Want a chance to help your community while also earning money? Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Laura Humble announces that the yearly General Commissioners School will be held at 5:00 pm on Thursday, September 25th, in the Multi-Purpose Room of the Jonesboro Branch of the Jackson Parish Library.
If you came to the General Commissioner certification class last August or September of 2024 and were certified, you DO NOT need to attend this class, as this is for new people only.
The annual Youth Basketball League, conducted by the Jackson Parish Recreation Department (JPRD), is now accepting registrations for girls and boys aged 5 to 14 for the upcoming season scheduled to begin on December 6th and run through February 21st.
The cost to sign up is $53.00 per player until October 3rd, with any registrations coming after that date costing an additional $10..00 per person. Registration can be submitted at the Main Office of the JPRD, located at 5254 Hwy 4 East or by going to the JPRD website listed at http://www.jprec.org. The QR code (shown below) can also be used. For questions or more information call (318) 243-7251.
Come and show your support for the 2025-26 girls and boys varsity basketball teams and cheerleaders at Weston High School when they will be introduced at Red & White Night scheduled to be held at 6:00 pm on Thursday, September 25th.
Admission is $7.00, and concessions will be available as the varsity girls and boys teams will play an intersquad scrimmage with all members from both teams and the cheerleaders being individually recognized in between the games.
The Student/Athletes of the Week for September 21-27 from Jonesboro-Hodge, Quitman, and Weston High Schools have been selected. Sponsored by the Jackson Parish Hospital and chosen by members of the faculty and staff of each institution, the award recognizes an outstanding student/athlete for their academic achievements and athletic accomplishments.
Earning accolades this week are Ella Simonelli from the Quitman Junior High School girls basketball team, Rachel Bandy, a member of the Weston Junior High girls basketball team, and Braylen Jones, who is a Sophomore on the JHHS football team.
Join the Jackson Parish Hospital and the Jackson Parish Journal as we congratulate and applaud these athletes for their dedication and achievements in the classroom and through their athletic endeavors!
With bragging rights on the line for who would win the season series between Quitman and Weston Junior High, Ellas Simonelli drained a late three-pointer to pace QJH to a thrilling 35-32 victory.
The win gave the Lady Wolverines a 3-2 advantage in the season series and upped the season record to 13-3. Weston saw their nine-game winning streak come to an end and fell to 11-4 on the year.
Both teams struggled to find the range all night long due to intense defensive pressure on both ends of the court. Quitman managed to make only 13-49 shots for a 27% field goal percentage (fgp) while Weston fared even worse, making only 10 or 58 shots for a 17% average. The Lady Wolves kept it close all game though thanks to a sterling 12 of 16 effort from the free throw line.
The game was tied at 30-30, the fifth time the score had been evened in the second half, when Simonelli popped open and drained her second trey of the contest, to give Quitman a 33-30 lead. Weston gamely clawed to within one on a pair of free throws leading to Audrina Martin sinking a pair of crucial free throws to up the lead to to the final 35-32 score as Weston missed a potential tying three pointer at the end.
Simonelli led the Lady Wolverines in scoring with 11 points followed closely behind by Kynleigh Leach who also reached “double digits” with 10 points. Martin scored 7 points in the contest with Bella Caskey finishing with 4 points and pulling down a team high 10 rebounds. Amelia Staggs chipped in with three points to round out the QJH scoring.
| TEAM | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | FINAL |
| Quitman (13-3) | 9 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 35 |
| Weston (11-4) | 8 | 6 | 11 | 7 | 32 |
Bryce Tolar exploded for 7 of his season high 9 points in the first quarter and Colton Otwell hit a pair of three pointers for 6 of his 8 points scored in the contest to help Weston jump out to a commanding 15-3 lead on the way to the Wolves 19th straight victory this season without a loss. The loss was Quitman’s fifth of the season to their Jackson Parish rival and dropped the Wolverines overall record to 6-7 on the year. Eli Henderson also added 8 points, Leighton Younse 7, Cason Conn 6, and Andrea Spence finished with 5 points. Elijah McClellan tied his season best with 4 points and Dane Clifton tallied 2 for the Wolves.
Aiden Reed led Quitman in scoring with 7 points with Conner May and Noah Spillman following closely with 6 points each. Jaxon Brown and Mason Thomas finished with 5 points each. Hayden Essmeier scored 2 points to set a new season best and Cason Rogers added a free throw.
| TEAM | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | FINAL |
| Weston (19-0) | 15 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 47 |
| Quitman (6-7) | 3 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 32 |
Weston Junior High swept Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School with the Lady Wolves winning 31-17 and the Weston boys taking a 53-35 high scoring affair to put a damper on the JHMS home opener.
Weston 31 JHMS 17 (girls) – A five-point first quarter advantage ballooned to a 16-2 halftime lead as the Lady Wolves cruised to their 9th victory in a row. Rachel Bandy did most of the damage with 14 points to lead WJH in scoring with Kate Keiffer checking in with 7 points.
“The girls have really played well the last couple of weeks,” said WJH head coach Jennifer Tolar. “They have really worked hard and are a great group.”
