The administration and staff of Forest Haven Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center take great pride in providing excellent care and continuing activities and events for its residents. This January is no exception as something is scheduled for each and every day of the month.
See below for the January Activity Schedule.
Six representatives from Jackson Parish took part in the Gridiron Football All-American Bowl Game Series was played on the campus of Louisiana Christian University in Pineville, La, on December 27-30.
Representing Jonesboro-Hodge High School in the varsity division was JHHS head coach Terrance Blankenship, who was selected as an assistant coach in the Bowl Game for an 8th consecutive year, and senior Tiger players Landon Boston and Dakota Knox. In the Junior High Division, Levi Martin and Corey Campbell were selected to play with Carlos Hicks being chosen as an assistant coach.
The varsity division was comprised of four teams, with Boston playing running back and Knox a cornerback on the “Knights” team, which beat the Demons 31-21 in the semi-finals before falling to the Lions 7-0 in the championship game.
Three teams made up the Junior High Division, with Martin playing wide receiver and safety and Campbell competing as a running back and linebacker for the “North” team that beat the “South” in the semi-finals before losing to the “Central” team in the finals.
Beginning in 2018, the Gridiron Football All-American Bowl has spotlighted elite high school talent from across the U.S. and Canada in front of college coaches and has a 97.6% success rate for getting players college offers. Participation is by invitation only. To be considered, athletes must have a minimum 2.8 GPA and be All-District, All-Metro, or All-State, with a coach’s recommendation.
The Junior High All-American Bowl was implemented in 2022 to inspire the youth to be a complete STUDENT-ATHLETE. Studies show that participants have improved their test scores, morale, and participate in more after-school activities
Thanks to a tremendous response from local residents, Jonesboro-Hodge High School Band Director Trey Porchay is one of 25 candidates from across the south that is still standing for the Music Educator of the Year Award.
Voting is now underway in Round Two for the prestigious award that will be presented at the 2026 Sound Award Ceremony, which will be held in Birmingham, AL, on February 27, 2026.
To cast your vote, click here or go to https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17xEZd1TFo/?mibextid=wwXIfr. You can also cast your vote by going to the Jonesboro-Hodge High School Facebook page.
Two years ago, Porchay toiled tirelessly to resurrect the JHHS Marching Band after being delinquent for many years, by not only canvassing the hallways to recruit potential members, but also giving group and individual lessons and raising money for instruments.
Today, the “Tropical Thunder,” as the marching band is affectionately called, is not only a fan favorite at JHHS school and sporting events, but also has received recognition for its performance across the state of Louisiana and Arkansas, which plays a large role in helping the JHHS student scholar members have an opportunity to play in a collegiate band.
Voting will continue until January 10, 2026.
NOTE: Individual scoring marked “unassigned” are points made by a player from another roster due to the team not having enough players.
Spurs 54 Tar Heels 38
Spurs Scoring: Quintavious Campbell 14, Levi Martin 14, Jasen McNeil 13, J Jefferson 5, Cason Rogers 2, unassigned 6
Tar Heels Scoring: Aiden Reed 10, Noah Spillman 9, Jasen Culpepper 7, Cannon Tatum 5, Ryder Diffey 3, Jaxen Culpepper 3, Kash Gandy 2, unassigned 6
Lakers 0 Pelicans 0
No Score Reported
Bobcats 11 Sparks 5
Bobcats Scoring: Alaiyah Robinson 2, Adeline Anderson 2, Jaylee Hough 1, unassigned 6
Sparks Scoring: Marlee Bates 2, Aubrie Allen 1, unassigned 2
Fever 18 Wings 12
Fever Scoring: Hannah Aldy 8, Raylie Hall 4, unassigned 6
Wings Scoring: Bella Caskey 2, Brooklyn Keiffer 2, Amelia Staggs 1, unassigned 7
Warriors 19 Bucks 2
Warriors Scoring: Asher Norred 7, Remington Davis 4, Kaine Stassen 2, unassigned 6
Bucks Scoring: Noah Martin 2
Lakers 25 Pelicans 23
Lakers Scoring: Khyree Patterson 11, Andrew Edwards 5, Braddock Chandler 2, Kenneth Blalock 2, unassigned 5
Pelicans Scoring: Jase Reed 8, Jase Tinsley 8, Thatcher Savage 7
Bulls 21 Magic 16
Bulls Scoring: Levi Norred 10, Cruz Nomey 6, Ashton Anderson 4, Jacob Patton 1
Magic Scoring: Clay Burton 16
Thunder 27 Pelicans 4
Thunder Scoring: Koplen Taylor 18, Grayson Edwards 4, Rowan Desadier 2, Landry Garrett 2, Lyndon Walsworth 1
Pelicans Scoring: #11 – 4
Dolphins 33 Sparks 6
Dolphins Scoring: Karli Bradford 8, Kassidy Loyd 8, Caylee Mauthe 6, Ava Palmer 4, Emma Rowe 4, Ky Kelley 2, Doliyah Spence 1
