

The two sessions will begin with the Policy and Pesonnel Committee of Regina Rowe (Chairman), Tarneshala Cowens and Amy Magee meeting at 12:00pm followed by the Project Committee comprised of Regina Rowe (Chairman), Tarneshala Cowens andLynn Treadway going into session at 12:45pm.

Agenda for each is below.

Policy and Personnel Committee

Discuss and make recommendations, if needed, on organizational charts for all department
Discuss and make recommendations, if needed, on job descriptions
Discuss and make recommendations on job openings, (posting for transfers, ads, interviews, etc.)

Project Committee

Discuss progress and, if needed action to be taken on Phase I of the courthouse relocations.
Discuss and, if necessary, make recommendations on Phase II of Courthouse relocations
Discuss and, if necessary, make recommendations on re-districting

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please
contact Brad Roller at (318) 259-5691 describing the assistance that is necessary.

It is possible that a quorum of the Police Jury may be in attendance at the meeting, but no
action of the Police Jury as a whole will be taken.

Didgeridoo Down Under and the “Snake Man” Terry Vanderventer will be at both branches of the Jackson Parish Library this Wednesday and Friday.  The Didgeridoo Down Under show will provide patrons with samples of Autralian music and culture through puppetry and comedy while the Snake Man will educate those in attendance about the different kinds of snakes in the world. 

The events begin on Wednesday with Didgeridoo Down Under giving shows at 10:00 am and 1:00pm at the Jonesboro Branch and ending with a 4:00pm performance at the Chatham Branch. The Snake Man will be at the Chatham Branch at 10:00am on Friday before coming to the Jonesboro Branch for a 2:00pm show.

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June 16th-22nd was designated across the nation as CNA Week, honoring the dedicated men and women Nurses Assistants. The 43rd annual event provided a timely opportunity to honor caregivers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic with the theme “Nursing Assistants: Creating a Community of Caring.”

Just what does a Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) do on a typical day? Generally, a CNA 1 is involved in most aspects of the patient’s daily care, from taking vitals, observing the intake and output of fluids, and completing information charts to feeding patients, assisting with personal hygiene, and helping transport a patient who has difficulty moving. 

In other words they take care of the patient whether it be in a hospital or long term care facility. 

Locally the Jackson Parish Hospital, Forest Haven Nursing Home and Mercy Medical Health Center honored the CNA’s on staff  by recoginzing those in their facilities for their continued passion to provide the best care around.  

You can view a video produced by Forest Haven honoring their CNA’s by clicking here.

See below for pictures of CNA’s at Mercy Medical and Jackson Parish Hospital.

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Close but no cigar! That best describes the results of the two games played by the Jackson Parish 12U Girls All Star team at the Little League District 5 Tournament held in Bossier City over the past weekend. 

In both games, a 25-21 loss to host Bossier in the first round and a 10-9 loss to Sterlington in the eliminatioin stage, JP12U jumped out to early leads only to see their chance at victory thwarted in the opponents final at bats. 

Bossier 25 Jackson Parish 21 – Nine walks and four base hits allowed host Bossier score 13 runs in the bottom of the fifth inning to reverse a 21-12 Jackson Parish lead and take the first round win despite the locals outhitting their host by an 18-10 margin. Carlynn Waters led JP12U at the plate with a stellar 5/5 performance that included a double and resulted in 4 RBI, 4 stolen bases and 3 runs scored. Breelyn Boone got two hits, including a triple, scored and knocked in three while Jaylin Williams (3 runs scored, 2 stolen bases), Avery Watson (2 RBI, 2 runs scored, stolen base) and Gabby Edwards (2 runs scored, 3 stolen bases), all got two hits apiece. 

Sterlington 10 Jackson Parish 9 – The 12U girls jumped out to a 3-0 lead and then rallied from a 9-7 deficit to tie the game in their final at bat but Sterlington scored in the bottom of the sixth to send the locals home with an early exit from district tourney play. Despite only getting three hits, Jackson Parish 12U made a game of it by utilizing a keen eye at the plate that resulted in 10 walks, including four by Breelyn Boone and three by Gabby Edwards who also got one of three singles given up by Sterlington pitching. Lily Jones got the other two hits and led the team with 3 RBI while Carlynn Waters and Boone both scored twice. 

Individual statistics from District 5 Tourney play (BOLD TYPE NDICATES TEAM LEADER)

NAME	AB	H	AVG	1B	2B	3B	HR	RBI	RS	BB
Gabby Edwards	3	3	1.000	3	0	0	0	1	3	5
Carlynn Waters	7	5	.857	4	1	0	0	4	5	1
Breelyn Boone	4	2	.500	1	0	1	0	3	5	7
Lily Jones	7	3	.429	3	0	0	0	5	3	2
Raeleigh Medaries	3	1	.333	1	0	0	0	2	1	3
Jade Cook	8	2	.250	2	0	0	0	0	3	1
Jaylin Williams	8	2	.250	2	0	0	0	1	4	3
Avery Watson	10	2	.200	2	0	0	0	3	2	0
Jaydn West	5	1	.200	1	0	0	0	2	2	0
Davynee Bearden	3	0	.000	0	0	0	0	0	1	0
Kinley Aldy	2	0	.000	0	0	0	0	0	1	1
TEAM	60	21	.350	19	1	1	0	21	30	23

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Soon neither scorching hot temperatures, cold weather, pouring rain or even ice and snow will be able to stop the Quitman High School baseball and softball players from taking their cuts. That is because the new indoor batting cage on the QHS campus will be complete. Already the outside shell has been completed with work now turning to the inside of the blue painted metal building. The construction of the facility was made possible through grant money received from the JSB / Pledge 10 Grant Program.

“We would like to thank Jonesboro State Bank for their contribution through the Pledge 10 Grant program,” said QHS softball coach Justin Dodson.

