The Student/Athletes of the Week for January 4-10 from Jonesboro-Hodge, Quitman, and Weston High Schools have been selected. Sponsored by the Jackson Parish Hospital, the award recognizes an outstanding student/athlete from each school for their academic achievements and athletic accomplishments. Each award winner was chosen by select faculty and staff from the representative institutions. 

Earning accolades this week are: 
Taylor Borland – Junior on the QHS girls basketball team
Abram Toms – Junior on the WHS boys basketball team
Samone Mallard – Freshman on the JHHS girls basketball 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 their outstanding athletic endeavors!

Student-Athlete of the Week

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Saline High School has partnered with LifeShare out of Shreveport to hold a Blood Drive at the school, located at 1255 Cooper Avenue in Saline, on Friday, January 9th. By coming to the mobile unit from the hours of 9:00 am to 2:00 pm donors will receive a stadium blanket while supplies last. 

While it is not required, you can reserve a time to give by going to https://donor.lifeshare.org/…/sch…/drive_schedule/285863

or by downloading the QR Code shown below.

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MONROE, La. – University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Carrie L. Castille awarded degrees to 666 graduates at the Summer and Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies on December 13, 2025, including nine from Jackson Parish.

Two ceremonies were held for the four colleges: Arts, Education and Sciences, Business and Social Sciences, Health Sciences and Pharmacy, as well as the Graduate School.

Locals earning their Bachelor’s Degree were:

Laci Beaza-Diaz, Bachelor of Arts*
Savannah A. Dowden, Bachelor of Science*
Macie B. Hall, Bachelor of Arts
Madeline N. Hatfield, Bachelor of General Studies
Pamela Holland, Bachelor of Business Administration
Jayme N. Holstead, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Brianna R. Howard, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Breana M. Lewis, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Mason A. Shaw, Bachelor of Arts

Designation of an asterisk (*) means the graduate earned Cum Laude honors after having compiled a 3.500  to 3.749 grade point average (GPA).

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Jackson Parish native Nate Blundell continued his rise in the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) this past weekend when he won his American Kombat Alliance (AKA) bout against Cam White in Bossier City. 

Adding to the glory of Jackson Parish was that another local resident, Kerry Mullins, refereed Blundell’s fight and many others, while when not being in the “octagon” sat along ringside to judge other bouts.  

One of the rising stars of the AKA circuit, Blundell became a mainstay in the South’s premier MMA promotion company events in 2025, fighting in Lake Charles, LA in November and in Ruston, LA this past July. Prior to signing with AKA, in April of 2024 Blundell won four gold medals in the American Grappling Federation Tournament and three more gold medals in the Ground Fighters Union Tourney four months later. 

 

 

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The Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District (JPASD), Jonesboro Fire Department (JFD), and Jonesboro Fire District #1 have released their December 2025 call-out reports.

According to the reports, during the month of December, call volume increased by 44 for the JPASD, while the combined total of calls for the JFD and Jonesboro Fire District #1 was at 89, consistent with the average monthly call outs for the year.

The main culprit of the increase in call-outs for the JPASD was traffic accidents, which were documented at 11.3% of the 391 calls responded to, up from the 9.5% of the  347 call-outs shown for this past November. 

Jonesboro Fire Department December Call Report

Jonesboro Fire District #1 December Call Report

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The Jackson Parish Chapter of the Grambling University National Alumni Association (GUNAA) will meet at 5:30 pm on Thursday, January 8th. The first session of 2026 will take place at Travelers Rest Baptist Church, located at 409 Congo St. in Jonesboro. 

Jackson Parish Chapter President James Bradford requests that all existing GUNAA members and any who would be interested in joining show your support and make plans to attend. 

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Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School Gym

9:00 am – Warriors vs. MLC (5-6 b/g division)
9:45 am – Bulls vs. Tigers (5-6 b/g division)
10:30 am – Dolphins vs. Lakers (7-9 girls division)
11:15 am – Sparks vs. Mustangs (7-9 girls division)
12:00 pm – Pelicans vs Magic (7-8 boys division)
12:45 pm – Lakers vs. Nets ( 7-8 boys division)

Quitman High School Gym

9:00 am – Pelicans vs. Bulls (9-10 boys division)
9:45 am – Thunder vs. Magic (9-10 boys division)
10:30 am – Bucks vs. Lakers (11-12 boys division)
11:15 am – Warriors vs. Pelicans (11-12 boys division)
12:00 pm – Bobcats vs. Fever (11-13 girls division)
12:45 pm – Sparks vs. Wings (11-13 girls division)
1:30 pm – Spurs vs. Pelicans (13-14 boys division)
2:15 am – Tar Heels vs. Lakers (13-14 boys division)

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When Joe was born in July of 1915, his grandfather announced, “This child is the future president of the nation.” At the time, Joe’s grandfather was the mayor of Boston, Massachusetts, and Joe’s father was the president of the Columbia Trust Bank in Boston. From a young age, Joe’s father groomed him for a career in politics with the presidency as his ultimate goal for his son. Joe’s eight siblings were all held to high standards, but Joe was the favorite child. If Joe had his own goals in life, he never acted on them.

In 1933, Joe graduated from the prestigious Choate School in Wallingford, Connecticut, and won the Harvard trophy, one of the most coveted of athletic prizes, which was awarded annually to a member of the football team who best combined scholarship and sportsmanship. Although Joe was not the first person to win the trophy, his was the first name engraved upon it.

Rather than going straight into college, Joe was one of 20 youths selected from over 900 applicants “for a year’s trip around the world on a four-masted schooner.” Joe and his group visited every continent and almost every European country on their tour. While in Germany, Joe praised Adolph Hitler and his forced sterilization program in a letter to his father. He said Hitler’s program was doing “away with many of the disgusting specimens of men which inhabit this earth.”

