A lengthy and comprehensive investigation by the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office has resulted in two major arrests and what is believed to be the largest seizure ever of illegal narcotics in Jackson Parish. 

On April 29, 2026, JPSO narcotics investigators executed two search warrants. During those searches, investigators seized approximately 12 pounds of synthetic marijuana, commonly referred to locally as “mojo.” The seized narcotics had an estimated street value of approximately $20,000. Investigators also seized a money counter and a firearm.

As a result of the investigation, James Ronyez Jones was arrested and booked into the Jackson Parish Jail on the following charges:
La. R.S. 40:966(A)(1), Distribution of Synthetic Marijuana, 4 counts
La. R.S. 40:966(A)(1), Possession of Synthetic Marijuana with Intent to Distribute
La. R.S. 14:95.1(A)(1), Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
La. R.S. 14:95(E), Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of a Controlled Dangerous Substance

Later, the JPSO arrested Dewayne Woods in a separate investigation, seizing a significant quantity of illegal narcotics, firearms, ammunition, and cash amounting to:

7.9 pounds of marijuana
2.2 pounds of synthetic marijuana
649 grams of crack cocaine
3.8 pounds of methamphetamine
2.8 pounds of powder cocaine
Over 3,000 Ecstasy (MDMA) pills
Suboxone and M30-type pills
Large quantities of unidentified pills and powder
Multiple firearms and ammunition
$13,510 cash

Woods was booked on the following charges:
LA R.S. 40:979 — Conspiracy to Distribute Schedule II
LA R.S. 14:95.1 — Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon (3 counts)
LA R.S. 14:95(E) — Illegal Carrying of a Weapon in the Presence of CDS (3 counts)
LA R.S. 40:967 — Possession With Intent to Distribute Oxycodone
LA R.S. 40:969 — Possession With Intent to Distribute Xanax (Alprazolam)
LA R.S. 40:969 — Prohibited Acts, Schedule IV w/ Intent
LA R.S. 40:966 — Possession With Intent to Distribute MDMA
LA R.S. 40:966 — Possession With Intent to Distribute Marijuana
LA R.S. 40:967 — Possession With Intent to Distribute Cocaine
LA R.S. 40:967 — Possession With Intent to Distribute Crack Cocaine
LA R.S. 40:966 — Possession With Intent to Distribute Synthetic Marijuana
LA R.S. 40:967 — Possession With Intent to Distribute Hydrocodone
LA R.S. 40:967 — Distribution / Manufacturing of Crack Cocaine
LA R.S. 40:968 — Possession With Intent to Distribute Suboxone

Total bond assessed to date: $1,675,000.

“Illegal drugs and firearms remain a serious concern for the safety of Jackson Parish residents,” said Jackson Parish Sheriff Brent Barnett. “Our office will continue working to remove dangerous drugs and weapons from our communities.” 

Sheriff Barnett also commended the Jonesboro Police Department for its role in the arrests and seizures.

“We would like to recognize and thank the Jonesboro Police Department for their assistance and cooperation throughout the case,” said Barnett. “Their support played a vital role in the success of this investigation.”

Both investigations remain ongoing. No further information will be released at this time, and case-specific details will not be discussed.

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, a section of LA 146 in Jackson Parish will be closed to through traffic.

This closure is located approximately 2.0 miles northwest of its intersection with LA 4 and is necessary to replace a cross-drain pipe that is compromising the integrity of the roadway.

The LA 146 road closure is anticipated to last 2 days and is expected to reopen on Sunday, May 10th, 2026, weather permitting.

DOTD reminds motorists to NEVER drive around ‘road closed’ barricades at any time for any reason.

Restrictions/Permits:

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

Alternate Route:

Detour signage will be in place.

This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.

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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By a vote of 5-2, the Jackson Parish School Board approved a motion to relocate the students attending Jonesboro Hodge Middle School beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. Under this proposal, 6th-grade students will transition to Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, and 7th and 8th-grade students will transition to Jonesboro Hodge High School.

Those voting for the action were Dennis Clary, Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Calvin Waggoner, and Wade McBride, while Gerry Mims and Paulette Belton voted against the move. 

Prior to the action, board members recognized Derrick Perry as PCAL Bus Driver of the Year and heard from Emily Smith, ELA Coordinator, who provided an update on DIBELS

In additional business at the meeting that was held on Monday, May 4th, in the Conference Room of the Jackson Parish School District Central Office, the board agreed to the following.

(1) Pay General Fund, Federal Program, School Food Service, Sales Tax, Special Education, and District Maintenance bills.