Sparks Scoring: JZyre Wiley 2, Starr Bradley 2, Jazmine Bradley 1, Sharon Flower 1
Mustangs 19 Lakers 16
Mustangs Scoring: Madilyn Spillman 7, Gracelynn Greer 6, Paisley Hightower 4, Emberly Greer 1, Kenzie Billman 1
Lakers Scoring: Mercedes Taylor 5, Brenleigh Whitman 4, Shyann McNaughton 4, Harper Gandy 1, Lyla Petrella 1, Laurel Smith 1
Pelicans 30 Lakers 13
Pelicans Scoring: Bryce Martin 21, Ryker Whitman 4, Jax Thomas 2, Krew Siddon 1, Landry Anderson 1, Lincoln McNaughton 1
Lakers Scoring: Cohen McMillan 5, Jayce Linton 3, Uriah Hall 2, Krewe Blalock 1, Ryker Savage 1, Emmett Thomas 1
Nets 17 Magic 15
Nets Scoring: Tyson Spivey 9, Tegan Foster Jr. 6, Tytus Nelson 2
Magic Scoring: Pistol McCurdy 9, Cole Burton 2, Samuel Latour 2, Kolton Lafitte 1, Grayson Gates 1
Bulls 25 Warriors 11
Bulls Scoring: Dredyn Gilbert 12, Asher McNeal 4, L’Master Dill 4, Peyton Barnett 1, Skye Bradley 1, Brennan Keiffer 1, Noah Treadway 1, Colton Williamson 1
Warriors Scoring: Synovia Johnson 4, Harrison Bond 2, Jaylee Bradford 1, Jaden Brooks 1, Tatum Barkley 1, Ace Peoples 5, Tadden Barker 1
Tigers 41 MLC 16
Tigers Scoring: Thiago Jackson 24, Lex Walsworth 6, Lucas Garrett 2, Jude Jones 2, Kristofer Lamkin 2, Sevyn Rhodes 2, Harold Hogue 1, Hazel Greer 1, Tanner Ross 1
MLC Scoring: Bristol McNaughton 6, Brax Neatherland 3, Charles Huckaby 1, Dallas Taylor 1, Hadlee Tolar 1, Alex Martin 1, Stella Rae Whitman 1, Karleigh Jo Stassen 1, Saint Dorsey 1
Programs for all ages are featured this month at both the Jonesboro and Chatham Branches of the Jackson Parish Library. See below for the activity and events schedule at both locations.
It’s interesting that as time passes, you remember certain things that stand out from your growing-up years.
One of the things that has popped into my mind recently is grass burrs. It’s been years since these dastardly rascals entered my mind. Have they all been eradicated? I can’t remember the last time I saw one, and that last one was probably embedded on the bottom of my bare foot.
These little burrs grew on long green stems and were no doubt created by the Devil himself. Sharp little spikes grew out from all over each of the burrs, and for barefoot boys, they not only slowed you down from playing but also hurt like the dickens when you got into a patch of them.
Here’s how Google describes them… “grass burrs are spiky, barbed seed pods that stick to skin, clothing, and pet fur, causing pain and spreading seeds.” Enough said.
I wonder if they have somehow been nearly eradicated because I no longer see them. Maybe if I walked around barefoot, I might find they’re still around.
My mama always had chickens that provided fresh eggs and Sunday dinners. They spent their time out in the yard pecking and clucking, and at night, would all head for the “chicken house” where they roosted.
The fact that they spent all their time over the same ground that barefoot boys played meant there were obstacles we had to look out for. Chickens eat; they don’t have bathrooms, but when the urge hits, they leave their droppings scattered around the yard.
We had a name for these little “gifts” chickens left wherever the urge hit them. We called these little droppings “chicken dabs”. Barefoot boys were often too busy trying to avoid grass burrs that we would feel something squishy between our toes. You had inadvertently stepped in a chicken dab.
Here’s where bitter weeds came into play. These plants with the pretty yellow flowers had the ability to render the fresh milk we collected daily from our milk cow unfit to drink. It was necessary to be sure the cow was in a pasture where bitter weeds didn’t grow. Many times, Mama had to pour out all of a day’s milking because old Bossy had ventured into a patch of bitter weeds.
These weeds had at least one redeeming quality, however. When you stepped in a chicken dab, all you had to do was find a bitter weed, slide it between the toes where the chicken had left her offering, move your foot from the stem to the flower, and leave the dab for the bitter weed to worry about.
Interesting, isn’t it, how as you get older, such things as grass burrs, chicken dabs, and bitter weeds creep back into your mind. I’m just glad they are only memories; I’m relieved that today I only have to worry about what hurts, when is my next doctor’s appointment, and what we’re having for supper.
CANEY LAKE – Bass are in the deeper holes with soft plastics and crank baits picking up some nice fish. Crappie are in the deeper holes with just out from the spillway. They are best on shiners and jigs. 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 –Crappie are hanging out just off the bottom. Fishing has been good fishing jigs or shiners near the bottom. Bass fishing has been best flipping jigs and soft plastics around brush.