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Booking a cabin or campsite in a Louisiana State Park is now easier than ever with the new Go Outdoors Louisiana full service reservation system. The new system features a central reservation system, ability to purchase day use passes, a call center, and golf course management system.

The new online system – www.GoOutdoorsLouisiana.com – offers a streamlined reservation process requiring fewer clicks to book a cabin or campsite. In addition, 360-degree street-view maps with floating-campsite markers allow customers to visualize a campsite before booking.

“We needed a way to make it easier for families to get out and enjoy the beauty of our state parks, and this system provides a way for them to do just that. As we get into these summer months, and families are looking for those quick weekend getaways, it now easily accessible at their fingertips. They can enjoy the outdoors and make lasting memories without having to leave Louisiana,” said Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser.

Other new online enhancements include the ability to purchase annual passes, gift cards, and merchandise online. In addition, there is a dedicated call center staffed with representatives knowledgeable about the Louisiana State Park system, available to assist customers five days a week from 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

To reserve a cabin or campsite at a Louisiana State Park, go to www.GoOutdoorsLouisiana.com or call the reservation center at 1-833-609-0686. For more information about Louisiana’s State Parks and Historic sites, go to www.LaStateParks.com.

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On the morning of November 10, 1980, Daniel Irvin Jr.’s plane landed at O’Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois. With no one to pick him up from the airport, Daniel hailed a cab driven by 38-year-old Gene Phillips. Daniel asked Gene if he was familiar with Castlewood Terrace. Although Gene had been a taxi driver in Chicago for a dozen years, he replied that he did not know the street. In fairness, Castlewood Terrace was a block-long street in the prestigious Lakefront district. Daniel gave Gene directions to the location. “Go down the Kennedy [Expressway] to Lawrence. Go east on Lawrence, and Castlewood would come in between Marine Drive and Sheridan Road. They stowed Daniel’s luggage in the trunk and set off.

Gene followed Daniel’s directions – Kennedy Expressway to Lawrence, east on Lawrence, past Sheridan Road. As he passed Sheridan Road, Gene began looking for Castlewood Terrace. Daniel said it would be between Marine Drive and Sheridan. When they reached Marine Drive, Gene asked Daniel if he had seen the road. Daniel replied that he did not. Gene drove around the area looking for Castlewood Terrace. Finally, Gene said, “Look, I’ve got to be in the garage by 1 p.m. I’m not going to be able to drive around all day looking for it.” Gene’s leased cab had to be returned to the cab company by 1 p.m. or he would have to pay a penalty. Daniel asked Gene if he was trying to put him out of the cab. Gene explained that he was not putting him out but said he had limited time. As they drove, Daniel spotted a police car. Daniel said, “There’s a policeman. I think I might get out and just get in the police car.” Gene responded, “Do what you please, as long as you pay the fare.”

Gene pulled up alongside the police car and asked the policeman if he was near Castlewood Terrace. The policeman explained that they were just two blocks away from the location. Daniel had given Gene bad directions. Daniel decided to continue riding in the taxi with Gene. Within a couple of minutes, they arrived at the requested address. Daniel reached for his wallet and noticed that the driver’s cab license, which was required to be on display and visible to passengers, was missing. “Driver,” Daniel asked, “Where’s your license?” “Mister,” Gene replied, “will you give me my money? The fare is $12.55. Will you pay me?” Daniel said, “I’m not going to give you a thing until you produce a license.” “I’m going to ask you one more time,” the cab driver said, “Give me my money and get out of this cab.” Daniel replied, “I’m not going to pay you until you produce a license.”

Gene was fed up with Daniel. “I got a ticket, mister, and that’s really none of your business,” Gene explained, “but that’s why I don’t have the license there.” The policeman who gave Gene the ticket took his license to ensure that he would pay the fine. The ticket allowed Gene to continue driving his cab. Gene’s explanation was not good enough for Daniel. “I’ll tell you what,” Daniel said, “I’m not paying you. I’m getting out right now. Get my luggage.”

As Daniel reached for the door handle, Gene slammed on the gas pedal. “You won’t pay me?” Gene quipped, “When we stop a squad car, you’re gonna pay me.” The taxi sped down the luxurious street. The only recourse Gene, or any other taxi driver, had against people who refused to pay was to drive until he found a police officer. Taxi drivers could face charges if they physically confronted the person, kept the luggage, or followed him into a residence. As Gene sped through town looking for a policeman, Daniel stuck his head and shoulders out of the window of the car and yelled that he had been kidnapped. He threatened to jump out of the moving car. “Ok,” Gene said, “Jump and you don’t have to worry about paying the fare.” “This is kidnapping,” Daniel yelled. “I’ll make sure you never drive a cab again.” Daniel continued screaming out the window that he had been kidnapped.

Finally, Gene found a policewoman. He pulled the car over and tried to explain the situation. He assumed the policewoman would arrest the man just the same as other police officers had when the same scenario happened. To Gene’s surprise, the policewoman reached out and shook Daniel’s hand. People walking by stopped and did the same thing. Everyone seemed happy to meet Daniel. A passing ambulance saw the cop car, the taxi, and the large gathering of people, and pulled over because the ambulance crew thought someone had had an accident. Other officers arrived and greeted Daniel in the same manner. Gene was puzzled by their actions toward Daniel. Finally, a policeman asked if Gene was the cab driver. Gene only had enough time to reply “Yes,” and they placed him under arrest.

As Gene sat in a jail cell, he learned that Daniel was at the police station and wanted to pay the fare. Danial was adamant, however, that he would do everything in his power to ensure that Gene never drove a cab again. A spokesman for Daniel said, “It certainly is not [Daniel’s] intention for anyone to lose their job, but he is concerned that a similar incident may happen to someone else.”