Mallory Malone, Brooklyn Keiffer, Ashyln Petre, and Saniyah Saulsberry all tallied two points each and both Don’Nia Spence and Evie Delaney chipped in with a free throw. Jazzeria Ellis scored a season high 9 points to pace JHMS, who fell to Weston for the second time in a week and are now 0-3 overall on the season. Aubree Jackson finished with five, Naakyah Jackson tallied two points, and Charity Harper added a free throw.
| TEAM | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | FINAL |
| JHMS (0-3) | 2 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 17 |
| Weston (11-3) | 7 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 31 |
Weston 53 JHMS 35 (boys) – With several players from the football team playing their first game of the season, Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School showed remarkable improvement from the game between the two a week ago, but it was still not enough to derail the undefeated Jackson Parish juggernaut.
“I am very proud of the effort we gave, especially since many of our guys that played have had only one day of practice, and this is their first game,” said JHMS head coach Carlos Hicks. “You have to give Weston credit. They have a very good team and are well coached. Their future looks bright for the years to come, and that is what we are trying to accomplish here.”
Weston had only five players score in the contest, but three ended up in “double figures,” led by Cason Conn, who poured in a new career high 18 points. Leighton Younse scored 16, and Colton Otwell tied his season best with 12 points while Bryce Tolar finished with five, and Aundrea Spence tallied two for the Wolves. JHMS, now 0-3 on the year, also had five players score with Corey Campbell leading the way with 15 points and Levi Martin adding 11 and Jasen McNeil scoring 10 points. Kyrn Jackson finished with two points and Andrew Watkins hit a free throw.
| TEAM | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | FINAL |
| Weston (18-0) | 12 | 12 | 12 | 17 | 53 |
| JHMS (0-3) | 7 | 7 | 11 | 10 | 35 |
Beginning on Wednesday, September 24th, and running until Tuesday, September 30th, Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School will celebrate Homecoming Spirit Week, where each day students will enjoy themed dress-up days designed to show their school pride.
See below for what each day has to offer.
The Jackson Parish Golf Course announces that the annual Club Championship will take place on Saturday & Sunday, September 27 & 28. The two-day tournament will be played to 18 holes each day, with tee times being at 9:00 am on Saturday and 1:00 pm on Sunday. Cost to enter is $25.00 per person, with the number of flights determined by the number of players that sign up. For questions, contact Peyton Mitchell at (318) 245-4915
On Monday, September 22nd, the Louisiana Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals introduced a post on their Facebook page entitled Meet the Agent!
Featured under “4-H Agent Spotlight” was none other than Jackson Parish’s very own 4-H Director, Kristi Bourgeois. See below for the entertaining and informational submittal.
Meet the powerhouse behind Jackson Parish 4-H — Kristi Bourgeois! Kristi has been making waves with the LSU AgCenter for the past three years, and if you ask her what keeps her going, she’ll tell you: relationships.
“Whether it’s with the kids themselves, their families, or stakeholders in the community — the people I encounter are definitely the best part of my job.”
Kristi proudly reps Jackson Parish’s motto: “We Can Do The Hard Things” — and she lives it every day! From mentoring youth to building community connections, she’s all in.
Favorite memory? That time a senior called her before his own momma to share he’d been accepted to LSU. That’s the kind of impact Kristi makes — unforgettable and deeply personal.
Fun Fact: She’s the only coffee drinker in her house. (We’re guessing that #exhausted hashtag is well-earned!)
Best hashtags to describe Kristi? #exhausted #ilovemyjob #jacksonparish4Histhebest
Kristi, thank you for being a passionate, positive, and dedicated leader. Jackson Parish 4-H is lucky to have you!
The administration, faculty, staff, and students of Quitman High School invite you to join in the celebration of the Lady Wolverines Softball Team receiving their State Championship Rings for winning the 2025 Class B State title.
The event will take place at 5:45 pm on September 30th in the Quitman High School gymnasium between the season-ending junior high girls and boys junior high game against Choudrant.
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With Homecoming festivities coming soon to the local high schools, Alway’s Eva’s Flower Shop reminds you that now is the time to place your orders for the floral bouquets, corsages, and boutonnières.
Owner Terry Liles Jones and staff invite you to come to their location at 214 Jimmie Davis Blvd. in Jonesboro to see all the design options or create your own. No reservation is required, but you can call in advance to (318) 395-5162 to ensure the fastest service.
While there, also take the time to see all the unique floral arrangements and creative gifts that are on display for prom attendees and also soon-to-be graduates. Deliveries are available upon request.
Patrons of the Robert Riddle Senior Center who came for the daily lunch meal were blessed on Tuesday, September 23rd by a visit from Yumeaka Washington, Ronald Washington, and Chris Knighton from Paradise Funeral Home.
Attorney Washington educated seniors on the importance of wills, power of attorney, and trusts. Ronald informed seniors on the benefits of funeral pre-planning while Chris did an outstanding job calling bingo. Congratulations to Patricia Ayres for winning bingo blackout prizes!
Located at 120 Polk Avenue in Jonesboro, the Robert Riddle Senior Center is the home of the Jackson Council on Aging, which is a non-profit organization designed to meet the needs of the elderly.
Jimmie Bodard and Ronnie Peterson of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, suffered from continual wanderlust. Jimmie wanted to go to New Mexico, and Ronnie wanted to go to Shamrock, Texas, but they disagreed on how they were going to get to their destinations. Ronnie wanted to hitchhike, but Jimmie wanted to fly. Neither had enough money for a plane ticket, but Jimmie had another idea.
