On paper, the game between Jonesboro-Hodge High School and Plain Dealing this past Thursday night looked to be a mismatch. It was. And in historic fashion. 

Jonesboro-Hodge had no trouble in beating the Lions 40-0 in the district 1-1A matchup that lifted the Tigers to 5-3 overall and 3-1 in district play, while Plain Dealing fell to 0-8 and 0-6 and saw their state-longest losing streak, dating back to 2021, move to 44 straight games.

While the final score was no surprise, the way the Tigers’ defense totally shut down the Lions was, as JHHS set two new defensive school records by limiting Plain Dealing to a minus 34 yards rushing and minus 24 yards in total offense. This was all done with a running clock after the first period, and JHHS leading 27-0.

“I am very pleased with the focus our guys had,” said JHHS head coach Terrrance Blankenship. “It would have been easy for them to just go through the motions, especially after we got the big lead early, but they gave a strong effort the whole game.” 

If the football game had been a prize fight, it would have ended early in the first period, as after eight total plays, the Tigers were already up 14-0. The first score came after JHHS held  Plain Dealing to a “three and out” and took possession on their own 32-yard line following a punt. Three plays and 68 yards later, the Tigers scored, bolstered by a 15-yard facemask penalty and runs of 27 and 23 yards by Landon Boston, the latter a touchdown. On the ensuing kickoff, the Tigers forced a fumble, which they recovered at the Plain Dealing 34-yard line, and on their first play, scored when King Campbell threw a short pass to the right flats that Lontre’vious “Tre” Burns corralled and ran past the Plain Dealing defense the rest of the way into the endzone. Kyron Atkins then ran in the two-point conversion to put JHHS up 14-0 after only 3 minutes and 42 seconds had gone off the clock. 

Plain Dealing then fumbled on the second play of their next possession, giving the Tigers the ball at the Lions’ 30-yard line, where a Dakota Knox 25-yard run set up a 5-yard touchdown run up the middle by Marquis Baker. The Sadaar Stevens extra point made it 21-0.

Another “three and out” by the Tiger defense set up a Plain Dealing punt attempt at their own 23-yard line, but the snap sailed high overhead and gave JHHS the ball at the Lions 1 1-yard line, where Atkins plunged in on the first play for his first touchdown as a Tiger that gave JHHS a commanding 27-0 lead as the quarter expired. 

Despite the big lead and the Tigers having a 133 to minus 19 yardage advantage over the outmanned Lions, to their credit, they continued to give it all they had, something that drew praise from Blankenship.

“Coach Byrd is in a really tough situation with only 19 players on the roster and six of them being 8th graders,” reflected Blankeship. “He is doing a great job, though, keeping them together and playing hard. You can bet that in a few years, he will have built them up to where they are competitive.”

With the clock now continuously running, the second quarter lasted only nine plays with the first half ending on a Juquan Qualls interception, the fourth turnover of the first half by Plain Dealing.

JHHS got the ball to open the second half and immediately embarked on an 8-play 68-yard drive highlighted by Sadaar Stevens, all 320 pounds of him, running it in from 8 yards out for his first-ever touchdown as a Tiger and unofficially being the heaviest man in Tiger history to score a touchdown. His extra point made it 34-0 at the end of three. The Tigers would score a final touchdown in the fourth quarter when Anthony Paggett took it in from 4 yards out for his first career score. 

NEXT UP! JHHS will be on the road again this Thursday, October 30, as they travel to Minden, LA to take on Glenbrook in a District 1-1A battle. Kick off is scheduled for 7:00 pm. 