In April of 1981, Daniel dropped charges against the Chicago cabbie. Through the entire event, Gene never recognized Daniel because he said he rarely watched television. Millions of people around the world knew and trusted Daniel. It was he, Daniel, who reported from Dallas in November 1963 on the John F. Kennedy assassination, gave regular reports on the Vietnam War, Richard Nixon’s presidency, the Watergate scandal, and Nixon’s resignation. The man who claimed Gene had kidnapped him when he refused to pay the $12.55 fare, was CBS news anchor Daniel Irvin “Dan” Rather.

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OMC SEEKING CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER –
Outpatient Medical Center (Natchitoches Headquarters) is looking for a fulltime CFO to join our leadership team and report to our CEO and Board of Directors. The CFO is responsible for fulfilling all financial and collections priorities/requirements of the organization and to effectively manage and direct assigned staff. Must be willing to join a new leadership team and continue improvements initiated over the past two years – necessary to rebuild an organization once seriously threatened financially.
A successful candidate will not only be knowledgeable but also an excellent communicator with the ability to clearly explain fiscal and budgetary matters to executives and policy-makers. Must be exceptionally organized, assure accuracy of reports and tasks, and meet deadlines in a proactive manner. A successful candidate will have a record of highly responsible CFO experience in a healthcare setting, managing and accounting for multiple grants and revenue sources. OMC will also consider progressively responsible candidates who have extensive FQHC experience with audits, budgeting, management reports, accounting, billing, and supervision.
Resumes are being accepted by email to hr@outpatientmedical.org. Confidential inquires may be made to the CEO, Dr. Mark Guidry, at 318-357-2055.

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To have your job opportunities, business services or items you have for sale listed or any Legal/Public Notices, Advertisements for Bid, Requests for Proposals and/or Quotes listed – send email to: jpjjacksonla@gmail.com

Help Wanted

Medical- L.P.N.s – $34.24/Hr. L.P.N.s are needed for LTC and Veteran’s care units in Jackson, LA. There is full-time scheduling available. 12-hour shifts are being offered. Fully employer-paid medical and dental. 401(k) with 6% employer contribution and immediate vesting. Call Genna at Worldwide Travel Staffing, 920-618-3939

Jackson Parish School Board – Multiple openings ranging from teaching positions, school nurse, bus drivers and paraprofessionals. To learn more contact the Jackson Parish School Board office at 318-259-4456. 

Boundary Solutions Inc. – Looking to hire an experienced, or trainable, Rodman. Previous experience as a draftsman is highly desired, but not required. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day tasks of survey projects, while working as a member of the survey crew, under the company’s Party Chief. This is a temporary to possible permanent position. For more information, please contact 318.259.2900. Interested candidates may email their resume to: boundary.pls@gmail.com

Crawfish Basket – Lookiing for reliable, energetic and courteous staff member to join our team. If this sounds like you, message us on Facebook. 

Business Services

Swimming Lessons / Water Aerobics: Limited spaces available. Certified Instructor that gives one on one attention. To sign up call Pamela Pipes at 318-533-2983

 

Quality Electrical & Controls Service: Over 60 years of combined Licensed and Certified experience in Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Control Panels, Electrical, HVAC and Inspections service. Located at 5039 Hwy 4 East, Jonesboro, LA. Contact: Billy Earl Wilhite: (318) 475-2403 or Richard Andrews: (318) 475-5136.  

Dirt Cheap Lawn Care, LLC: Licensed and Insured! Any type of lawn care work done at reasonable prices. For quotes or to schedule service call Owner – David Hammock at 318-533-7133 or go by 209 Talbot Street, Jonesboro, LA. “If you don’t look good, we don’t look good!”

Harris Yard Beautification Service: For all your lawn and landscaping needs contact Greg Harris at (318) 245-2349. Free estimates and professional service guaranteed. Based out of Chatham. 

Robinson Lawn Care: For all your residential or commercial lawn and landscaping. Fast and courteous service with professional results. Call Klint Robinson at 318-548-3038. Free estimates. 

For Sale:

Book – “100 year history of JHHS football” 

A year-by-year description of the first 100 years (1919-2019) of JHHS football. Included is summary of early beginnings, yearly results, rosters, updated team and individual records and a gallery of pictures. Perfect gift for that grandfather, father, son, grandson, brother, uncle or cousin who would enjoy remembering their “glory days”. Cost is $25.00 per book plus $3.00 shipping and handling. To order call (318) 480-1206 or send email to: jpjjacksonla@gmail.com

Commemorative Plates – Beautifully etched china plates commemorating Jonesboro-Hodge High School and Jackson Parish. To order contact Wilda Smith at (318)426-6511 or Barbara Johnson at (318) 450-5561.

PUBLIC NOTICES

SHERIFF’S SALE

COMMUNITY LOAN SERVICING, LLC,
A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
# 36802

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

JOHN A LINER AND LINER HOMES, LLC

By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court,
Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my
possession and will offer for sale for cash at the principal front door of the Courthouse, Jonesboro,
Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 3rd day of August, 2022. Between the hours governing judicial sales,
the following property to wit:

"BEGINNING AT THE SOUTH SIDE OF A PAVED HIGHWAY (JONESBORO-DANVILLE HIGHWAY) RIGHT OF WAY LINE AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE NORTH BOUNDARY LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER, SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE 4 VEST, AND RUN NORTH 50 DEGREES EAST A DISTANCE OF 100 FEET FOR THE STARTING POINT; THENCE RUN SOUTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERN BOUNDARY LINE OF LOT 2 OF P.C. LINDSEY PLAT AS RECORDED IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 64, PAGE 663, A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE JONESBORO- DANVILLE HIGHWAY A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERN BOUNDARY OF LOT 2 OF P,C. LINDSEY PLAT A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET TO THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF JONESBORO-
DANVILLE HIGHWAY; THENCE RUN SOUTHWESTERLY WITH SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET TO THE STARTING POINT, SITUATED IN JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA", SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RlGHTS-OF-W AY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY.
Seized as the property of the above named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all
cost, sale to be made for cash with WITHOUT the benefit of appraisal.