Once before, when they were overcome by wanderlust, Ronnie had talked Jimmie out of borrowing an airplane, but Jimmie was more convincing this time. As most thieves do to minimize their actions, Jimmie called it borrowing rather than stealing. That evening in May 1948, Jimmie and Ronnie walked to Oklahoma City’s downtown airpark which was open to the public. They agreed that they would wait until the following day to steal an airplane and spent the night in one of the many airplanes in the airpark’s hangar. Rather than getting an early start on their trip, they spent most of the day deciding which plane to take. While browsing, they stole a pair of headsets and microphones which they needed for their flight.
Finally, a little after 5 p.m., Jimmie and Ronnie pushed their plane of choice out of the hangar and onto the runway. In the cockpit, Jimmie started the engine and opened the throttle. The airplane gained speed, Jimmie pulled back on the yoke, and the airplane lifted off. It was a textbook takeoff. Just after the plane got off the ground, the engine sputtered. Jimmie reassured Ronnie that airplanes always did that on takeoff. Ronnie was unconvinced until, just as Jimmie had said, the engine smoothed out. Jimmie aimed the plane westward toward their destinations.
Their plan was for Jimmie to drop Ronnie off near Shamrock and then continue to his destination in New Mexico. Jimmie and Ronnie took turns flying the plane until Ronnie decided he had had enough. He told Ronnie to land so he could get out. They found a large field and landed just northwest of Cheyenne, Oklahoma, about 40 miles from Ronnie’s intended destination. Just after touchdown, the front wheel of the plane got stuck in the field. They had no choice but to abandon the airplane.
Undeterred, Jimmie and Ronnie stole a saddle horse from the farmer in whose field they had landed and rode toward Cheyenne. At the Washita River, the horse refused to cross, so they abandoned the horse, swam across the river, and continued on foot. Soaked to the bone, Jimmie and Ronnie drew so much attention in Cheyenne that someone notified the sheriff. The sheriff questioned Jimmie and Ronnie, but they told the sheriff they had hitchhiked into town. The sheriff arrested them after he learned that they were wanted by the highway patrol, but not for stealing the airplane. A confused farmer located the airplane in his field the following day and called the police. Investigators traced the airplane back to the airport, but no one at the airport had realized the airplane was missing.
Finally, after some tough questioning, Jimmie and Ronnie confessed everything to the shocked sheriff. You see, Jimmie and Ronnie, the airplane and horse thieves, had run away from home. They were fifth graders; Jimmie was 11 years old, and Ronnie was 12. They had learned how to fly an airplane by reading comic books.
Choosing a college can feel overwhelming for students and families. With so many questions about programs, admissions, campus life, and cost, the search often begins online. But if a university website feels dated or confusing, that first impression can create more stress than clarity.
Northwestern State University in Natchitoches has recognized this challenge and responded with a bold solution: a redesigned website that puts students and families first.
Unveiled this month, the new nsula.edu is built to guide prospective students, parents, and the community through a clear, engaging digital experience.
“Our enhanced site is dynamic, mobile-friendly, and designed with users in mind,” said Cole Gentry, Chief Marketing Officer. “Whether you’re a high school student exploring majors, a parent reviewing financial aid, or a faculty member sharing research, the website is your first step into NSU.”
The redesign highlights admissions, academic programs, and campus life while showing the long-term value of an NSU degree.
“The website is more than just a facelift,” Gentry explained. “It’s a living, adaptable platform that will continue to grow alongside our students, faculty, alumni, and the broader Natchitoches community.”
Features include:
• Simple admissions navigation
• Interactive views of academic offerings
• Mobile-first design for families on the go
• Accessibility to ensure every visitor has a seamless experience
For President James T. Genovese, the project signals NSU’s forward momentum.
“This new digital front door reflects who we are today and the bright future we’re building,” Genovese said. “It shows students across Louisiana and beyond that NSU is a place where they can belong, grow, and succeed.”
While prospective students are the primary audience, the refreshed website also serves alumni, current students, faculty, staff, and the local community. From campus events to academic updates, nsula.edu is designed to be a central hub for all who are part of the NSU family.
“Our goal is for everyone who visits the site to feel connected,” said Gentry. “For prospective students especially, we want them to see themselves at NSU from the very first click.”
As students and families look ahead to the next chapter of education, a strong first step can make all the difference. Northwestern State University’s new website is designed to open doors, answer questions, and showcase the opportunities waiting in Natchitoches.
Discover the redesigned experience today at www.nsula.edu.
Avid readers share a common bond; they truly enjoy reading. I find that refreshing in today’s high tech world. Readers surface in a society of video clips and audio sound bites. Sadly, newspapers and bookstore businesses are on the demise. Yet, multitudes still choose to read what comes out in print.
Readers continue to visit libraries and book stores but they also use alternate sources. Many have found E books and internet Ezines convenient and delight in book storage on Kindle. What’s your preference?
Paperback or hardcover?
Magazines or Kindle?
A quiet corner in a cozy chair?
Snuggling under a quilt or comforter?
God gifted King Solomon with wisdom. Note what Solomon had to say about reading.