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TEAM	1	2	3	4	TOTAL
Jonesboro-Hodge (5-3, 3-1)	27	0	7	6	40
Plain Dealing (0-8, 0-6)	0	0	0	0	0

Yardstick

	JHHS	PDHS
First Downs	14	0
Rushes – Yards	20 – 193	11 – minus 34
Passes (Att-Comp-Yards)	2-2-48	3-8-10
Total Yards	241	minus 24
Fumbles – Lost	1-1	6-3
Interceptions – Yards Returned	1-4	0-0
Penalties	4 -33	1-15

JHHS Individual Statistics

Rushing: Boston 8-109, 1 TD; Knox 3-31; Campbell 1-12; Stevens 1-8, 1 TD; Gray 1-6; Baker 1-5, 1TD; Paggett 2-5, 1 TD; Johnson 1-4; Atkins 1-1, 1 TD
Passing: Campbell 2-2-48 yards, 1 TD
Receiving: Lontre’vious Burns 1-34, 1 TD; Dakota Knox 1-16

Drew Browning and Molly Beaubouef have been named Mr. and Miss Weston High School for the 2025-26 school year. Selected by their peers, the pair exemplifies all the chararcteristics in what it is to be the ultimate student/athlete. 

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Drew Browning – With talent that stands out on the baseball field and character that shines off of it, Drew has truly earned the title of Mr. Weston High School. Known for his leadership, work ethic, and humble attitude, Drew has become a cornerstone of Weston athletics and a role model among his peers. From the moment he stepped onto the baseball field his freshman year, Drew’s impact was undeniable. Since, he has collected a long list of honors that reflect both his skill and consistency, being named first team All-State by the Louisiana Sports Writers Association (LSWA) and multiple times earned first team All-District, All-Region, and All-State honors by the Louisiana Baseball Coaches Association (LBCA). Beyond the field, Drew continues to excel, maintaining A Honor Roll status every year, being a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and being selected to the Homecoming court for three consecutive years. His dedication extends into the community, where he has volunteered to help clean up after tornadoes, provide supplies to hurricane victims, deliver Christmas presents, and assist at the Monroe Food Bank. 

Molly Beaufoeuf  – A senior who has made her mark through leadership, service, and talent, it is hard work, heart, and a whole lot of hustle that best describes Miss Weston High School 2025-26. From art and agriculture, to academics and athletics, she has proven that her dedication and determination truly define what it means to be Miss WHS. Molly has compiled a long list of awards that showcase her excellence and versatility, being consistently named to the Principals List and earning top honors at FFA,  Beta Club, FBLA, and art competitions at the district, state, and national levels. Her confident voice has also carried her to top finishes in public speaking and oratory contests across the state. Molly currently serves as President of the Student Council, Beta Club, and FFA while also representing Louisiana as the state FFA secretary and a national FFA Leadership Delegate. In past years, Molly has held titles such as District VIII Student Council President, Area FFA Reporter, and Vice President of both the FFA and Beta Club. Beyond the classroom and competitions, she pours her heart into community service, helping organize Hope for Winn and Lexi’s Closet drives, volunteering at Forest Haven Drug Fest, and going on church mission trips. Through her leadership, service, talent, and school pride, Molly embodies everything that Weston High School stands for, and while her impact will be felt long after graduation, her bright future is just beginning.  

Maddox Duck from Quitman High School and his partner Benton Terry out of River Oaks School in Monroe won 4th place overall out of 45 teams that fished Caney Lake  on Saturday, October 25th, in the second fall event of the Northeast Louisiana High School Anglers tour. 

Fishing in sporadic rain, the pair landed a total of three fish that totalled 16.77 pounds and included a 7.51 lb lunker. Winning the tournament was Bax Young and Jackson Gee of D’Arbonne Woods Charter in Farmerville, who netted five fish that weighed 32.99 lbs. in total while also claiming the ‘Big Bass” Award by landing a 9.25 pounder. 

Additional Jackson Parish representatives were:
Jack Vail / Jaxon Cheatwood (QHS) – 13th Place
Hailey Chatham / Ben Ramsey (WHS) – 15th Place
Shepard Norred / Jackson Ables (QHS) – 24th Place / 3rd Place in Junior Competition
Tucker Masters / Chance Lemoine (QHS) – 38th Place
Drew Caldwell / Asher Norred (QHS) – 39th Place

The tournament was the final event of the 2025 portion of NELAHS tour that will resume on February 7, 2026, when Caney Lake plays host once again. 