OUACHITA RIVER – The water is still quite low because of lock and dam problems down stream. Bass are best fishing shad imitation in the run-outs; crappie fishing has been good around the tops in the river in 12-14 foot water using shiners and jigs. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
LAKE D’ARBONNE – Bass are best over deeper water in the channels. Jigs and crank baits are picking up some. Crappie are near the bottom in 20 foot water on jigs and shiners. For latest information, call Anderson Sport Center at 368-9669 or Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
LAKE CLAIBORNE – Crappie are best just out from the spillway in deep water on jigs and shiners. Bass are hitting crank baits and soft plastics in deeper water. For latest information, call Kel’s Cove at 927-2264 or Terzia Tackle at 278-4498.
LAKE POVERTY POINT – Catfish are good while crappie have improved fishing with jigs and shiners around the south end of the lake. For information, call the marina at 318/878-0101.
LAKE YUCATAN – The lake level is on a slight fall. Catfishing is good, buffalo are being caught in nets while bass and crappie are slow. For info call Surplus City Landing at 318/467-2259.
Are you a current or rising college junior, senior, or grad student interested in working in the LSU AgCenter Cooperative Extension? Spend your summer learning how to plan and conduct extension programs by working alongside educators at a parish extension office.
Applications are now being taken for a summer internship position. To apply and learn more go to lsuagcenter.com/extintern or at larcemont@agcenter.lsu.edu. The applicaiton period will close on March 1, 2026.
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.
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
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
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
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
Patrick Irving Ashcraft, age 75, passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025, at 10:11 AM in the ICU in Ruston, Louisiana. Pat was born May 6th, 1950, in Ruston, La, to Garland (GC) and Bernice (Potts) Ashcraft. Pat graduated from Jonesboro-Hodge High School (JHHS) in 1968 and attended LA Tech for a short time.
Pat worked various jobs until he started at Great Plains Bag Mill in Hodge, Louisiana. He attended E&I classes and later transferred to the E&I department. Pat’s career at the papermill consisted of 50-plus years. He retired in 2020 to enjoy life with friends and family and to do whatever he wanted to do, and that’s just what he did.
He endured several health issues from 2017 till his death. During his years, he also served in the Louisiana National Guard up to the rank of Captain. He retired with 13 and a half years of service. Pat frequently mentioned his trip to Germany with his unit. Pat loved to fish, hunt, and ride his Harley when he could. Since his retirement, he frequently babysat and watched multiple western films. Pat was blessed with a house full of friends and family in and out.
Pat is preceded in death by his dad and mother, GC and Bernice Ashcraft, and infant sister, Lucy Renee Ashcraft, In-laws Ted and Artie Alford, and brother-in-law, Delane Alford.
Pat is survived by his wife, Irma Ashcraft, of 53 years. Along with:
Sons & their wives:
-Alan Ashcraft & Blair
-Wade Ashcraft & Leslie
-Timothy Ashcraft & Ricki
-Preston Ashcraft & Ashleigh
Grandkids:
-Emily Ashcraft & Leighton Ferrington
-Hanna Ashcraft
-Alex Ashcraft
-Thomas Ashcraft
-Ethen Ashcraft & Sara Hanson
-Alaina Ashcraft & Dakota Knox
-Mallorie Ashcraft & Houston Cox
-Rayven Ashcraft
-Drake Ashcraft
Great Grandkids:
-Kenlee Ashcraft
-Jaxx Ferrington
Extended Family:
-Damien Ezell
-Jeanie Ezell
-Wilda Dahl
-Virginia & Ronny Self (And Families)
-Hannah Marie Lee
-Cindy Crawford
-Oleta Blackstock
And a host of other Families and Friends
Following the visitation, Pat’s Life Celebration service was held at the Paradise Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, January 2nd. Interment followed in the Gayla Traina Cemetery in Jonesboro, LA.
Patrick Dale Richie, age 73 of Chatham, was called home on Monday, December 29, 2025. Patrick was beloved in his hometown of Chatham. He was very involved in his community and enjoyed making many, many friends. He could always be seen out visiting in town or handing out programs before church services.
Patrick loved many activities, such as watching his favorite shows on television or listening to recorded music. He was born to the blessed union of Ura “Mike” Washington and Mildred Richie on July 1, 1952. He was the youngest of four boys.
His favorite thing was to learn as much about Native American Heritage as he could. He enjoyed collecting dream catchers, books, and jewelry, and he had gained quite an extensive collection over the years. He frequently attended pow-wows. He enjoyed the traditional dancing, singing, and drumming of the festive gatherings. He always loved going with his good friend, Tony Truelove, to participate in the festivities.
Those left to cherish his memory are his brothers, John N. Richie, Jimmy “Jim” Don Richie, and wife, Suzie; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and many friends. Patrick is preceded in death by his parents, Ura Washington and Mildred Aline (Pruitt) Richie, brother, Ronnie Richie; sister in law, Julia Richie.
Funeral services were held Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Chatham Baptist Church with Bro. Tim Atkins officiating. Burial followed in the Chatham Cemetery under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.
Serving the family as pallbearers were Luke Lewis Richie, Greg DeFillipo, Tony Truelove and John Richie, Jr., Micah Richie, and Freddie Hightower.