“But about going further [than the words given by one Shepherd], my son, be warned. Of making many books there is no end [so do not believe everything you read], and much study is a weariness of the flesh. All has been heard; the end of the matter is: Fear God [revere and worship Him, knowing that He is], and keep His commandments (Ecclesiastes 12:12-13a AMP).”
Solomon was right; we shouldn’t believe everything we read.
But we can and should believe all Scripture.
“All Scripture is God-breathed [given by divine inspiration] and is profitable for instruction, for conviction [of sin], for correction [of error and restoration to obedience], for training in righteousness [learning to live in conformity to God’s will, both publicly and privately—behaving honorably with personal integrity and moral courage] (2 Timothy 3:16 AMP).”
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The Jackson Council on Aging announces they are seeking a Nutrition Site Kitchen Aide. Applications will be accepted at the Jackson Council on Aging office located at 120 Polk Ave, Jonesboro, LA 71251 between the hours of 8:00 am -12:00 pm on Monday – Friday.
Key responsibilities are:
Assist in packing and serving meals, snacks, and beverages.
Clean and sanitize the kitchen area and tables, wash dishes and utensils.
Monitor supplies and make sure they are ordered through the Site Manager daily.
Adhere to standards by following all safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines.
Educational Requirement: Must have a high school diploma
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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 Jackson Parish Sheriff Office, , Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 29th day of OCTOBER, 2025. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:
BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4, SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST, AND RUN NORTH ALONG THE SECTION 570 FEET, THENCE RUN EAST 156 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 570 FEET, THENCE WEST 156 FEET BACK TO THE STARTING POINT, LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JACKSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA (“PROPERTY”)
Seized as the property of the above-named defendants and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all costs, sale to be made for cash WITHOUT the benefit of appraisal.
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The Jackson Council on Aging is currently conducting a membership drive and invites the public citizens of Jackson Parish to join us. The membership drive begins on September 10, 2025, and will end on September 24, 2025. Membership is free and open to any resident of Jackson Parish over the age of 18. To join, please call and request a membership application from the Jackson Council on Aging office at (318)259-8962.
Jackson Council on Aging annual Membership meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 120 Polk Avenue, Jonesboro, LA 71251.
The meeting is to elect and re-elect Board Members and present the annual report to the Membership at 5:30 pm. All members and participants of the Jackson COA are urged to attend.
The Jackson Parish School Board met in a regular scheduled meeting at 11:00 a.m. on September 15, 2025 at Jackson Parish School Board, 315 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, La.
The following were present for roll call: Gerry Mims, Mary Saulters, Paulette Belton, Rick Barlow, Wade McBride, Calvin Waggoner and Dennis Clary.
Absent: None
Rick Barlow gave the Invocation.
Wade McBride led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The meeting was called to order by Gerry Mims.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to approve the minutes from the Regular Scheduled meeting held on August 4, 2025.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve the Pupil Progression Plan for the 2025-2026 school year.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve the 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets.
Mary Saulters reported to the Board on the meeting of the Executive Finance Committee held prior to the Board meeting.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Ric and carried to approve for payment the following bills: General Fund, Federal Program, School Food Service, Sales Tax, Special Education, District Maintenance bills.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment to Outdoor Wilderness Learning Center in the amount of $13,200.00 for Jonesboro Hodge High School, Jonesboro Hodge Middle School and Quitman High School LEAP Connect classes to attend eight (8) weeks of Therapeutic Horseback Riding and Horsemanship classes, to be paid from IDEA funds.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment to CEV Multimedia, LLC in the amount of $15,800.00 for annual licenses for all CTE courses at Jonesboro Hodge High School, Quitman High School and Weston High School, to be paid from Career Development funds.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving the hiring of a contract Speech Therapist (not to exceed 20 hours per week) at a rate of $95.00 per hour and a Facilitator (Sub pay), to be paid out of General Fund.
A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Wade McBride and carried approving payment of $11,839.99 to 3B Outdoor Equipment for the purchase of a Lazer Z S-Series 25.5 HP lawn mower, to be paid from Parish Wide District funds.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment of $39,235.00 to CDW-G for the renewal of GoGuardian Subscription License for one (1) year, to be paid from the Education Excellence Fund (EEF).
Kristi Bass, Business Manager presented the Financial Report.
Wade McBride reported to the Board on the meeting of the Building and Grounds Committee held prior to the Board meeting.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Mary Saulters and carried accepting low quote of $12,500.00 from Hot2Cold Heating, A/C & Electrical, LLC for materials and labor to install Ruud 7.5 ton Split System HVAC in Boys Gym Locker Room at Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District funds.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried accepting low quote of $12,551.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. for two (2) Fair-Play 1660 Series LED Basketball Scoreboards for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried accepting low quote of $12,924.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. for one (1) Fair-Play BA 7120 Baseball Scoreboard for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.
Rick Barlow reported to the Board on the meeting of the Transportation Committee.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving out of state travel for Quitman High School FFA, Nursery and Landscape CDE team and Marty Cantrell, Advisor to travel to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana from October 27-November 1, 2025. The Jackson Parish School Board will reimburse for expenses according to policy IFCB – Field Trips and Excursions.