ANDY BROWN, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

PUBLIC HEARING AND MEETING NOTICE

Sheriff Andy Brown will adopt his Amended Budget for the fiscal year July 1,2021-June 30,2022 and Proposed Budget for July 1,2022-June 30,2022, as well as adopt the Millage Rate for the Law Enforcement District for 2022. A Public Hearing will be held for interested parties on June 27,2022 at 10:00A.M., followed by a Public Meeting, in the Sheriff’s Office, 150 Old Winnfield Road, Jonesboro, La. Any interested parties may inspect same at the Sheriff’s Office, between 8:00A.M.-4:00P.M. Monday through Friday.
Andy Brown, Sheriff
Jackson Parish
June 24,2022

The Jackson Parish Police Jury will hold their regularly scheduled monthly meeting this Tuesday, June 21st, at 5:30pm at the Dr. Charles H. Garrett Community Center, located at 182 Industrial Drive in Jonesboro. A special portion of the session will be the recognition of the Municipality and Police Jury District winners of the Clean Up Day that took place on June 4th. For full agenda see below.

AGENDA

Call to Order
Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comments
Approve Minutes
1. Adopt the minutes of the May 17, 2022 Jury Meeting, monthly purchase orders, and the payment of all bills
Approve Committee Reports:
Road Committee
2. Adopt the minutes of the June 7th Road Committee meeting
3. Consider and act on the committee’s recommendation to fence the Chatham Road Barn yard to alleviate concerns of liability and theft along with added protection of equipment.
Management Reports
4. OEP Director Report – Mr. Brad Roller
5. Operations Manager Report – Mr. Brad Roller
6. Road Superintendent Report – Mr. Jody Stuckey
a. Accept the Emergency/Off-Schedule Report
7. Solid Waste Superintendent Report – Mr. Robin Sessions
Other Business
8. Engineering Report – Mr. Paul Riley, The Riley Co. of Louisiana
a. Discuss temporary closure of Mosswood Road.
9. Introduce Credit Card Ordinance 01-0719-2022 to establish a service charge/convenience fee on credit card transactions
10. Consider and act on adopting the 2022 Jackson Parish Museum and Fine Arts Association budget
11. Introduce Ordinance 02-07192022 establishing funding for the Jackson Parish Museum and
Fine Arts Association for 2022
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13. Discuss and take action on roads that were tabled during the April 19, 2022 meeting
a. Henderson Road
b. Quail Ridge Road
c. C. Osborne Road
14. Recognize winners from the June 4, 2022 Jackson Parish Cleanup Day
a. 1st Prize winner – Municipality
b. 2nd Prize winner – Municipality
c. 1st Prize winner – Police Jury District
d. 2nd Prize winner – Police Jury District
15. Consider and act on Parish Board Appointments
Announcements & Notifications
Juror Comments
Adjourn

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If you had to give a description of the first round action of the JP8U and 10U Little League All Stars in the District 5 girls softball tournament that was played this past Friday a moniker, call it the Bossier City Blowout! You could also call it the Destruction of DeSoto! Both teams rolled to easy wins with the 10U team winning by an 18-3 score and the 8U girls waltzing to a 23-3 victory.

The JP12U girls team was also in action in Bossier City on Friday night and both the 7U and 8U boys teams played in Alexandria. Due to publicizing time restrictions final game results was not available. Full coverage of these three opening round games as well as complete tournament results for all games played over the weekend for the five teams in action will be in the Jackson Parish Journal Wednesday edition. 

JP10U 18 DeSoto Parish 3

The 10U All Stars was the first to prove the Piney Woods power potential when they scored 11 runs in the bottom of the first inning on the way to an 18-3 dispatching of DeSoto Parish in just three innings. Coaches Trevor Hall, Kirsten Gray and Patrick Staggs couldn’t have asked for a better total team effort. Naturally when a team gets 12 hits in 19 official at bats, have 13 more reach base via a walk or getting hit by pitch, steals 14 bases and scores 18 runs in just three innings there were some outstanding efforts that deserve special mention. In no speciall order……..

Rachel Bandy – Both her hits went for extra bases (2B, HR) in the only two times she stepped to the plate leading to two runs scored and four RBI. As the winning pitcher she did not allow a hit and recorded strikeouts for every out made in her two innings of work.

Kynleigh Leach – Reached base in all four at bats by drawing three walks and getting a hit. Scored four runs, stole three bases and knocked one in.  

Teegan Hall – Three hits in three at bats, scored three run. stole two bases and added two RBI’s.

Ella Simonelli – Went deuces wild with two walks, two runs scored and two stolen bases. 

Anna Phelps – Reached base all four times via a hit, getting hit and two walks. Add two runs scored and two RBI.

Gracie Gray – Led team with four hits in four at bats that led to four RBI. Throw in two stolen bases and a run scored.

Tessa Reeves –  Two stolen bases, two runs scored and two knocked in following a hit and a walk.

Charleigh Newton – Got hit by a pitch twice, stole two bases, scored a run and knocked one in.

The victory set up a Saturday matchup against Sterlington. Scores and recaps of this and remaining tournament games will be in the Wednesday edition of the Jackson Parish Journal.