In the fall of 1934, Joe entered Harvard College and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree four years later. Joe then enrolled at Harvard Law School, the next logical step on his way to the presidency. With World War II looming on the horizon for Americans, Joe was among a group of Harvard students who formed the Harvard Committee Against Military Intervention in Europe and proclaimed, “Since, contrary to the assertions of the Committee for Militant Aid to Britain, there is every reason to believe that America is not now at war, it is incumbent upon us to consider the possibility of remaining at peace.”

War often brings opportunity. Despite his initial opposition to the war, Joe put his law studies on hold and enlisted in the U.S. Naval Reserve in June of 1944. Becoming a war hero would certainly help his political ambitions.

The United States officially entered the war on December 7, 1941, when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. As a pilot, Joe flew more than enough combat missions to allow him to return home.

Fellow pilot Louis Papas said, “There was never an occasion for a mission that meant extra hazard that Joe did not volunteer. He had everybody’s unlimited admiration and respect for his courage, zeal, and willingness to undertake the most dangerous missions.”

In August 1944, Joe volunteered to take part in Operation Aphrodite, in which war-weary bombers were converted into radio-controlled missiles. The plan was that Joe and his co-pilot, Wilford Willy, would fly the “drone” bomber with over 21,000 pounds of explosives to an altitude of 2,000 feet, at which point another airplane would gain complete radio control. Joe and Wilford would then arm the explosives and parachute out of the airplane over England. The crew in the second airplane would fly the radio-controlled bomber to its target.

At 6:18 p.m. on August 12, Joe radioed, “Spade Flush,” the code phrase for the second airplane to take radio control of the drone. At 6:20, while Joe and Wilford awaited the signal to bail out, the bombs detonated prematurely.

Joe’s father’s dreams of his son becoming president ended with Joe’s death. Well, only for a short time. You see, had Joe not been killed during World War II, it is unlikely that his brother would have become president of the United States. Joe, Joseph Kennedy Jr., was the older brother of John F. Kennedy.

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The Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Committee at Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School (JHES) would like to congratulate the following students, faculty, and support staff members for earning January Awards:

Students of the Month

Ladi Burns, 1st Grade (Odenbaugh)
Patrick Jackson, 1st Grade (Leonard)

Faculty of the Month

Ms. Debra Shows, Pre-K Teacher

Support of the Month

Ms. Anna Candler, Cafeteria Tech

PBIS, or Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, is a school-wide framework that focuses on preventing problem behaviors by proactively teaching and reinforcing positive actions, creating a better school climate, and improving academic and social-emotional outcomes for all students.

It’s an evidence-based, tiered system that emphasizes prevention, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement over punitive measures, using data to guide support for students’ behavioral, social, and emotional needs.

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Over the past three years, tournament participation has fallen off dramatically, mainly due to forward-facing sonar (FFS). Organizations have made rule changes with the hope of bringing tournament anglers back. Some have eliminated FFS altogether, while the Major League Fishing trails like the BFL’s and the Toyota Series have put a time limit (three hours) on how long FFS can be used on tournament day.

While there’s no pleasing all the anglers, some tournament trails are hoping that the changes they have made will encourage anglers to come back and fish. They’ve made compromises for both sides: those who are in favor of FFS and those who want it eliminated from the sport altogether.

Some anglers feel this new technology has no place in pro tournament fishing. It’s a great tool for the weekend warrior and an awesome tool for scouting. But for tournament use, others feel it is damaging the integrity of the sport. It’s made touring pros out of average to below average anglers.

Where organizations believe they have lost co-anglers, it turns out the boater/pros are also walking away. Early registration for the upcoming BFL (Cowboy Division) on Sam Rayburn indicates that they have more co-anglers signed up than boater/pros. This is a big problem for the parent company, Major League Fishing.

So many factors are at play when it comes to getting anglers back. Economy, price of boats and too many tournament trails are creating problems, not to mention the FFS issues.

To use a political hot word for 2026, “affordability” is a big concern for a lot of anglers. One tournament director of a major fishing organization made the comment that anglers are not having “fun” anymore. This is very much a true statement!

I agree with this comment. The fun days of showing up at a particular body of water and competing with guys you respect and have good relationships with are gone.

We, as anglers, never really thought about anyone cheating. But with so many issues last year with rules violations and failed polygraph tests, it’s now the first thing that pops into our heads when we back our boats down the ramp.

COVID, I believe, has also played a hand in the drop-off of angler participation. Back during the pandemic, the structure of tournaments changed. Anglers who fished during this period know that tournament directors focused on making sure we kept our distance from each other due to COVID restrictions.

The rules for a weigh-in changed as you had to stay in your boat and bring your fish to the scales one at a time. No more gathering of anglers at the weigh tanks.

Once you weighed in, you were expected to leave immediately, and winning checks were often mailed. This took all the fun out of tournament fishing and eliminated the connection anglers had developed over the years.

But during this difficult time, it was truly a lifesaver and a boost to anglers’ morale because they were excited just to have bass tournaments. Anglers appreciated the efforts organizations and directors put forth just so anglers could compete. Connections and comradery are very important to bass anglers. That’s what makes it fun!

Hopefully, 2026 will bring a new beginning and a resurgence of anglers coming back to fishing tournaments. My hat is off to all tournament organizations as they try and navigate the new technology with FFS while trying to please as many anglers as possible.

I’ve always said the worst job in the world would be trying to make bass fishermen happy.

Best wishes and tight lines to all anglers for the upcoming tournament season!