Paulette Belton reported to the Board on the meeting of the Policy Committee.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving to revise the following policies:
• JCDAE – Electronic Telecommunication Devices for Students
• IFA – Instructional Materials
• IFBGA – Student Computer Access and Use
• JBD – Student Absences and Excuses
• JCDAF – Bullying and Hazing
• JGCE – Child Abuse
• JDE – Expulsion
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to adjourn at 11:25 a.m.
Bids will be received at the Jackson Parish Recreation District Office for the following:
One 2020 Ford F-150 Crew-Cab Truck. VIN # 1FTEW1C53LKE09880 Miles 96,763 (Located at JP Recreation Complex) Minimum Bid $20,000
One 2007 Ford F-150 single-cab truck. VIN # 1FTRF12207KC23826 Miles -129,716 (Located at JP Recreation Complex) Minimum Bid $2,500
One 2006 Ford F-250 Single-Cab truck. VIN # 1FTNF20506EB41996 Miles 111,331 (Located at JP Recreation Complex) Minimum Bid $2,000
If you would like to come inspect each item, the location is attached to each product and is open for public inspection—Monday – Friday, 8 am to 4 pm.
The Jackson Parish Recreation District reserves the right to reject ALL Bids.
Sealed bids will be received in the office of the Jackson Parish Recreation District, P.O. Box 315, Jonesboro, Louisiana 71251, by Wednesday, October 8th, 2025 at 11:00 AM, please contact Justin Dodson for more details. All bids will be opened and read aloud. No bids will be accepted after the deadline.
All envelopes must be marked: SEALED BID –Wednesday, October 8th, 2025 (List of what you are bidding on). Bids will be presented for consideration of award or rejection to the Jackson Parish Recreation Board on Wednesday, October 8th, 2025, at 12:00 pm at the Jackson Parish Rec District Meeting Room, 5254 Hwy 4, Jonesboro, Louisiana.
ALL BIDS SHOULD BE IN A SEALED ENVELOPE MARKED JPRD (List items bidding on) 2025.
The Village of Chatham held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 6:00 pm.
The meeting was called to order and roll call was taken and the following were present: Mayor Gregory Harris, council members Bernadine James and Sue Proffer. Absent Toni Malone
Motion to approve minutes from regular meeting held on August 12, 2025, was made by Bernadine James, seconded by Sue Proffer and approved by all.
Motion to pay monthly bills was made by Sue Proffer and seconded by Bernadine James and approved by all.
Motion to accept financial statements was made by Bernadine James, seconded by Sue Proffer and approved by all.
Motion to adjourn was made by Bernadine James and seconded by Sue Proffer and approved by all.
A 15-point halftime deficit turned into a 15-point lead in roughly 15 minutes as Jonesboro-Hodge turned in one of the more impressive second-half efforts seen in recent memory to defeat Delhi Charter by a 42-27 score. The victory improved the Tigers’ record on the year to 1-2 while Class 2A Delhi Charter fell to 1-2 on the season.
A tale of two halves! If the complete reversal of fortunes that JHHS enjoyed in the second half wasn’t a product of live theater, one would swear that the contest was a creation of a movie producer, as what took place simply seemed beyond comprehension. The difference in the Tigers play in the first half compared to the second was as diametrically opposed as the North and South Pole.
The first half began with Jonesboro-Hodge turning the ball over on its first three possessions. First came a fumble on the third play of the game. Next was a mishandled snap on a punt that gave Delhi Charter the ball on the Tigers 5 5-yard line. Then, after a three-and-out possession, another punt was partially blocked, leading to a second straight Gator touchdown that left JHHS trailing 13-0 with 4:20 remaining in the first quarter.
The comedy of errors then took a dramatic turn that breathed a little confidence into the Tigers when Delhi Charter attempted a punt from their own 11-yard line that, by the time the ball came down ended up going for minus 10 yards.
That is correct. Minus Ten!
Dakota Knox immediately got the Tigers on the board when he bulldozed his way for a score from the 1-yard line that narrowed the deficit to 13-6. It looked like JHHS was primed to tie the score or take the lead when on the next possession, the Tigers moved the ball inside the Gator red zone only to be turned away on downs. Delhi Charter then hit JHHS with what looked like a killing dagger shot by marching 82 yards for a score to up the lead to 19-6.
The frustration mounted even further when Knox broke free for a 47-yard scamper that looked to be a touchdown run, only to have it called back by a penalty. To the Tigers’ credit, the resiliant squad regrouped and, despite being pushed back by penalty twice from the one-yard line, Knox found Malik Nichols on a five yard pass on fourth down to bring the Tigers to within 21-12 with 6:37 remaining in the half. Delhi Charter came right back though to score just before the half on a 68 yards pass to go into the locker room with what seemed to be a commanding 27-12 lead.
Complete Domination! From the moment the second half began it was obvious that the Tiger team that took the field for the final 24 minutes was different from the one that trudged wearily to the locker room at the half.
JHHS quickly forced Delhi Charter to punt from their own 25-yard line, which Kyron Atkins blocked, giving the Tigers possession on the Gator 20 yard line. Three straight runs by Knox, who was now all alone in the backfield at quarterback per the strategy employed by JHHS head coach Terrrance Blankenship, led to a quick score that closed the gap to 27-20. Once again the Tiger defense stepped up as Dylan Hayes intercepted a fourth down pass but then got stripped giving Delhi Charter new life at their own 18 yard line. Undaunted, the rejuvenated Tiger defense forced another “three and out” with this time when Delhi Charter attempted to punt the ball was swept away leading to another Tiger score that gave JHHS their first lead at 28-27.