(2) Pay the Employer’s Share of Group Benefits insurance premiums from the General Fund for the June 2026 sales tax distribution.

(3) Pay a one-time retention stipend in the amount of $2,000.00 for certified staff and staff required to have a degree (IT Department, Nurses, and Business Office Staff) and $1,000.00 for non-certified staff, to be paid out of the General Fund. This stipend is intended to retain employees’ services for the 2026-2027 school year.

(4) Approve the Differential Compensation Allocation stipend for the fiscal year 2025-2026 to be paid to highly effective teachers, teachers in critical shortage areas as determined by BESE, teachers working in high needs schools, and teacher leader positions. The total allocation for this funding is $51,025.00, to be paid from the Differentiated Compensation Allocation fund.

(5) Accept low quote of $14,648.00 from Red Ball Oxygen for the purchase of four (4) Miller welding machines to be used in the welding program at Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid for 2025-2026 Perkins funds.

(6) Approve the Job Description for the Attendance Improvement Specialist, to be paid out of Redesign funding. This is a one-year position.

(7) Approve the hiring of Speech Therapists through a vendor agreement and/or individual staff contract at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary, Jonesboro Hodge Middle, Jonesboro Hodge High School, and Weston High School for the 2026-2027 school year to be paid out of the General Fund, not to exceed $185,000.00. One of the therapists will be on-site through a vendor, and one will be virtual.

(8) Accept low quote of $15,434.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. to purchase one (1) Baseball LED Scoreboard for Quitman High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.

(9) Accept low quote of $11,750.00 from Dodson Enterprises, Inc. for Quitman High School Baseball scoreboard installation, to be paid from Quitman District funds.

(10) Approve Jackson Parish 4-H contracting the use of a Jackson Parish bus and driver to transport students to summer camp at Camp Grant Walker in Pollock, La., June 29-July 2, 2026. Expenses will be paid by the LSU Ag Center – Jackson Parish office.

(11) Approve out-of-state travel for 40-45 Gifted and Talented students and five (5) Staff (Taryn Toms, Kathy Venable, Jennifer Tolar, Cortney Harvey, and Megan Lott) to attend the bi-annual Art Field Trip on January 15-17, 2027, in Houston, Texas. Expenses will be paid by the GT Art account.

(12) Approve out-of-state travel for Evie Delaney and Katie Delaney (Staff) to attend the National Junior Beta convention June 23, 2026- June 27, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. Expenses will be reimbursed according to policy IFCB – Field Trips and Excursions.

Official Minutes of the May 4 Jackson Parish School Board meeting can be viewed in the Classifieds Section of the Jackson Parish Journal under Public Notice. 

 

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The Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office (JPSO) warns residents that a pair of scams is currently being perpetrated in Jackson Parish and the surrounding area. If you have received a text or been contacted by persons in either of the two SCAMS described below, you are asked to contact the JPSO at (318) 259-9021. 

Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office’s Post

PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING SCAM THAT IS CIRCULATING VIA TEXT! DO NOT RESPOND OR CLICK ON THE LINK!

EXAMPLE OF SCAM #1

Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles
Based on OMV official enforcement files, you have outstanding traffic citations. Under La. R.S. § 32:414(Q) and CCRP Art. 885.1, if total payment is not received by April 29, the following actions WILL be ENFORCED RIGOROUSLY:
• Effective April 30: Your Automobile Registration will be TERMINATED. A block will be applied to your DMV record, preventing any registration transactions or license plate renewals.
• Pending Payment: Your Driver’s License will be SUSPENDED INDEFINITELY. Driving privileges will be withdrawn until all assessed fines and required reinstatement fees are paid in full.
• Enforcement Action: Your case will be submitted for Civil Judgment. Unpaid debts may be referred to the Office of Debt Recovery, and a bench warrant may be issued for your apprehension.
Pay Now:
https://louisianaomv.due-finlys.com/pay
Reply Y, then reopen this message to tap the link, or copy and paste it into your browser.
ACT NOW TO AVOID LOSS OF DRIVING PRIVILEGES.

EXAMPLE OF SCAM #2

In this scam, someone may call a family member and claim they can get a person released from jail if money is paid for an ankle monitor or electronic monitoring. The caller may claim to work for law enforcement, the court, or a bonding company. They may also use the name of someone who is actually in jail to make the call sound more real.

The Sheriff’s Office will not call and demand payment by phone for an inmate’s release. We do not accept bond payments through Cash App, Bitcoin, Walmart gift cards, Green Dot cards, prepaid cards, or similar methods.

Do not send money, card numbers, barcodes, receipts, or personal information to anyone making these claims.