 

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SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

BOKF, N.A.
VS 37927
CHRISTOPHER LEE RICE

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 7th day of JANUARY, 2026. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF THE SE 1/4 OF NW 1/4, SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 3 WEST AND THE WEST LINE OF THE U.S. HIGHWAY 167 AND RUN SOUTH 40 DEGREES 45′ WEST ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID HIGHWAY FOR A DISTANCE OF 80 FEET FOR A STARTING POINT. FROM STARTING POINT RUN SOUTH 39 DEGREES 00′ WEST ALONG THE WEST LINE OF U.S. HIGHWAY 167 FOR A DISTANCE OF 210 FEET, THENCE NORTH 51 DEG 00′ WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 210 FEET, THENCE NORTH 39 DEG 00′ EAST PARALLEL TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID HIGHWAY FOR A DISTANCE OF 210 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 51 DEG 00′ EAST TO STARTING POINT, A DISTANCE OF 210 FEET. ALL IN THE SE 1/4 OF NW 1/4, SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 3 WEST, CONTAINING 1.0 ACRE. LESS AND EXCEPT A 0.171 ACRE TRACT TRANSFERRED BY DEED FILED IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 333, AT PAGE 213 OF THE RECORDS OF JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING.
A 0.131 ACRE TRACT OF LAND DESIGNATED TRACT “2”, ON THAT CERTAIN PLAT OF SURVEY FOR MR. TROY JOHNSTON DATED JULY 15, 2008, BY W. G. KIRKLAND, P,L.S., SITUATED IN THE SE 1/4 OF NW 1/4 SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 3 WEST, LAND DISTRICT NORTH OF RED RIVER, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA AND BEING MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT:

COMMENCE AT A 3/4″ IRON ROD (SET) ON THE WEST LINE OF STATE PROJECT #023-06-0050 (U,S. HIGHWAY NO. 167) SAID IRON ROD BEING 2880.69 FEET NORTH AND 2395.87 FEET EAST OF A 2″ IRON SHAFT MARKING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 3 WEST,

THENCE LEAYING SAID WEST LINE PROCEED NORTH 57 DEG 49 MINUTES 54 SECONDS WEST 233.08 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON ROD (SET); THENCE PROCEED NORTH 30 DEG 48 MINUTES 14 SECONDS EAST 126.32 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON ROD (SET); THENCE PROCEED NORTH 53 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 31 SECONDS EAST
158.09 FEET TO A 3/4″ REBAR (FOUND) MARKING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SHANNA LYNN STROZIER PROPERTY FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE 0.131′ ACRE TRACT OF LAND HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED; THENCE PROCEED SOUTH 80 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 01 SECONDS EAST 89,70 FEET TO A 3/4″‘1RON ROD (SET); THENCE PROCEED SOUTH 53 DEGREES 05 MINUTES 52 SECONDS EAST 97.47 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON ROD (SET) ON THE WEST LINE OF STATE PROJECT #023-06-0050 (U.S. HIGHWAY NO.167); THENCE PROCEED ALONG THE WEST LINE OF STATE PROJECT #023-06-0050 (U.S. HIGHWAY NO. 167) SOUTH 36 DEG 31 MINUTES 08 SECONDS WEST 41.86 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON ROD (FOUND) MARKING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SHANNA LYNN STROZIER PROPERTY; THENCE PROCEED NORTH 53 DEG 05 MINUTES 52 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SHANNA LYNN STROZIER PROPERTY, 177.08 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING CONTAINING 0.131 ACRES AND BEING SUBJECT TO ALL SERVITUDES OF RECORD OR OF USE. ALL AS PER PLAT OF SURVEY DATED JULY 15, 2008 BY WALTER GLEN KIRKLAND, PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR, LOUISIANA REGISTRY NO. 4759.

A 0.428 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, DESIGNATED TRACT “1” ON THAT CERTAIN PLAT OF SURVEY FOR MR. TROY JOHNSTON DATED JULY 15, 2008, BY W.G. KIRKLAND, P.L.S., SITUATED IN THE SE 1/4 OF NW 1/4, SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 3 WEST, LAND DISTRICT NORTH OF RED RIVER, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA AND BEING MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT:

BEGIN AT A 3/4″ IRON ROD (SET) ON THE WEST LINE OF STATE PROJECT #023-06-0050 (U.S. HIGHWAY NO. 167) SAID IRON ROD BEING 2880.69 FEET NORTH AND 2395.87 FEET EAST OF A 2″ IRON SHAFT MARKING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 3 WEST, THENCE LEAVING SAID WEST LINE PROCEED NORTH 57 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 54 SECONDS WEST 233.08 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON ROD (SET); THENCE PROCEED NORTH 30 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 14 SECONDS EAST 126.32 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON ROD (SET) ; THENCE PROCEED NORTH 53 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 31 SECONDS EAST 158.09 FEET TO A 3/4″ REBAR (FOUND) MARKING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SHANNA LYNN STROZIER PROPERTY; THENCE PROCEED SOUTH 37 DEG 31 MINUTES 24 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE SHANNA LYNN STROZIER PROPERTY 210.00 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON ROD (FOUND); THENCE PROCEED SOUTH 53 DEG 05 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SHANNA LYNN STROZIER PROPERTY 180.77 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON ROD (FOUND) ON THE WEST LINE OF STATE PROJECT (#023-06-0050 (U.S. HIGHWAY NO. 167); THENCE PROCEED ALONG THE WEST LINE OF STATE PROJECT #023-06-0050 (U.S. HIGHWAY NO.167) SOUTH 36 DEG 31 MINUTES 08 SECONDS WEST 2.50 FEET TO A RIGHT OF WAY MONUMENT

(FOUND) AND SOUTH 10 DEG 52 MINUTES 17 SECONDS WEST 50.56 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING CONTAINING 0.428 ACRES AND BEING SUBJECT TO ALL SERVITUDES OF RECORD OR OF USE. ALL AS PER PLAT OF SURVEY DATED JULY 15, 2008 BY WALTER GLEN KIRKLAND, PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR, LOUISIANA REGISTRY NO. 4759.

Seized as the property of the above named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all costs, sale to be made for cash WITH the benefit of appraisal.