TEAM	1	2	3	R	H	E
DeSoto Parish 10U	0	1	2	3	2	0
Jackson Parish 10U	11	5	2	18	12	1

WP – Bandy LP- Laynie
2B – Bandy, Gray
HR – Bandy
RBI – Bandy 4, Gray 4, Hall 2, Reeves 2, Phelps 2, Newton, Staggs, Leach
RS – Leach 4, Hall 3, Simonelli 2, Bandy 2, Phelps 2, Reeves 2, Gray, Newton, Canerday
SB – Leach 3, Newton 2, Hall 2, Reeves 2, Simonelli 2, Gray 2 Canderday

JP8U 23 DeSoto Parish 3 

Katie Keiffer opened the game with a home run before adding two triples, Ryan Kate Wyatt smacked three doubles and Adeline Anderson hit a double and a triple to lead a powerful offensive onslaught in the 8U Coach Pitch opening round. Brelaina Hall, Ashlyn Petre, and Elliot Savage also all got three hits off of pitching coach Justin Wyatt while Presley Carpenter, Lizzie Sullivan and Charlee Mauthe got two hits each. 

The team total came to 26 hits with five more reaching base by errors. All 13 players scored at least one run led by three each by Keiffer, Petre and Savage. Keiffer also added four RBI followed closely by Anderson and Carpenter with three each. 

All thirteen players went to the plate in the first inning as JP8U took a commanding 9-0 lead. Twelve more runs were added in the second as 16 players stepped to plate that blew the game open. 

TEAM	1	2	3	R	H	E
DeSoto Parish	0	2	1	3	2	5
Jackson Parish	9	12	2	23	26	2

2B – Wyatt 3, Carpenter, Anderson, Hall
3B – Keiffer 2, Anderson, McCormick
HR – Keiffer
RBI – Keiffer 4, Anderson 3, Carpenter 3, Wyatt 2, Hall 2, Bougues, Mauthe, Savage, Aldy
RS – Keiffer 3, Petre 3, Savage 3, Wyatt 2, Anderson 2, Carpenter 2, Mauthe 2, Aldy, McCormick, Hall, Sullivan, Parks, Bougues

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The Jackson Parish School Board is holding a Special Called Meeting at 9:00am this Monday, June 20th at the Jackson Parish School District Central Office located at 315 Pershing Highway in Jonesboro. See below for agenda items to be discussed.

Consider accepting low quote of $11,686.00 from Southern Concepts for twenty (20) new
Jorgenson Gladiator lockers for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid from Jonesboro
District funds.

Consider approving payment to Risk Services of Louisiana in the amount of $ 325,139.38 for
the renewal of the 2022-2023 Insurance for Property, to be paid from the General Fund.

Consider approving payment to Risk Services of Louisiana in the amount of $ 174,217.00 for
the renewal of the 2022-2023 PCAL General Liability, to be paid from the General Fund.

Consider approving payment to Risk Services of Louisiana in the amount of $ 60,280.00 for
the renewal of 2022-2023 Excess Workers Compensation for 2022-2024 (2 years), to be paid
from the General Fund.

Consider approving payment to Risk Services of Louisiana in the amount of $ 1,472.00 for the
renewal of the 2022-2023 Student Accident & Catastrophic, to be paid from the General Fund.

Presentation of the General Fund Budget and Special Revenue Fund Budget for the 2022-
2023 fiscal year.

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Jackson Parish Sheriff Andy Brown will be adopting his amended budget for the fiscal year July 1,2021 – June 30, 2022 and his proposed budget for the fiscal year for the July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023. A Public Hearing will be held for interested parties on June 27, 2022 at 10:00am in the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office located at 150 Old Winnfield Road in Jonesboro. Any interested parties may inspect same at the Sheriff’s Office between 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday.

A host of employment opportunities are available with the Jackson Parish School System as of June 17, 2022. A listing of positions available are shown below. For questions regarding position qualifications or application procedures, contact the Jackson Parish School Board at 318-259-4456.

Job Openings

5th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher – Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School
3rd Grade Math Teacher – Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School
3rd Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher – Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School
Ag Teacher – Jonesboro-Hodge High School
7th Grade Math Teacher – Quitman High School
Band Director/Music Teacher – Jonesboro-Hodge High School
7th-12th Grade Social Studies Teacher – Weston High School
Paraprofessional – Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School
School Nurse – Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School
Substitute Teachers – Jackson Parish School Board
Bus Drivers/Substitute Drivers – Jackson Parish School Board

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For seven residents of Jackson Parish in one sense a major leg in their journey of life is complete. In another it is just beginning. For each, the thrill of receiving their diploma on May 21st, commemorating the completion of their undergraduate studies during spring quarter graduation at Louisiana Tech, is something that is well deserved and will always be looked upon with great pride and admiration.

2022 Louisiana Tech Spring Quarter Graduates

Larkin Michele McBride (Chatham) – Bachelor of Science
Lexi B McBride (Chatham) – Bachelor of Science
Zachary Frazier (Jonesboro) – Bachelor of Arts
Erika Medrano (Jonesboro) – Bachelor of Arts
Landon Richard Rawson (Jonesboro) – Bachelor of Science Computer Science
Caitlyn Brooke Waters (Jonesboro) – Bachelor of Science
Alyssa D Huddleston (Quitman) – Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering

 

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Disclaimer –The opinion and views expressed in all “|Letter to the Editor” submittals are solely the letter writers own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions, views or beliefs of the staff of the Jackson Parish Journal.

Letter to the Editor
Submitted by Denesha Ross
Thursday, June 16

On Saturday, June 11, 2022 Addarren “Lil Snupe” Ross 27th birthday was celebrated. So much controversy circled around this event causing such a stressful planning. Lies and miscommunication caused a division leaving some to feel their lives may have been in danger. Politics played a major part of the division.

Humans can be inconsiderate attimes. Do anyone stop to think, it’s a grieving mother who put this event together inattempt to celebrate her son who isn’t alive?” Due to the inconsideration and disrespect this year’s event was The Grand Finale.

Lil Snupe is known worldwide. It isn’t that serious to fuss with anyone about celebrating him, it did make more sense for him to be celebrated in his home town unfortunately it is always something when it comes to Jonesboro. This event was never about an approval needed. The mayor was not left to make a decision. The ruckus came from the value of a dollar. Everyone was focused on who would make money. No love shown at all. There was too many two face people involved playing both sides during the whole process.