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The Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) has announced details for the upcoming 2026–2028 reclassification period, releasing preliminary school placements ahead of its scheduled meetings.

The reclassification process determines where member schools of the LHSAA will compete for the next two academic years (2026-28), including any adjustments to class or select/non-select designations. 

Jonesboro-Hodge is shown to be classified as a Class A School and will compete in Division IV “non-select” school postseason activities. Quitman is listed as a “non-select” Class B school and will compete in Division V in boys and girls basketball, baseball, softball, and cross country, while being placed in Division IV for tennis, Division III in boys golf, and Division II in girls golf. Weston is shown to be a “non-select” school and in Division V for boys and girls basketball, baseball, softball, and cross country, with a Division IV designation for boys golf and tennis, and Division III in girls golf. 

Classification is determined by the total number of students in each school, unless a request to “play up” is received, meaning that the school wishes to play in a higher classification.

Basic classification guidelines broken down by enrollment numbers are:

Class 5A  (1033 and up)
Class 4A (608 – 1032)
Class 3A (397 – 607)
Class 2A (231 – 396)
Class A (1 – 230)
Class B (111 -230)
Class C (1-106)

Note: Schools that don’t play football are classified as a Class B or C school.

Student body enrollment numbers of each Jackson Parish school show Quitman High School to have the most students at 213, followed by Jonesboro-Hodge High School with 197, and Weston with 177 students in the 9th – 12th grades. 

Appeals of classifications will be heard beginning on November 6, while the final classification meeting is set for December 3rd.

 

 

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The Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School girls basketball team beat Lincoln Prep of Grambling 25-2 on Wednesday, October 22nd, for their first win of the year, which also gave first-year head coach Derrick Perry Sr. his first victory as the Lady Tigers coach. 

Jazzeria Ellis led in scoring with 11 points, including 9 in the first period tha thelp stake JHMS to a 13-0 lead. Aubree Jackson was next with six points with Jeniah Mays finishing with four.  Timberly Wilson and Naakyah Jackson added a basket each to round out the scoring for the junior high edition of Lady Tigers who improved to 1-2 on the year. 

Lincoln Prep 29 JHMS 19 (boys) A slow start that saw the junior high Tigers fall behind 18-5 in the first half spelled doom despite a spirited second-half rally attempt. The Tigers fell to 0-3 on the year with the loss. No individual scoring stats were available. 

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The Weston Junior High Lady Wolves will put their area-best 8-1 record on the line this Tuesday, October 28th, when they make the short trip to Jackson Parish rival Quitman Junior High, who has a 5-4 season mark. The contest will be a rematch of the October 7th contest that saw Weston take a 6-1 victory.  Game time is set for 5:00 pm at the QHS softball field. 

In other action on Tuesday, Quitman and Weston Junior High, both sporting a 7-1 record on the year, will be on the road with the QJH playing Claiborne Christian Junior High at the Sterlington Sports Complex at 4:30 pm, and Weston concluding their Fall Ball schedule by taking on Downsville Junior High, with the first pitch slated for 4:00 pm 

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Dominick Strickland of Jonesboro, LA, and a 2023 Jonesboro-Hodge High School graduate, has been named as Prince on the 2025-26 Centenary College in Shreveport Homecoming Court. The son of Jason and Stacy Strickland is in his third year at Centenary and a three-year member of the football team. 

 

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Remembering a Special Dad

Looking through the thousands of photos on my computer, I ran across one of my dad, and that put me in the frame of mind to share just what a special man he was to me.

Thomas Ernest “Doc” Harris was born in the hamlet of Friendship, LA, on March 5, 1909. His mom was Edna Strain; his dad was William Austin Harris, older brother to the well-known long-time state Superintendent of Education, T.H. Harris.