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO AUCTIONEER

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

FIRST HORIZON BANK
vs 37730
DARRY LAMAR NELSON AND JUDITH ANN HUMBYRD NELSON

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 14th day of JANUARY, 2026 Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

ALL THAT PART OF THE NE 1/4 OF SW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 16 NORTH, RANGE 1 WEST, LAND DISTRICT NORTH OF RED RIVER, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, LYING SOUTH OF THE CENTERLINE OF LOUISIANA HIGHWAY 146, CONTAINING 1.3 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING AND COMPONENT PARTS.
AND
A TRACT OF LAND IN THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 16 NORTH, RANGE 1 WEST, LAND DISTRICT NORTH OF RED RIVER, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT:
COMMENCING AT AN ANGLE IRON FOUND MARKING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 30, THENCE ALONG THE SOUTH LINE THEREOF NORTH 89 DEGREES 51 43″ WEST 2635.82 FEET TO THE UN-MONUMENTED SOUTH QUARTER CORNER; THENCE ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 OF SW 1/4 OF SE 1/4, NORTH O DEGREES 17 ’30” WEST 658.48 FEET TO THE UN-MONUMENTED NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE THEREOF, SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54′ 07” EAST 467.28 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE GLADYS NELSON ESTATE 2 ACRE TRACT; THENCE CONTINUE ON THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, AND ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID 2 ACRE TRACT, 295.68 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON PIPE SET MARKING THE NORTHEAST CORNER THEREOF, AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 OF SW 1/4 OF SE 1/4, SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54′ 07” EAST 208.71 FEET TO A 3/4″ IRON PIPE SET; THENCE DUE SOUTH 208.71 FEET TO A 3/4′ IRON PIPE SET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 54′ 07” WEST 208,71 FEET; THENCE DUE NORTH 208.71 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1.00 ACRES OF LAND, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING AND COMPONENT PARTS, SITUATED IN JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA; SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE 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, WITH the benefit of appraisal.

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

SHERIFF’S SALE

Parish of Jackson
State of Louisiana

GUARANTY BANK AND TRUST COMPANY OF DELHI
vs 37958
ADMC PROPERTIES, 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 Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office, Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 21st day of JANUARY 2026. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property, to wit:

LOT ONE (1) OF BLOCK “B” OF THE J.D. JEFFRESS ADDITION NO. TWO (2) TO THE TOWN OF JONESBORO AS PER PLAT OF RECORD IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING.

Seized as the property of the above-named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all costs, sale to be made for cash, WITH the benefit of appraisal.

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

SHERIFF’S SALE

Parish of Jackson
State Of Louisiana

GUARANTY BANK & TRUST COMPANY OF DELHI
vs 37878
AM PROPERTIES & INVESTMENTS, 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 Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office, Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 21ST day of JANUARY, 2026. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

THOSE CERTAIN PIECES, PARCELS OF TRACTS OF LAND, TOGETHER WITH ALL OF THE IMPROVEMENTS SITUATED THEREUPON, ALL APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING AND COMPONENT PARTS SITUATED AND LOCATED IN THE NE 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE 4 WEST, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, BEARING THE MUNICIPAL ADDRESS OF: 869 FIREWOOD ROAD, JONESBORO, LOUISIANA 71251, AND BEING MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

LOT 22 OF THE SOUTH HIGHLAND SUBDIVISION TO THE TOWN OF JONESBORO, AS MORE FULLY SHOWN ON THAT SURVEY SHOWING SOUTH HIGHLAND SUBDIVISION, PREPARED BY U.S. ROANE, C.E., DATED OCTOBER 26, 1956, RECORDED AT CONVEYANCE BOOK 90, PAGE 428, ACQUIRED AND FILED ON JULY 29, 1970, IN COB 136, PAGE 202, RECORDS OF JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA.
ALSO:
BEGINNING AT THE SW CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4, SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE 4 WEST, AND RUNNING DUE EAST 243 FEET TO THE EAST SIDE OF THE ROAD RUNNING NORTHEAST AND SOUTHWEST THROUGH SAID FORTY, THENCE RUN N13 DEGREES 45' EA DISTANCE OF 350 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING THENCE RUN DUE EAST 150 FEET; THENCE RUN IN A NORTHEASTERLY DIRECTION PARALLEL WITH THE ABOVE ROAD 100 FEET; THENCE RUN DUE WEST 150 FEET OR A DISTANCE SUFFICIENT TO INTERSECT THE RIGHT OF WAY OF THE ABOVE ROAD; THENCE RUN IN A SOUTHWESTERLY DIRECTION ALONG AND WITH THE RIGHT OF WAY OF SAID ROAD A DISTANCE SUFFICIENT TO
INTERSECT THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
ALSO:
LOT NUMBER SIX (6) OF BLOCK ONE (1) OF THE J.D. JEFFRESS ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF JONESBORO, LOUISIANA.

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, WITH the benefit of appraisal.

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The Jackson Parish School Board met in a regular scheduled meeting at 11:00 a.m. on January 5, 2026 at Jackson Parish School Board, 315 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, Louisiana.
The following were present for roll call: Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Paulette Belton, Gerry Mims, Wade McBride and Dennis Clary. Absent: Calvin Waggoner
Gerry Mims gave the Invocation.
Rick Barlow led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The meeting was called to order by Mary Saulters.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to approve the minutes from the Regular Scheduled meetings held on December 1, 2025.
Announcement of Public Meeting:
Notice is hereby given that at its meeting to be held on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at its regular meeting place, the Jackson Parish School Board Office, 315 Pershing Hwy., Jonesboro, Louisiana, the Parish School Board of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, plans to consider adopting a resolution ordering and calling an election to be held in the Consolidated School District No. 1 of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana to authorize the levy of an ad valorem tax therein.
The Board recognized David Huckaby, Principal of Weston High School and Kim Shows, Math Teacher at Weston who presented updates on NIET and Embedded Coaching.
Rick Barlow 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 Wade McBride and carried to approve for payment the following bills: General Fund, Federal Program, School Food Service, Sales Tax, Special Education and District Maintenance bills.
Kristi Bass, Business Manager presented the Financial Report.
Dennis Clary reported to the Board on the meeting of the Policy Committee held prior to the Board meeting.
A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving the following policy revisions:
• BCBB – Notification of School Board Meetings
• DFK – Sale of Surplus Equipment and Supplies
• DJE – Purchasing
• EBBC – Emergency/Crisis Management
• GBC – Recruitment
• GBN – Dismissal of Employees
• GBRA – Employee Conduct
• JGCF – Behavioral Health Support for Students
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried to adjourn at 11:25 a.m.