What did Blankenship tell his players at the half to cause such a turnaround?
“Same thing I told them at the half of the first two games after we fell behind by a couple of scores early,” laughed Blankenship after the game. “I told them that if we would quit beating ourselves, they knew we could come back as we had spotted that team a big first-half lead in the Bayou Jamb and came back to win.”
The Tigers didn’t stop there. Braylen Jones intercepted a pass to give JHHS the ball at the Delhi Charter 18, leading to Knox finding Trey Burns for a score, and after Knox ran in the two-point conversion, the lead jumped to 36-27. A Kyron Atkins touchdown plunge with 9:02 remaining in the game provided the final score and put the finishing touches on what was a 30-0 whitewashing in the second half.
Providing what was a herculean effort, Knox finished the game with 123 yards on 23 carries, many coming after contact with the 175 pounder refusing to go down sometimes dragging up to four or five players downfield.
“I can’t say enough about the effort that Dakota gave tonight,” said Blankenship. “He put the team on his shoulders and led us to victory.”
Seeing that Delhi Charter had no answer for the effort being supplied by the gutsy senior, Blankenship kept calling Knox’s number over and over.
“There is no question that he is one of those special players who can lead you to victory,” said Blankenship. “A couple of times I asked him if he wanted me to call a pass and give him a rest, but every time he said he wanted the ball. He is definitely a great leader,” said Blankenship
When Knox did throw the ball, he completed 4 of 5 passes for an additional 63 yards and a touchdown.
“If he were 6’2″ and 230 pounds, every college in the country would be calling on him,” reflected Blankenship. “I hope he gets a chance to play somewhere after he graduates, as there is no question that he is one of those special players who can make a difference for someone.”
| TEAM | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | FINAL |
| Jonesboro-Hodge (1-2) | 6 | 6 | 24 | 6 | 42 |
| Delhi Charter (1-2) | 13 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
The Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that a traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony is planned for 12:00 pm on Tuesday, September 23 to celebrate the grand opening of the Greene House.
Located at where the Tattered Rose was formerly located at 327 Allen Avenue in Jonesboro, the Green House is owned by Keillan Blalock, who invites all friends, family, and supporters to join in the festivities.
“We are thrilled to support the Greene House as they begin this new chapter in Jackson Parish,” said Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce Manager Kim Whitman. “We invite our members, residents, and partners to join us for photos, networking, and a warm community welcome.”
Weston Junior High School swept away the competition on both sides of the girls and boys brackets to win their own tournament played this past Thursday and Friday. The boys beat Calvin, Castor and Claiborne Christian to claim their fifth straight tournament title and extend their season long winning streak to an impressive 17 games in a row without a loss while the girls beat Dodson, Castor and Quitman to win their 8th game and in a row improve their season record to 11-3 on the year.
Weston 50 Calvin 10 (Thursday) – Leighton Younse scored all 10 of his points in the first quarter and Andrea Spence added all of his 10 points in the second as Weston opened up a commanding 44-4 halftime lead. Dane Clifton pitched in with 7 points, with both Cason Conn and Colten Otwell adding five points each. Eli Henderson finished with four, Zimachael Washington and Eli Jones tallied three points each Quylyn Snuggs scored two and Kash Gandy hit a free throw to round out the 10 players who made points.
Quitman 40 Choudrant 18 (Thursday) – The Wolverines outscored Choudrant 15-2 in the second quarter to reverse a 5-1 first quarter deficit and gain revenge over an earlier season loss to the Aggies. Noah Spillman, Aiden Reed and Cason Rogers, who established a new season high, all scored 8 points to lead QJH in scoring. Hayden Seymore and Conner May made six points each and Jaxon Brown equaled his season best with four points as Quitman moved to 6-5 on the season and climbed above the .500 mark for the first time this year.
Weston 50 Castor 11 (Friday) – The Wolves second game of the tourney was much like the first as Weston overwhelmed Castor 39-6 in the first half while never giving up more than 4 points in any quarter. Leighton Younse led WJH in scoring with 14 points that included a pair of first quarter three pointers. Cason Conn also had a big game with 13 points while Andrea Spence and Eli Henderson pitched in with 6 and 5 points respectively. Zimachael Washington hit his second straight three pointer in as many gamesas he and Kayne Stassen finished with 3 points each while Colton Otwell, Dane Clifton and Wade Graves all tallied two points apiece.
Claiborne Christian 32 Quitman 24 (Friday) – After Quitman had clawed back from an early deficit to close the gap to 22-21 at the end of three quarters, Claiborne Christian scored the first 8 points of the fourth quarter to take the victory. Hayden Seymore scored 13 points to lead QJH. Noah Spillman scored 6 and Aiden Reed finished with five as only three Wolverines made points on the night that the team finished with making only 8 of 47 shots to see their season record fall to 6-6.