My grandfather was a hill farmer who eventually moved the family to Goldonna, another community about the size of Friendship.

In his growing up years, dad was sometimes described as a “rounder”, getting involved in all the stuff kids did back in those days. He was a good athlete, especially in track and field, where pole vaulting was an event to which he excelled.

After high school, dad wanted to see the world, so he joined the U.S. Navy and upon returning home, he was attracted to LeMee Meek, a young lady in the neighboring town of Readhimer. They married, built a house in Goldonna, and were parents to three children. I was the first to come along followed by my brother Tom, and eventually to a sister, Linda.

I remember tagging along with him when one of his first jobs was going around the countryside selling Watkins Products. Later, he worked for the highway department and eventually landed a job with the LA Department of Wildlife and Fisheries as a state trapper and eventually being promoted to Supervisor of Predator Control for the Department. It was during his 30-year career that my memories are most special.

I was the envy of kids back in school when they learned that my dad made his living trapping wolves and bobcats, creatures that were creating havoc among folks who had cattle, hogs, and chickens. Among my most special memories was when I got to go with him early summer mornings to run his traps. Watching how he carefully set his traps and returning the next day to find a wolf, bobcat, or fox in a trap I watched him set was especially exciting for a 10-year-old boy.

There was a report of a cougar hanging around a portion of rural Natchitoches Parish, with Dad’s assignment to trap it. He didn’t catch it, but he came close as the cougar stepped in his trap on a day when rain the night before had allowed sand to filter beneath the pan of the trap, and when the cat stepped on it, it failed to trip. I have in my office today a concrete print of the cougar track dad poured of that cat he came close to trapping.

Over the course of his career, it became evident that the red wolves he had been trapping were starting to fade out. Coyotes had moved into the state from Texas and began interbreeding with the wolves, rendering offspring that were no longer pure red wolves. His efforts changed from trapping them to trying to help preserve their fading numbers.

Today, except for a remnant of pure red wolves in a protected area in the Carolinas, they no longer roam the hills of our state, and that’s a shame. Getting to hear the mournful howl of these animals at night on a Winn Parish hillside is a memory I cherish.

Dad had been gone to his Heavenly reward for almost 50 years. I feel blessed to have been the son of a special man who taught me how to hunt squirrels, sneak up on wood ducks, and catch a bass, and do it all in an ethical way

He would be thrilled to know that his son took so much of what he taught me and turned it into becoming an outdoors writer, which is how I make my living today.

FISHING REPORT

CANEY LAKE – Bass fishing has been best fishing jigs around the boat docks with some caught early morning around the grass on topwater lures. Square billed crank baits are picking up some as well. Crappie are best around submerged tops in 16-18 foot water with shiners and jigs taking some nice fish. Bream are fair. 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 – Bass fishing has been best fishing topwater lures early and pitching jigs around brush later. Crappie are suspended over flats with jigs and shiners picking up some fish. For best.information, contact the Honey Hole at 323-8707.
OUACHITA RIVER – The water is still quite low because of lock and dam problems down stream. Bass are best fishing shad imitation lures in the cuts and run-outs with current. Crappie are around the tops in the river and fair to good on shiners and jigs. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
LAKE D’ARBONNE – Bass are best early mornings on topwater lures. Later in the day, look for them over deeper water. Jigs and crank baits are picking up some. Crappie are best on jigs and shiners as they are suspended over deeper 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 improved on jigs and shiners suspended over deeper water. Bass are around the banks and hitting topwaters early while later hitting crank baits and soft plastics in deeper water. 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 crappie are fair fishing around the boat slips. Some are also hitting jigs and shiners on the south end. Bass are slow. For information, contact the marina at 318/878-0101.
LAKE YUCATAN – The lake level is low. Catfishing is good while bass and crappie are slow. For info call Surplus City Landing at 318/467-2259.

Nathan Pierce from Weston High School was named High Point Individual of the Louisiana State Forestry Career Development Event held on October 21st at the Hill Farm Research Station in Homer.