 

Eddie Mack Langston
April 8, 1938 – January 3, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Eddie Mack, who went to be with the Lord on January 3, 2026, at the age of 87. Eddie was born on April 8, 1938.

Eddie was married for 61 years to the love of his life, Linda Langston, and together they built a family rooted in love, faith, and devotion. He loved his family first and foremost, and he showed that love daily through his actions, presence, and unwavering support.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Langston; his daughter, Lea Anna Neatherland (Jeff); his grandchildren, Brea Nomey (Dusty) and Slade Neatherland (Maggie); his great-grandchildren, Cruz Nomey and Harper Kate Neatherland; and his bonus grandson, Chris Theriot.

Eddie was preceded in death by his son, Jeffery Lynn Langston; his father, Edgar Langston; his mother, Maple Langston; his brother, Edgar “Junior” Langston; and his sister, Tommie Parker.

Growing up, Eddie was one of nine siblings, an experience that helped shape his strong sense of family and loyalty. He was an accomplished athlete, playing football for Arkansas State University and the University of Arkansas during the late 1950s.

Eddie dedicated over 20 years of service as a police juryman, proudly serving his community. He was also a respected local contractor, building many homes throughout the parish before eventually becoming a cement contractor.

An avid golfer, Eddie greatly enjoyed time on the course. He was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan, never missing an opportunity to cheer on his team. Eddie cherished his daily routine of making the rounds each morning, drinking coffee with his buddies, and on Thursday evenings, he enjoyed spending time at the camp with friends. In his quieter moments, he found peace in caring for his animals. He was also a Mason for over 60 years.

Eddie was a faithful member of Siloam Springs Community Church, where his faith remained an important part of his life.

A private family graveside service was held on Monday, January 5th at Siloam Springs Cemetery in Jonesboro under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home in Jonesboro, LA.

Though deeply missed, Eddie leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, faith, and friendship. His life was a testament to dedication—to his family, his community, and the people he loved so dearly. We find comfort in knowing he is now at peace.

Sheila Diane Green
February 24, 1953 – January 1, 2026

Sheila Diane Green, age 72, of Chatham, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Forest Haven Nursing Home. Sheila found joy in life’s simple pleasures, especially shopping trips—her favorite destination always being Wal-Mart. She had a fondness for all things glittery and sparkly, from jewelry to purses, which reflected her bright and cheerful spirit. Sheila had a deep love for animals of all kinds, including her cherished two dogs and two cats, and even held a special place in her heart for stuffed animals. Above all else, her greatest happiness came from spending time with her grandchildren, who were the true light of her life.

Survivors include her husband, Jackie Green; sons, Chad Myers (Kristy), Brian Myers (Amanda), Steven Myers, and James Lowe (Michelle); grandchildren, Hayley Carroll (Will), Hunter Myers, Austin Myers (Andrea), Dakota Myers, Peyton Myers, Brianna Templeton (Devin), Kaylee Myers, Clayton Myers, Jayzley Robinson, Carsen Myers and Anna Lowe; and sister, Kay Harper (Johnny).

Sheila was preceded in death by her father, William Stewart Johnson; mother, Ola Edna (Sutton) Johnson; and baby boy, Marvin Myers.

The funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at the Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tim Atkins officiating. Burial followed in the Chatham Cemetery under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.

Pallbearers included Hunter Myers, Clayton Myers, Austin Myers, Dakota Myers, Devin Templeton and Will Carroll.

The family would like to thank Sandra Billings and the entire staff at Forest Haven Nursing Home for their excellent care of Sheila.

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Jackson Parish Fire Chief Association President Phillip Brown, who is also the Fire Chief of Quitman Fire District 1, has announced that as of January 3, 2026, Jackson Parish is under a BURN BAN through the following press release.  

Per Jackson Parish Police Jury Ordinance 05-0825-2011, I, Fire Chief Philip Brown, President of the Jackson Parish Fire Chief Association, hereby declare a BURN BAN for the Parish of Jackson.

Any temporary burn ban so imposed by the President of the Jackson Parish Fire Chief Association shall prohibit ALL outdoor burning until such time as the Fire Chief determines that the weather conditions are safe enough to cancel the burn ban.
This burn ban becomes effective January 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM. It SHALL remain in effect until cancelled.

This Ordinance SHALL NOT apply to prescribed burns by the La. Department of Agriculture and Forestry, by those trained and certified by the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, or by those who conduct prescribed burning as a “generally accepted agriculture practice” as defined by the Louisiana Right to Farm Law (R.S. 3:3601 et seq.).

Violation of this burn ban may result in a $500.00 fine and/or 6 months in jail.

 

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Several new laws and policy changes are set to take effect across Louisiana beginning January 1, 2026, impacting drivers, homeowners, court proceedings, insurance policyholders, and those involved in civil lawsuits. The changes stem from legislation passed during recent sessions and reflect a broader shift in public safety, legal standards, and consumer protections.

Key Louisiana Laws Taking Effect January 1, 2026

• Hands-free driving law fully enforced
• Modified comparative fault standard in injury lawsuits
• Limits on recoverable medical expenses in civil cases
• Expanded tax credits for home fortification projects
• New licensing requirements for residential roofing contractors
• Mandatory electronic or in-person court filings for attorneys
• Insurance companies required to disclose credit score use

One of the most visible changes involves the state’s expanded hands-free driving law. Beginning January 1, full enforcement will begin following the end of a grace period. Drivers will no longer be allowed to hold a mobile phone while driving for texting, scrolling, browsing, or similar actions. Penalties will increase in school zones and construction zones, and repeat violations may result in steeper fines.