Never the less, Lil Snupe’s Birthday Celebration was a success. The children got the chance to play as kids. Many traveled from other states & areas with one focus, to celebrate Lil Snupe. His mother Denesha would like to thank everyone involved who helped with this year’s event. The highlight of this event was the firework show which was real emotional, the sky was lit while Lil Snupe’s song “ NODODY” ft Meek Mill played. When God is in charge the enemy cannot succeed.

Monday, June 20th will be the 9th year since Addarren Ross transitioned. The celebration of his birthday only last briefly being his was murdered only 7 days later. The reality is many lost Lil Snupe while his family deals with losing Addarren. The legacy of Lil Snupe will forever continue worldwide. Farewell Jonesboro. #LongLiveSnupe

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It was a long time ago, 25 years or so at least, when I first heard about a bass fishing lure that was creating quite a stir among anglers. I wanted to know more so I found out who was creating these lures, got in touch with them and eventually ended up in a boat on Black Bayou Lake with one of the owners, Jerry Church, who introduced me to the Wobblehead, an odd looking but popular bass catcher.

Most fishing lures have an array of features that make them popular with bass anglers. Not so for the original Wobblehead which simply consists of a curved piece of metal with a hook attached and a plastic worm skewered on the hook. That was it and you had to wonder how the heck could this simple contraption catch bass. When you cast it out and slowly reel it in, the side-to-side motion on the retrieve exactly mimics a small snake swimming along the surface, a tasty morsel for a hungry bass. 

The company has changed hands a couple of times down through the years and the current owner for the past six years is area bass fishing pro, Jim Dillard. Since assuming ownership of Wobblehead lures Dillard has made some improvements in the original design that not only enhances the performance of the lure, it is more effective as a bass catcher.

“The current design we have come up with keeps the curved metal part basically the same but we have improved the hook design to give it more action. Whereas the original hooks
were solidly attached to the metal head, the hooks we have come up with feature a free swinging
design that gives the lure more action,” said Dillard.

Wobbleheads have always been a great warm to hot weather lure because this is when baby snakes are more active.

“I have come up with a ’58 to 58’ code for fishing a Wobblehead,” Dillard continued. “When the water temperature reaches 58 in spring until it drops to 58 in the fall, this period in between is when the lure is most effective.”

With the majority of bass fishing lures, certain techniques are usually called for in order to make a lure suspend, rip the surface or hang motionless. What makes the Wobblehead different and so popular is that the method of fishing it is as simple as they come.

“Cast it out next to a tree, stump, log or bed of grass and reel it in real slow so you can see the lure as it slithers along wagging side to side just like a baby snake. You might want to pause in your retrieve for a second or two letting it sink a but before reeling again. Just try whatever works best for you and the mood of the bass you’re after,” he added.

Another important thing to remember when fishing a Wobblehead is what to do when a fish takes the lure.

“Use a delayed hook set. If you rare back on the rod the second you feel a hit, you’ll likely bring in the lure with half a worm. When a fish takes the lure, don’t set the hook until you see the fish swimming off with it,” Dillard said.

The red metal slab with a natural colored straight tailed worm is still the most popular combination but the company has a variety of other colors of the slab and worms that work.

“Black has also been a good color for the slab and the color of worm you attach depends on what the fish want on any particular day. Sometimes even chartreuse seems to be what they prefer,” he added.

To find out more about one of the most popular lures produced here in north Louisiana, check out www.wobbleheadlures.com.

FISHING REPORT

CANEY LAKE – Crappie are around the deeper tops in 17-18 foot water and have been fair on shiners and jigs. Some bass to around 7 pounds have been caught fishing soft plastics around
channel drops and humps. Some are also being caught at night around the lights on dark colored
spinners or soft plastics. Bream fishing is still fairly good around the lake on crickets or worms.
No report on catfish. For information contact Hooks Marina at 249-2347, Terzia Tackle at 278- 4498 or the Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
BLACK BAYOU – Bream and crappie fishing is still fair to good around the trees and bushes. No report on bass. Contact Honey Hole Tackle Shop 323-8707 for latest information.
OUACHITA RIVER – Some nice bass in the 5 to 6 pound range were caught last week during the Ronald McDonald tournament. Fishing has slowed this week because the river is on a rise but should improve once water level becomes stable. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
LAKE D’ARBONNE – Bass fishing has been best early mornings on topwater lures and after the sun comes up, soft plastics and spinners are working better. Areas producing the best catches have been up Corney Creek. Crappie fishing has slowed a bit with most caught on shiners or jigs on the edges of the channels. Bream are still fair to good fishing worms and crickets around shallow beds. Catfish are still biting cold worms fished off the banks. For latest reports, call Anderson’s Sport Center at 368-9669 or Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
LAKE CLAIBORNE – Bream are still hanging around shallow beds and fishing is fair to good on crickets and worms. Crappie fishing has been best fishing around the lighted piers at night using shiners with some really nice sized fish being caught around deep brush on shiners or jigs. Bass have been best fishing around and under the boat docks on soft plastics. No report on catfish. For latest information, call Misty at Kel’s Cove at 331-2730 or Terzia Tackle at 278-4498.
LAKE POVERTY POINT –Bream and catfish have been good while bass and crappie are slow to fair. For latest reports, call Poverty Point Marina at 318/878-0101.
LAKE ST. JOHN – Catfishing is good, bream fishing is fair while crappie and bass are slow. For information, call Ken Mahoney at 318-201-3821.
LAKE YUCATAN – The water continues on a slow fall and fishing is improving. Lots of catfish and barfish have been caught with the crappie bite improving. Bass are slow. For information, call Surplus City Landing at 318/467-2259.