Having the highest individual score in compass and pacing, sawlog estimation, and map reading, Nathan compiled a total score of 636 points of a possible 700 to cruise to the overall champion title. 

By virtue of his victory and on the heels of claiming the same title at the Area 1 Forestry CDE earlier this month, Nathan has earned a second scholarship to Louisiana Tech University if he pursues a degree in Forestry. 

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The J-HHS Tiger Paws received a donation of two bags of Deer Corn (100 total pounds) to be raffled off as a fundraiser! The tickets are $2.00 each. The drawing will be held on November 7, 2025 at the final regular season home football game for Jonesboro-High School Football against Cedar Creek High School.

To purchase a ticket contact a member of the Tiger Paws or come to the main office of Jonesboro-Hodge High School, located at 225 Pershing Hwy. in Jonesboro. The winner does not need to he present to claim! Your support is appreciated!

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Kiss Method

Are you familiar with the kiss method?

No, I don’t refer to methods of smooching; instead, I bring up the subject of project methodology. My husband Norm is an advocate of the kiss method.

K-eep
I-t
S-imple
S-tupid.

Why do we complicate things?

Is that action commendable?

Where’s the wisdom in that?

God is at work in simple things and people.

“The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple (Psalms 19:7 KJV).”

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To have your Business Services, Job Opportunities, Items for sale, Wanted to Buy, and Public / Legal Notices published – send an email to: jpjjacksonla@gmail.com  or call 318-480-1206. Possible costs are dependent on the content.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Jackson Parish School District  –  If you have the skills and enthusiasm to make a difference, there is an opening for the following positions.

Certified Speech-Language Pathologist
Substitutes – All Areas

Apply today through the Jackson Parish School District website at www.jpsb.us or contact the central office at (318) 259 – 4456 for more details.

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION

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REGINALD A SAULSBERRY SR A/KIA REGINALD A SAULSBERRY A/KIA REGINALD SAULSBERRY SR A/KIA REGINALD SAULSBERRY & STEPHANIE M SAULSBERRY A/KIA STEPHANIE MICHELLE SAULSBERRY A/KIA STEPHANIE SAULSBERRY A/KIA STEPHANIE MICHELLE LEE A/KIA STEPHANIE M LEE A/K/A STEPHANIE LEE

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.

ANDY BROWN, SHERIFF EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER
09-17-25
10-22-25

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

ONSLOW BAY FINANCIAL
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SHAWN ETHAN BARR A/KIA SHAWN E BARR A/KIA SHAWN BARR

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 10th day of DECEMBER, 2025. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

LOT 2 OF THE DEERFIELD SUBDIVISION, SITUATED IN JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA.

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 WITHOUT the benefit of appraisal.

ANDY BROWN, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

10/29/25
12/03/25

PUBLIC NOTICE

Eros Community Water System

ITEMS FOR SALE

LeBlanc Cypress Works – A stand-alone cooler box with a hinged top, complete with logo and/or exterior picture add-on capability, and an outdoor chair, is featured this month at LeBlanc Cypress Works. Other custom-made cypress or oak items for sale as well, including benches, swings, and fences, as well as made-to-order creations are also available.  Cost depends on the type of material used. For an estimate or to place an order, call Don LeBlanc at (318)-475-1161. 

James Garner Rasberry
August 20, 1954 – October 22, 2025

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James Garner Rasberry, a native of Jackson Parish, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the age of 71. James, as he was lovingly known to family and friends, was born in Jonesboro, Louisiana, on August 20, 1954, to Alton D. and Clara Bell Rasberry. A proud graduate of Weston High School, James found great joy in the simple pleasures of life—spending time outdoors fishing and camping, taking long walks, and keeping active. He never met a stranger and was especially fond of sharing good conversation and a cup of coffee with friends.