Louisiana will also see a major shift in how fault is assessed in personal injury lawsuits. The state is moving from a pure comparative fault system to a modified comparative fault standard. Under the new law, a person found to be 51 percent or more responsible for an accident will be barred from recovering damages. Those found 50 percent or less at fault may still recover compensation, but any award will be reduced based on their percentage of responsibility.

Changes are also coming to how medical expenses are calculated in injury cases. Under the new law, plaintiffs may only recover the amount actually paid for medical care rather than the higher amounts originally billed by healthcare providers. Supporters say the change brings awards more in line with real costs, while critics argue it may limit recovery for some injured parties.

Homeowners will see new incentives aimed at strengthening properties against severe weather. Expanded tax deductions and credits will be available for qualifying home fortification projects, including improvements that increase wind resistance. One measure allows homeowners to receive up to a $10,000 tax credit for qualifying roof fortification upgrades.

New licensing requirements will also take effect for residential roofing contractors. For roofing projects exceeding $7,500, contractors must now hold a state-issued residential roofing license or a residential construction license with a roofing designation. The law is intended to protect homeowners from unqualified contractors, particularly following major storms.

Court procedures will also change beginning in 2026. Attorneys will be required to submit court filings electronically or in person in paper form, in accordance with systems established by each clerk of court. The move is aimed at modernizing court operations and improving efficiency statewide.

Additionally, insurance companies operating in Louisiana will be required to disclose to policyholders whether credit scores are used in determining insurance premiums. While full implementation of this requirement begins later in 2026, the change marks a shift toward greater transparency for consumers.

Together, the new laws represent a mix of safety enforcement, legal reform, and consumer-focused policy changes that will affect residents across the state as the new year begins.

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The Jackson Parish School Board will hold its first meeting of 2006 on Monday, January 5th. The session will take place at 11:00 am in the Conference Room of the Jackson Parish School District Central Office, located at 315 Pershing Hwy in Jonesboro. 

The regularly scheduled meeting will open with board members Rick Barlow, Gerry Mims, Paulette Belton, Dennis Clary, Wade McBride, Mary Saulters, and Calvin Waggoner approving the minutes as presented from the December 1, 2025, meeting.

An announcement of a Public Meeting to be held on Monday, February 2, 2026, where the School Board plans to consider adopting a resolution ordering and calling an election to be held in the Consolidated School District No. 1 to authorize the levy of an ad valorem tax therein will follow. 

David Huckaby, Principal of Weston High School, will then provide updates on the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET) program and Embedded Coaching. 

The consideration of adopting recommendations from the Executive / Finance and Policies Committee will take place before Superintendent William “Billy” Carter closes the meeting with his comments. 

In accordance with the Americans Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact William Carter at 318-259-4456 describing the assistance that is necessary.

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The Office of the Jackson Parish Clerk of Court announces that the names of those subject to serve on the January 7, 2026, Grand Jury have been drawn. Individuals listed should have received an official summons from the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office in the mail.

Grand Jury selection only takes about 45 minutes and DOES NOT get cancelled. This is NOT a Petit Jury which sits for a trial. If you have already been excused by the Judge, you DO NOT have to appear or follow up.