If you receive a call like this, hang up. If it pertains to an inmate in the Jackson Parish Jail or a pre-trial inmate for Jackson Parish, please call the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318) 259-9021 to report the incident.

 

 

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Early Voting has begun and continues through May 9th in Jackson Parish and across the state, as voters go to the polls to make their selections in local, state, and federal races, as well as the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Millage Renewal and Louisiana Constitutional Amendments. 

In this edition of the Jackson Parish Journal, detailed information is provided on the effect on the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office if the millage, which has been in place for the past 45 years, is not renewed, as well as the pros and cons of the constitutional amendments as presented by PAR, a nonpartisan, independent nonprofit organization that analyzes proposed constitutional amendments and provides educational guides for voters.

 

JACKSON PARISH LAW ENFORCEMENT RENEWAL MILLAGE

PAR GUIDE TO THE 2026 PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS

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Once was good, two times was great, but three in a row is “thrice as nice”. That is what Quitman High School accomplished on Sunday, May 3rd, when the Lady Wolverines beat Anacoco 7-5 to claim their third straight LHSAA state softball championship. 

With the victory, Quitman, who was the #2 seed in the 20-team Class B bracket, ends the year with a 24-9 record and winners of their last 12 games. Anacoco, who entered as the #4 seed, finishes with a 15-13 mark. 

“Each time you can win the last game of the season, it makes the offseason feel that much more special,” reflected QHS head coach Justin Dodson. “I am so proud of this group. They worked hard to get here and deserve every accolade that they have gotten.”

Making of a Dynasty! By winning their third straight state championship – Division V in 2024 and Class B in 2025 and 2026 – and nearly winning it all in 2023, it is safe to say that the Lady Wolverines are a true modern-day dynasty. Over that period, Quitman has won 107 games for an average of just short of 27 games per year. Included are 37 victories in 38 games over Class B opponents, the only loss being a nine-inning defeat in the 2023 state championship game. 

What makes the incredible run even more impressive is that Quitman only has one senior on the roster this year. Granted, that is Maggie Guyotte, the all-time LHSAA leader in hits and RBI and second-best ever in home runs, but still, to be so successful with a roster made up of so many young players speaks volumes to what kind of tradition Quitman has built and is continuing to grow. 

“I am blessed to have so many talented players who work hard to get better,” said Dodson. “It is a culture that was started several years ago and is continuing. We have a great group coming back and several younger players eager to get their chance, so we are excited about the future.”

Early Advantage! After starting and winning pitcher Breanna Lamkin escaped a bases-loaded jam unscathed by getting a ground out, the Lady Wolverines wasted no time in jumping out to an early lead. Leadoff batter Anna Claire Leach got things rolling with a single, followed by Maggie Guyotte getting on after four straight balls. That brought up the “Matron of the Manor,” which is what Hallie Kate Pullig has embodied through her uncanny ability to deliver great games at the Frasch Sports Complex in Sulfur, where the state softball tournament is played annually. As she has done the past two years, that included her being named MVP as an 8th grader in 2024, Pullig came through big time, swatting a drive over the centerfield fence to stake Quitman to a 3-0 lead after one inning. 

To see Pullig’s home run trot around the bases, click here. 
(Video courtesy of April Simonelli)

Tragedy to Triumph!  If it wasn’t something locals had actually witnessed over the past couple of weeks, one would swear that what took place was the creation of a brilliant movie script writer. To set the stage, just days before Quitman’s Regional Round contest against Bell City, left fielder Briley Bowers had a horrific traffic accident that left her with a fractured bone in her neck. Wearing a neck brace and looking like her season and possibly her career was over, Bowers showed her tremendous character by becoming the team’s inspirational leader. Then incredibly, just before the state semi-final contest against Hicks, Bowers reported that she had been medically cleared. Getting the green light, Dodson wasted no time in inserting her back into the lineup, where, after batting .319 during the regular season, Bowers responded in the semi-final contest with a double, setting the stage for a legendary finale. 

Bower Power! With Quitman leading by a slim 3-2 margin after upset-minded Anacoco scored twice at the top of the second inning, Bower lined a double to left field and scored on Amelia Staggs’ clutch two-out single to double up the advantage after three. One inning later, Bower struck again when, with two outs and on a full count, she sent another drive to left field for her second “two-bagger” in as many at-bats. This time, Kinsley Ponder and Brenna Lamkin, who had both singled, scored, upping the Quitman lead to 6-2 and setting the stage for a de-ja-vu moment of Staggs repeating her feat of an inning before with her second single and RBI of the game to plate Bowers. Putting a perfect finish to Briley’s “tragedy to triumph” dramatic saga, the back-to-back doubles that accounted for two RBI and 2 runs scored led to Bowers being voted Most Valuable Player of the championship game. 