James is survived by his sister, Mary Frith (Paul); nieces and nephews, Christina Dunn (Terry); Paul Frith, Jr. (Sue), Dolphus Frith, Sr. and Marty Frith; great nieces and nephews, Daniel Dunn (Amber), Devon Dunn (Mariah), Taylor Dunn and Dolphus Frith, Jr.; and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Alton L. Rasberry; great nieces, Danielle Nicole Dunn and Mary Elaine Frith.

As per the family’s wishes, James will be cremated. A memorial service will be planned at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home to help cover the cost of cremation. If you need further information, please call Southern-Edmonds at (318) 259-2345.

Anita Robinson-Johnson
July 30, 1964 – October 19, 2025

Anita Robinson-Johnson went to be with the Lord on October 19th at the age of 51 years old. After a public viewing on Friday, October 24th, at Paradise Funeral Home in Jonesboro on Friday, October 24th her Celebration of Life service was held on Saturday, October 25th at the Miracle Temple Church of God in Christ in Ruston, LA. 

A crash of a small plane that went down in northern Jackson Parish, roughly about five miles from the Ruston Regional Airport on Tuesday, October 21st, has claimed the life of a man who was en route to Ruston, LA from Huntsville, TX. 

The name of the pilot who was flying solo has not been released at present, but according to reports, the Cirrus SR22 airplane is registered to LaSalle Management Company in Ruston. The private company operates the Jackson Parish Correctional Center in Jonesboro and other prisons in the region.

Flightradar24 shows the plane’s path from Huntsville, Texas, to near the Ruston airport. It made a couple of loops before the path stopped. The Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office was notified about the potential of a crash around 10:30 a.m., with air traffic control in Ruston reporting a plane going off the radar.

According to a statement made by Jackson Parish Sheriff Andy Brown, the crash site was in a heavily wooded area around State Highway 146 and Old Snipe Road southeast of the Ruston airport, with no homes or other structures nearby.

Federal authorities will head up the investigation into the crash.

 

Federal authorities will head up the investigation into the crash.

 

 

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The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that the LA 148 Bridge, located approximately 3.0 miles east of LA 34 over a creek east of Eros in Jackson Parish, remains closed for necessary bridge repairs. 

The closure is anticipated to last until Friday, November 21, 2025, weather permitting.

Restrictions/Permits:

Total road closure at the specified location. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route.

Alternate Route:

A detour route will be signed and provided for the duration of the closure.

Safety reminder:

DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the construction site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment. Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.

Additional information:

Call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov by selecting MyDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and Twitter pages.

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The Jackson Parish School District announces that from 3:00 – 8:00 pm on Thursday, October 23rd, Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held at all local public schools. This is a great opportunity for all parents and/or guardians to meet with the children’s teachers, discuss progress, and learn how, by working together, continued success during this school year can be achieved. 

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Talk about going from the bottom to the top. No, this isn’t a discussion about placements or standings after seven weeks of the LHSAA prep football season. This is about direction and location.

Jonesboro-Hodge High School will load up for a second straight LONG road trip this Thursday (YES, you read that right, THURSDAY!!) as the Tigers delve back into District 1-1A play by making a trip to the very northwest corner of the state to Plain Dealing.  

Compared to the solid three-hour jaunt south to deep in the heart of “Cajun Country” where the Tigers bested Dequincy 21-7 to move to 4-3 on the season, the estimated one hour and 40 minute drive to Plain Dealing seems like a walk in the park, but it is still a long way.

“After Thursday, we will have gone about as far south and north as you can go in the state,” laughed JHHS head coach Terrance Blankenship, who looks at the back-to-back long road trips as a positive for his team.

“There was really no rhyme or reason that it was scheduled this way. Kind of the way it fell when we were forced to find a replacement for Ringgold on the schedule last year,” said Blankenship. “As it turns out, though, this is a great experience to prepare us for what might be ahead when we get to the postseason.”

Tigers make big leap in Power Point Rankings!

The long road trip to DeQuincy and the corresponding 21-7 victory certainly proved fruitful for JHHS as the Tigers jumped all the way to #16  in Division IV “non-select” school rankings, up four spots from the week before.