Names of Potential Grand Jury Members

ADKINS, DESTINY PAIGE
ALDY, PAUL WOODROW
ANDERSON, KAYLA PAULINE
ASHCRAFT, GARLAND ALEXANDER
BANDY, JUSTIN TYLER
BARKER, SHELIA ROWE
BARNES, CARDELL ONEAL
BELL, SCOTT ARTHUR
BLAKE, PATRICIA LACAS
BOONE, LORI COLEMAN
BOWDEN, ERIN DANIELLE
BROWDER, CARLETTE JACOBS
BROWN, CHARLENE J
BROWN, DOROTHY MARIE
BROWN, GARY DAVID
BROWN, REBECCA HALE
BURNS, COURTNEY
BURTON, TIMOTHY DUSTIN
BUSSEY, LATOYSIA LATRICE
CALLOWAY, JASMINE
CARTER, DANIELLE MARTINA
CASKEY, JANET BROWN
CHATHAM, BRENDA WOODS
CHATMAN, DERRIC TYRONE
CLIMER, MARGARET LURETTA
COFFMAN, NELDA JAN W
COLDIRON, ISAAC BRADLEY
COLEMAN, APRIL DANIELLE
COLEMAN, MARILYN DALE
CORLEY, TAMMY JO
CUMPTON, AMANDA COOPER
CURRY, ROGER DALE
DARK, KEVIN L
DAVIS, JOHNNY LEE
DAVIS, TERRY W
DICKS, MARILYN S
DIFFY, SARAH AMANDA
DILL, CHARDAE RENA
DISON, PAIGE LEEDY
DOBBINS, ALONZO F
DOYLE JR, LEAMON
DUCK, CAITLIN ELLIOTT
DUNHAM, JEFFERY RYAN
EASON, PATSY PERSONS
FABER, THOMAS PAUL
FAULKNER, MONTE DEAN
FENDLEY, FAITH ANN
FENN, TAWNYA LEIGH
FISCHER, CHARLES WAYNE
FORD, MARGARET O
FREDRICKS, JUDITH WATERS
FUTRELL, MADELYN ANNE
GARRETT, SUZETTE ANISSA JONES
GARRETT, THOMAS BRYAN
GRAY, TOMMY RANDALL
GREER, KRISTI HARPER
GRIMSLEY, WENDY DENISE
GRIMSLEY, WINDY M
GULLEY, ROBERT WAYNE
HAILE, NACIEA KASHEAY
HAMMONS, DONNA BENNETT
HARDWICK, MISTY A
HARDY, TIA’ NIKOLE
HARRIS, SHANETRA MONIQUE
HAYES, SHIRLEY BALLARD
HENDERSON, ANGELA DENISE
HINTON, ARCHIE KEMP
HODGES, MINNIE OSBORNE
HOFFPAUIR, MICKEY PAUL
HOLDEN, DIANE DOROTHY ROBINSON
HUMBLE, LARRY JACOB
INGLES, MICHAEL DAVID
JACKSON, IREE POCHE
JACKSON, KATANA DEJANEE
JAMES, JAYDA LEAANN
JOHNS, TYLER RAY
KEES, MARILYN K
KINDLE, YOKO YOLANDA
KIRKHAM, LORANE
KNEIPP, KAY I
LAWSON, TERRANCE DAVID
LEONARD, CHEVONDA W
LEONARD, NATHANIEL ANTONIO
LOWREY II, BRANDON LEE
MADERE, DEBORAH ROBINSON
MAGEE, KIMBERLY RENATA
MAHAFFEY, STAN HUNT
MARTIN, JOHN LAMAR
MASTERS, JOHN DURWOOD
MATHEWS, CATHY HARPER
MCCARTNEY, DONNA W
MCGUIRE, TATEREA S
MCMANUS, KANDIE AUTTONBERRY
MCQUINN, CHANTAY LANAE BAILEY
MERIDETH, RICKY DALE
MILLER, ANGELA DAWN
MIXON, JAMES MCARTHUR
MOFFITT, DANIEL DEWAYNE
MOORE, JUDY P
MORGAN, ELIZABETH STUCKEY
MOSS, DANIELLE LYNETTE
MURPHREY, LANDON MICHAEL
MURPHY, BONNIE F
MURRAY, BRIAN EDWARD
MYERS, BRIAN AUSTIN
NORMAN, AIMEE DORENE
NORMAN, JULIA E
ODENBAUGH, TERRI S
OLIVER, VONDA LYNN
OTWELL, SANDRA MARIE
PAGGETT, WILFRED KEITH
PEAIR, ARIEL CHANELLE
PEEL, ZADIE HENDERSON
RICE, ALICE WILLENE M
RICH, EDWARD LYNN
ROPER, MARK ALLEN
SALSBERRY, BARBARA KEY’EDRA
SAVAGE, VERLON SCOTT
SHOWS, SAMANTHA ENNIS
SHRYOCK, JOHN HALLECK
SMITH, DENISE ANN
SMITH, GINA BRYMER
SMITH, LESLIE LUCIEN
SMITH, MARY A BOLDS
SMITH, MICHAEL K
STEVENS, BYRON OSCAR
STEVENSON, LISA JO
STEVENSON, SAWYER SCOTT
STOKES, MORGAN ANN
TATUM, LANTIS RAY
TATUM, LOUISE JONES
TERRAL, NELLIE JEAN
THOMAS, KARI JOHNSON
TIBBIT, SHIRLEY HAMMONS
TOWNLEY, BONNIE C
TRAINA, KIM DESLATTES
TREADWAY, TRACY TRAINA
TUBBS, KAREN HOLLIS
TURNBOW, TIFFANY ALMA
TURNER, MARSHA K
VALENTINE, CYNTHIA DIANNE
VENZANT, MARY HELEN
WALDROP, JASON T
WALKER, ASHLEY DENISE
WARREN, CANDICE KIMBELL
WASHINGTON, EDDIE LEEVANCE
WELLS, ROBBIE JACOB
WILLIAMS, KOLBY BRANDON
WILLIS, THERESA KIRBY
WOMACK, CHRISTOPHER RICHARD

I HEREBY CERTIFY THE ABOVE IS A TRUE AND CORRECT LIST OF GRAND JURORS SELECTED BY DRAWING INDISCRIMINATELY BY LOT WITH NO DISTINCTION, NEITHER INCLUSION THEREIN OR EXCLUSION THEREFROM MADE ON ACCOUNT OF RACE, COLOR OR PREVIOUS SERVITUDE AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH LA. CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE ARTICLE 416. THE JURY COMMISSION OF JACKSON PARISH DREW THIS LIST FROM THE GENERAL VENIRE OF JACKSON PARISH, LA. ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2025, TO SERVE AS GRAND JURORS ON THE ABOVE DATE OR FOR AS LONG AS MAY BE NECESSARY IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL OF THE OFFICE OF CLERK OF COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, THIS DECEMBER 9, 2025.

LAURA H. CULPEPPER, CLERK OF COURT, JACKSON PARISH, JONESBORO, LA

 

 

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Quitman High School will open its 2026 portion of the LHSAA basketball season by traveling to St. Frederick’s High School in Monroe on Tuesday, January 6th. Both the girls’ and boys’ games will be broadcast on the radio as the Downs Law Firm High School Game of the Week, presented by Origin Bank. You can follow the action that will begin at 6:00 pm by tuning in to 105.7 FM, 540 AM, or by going to the K104 Downs Law Facebook page. 

As an added highlight for local prep hoop fans, Jonesboro-Hodge will be at Weston High School on Tuesday for an all Jackson Parish battle slated to begin at 6:00 pm with the girls’ game. 

Prior to the Tuesday contests, JHHS will travel to Columbia to face Caldwell Parish High on Monday, while Weston will make the short trip to neighboring Saline. Both girls’ games will tip off at 6:00 pm with the boys’ contest immediately following. 

Lady Tigers Start New Year in Style

Jonesboro-Hodge continued the momentum it found at the end of December by opening the new year with an impressive 53-49 victory over Rayville. By beating a team with a winning record for the first time this season, the Lady Tigers won for the third time in the last four games and improved to 5-10 on the year. Class 2A Rayville dropped to 9-8 overall. 

Sanaa Tatum continued her holiday season surge by pouring in a game-high 20 points to lead JHHS in scoring. Neesha Johnson and Samone Mallard also came up big with 16 and 12 points, respectively. Syla Malone and Derryn Osborne added two points each and Jakhorielle Lard sank a free throw to round out the scoring for J-H. 

Early Deficit Dooms JH Boys

Visiting Rayville jumped out to a 25-12 first quarter lead that ballooned to 36-17 at the half that proved to be the difference in the 73-34 loss. With their fourth loss in a row, the Tigers fell to 2-12 while Rayville improved to 14-6 overall. Darion Gray scored 14 points to lead the Tigers while Dylan Hayes also scored in double digits with 10. King Campbell chipped in with 8 points , Tyson Burks finished with five and Channing Gray tallied three points. Raylon Bradford also made a basket. 