Weston 53 Claiborne Christian 27 (Championship) – The Wolves followed the same script that led to wins in the first two games of the tourney by shooting their way to an 18-4 first quarter lead and never looking back. Leighton Younse once again led the way in scoring with 14 points, followed by 13 from Colton Otwell, fueled by a season-best three 3-pointers and 10 from Eli Henderson, who hit a pair from behind the arc. Bryce Tolar added 8 points and Cason Conn finished with four while Darrell Guinn and Zimachael Washington chipped in with two points apiece.
Weston 45 Dodson 16 (Thursday) – Ten Lady Wolves scored, led by Kate Keiffer’s 14-point effort, including 8 points in the first quarter to pace Weston to a 15-2 lead. Mallory Malone, Brooklyn Keiffer, and Braelyn Turner added 6 points each, while Hannah Aldy tallied three. Don’Nia Spence, Evie Delaney, Ashlyn Petre, Laken Borders, and Aubrie Maxwell all chipped in with two points each.
Quitman 32 Choudrant 24 (Thursday) – Ella Simonelli led QJH with 14 points and Kynleigh Leach added 8 points and 8 rebounds as the Lady Wolverines took a 2-1 season series advantage over their Lincoln Parish foe. Bella Caskey and Audrina Martin, who also pulled down a team-high 9 boards, finished with five points each as the four players did all the scoring for Quitman.
Weston 36 Castor 17 (Friday) – Kate Keiffer finished with 14 points for the second straight night and Rachel Bandy added 13 to pace the Lady Wolves, who held Castor to single digits in scoring for all four quarters. Mallory Malone chipped in with 6 points, Ashlyn Petre tallied two, and Don’Nia Spence made a free throw to round out the Lady Wolves’ scoring.
Quitman 30 Claiborne Christian 4 (Friday) – Quitman scored 20 straight points to open the game while setting a new season best defensive effort by allowing just four points the entire game, limiting Claiborne Christian to a 1 for 24 shooting effort, and forcing 30 turnovers. Ella Simonelli led the Lady Wolverines in scoring with 9 points, with Bella Caskey adding five. Aailiyah Mixon had the best game of her early career as she finished with 4 points and 6 rebounds, both personal standards. Audrina Martin and Kynleigh Leach also scored four points while Amelia Staggs and Khloe Maxwell added two points each.
Weston 40 Quitman 37 (Championship) – The Lady Wolves used a pair of Kate Keiffer free throws at the end of the game to beat back a determined Quitman rally, which had overcome an 8-point fourth quarter deficit. Trailing 31-23 entering the fourth quarter, the Lady Wolverines tied the game at 36-36 on a pair of Demie McCurdy free throws. Mallory Malone scored 13 and Keiffer 11 to lead WJH to the victory, which evened their season series against the Jackson Parish rival to 2-2 on the year. Don’Nia Spence scored 7, Rachel Bandy finished with 5, and Laken Borders added four points for the tourney champions. Ella Simonelli led Quitman in scoring on the strength of her continued 3-point barrage that saw her make seven over the three games, including three in the finals and three in the first round. Bella Caskey scored 7 and pulled down a team high 9 rebounds, with Audrina Martin turning in a 6 point, 7 rebound effort. Kynleigh Leach scored three and dished out a season-best 8 assists while Amelia Staggs added a pair of free throws.
Have you ever thought about joining the 4-H Shooting Sports Team? Now is your chance! At 5:00 pm on Tuesday, September 23rd, an opportunity to enroll in the Jackson Parish 4-H Shooting Sports program and an orientation session will take place at the Charles H. Garrett Community Center located at 182 Industrial Drive in Jonesboro.
Come and learn all the benefits of joining the local 4-H Shooting Sports Team while also getting the opportunity to meet state and national championship-winning instructors and teammates from the area. You will also have the chance to win door prizes. Costs associated with joining the Shooting Sports program are $10.00 for the 4-H Enrollment fee and $40.00 for the Shooting Sports fee.
Jackson Parish 4-H Shooting Sports offers the following disciplines:
Air Pistol
Smallbore Pistol
Smallbore Rifle
Shotgun
Archery x’s 2 – FITA and 3D
The long-standing legacy of Quitman High School producing Cross Country champions continued this past week at the prestigious Wildcat Invitational hosted by Converse High School and held at North Toledo Bend State Park near Zwolle, LA.
Gage Horton claimed the varsity boys championship against a large contingent of runners from schools from all over northwest and central Louisiana, while Megan Kelley came in second in the varsity girls race. Addie Faber also registered a top ten placement with a fine sixth-place finish.
Quitman’s junior varsity cross country team had even more impressive results with the boys team winning the top three spots and the girls squad taking first, second, and fifth place.
QHS Boys Junior Varsity Results
1st Place – Carson Savana
2nd Place – Josiah Ramsey
3rd Place – Shepard Norred
10th Place – Hayden David
11th Place Hunter McCormick
QHS Girls Junior Varsity Results
1st Place – Audrina Martin
2nd Place – Anna Pardue
5th Place – Lylia Caraway
September 16th was celebrated at National Information Technology (IT) Professionals Day, and the Jackson Parish Hospital is proud to recognize the incredible IT team that keeps the hospital and clinics running smoothly.
From maintaining advanced medical technology to ensuring secure, real-time communication across care teams, their behind-the-scenes work supports every department and strengthens the care we provide.