“The win was good for us in a lot of ways, and certainly in the rankings,” confirmed Blankenship. “If we can continue to keep this momentum going, we will have a shot at hosting a playoff game, which we really want for our fans.”

Series History! Fifteen times these two schools have been scheduled to play each other since the first contest in 1929, with JHHS holding a commanding 13-2 all-time advantage. This includes the 2-0 forfeit victory awarded to Jonesboro-Hodge after Plain Dealing didn’t show up for what was to be the Tigers’ 2024 Homecoming Game, stating that they didn’t have enough healthy players to field a team. The last time the two schools did play was in  2018, with JHHS taking a 50-6 victory, which came on the heels of a 32-13 victory in 2017, giving J-H head coach Terrance Blankenship a 3-0 record against the Lions. The two times Plain Dealing has won in the series were a 28-18 victory in 1995 and an 8-6 affair in 1998.  

How to listen or watch the game!

For those not able to make the mid-week journey to the northwestern corner of the state, you can still follow the Tigers by tuning to ROUX102, found at 102.3 FM on the radio dial, where Ben Ledbetter and Clay Williams will be bringing all the play-by-play, insights, and highlights.

The Tigers’ pre-game show will begin at 6:30 pm, which will include a segment of the JHHS coaches’ show where coach “Blank” speaks about the contest and season to date, followed by the kickoff slated for 7:00 pm. 

For those who are outside the 102.3 listening area, you can also catch the contest by downloading the ROUX102 app or by going to the http://www.roux102.com website. As an added feature, you can also livestream the game by downloading the HudlFan App and following the prompts. 

How to get there! 

The trip to Plain Dealing is roughly 90 miles long and takes an average of 1 hour and 40 minutes.  The fastest way and easiest drive to get there according to Google Maps is:
Take Hwy 147 North to Arcadia
Take I-20 West to Minden
Take exit 44 North (Cotton Valley /Springhill) onto Hwy 371 North
Take Hwy 371 North to Sarepta
Take Hwy 2 West to Plain Dealing
Turn on East Vance Street – Plain Dealing High address: 300 East Vance Street

 

 

 

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Throughout October, which has been deemed National Principals Month, the Jackson Parish School District is proudly celebrating the incredible principals who lead our schools with dedication and heart! Today, we recognize Mr. David Huckaby, Principal of Weston High School!

Mr. Huckaby is in his third year as principal and brings an incredible 30 years of experience in education. Coming from a long line of educators—including teachers, principals, and supervisors—Mr. Huckaby was inspired to follow in his family’s footsteps and make a positive impact on young people. He is passionate about helping students recognize the many opportunities available to them through hard work and dedication.

One of Mr. Huckaby’s proudest accomplishments as principal has been seeing a positive change in school culture, where all students are treated equally and supported in their growth. He is especially grateful for the strong community and parental support that makes Weston High such a special place. Whenever there is a need, the Weston community comes together for the betterment of the school.

A native of Winnfield, Louisiana, Mr. Huckaby enjoys spending time outdoors and traveling with family and friends, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Join the Jackson Parish School District in celebrating Mr. Huckaby for his leadership, vision, and commitment to excellence at Weston High School!

 

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When you’re hot, you’re hot! – Jerry Reed (1971)

It was a long time ago when country music icon Jerry Reed sang the catchy lyrics but they couldn’t be more on time when describing the second quarter that Brayden Martin in Quitman’s dominating 80-32 pre-season victory. over Choudrant on Tuesday.

Six times, Martin played “string music” from behind the arc in the second quarter that lifted the visiting Wolverines to a commanding 54-18 lead at the half. Add three free throws and a field goal, and the QHS senior accounted for 23 of the 33 points the Wolverines made in the quarter on his way to a team-leading 26 points, all made in the first half. Taden Thomas and Brayden Smith also reached “double digits” with 16 and 13 points, respectively, while Larson Thomas netted nine and Shane Reed added eight points and pulled down a team-tying 7 rebounds. Asher Schultz finished with four, and both Kaleb Maxwell and Abel Leach, who also had 7 boards, tallied two points each. 