Saline Eases Past Evans

Saline spotted homestanding Evans a 13-12 first quarter lead but with Gavin Dailey scoring 14 of his game high 23 points the Bobcats surged to a 38-19 advantage over the next two quarters to coast to the victory. With their third victory in the last four games, Saline climbed above the .500 mark with a 10-9 record while Evans fell to 4-13 on the year. Jackson Bougues also came up big with a season-best 11 points as Conner Roberts and Elijah Calloway chipped in with 8 and 6 points apiece. Jay Nash, Braydon Robinson, and Eli Ferguson all scored four points eac,h and Haydon LaBorde hit a three-pointer. 

 

 

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The Town of Jonesboro is proud to announce that FREE Financial Literacy Classes are being offered every Tuesday for an opportunity for every family to gain the knowledge and confidence needed to build a stronger financial future.

“This 6–8 week cohort will empower our community with practical tools, smarter money decisions, and long-term planning skills,” said Jonesboro Mayor James “Spike” Harris. 

The class, which is open to all and has light refreshments provided, will begin each Tuesday at 7:00 PM in the Conference Room of City Hall, located at 128 Allen Avenue in Jonesboro. If you are not able to attend the class in person, you can also view it online at jonesborola.net. 

If you have any questions, please call (318) 259-2385.

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Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Rachel Shively has a notice for Attorneys Practicing in Jackson Parish.

Effective January 1, 2026, as mandated by Act 352 of the 2025 Regular Legislative Session and Act 694 of the 2024 Regular Legislative Session, the legislature will prohibit fax and mail filings in all state district courts for both CIVIL and CRIMINAL cases. Attorneys will be permitted to file electronically, in person, or via court courier.
To access our Criminal and Civil e-filing system, please visit our website at http://www.jacksonparishclerk.org, then click the CLERK CONNECT icon.

Please call the Jackson Parish Clerk of Court office at 318-259-2424 for any questions.

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The Jackson Ambulance Service District (JPASD) is providing high-quality, medically approved tourniquets to Jackson Parish First Responders, ensuring they are properly equipped to control life-threatening bleeding at the scene of emergencies. 

This is made possible by JPASD receiving a grant from  The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties in the amount of $1,432.00 for the purchase of 60 tourniquets through The First 60 seconds: JPASD Bleeding Control Initiative (awarded in 2025 HERO grant round).

Founded in 1952, the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties envisions a vibrant region with opportunity for all. In fulfillment of its “Engage. Invest. Lead” mission, the Community Foundation has transformed decades of donor generosity into $150 million invested in social impact initiatives, collaborative leadership, and grantmaking. Find out more at foundationhoc.org.

The JPASD also announces that if you are a Jackson Parish First Responder, please contact the office at (318)259-2877 for the next “Stop the Bleed” class.

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(submitted by Sheryl Robinison Holder) 

As we look back on 2025, I am filled with gratitude and pride for the businesses and people of Jackson Parish who exemplified resilience, tenacity, ethics, and goodwill throughout the year. Serving as your Chamber President has been both an honor and a privilege, and I am especially thankful for the unwavering support of our community.

This year, I had a front-row seat to something truly extraordinary: businesses, residents, and workers coming together—time and again—to support one another. In moments that required perseverance and adaptability, our local business community rose to the occasion with determination and heart. Each resident, each business, each worker, and each visitor played a meaningful role in making Jackson Parish such a wonderful place to live, work, and play.

One of the most encouraging trends of 2025 was the renewed commitment by residents to shop local. That commitment has not gone unnoticed. I witnessed business owners and employees going above and beyond to serve their customers—even when that meant redirecting someone to another local store to help them find exactly what they needed.

That spirit of cooperation speaks volumes about the character of our parish. Businesses worked together, not in competition, but in partnership, ensuring customers were accommodated and supported at every turn.

Social media also played an important role this year, helping keep our community connected. It quickly became the go-to place for information, recommendations, and encouragement, strengthening relationships between businesses and customers and reinforcing the sense of community that defines Jackson Parish.

I am extremely proud of the work the Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce accomplished in 2025. Together, we walked alongside our businesses and residents, advocating, promoting, and celebrating all that makes our parish strong.

As we look ahead, I am confident that the new Chamber leaders in 2026 will continue this mission—building on a solid foundation and guiding us toward an even greater future.

Thank you for your continued support of the Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce and for the countless ways you contribute to our shared success. As we move into a new year, may we carry forward the same spirit of unity, service, and optimism that defined 2025, and may the year ahead bring even greater prosperity for us all.

Sheryl Holder
Outgoing President
Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce

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In celebration of Blood Donor Month, Mercy Medical Health Center, located at 244 Bond St. in Jonesboro, is hosting a Blood Donor Drive on Wednesday, January 7th, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Donors receive a special edition LifeShare sweatshirt while supplies last. 

Impact Local Lives! National Blood Donor Month is more than a celebration – it’s a reminder of how each donation directly impacts local lives. Every pint of blood given stays within the community, helping neighbors, friends, and family members in critical moments. 

By rolling up a sleeve, donors ensure that local patients and beyond have the strength to heal, the chance to recover, and more time with loved ones. It is a simple act with a powerful ripple effect: saving lives right here at home. 

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Jackson Parish Recreation Department Director Justin Dodson announces that registration is now open for the upcoming Baseball and Softball Summer League Program.

Registration will continue until January 23rd, at a cost of $53.00 per eligible participant from the ages of 3 -18, with late registration running from January 24th to February 9th at a cost of $63.00 each. 

Game dates are scheduled for April 6th to May 22nd at the Jackson Parish Recreation Department Sports Complex, located at 5254 Hwy 4 East in Jonesboro. To register, go to jprec.org or use the QR Code shown below. For more information, call (318) 259-3031, or send an email to jprec.director@gmail.com 

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