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Jackson Parish LIbrary (JPL) Director, Floyd Knox, has announced that the regularly scheduled monthly board meeting that was set for Monday, June 20th has been rescheduled for the following Monday, June 27th. The session will take place at 4:30pm in the McBride Room of the JPL – Jonesboro Branch.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Floyd Knox at (318) 259-5697.

Jackson Parish Library Activities at Chatham Branch 

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After winning the Youth Male Open championship at the Scholastic 3-D Archery (S3DA) Shoot held on June 11th at the North Caddo Shooting Club in Moorignsport, LA, Easton Hall has been S3DA Youth Male Open Shooter of the Year.

Scholastic 3-D Archery partners with the U.S. Collegiate Archery Association and USA Archery to ensure students a natural progression of the sport. These partners allow colleges across the nation to see the potential S3DA archers can bring to their archery programs. Students in S3DA have the opportunity to earn college scholarships based on their performance at S3DA events, regardless at a local, regional, state or national level. S3DA National events for 2019 saw students walk away with over $25 million in college scholarships, which does not event take into account the local, regional or state competitions across the nation.

Students participating in S3DA events are also being taught about fair chase and ethical bowhunting, as well as wildlife conservation. S3DA has seen students learn these skills and go on to be avid hunters, along with their families. These students are developing a lifelong love for not only archery, but also bowhunting, and they are doing so by learning the best practices and taking care of the wildlife and environment in the process

 

 

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Today we’ll continue to look back at the history of bass fishing by looking at the 60’s and 70’s, which might be considered the most significant period of bass fishing history. This was without a doubt a time in which bass fishing was taken to another level. It was during this time that the greatest names in bass fishing made their mark. It was a time that the sport became something an angler could actually make a living doing. Anglers that became household names and legends were Roland Martin, Bill Dance, Ricky Green, Tommy Martin, Larry Nixon, Rick Clunn, and too many more to mention here in one writing.

We’ll start with the 1960’s, where in 1967 Tom Mann introduced the Jelly Worm which is still one of the most popular and best-selling soft plastic worms ever. That same year, the late Ray Scott hosted his first fishing tournament (The All-American Invitational) at Beaver Lake Arkansas and announced that bass fishing would become a major league sport. Just so you know…Bill Dance caught the very first bass one minute after the tournament started. The following year, 1968, Ray Scott created the B.A.S.S. (Bass Angler Sportsman Society) to unite America’s bass anglers and elevate the sport. B.A.S.S membership has grown from a little over 100 anglers in 1968 to more than 600,000 today! One more thing happened in 1968 as well… Bill Dance hosted his first television series dedicated to bass fishing, “Bill Dance Outdoors,” on ABC affiliate in Memphis, Tennessee.

The 1970’s was when bass fishing really took off. A man by the name of Johnny Morris borrowed $10,000 from his father and stocked a few shelves in the family liquor store with bass tackle. Three years later, the first mail order catalog was sent out. You might have heard of this store, Bass Pro Shops…now an empire! Johnny now owns Ranger Boats, Triton Boats, and Cabela’s. He has done more for the fishing

world and conservation than any other human alive today. In 1972, Ray Scott once again made his mark by starting a nationwide campaign called “Catch & Release” which was adopted by pretty much all tournaments across the country and is still practiced today.

Let’s stay in the 70’s, as a company by the name of Mister Twister burst onto the bass fishing scene with the introduction of the first curly tail worm. This was the first soft plastic worm that had built-in action which fish could not resist. Then in 1973, Don Butler recognized that with “catch & release” tournaments anglers needed better live wells. So, he designed and filed a patent for the first live well that was put into a bass boat.

As you can see, the 1970’s were truly the golden years of bass fishing. Tournaments, bait designs and some of the greatest names to ever wet a hook came from this era. Next week, we’ll look at the 80’s and 90’s where things really heated up for bass fishing. Till next week, good luck, good fishing and when in doubt….set the hook!

Steve Graf – Owner/Co-host
Hook’N Up & Track’N Down Show &
Tackle Talk Live

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OMC SEEKING CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER –
Outpatient Medical Center (Natchitoches Headquarters) is looking for a fulltime CFO to join our leadership team and report to our CEO and Board of Directors. The CFO is responsible for fulfilling all financial and collections priorities/requirements of the organization and to effectively manage and direct assigned staff. Must be willing to join a new leadership team and continue improvements initiated over the past two years – necessary to rebuild an organization once seriously threatened financially.

A successful candidate will not only be knowledgeable but also an excellent communicator with the ability to clearly explain fiscal and budgetary matters to executives and policy-makers. Must be exceptionally organized, assure accuracy of reports and tasks, and meet deadlines in a proactive manner. A successful candidate will have a record of highly responsible CFO experience in a healthcare setting, managing and accounting for multiple grants and revenue sources. OMC will also consider progressively responsible candidates who have extensive FQHC experience with audits, budgeting, management reports, accounting, billing, and supervision.

Resumes are being accepted by email to hr@outpatientmedical.org. Confidential inquires may be made to the CEO, Dr. Mark Guidry, at 318-357-2055.

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To have your job opportunities, business services or items you have for sale listed or any Legal/Public Notices, Advertisements for Bid, Requests for Proposals and/or Quotes listed – send email to: jpjjacksonla@gmail.com

Help Wanted

Medical- L.P.N.s – $34.24/Hr. L.P.N.s are needed for LTC and Veteran’s care units in Jackson, LA. There is full-time scheduling available. 12-hour shifts are being offered. Fully employer-paid medical and dental. 401(k) with 6% employer contribution and immediate vesting. Call Genna at Worldwide Travel Staffing, 920-618-3939

Jackson Parish School Board – Multiple openings ranging from teaching positions, school nurse, bus drivers and paraprofessionals. To learn more contact the Jackson Parish School Board office at 318-259-4456. 