Late Rally Falls Short for QHS girls

A 28-12 halftime lead by Choudrant was too much for Quitman to overcome despite a spirited second-half rally that drew the Lady Wolverines to within three points late in the game. The tough shooting night that saw QHS make only 13 of 55 (24%) field goals dampered what was a great night by Anna Leach, who scored 23 points (half the Quitman total) that included three 3-pointers. Hallie Kate Pullig was next in scoring with 8 points and led QHS with 9 rebounds, as Allie Robertson finished with 7 points. Kinsley Ponder, Taylor Borland, Annie Mobley, and Emma Walker, who also had 5 boards and 4 steals, all tallied two points each. 

 

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Jackson Parish Schools were recognized at the Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) Academic Goals and Improvement Committee meeting for showing significant growth in Math LEAP scores for the 2024-2025 school year!

This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, administrators, and families who strive every day for excellence in education.
Congratulations to everyone who contributed to this success — together, we’re building brighter futures for our students! – Jackson Parish School District Administration

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The Student/Athletes of the Week for October 19-25  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 Kynleigh Leach, who is an 8th grader on the Quitman High School Jr. High Basketball Team; 6th grader Ryan Kate Wyatt from the Weston High School Jr. High Softball Team, and Anthony Paggett, a junior on the Jonesboro-Hodge High School 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 outstanding athletic endeavors!

Student-Athlete of the Week

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Jackson Parish 4-Hers took part in the Louisiana State 4-H Forestry Contest on October 16th, with the team from Weston High School coming in 4th place overall, which included one team member receiving the highest score in one discipline and coming in 6th place in individual competition.

Representing Weston High School was:
Nathan Pierce 
Aiden Dowd 
Aiden Pierce 
Austin Durbin 

Leading the way to the tremendous showing was Nathan Pierce, who was recognized for having the highest score in Tree Identification and earned 6th place in the High Point Individual competition.

These 4-Hers were scored in Tree Identification, Insect Identification, Forestry Disease Identification, Reading Topographical Maps, Compass and Pacing Abilities, as well as Estimation of Volume of Sawlogs in LIVE Trees.

Jackson Parish 4-H gives thanks to Mr Derek Shields, Weston High School FFA, for the time and effort spent working with these young people and helping in developing skills that are essential in a forestry-based parish.

Jackson Parish 4-H – Making the Best Better!

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On Saturday, October 25th, nearly 50 boats containing Northeast Louisiana High School Anglers will descend on Caney Lake in Jackson Parish for the second leg of the 2025-26 tournament schedule and final date this fall.

Included are six teams containing Jackson Parish residents expected to “blast off” around 6:45 am from Caney Lake Landing and RV Park, located at 7777 LA Hwy 4 east of Jonesboro. 

Local anglers and expected to compete are: 

Sheppard Norred – Jackson Ables (Quitman High School)
Hailey Chatham – Ben Ramsey (Weston High School)
Drew Caldwell – Asher Norred (Quitman High School)
Benton Terry  – Maddox Duck of QHS (NELAHS) 
Jake Vail – Jaxon Cheatwood (Quitman High School)
Tucker Masters – Chance LeMoine (Quitman High School) 

Tournament Notes:

Caney Lake Landing will have breakfast beginning around 5:00 am.
Check in at the weigh trailer from 5:45-6:45 am
All boats should be in the water by 6:45 am
Live wells will be checked during blast off
Boats arriving after 6:45 am will check in after blast off

Weigh In:
Scales open @ 3:00 pm
Flight 1 check-in by 3:00 pm (Boats 1-25)
Flight 2 check-in by 3:15 pm (Boats 26-45)

For any questions, call or senda  text message to (318) 669 – 3309.

 

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