A heartfelt thank you to these talented professionals for all that they do:
Jason Thomas, CIO/COO
Josh Taylor, IT Director
Mark Shanks, System Administrator
Justin Sutherland, Network Administrator
Their expertise helps further advance the mission of delivering the highest quality care to our communities. Join the Jackson Parish Hospital in thanking this amazing team for the difference they create daily!
Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School will host Weston Junior High for a girls and boys contest at 5:00 pm on Monday, September 22nd, that will represent a rematch of the games that Weston won a week ago.
JHMS enters the contest with both the girls and boys teams having a 0-2 record and faces a strong test as both WJH squads are riding long winning streaks, with the girls having won 8 in a row to post an 11-3 record, and the boys now boasting having won 17 games this year without a loss.
The two Jackson Parish foes meet for another opportunity to claim bragging rights when Quitman travels to Weston for a girls’ and boys junior high contest that is scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM.
When I looked up at the corner ledge on my back porch at dusk the other day and saw a tiny wren settled down there for the night, I got to thinking what amazing little creatures these little brown birds are.
The ledge where it roosts allows only an inch of foot hold for the bird but I suppose that’s all it takes for it to be able to comfortably sleep.
The vast majority of wrens we see in our part of the country are Carolina wrens. They’re everywhere and to be so tiny, their call is so loud and sharp you almost have to put your hands over your ears.
The internet describes them this way…”The Carolina wren is a common, non-migratory bird in eastern North America, identified by its reddish-brown plumage, buffy underparts and a prominent white eyebrow stripe. Known for its loud and musical song and ability to build nests in unusual places like boots and mailboxes, the insect-eating bird thrives in dense vegetation and suburban areas.”
Let’s talk about wren’s nest building. I have had a couple of instances where wrens built nests in strange places; one where I was prevented from going fishing until the little ones hatched and were fledged under the seat of my bass boat.
The most unbelievable one, though, took place several years ago when I owned a little Honda CRV, you know the car that has a spare mounted on the rear.
One day I had an appointment to meet an angler for an interview over on Lake Bistineau so I headed out early that morning and spent the day fishing with him, getting photos and doing my interview.
Late that afternoon after returning home, I walked behind the car to hear strange rustling coming from the vicinity of the spare tire. I peeked over to see what it was and, to my surprise and consternation, there were five baby wrens fully feathered and ready to fledge peering back out me. I had taken these little babies on the ride of their life, unknown to me exposing them to a day with little bellies growling I’m sure wondering if mama and daddy had forgotten them.
Mama and daddy were 50 miles away wondering where the heck their babies and their nest had gone. Early that morning, the little ones were nestled in the nest behind a spare tire in my driveway but now everything had vamoosed. Likely as not, I had occasionally driven the babies to the post office and grocery store and the parents were confused for the hour I was gone. One hour is one thing but all day 50 miles away is something totally different.
The story has a happy ending because when I went and checked on the babies the next morning, the nest was empty; they may have fledged a bit early to keep from having to take another wild ride down the Interstate.
I have had wrens nest in a boot when I had left a pair on the porch. I have found their nests next to cushions on chairs on the porch. One of the most frustrating thing is when we leave our garage door open for any length of time during spring only to find piles of pine straw in odd places, placed there by hard headed little birds that didn’t realize that when the door is closed, they don’t have access to any babies that may be hatching there.
Carolina wrens are fun to have around the place. However, be on the lookout for nests in odd places, even behind spare tires on the back of your car.
CANEY LAKE – Bass are fair at night on soft plastics and dark colored crank baits. Some are caught early morning around the grass on topwater lures with Chatterbaits are picking up some nice ones. Crappie are best around submerged tops in 16-18 foot water with shiners and jigs taking some nice fish. Bream fishing has slowed down. For information contact Caney Lake Landing at 259-6649, Hooks Marina at 249-2347, Terzia Tackle at 278-4498 or the Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
BUSSEY BRAKE – The cool front slowed fishing down. Both bass and crappie have been on the slow side.. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole at 323-8707.
OUACHITA RIVER – The water is falling and is quite low because of lock and dam problems down stream. The Prairieon area has been best for bass fishing. A good many catfish are being caught and crappie fishing is best around submerged tops in the river and in the bayou. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
LAKE D’ARBONNE – Bass are scattered and suspended with best catches made early mornings on topwaters in the shallows. Soft plastics and crank baits are working best later in deeper water. Crappie are suspended on the flats. Shiners and jigs are picking up some fishing 8 feet deep in 12-14 foot water. Bream are fair. Catfish are good fishing off the banks. For latest information, call Anderson Sport Center at 368-9669 or Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
LAKE CLAIBORNE – Crappie fishing has been fair on jigs and shiners suspended over deeper water. Bass are around the banks and hitting topwaters early while later hitting hit spinners and soft plastics in deeper water. Night fishing is fair around lighted piers and boat docks on soft plastics and crank baits. Bream are scattered. For latest information, call Kel’s Cove at 927-2264 or Terzia Tackle at 278-4498.
LAKE POVERTY POINT – Catfish are good while bass and crappie are rather slow. For information, contact the marina at 318/878-0101.
LAKE YUCATAN – The water is falling with lots of catfish being caught. Bass and crappie are fair but the few crappie caught have been real slabs. For info call Surplus City Landing at 318/467-2259.