Boundary Solutions Inc. – Looking to hire an experienced, or trainable, Rodman. Previous experience as a draftsman is highly desired, but not required. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day tasks of survey projects, while working as a member of the survey crew, under the company’s Party Chief. This is a temporary to possible permanent position. For more information, please contact 318.259.2900. Interested candidates may email their resume to: boundary.pls@gmail.com

Business Services

Swimming Lessons / Water Aerobics: Limited spaces available. Certified Instructor that gives one on one attention. To sign up call Pamela Pipes at 318-533-2983

 

Quality Electrical & Controls Service: Over 60 years of combined Licensed and Certified experience in Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Control Panels, Electrical, HVAC and Inspections service. Located at 5039 Hwy 4 East, Jonesboro, LA. Contact: Billy Earl Wilhite: (318) 475-2403 or Richard Andrews: (318) 475-5136.  

Dirt Cheap Lawn Care, LLC: Licensed and Insured! Any type of lawn care work done at reasonable prices. For quotes or to schedule service call Owner – David Hammock at 318-533-7133 or go by 209 Talbot Street, Jonesboro, LA. “If you don’t look good, we don’t look good!”

Harris Yard Beautification Service: For all your lawn and landscaping needs contact Greg Harris at (318) 245-2349. Free estimates and professional service guaranteed. Based out of Chatham. 

Robinson Lawn Care: For all your residential or commercial lawn and landscaping. Fast and courteous service with professional results. Call Klint Robinson at 318-548-3038. Free estimates. 

For Sale:

Book – “100 year history of JHHS football” 

A year-by-year description of the first 100 years (1919-2019) of JHHS football. Included is summary of early beginnings, yearly results, rosters, updated team and individual records and a gallery of pictures. Perfect gift for that grandfather, father, son, grandson, brother, uncle or cousin who would enjoy remembering their “glory days”. Cost is $25.00 per book plus $3.00 shipping and handling. To order call (318) 480-1206 or send email to: jpjjacksonla@gmail.com

Commemorative Plates – Beautifully etched china plates commemorating Jonesboro-Hodge High School and Jackson Parish. To order contact Wilda Smith at (318)426-6511 or Barbara Johnson at (318) 450-5561.

PUBLIC NOTICES

SHERIFF’S SALE

COMMUNITY LOAN SERVICING, LLC,
A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
# 36802

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

JOHN A LINER AND LINER HOMES, LLC

By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court,
Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my
possession and will offer for sale for cash at the principal front door of the Courthouse, Jonesboro,
Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 3rd day of August, 2022. Between the hours governing judicial sales,
the following property to wit:

"BEGINNING AT THE SOUTH SIDE OF A PAVED HIGHWAY (JONESBORO-DANVILLE HIGHWAY) RIGHT OF WAY LINE AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE NORTH BOUNDARY LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER, SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE 4 \VEST, AND RUN NORTH 50 DEGREES EAST A DISTANCE OF 100 FEET FOR THE STARTING POINT; THENCE RUN SOUTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERN BOUNDARY LINE OF LOT 2 OF P.C. LINDSEY PLAT AS RECORDED IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 64, PAGE 663, A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE JONESBORO- DANVILLE HIGHWAY A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERN BOUNDARY OF LOT 2 OF P,C. LINDSEY PLAT A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET TO THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF JONESBORO-
DANVILLE HIGHWAY; THENCE RUN SOUTHWESTERLY WITH SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET TO THE STARTING POINT, SITUATED IN JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA", SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RlGHTS-OF-W AY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY.
Seized as the property of the above named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all
cost, sale to be made for cash with WITHOUT the benefit of appraisal.

ANDY BROWN, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

Anna Grace Howard
July 11, 1932 – June 17, 2022

Anna Grace (Henson) Howard, age 89 of Quitman, made her way through the gates of Heaven on Thursday, June 16, 2022.  Anna Grace married her beloved husband, Frank in 1949 and they shared 63 wonderful years together.   She loved the Lord and her family above everything and was the greatest Momma anybody could have.  She had many hobbies and talents.  Anna Grace was blessed with a green thumb which she used to create green houses and beautiful gardens.  She found joy in selling her pretty flowers that she grew.  She was also blessed with and doted on a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren that she absolutely adored.

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Teddy Howard and wife Bonnie, Randy Howard and wife Joan, Mickey Howard and wife Lisa; grandchildren, Adam Howard, Daniel Howard, Chris Howard, Tony Howard, Brian Howard, Kyle Howard, Ethan Howard, Tyler Howard, Heather Garcia, Ashlyn Harvey; numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; siblings, Katherine Ambrose, Paul Henson, Maudie Thomas; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Howard, JR.; son, Eddie Wayne Howard; grandson, Joshua Lee Howard; parents, Andrew Newton and Mattie Pearl (Holloway) Henson; siblings, Gloria Woods, Lester Henson, Connie Jennings.

Friends may visit on Monday, June 20, 2022 in the chapel of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home from 10:00AM until time of services.  Funeral services are set to begin at 11:00AM with Reverend Stuart Toms officiating.  Burial will follow in Antioch Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.

John William Terrell
July 20, 1965 – June 15, 2022

John William Terrell, age 56 of Jonesboro, passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. He was known as a big practical joker and a very compassionate, friendly person. He loved fishing in his spare time, but he was most fond of Rock-N-Roll music and horror movies.

John leaves behind his wife of thirty-eight years, Ora Rodgers; children, Robyn Terrell, John Terrell, Jr., Steven Terrell, and Caroline Auttonberry and husband David; seven sisters; two brothers; an aunt, Pat Osbrooks; and good friend, Billy Marcus.

He was preceded in death by his father, Mitchell Elton Terrell; mother, Robbie Terrell; sister, Susan Terrell; and his biological mother, Jerry Osbrooks.

Funeral service were held on Saturday, June 18th at the Southern/Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro. Burial followed at the Garden of Memories in Jonesboro under the direction of Southern/Edmonds Funeral Home.

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