“For her to be in a neck brace the week before and to get cleared to play, it’s just amazing. Then to become the MVP in the championship game, I mean, it’s like a storybook,” said Dodson. “She constantly works so hard, and I’m so proud of her for staying patient in the box and taking what the pitcher gave her. It was a big reason why we won the state championship.” 

Saving the Day! Give Anacoco credit. The team that came in the Class B tournament with as many wins as losses proved the mettle that allowed them to upset top-seeded Stanley in the semi-finals.  After Lamkin got two quick outs, Anacoco drew two walks. Dodson then summoned Maggie Guyotte to the circle and Anococo promptly hit a single and a double that scored three to narrow the gap to 7-5. Dodson then called for an intentional walk to set up a force out. In only her second relief appearance of the year and second of the state tournament, Guyotte then coaxed a ground out to second, ending the contest and sending the Lady Wolverines into delirium as they dog piled behind the mound in celebration. 

See the Quitman ending game celebration by clicking here. 

TEAM	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	H	R	E
Anacoco (15-13)	0	2	0	0	0	0	3	5	10	1
Quitman (24-9)	3	0	1	3	0	0	x	7	10 1

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One year ago, Jonesboro-Hodge and Quitman High Schools returned from Baton Rouge with 2025 LHSAA state championship trophies. This Thursday, May 7th, the two schools will descend upon Bernie Moore Track Stadium on the campus of Louisiana State University (LSU) once again, eager to defend the titles won by the JHHS girls and Quitman boys. 

Both are favorites to repeat, with an added kicker being based on the results of the regional meet held this past week, the QHS girls team also has a great shot at bringing home the valued hardware.

According to updated Jackson Parish records and Mile Split LA, which has recorded times and distances at all track and field meets this year, the following local athletes have the best marks in their classifications and will be favorites in each event heading into the state meet.

Class B Boys

110 Hurdles – Nathan Harvey, QHS (15.94)
300 Hurdles – Nathan Harvey, QHS (39.89)
400 Meters – Gage Horton, QHS (51.53)
800 Meters – Gage Horton, QHS (2:00.19)
1600 Meters – Gage Horton, QHS (4:44.21)
3200 Meters – Josiah Ramsey, QHs (10:24.16)
4×200 Relay, QHS -Leach, Harts, Harvey, Smith (1:32.75)
4×400 Relay, QHS – Smith, Harvey, Harts, Horton (3:32.00)
Long Jump – Jayden Harts, QHS (21′ 11″)
Javelin – Asher Shultz, QHS (175′ 7″)

Class B Girls

300 Hurdles – Kaleigh King, QHS (48.91)
4×400 Relay, QHS – Altheimer, Kelley, King, Martin(4:26.16)

Class A Girls

100 Hurdles – Ciara Gray, JHHS (14.33)
300 Hurdles – Ciara Gray, JHHS (46.49)
Long Jump – Ciara Gray, JHHS (18’6.5″)
Triple Jump – Ciara Gray, JHHS (41′ 9.5″)

Field events are expected to start at 1:30 pm, with running events beginning around 3:30 pm. Ticket information is available via the LSU Sports website. Specific heat sheets and final event timings are published on LHSAA.org.

Spectator Bus Seats Offered

A spectator bus with 56 seats available on a first-come, first-served basis will leave Jonesboro-Hodge High School at 8:00 am on Thursday, May 7th. Cost per seat is $50.00.

 

 

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The stage setting for the Class B state playoff matchup is nothing new for Weston High School. For the past five years in a row, the Wolves have reached the quarterfinal round of the playoffs.  

The hope is that Weston will beat Holden on Friday to earn a fourth straight trip to the semi-finals and a state tournament berth in Sulphur. Game time is scheduled for 5:30 pm at Mike Staples Field on the Weston High campus. If the weather becomes a problem and leaves the field unplayable as it did for the Regional round contest, then the game would be moved to the Jackson Parish Recreation Department Sports Complex. 

The #4 seed and District 1B champion Woves advanced by beating Anacoco 4-3 in the Regional round to improve to 23-12 on the year, while District 7B and #5 seed Holden checks in at 17-14 overall. 

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Three Deputies of the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office have graduated as members of the 159th Class of the North Delta Training Academy. Earning their POST Academy Certification were Micah Arnold, Blaine Audirsch, and Dusty Holder.

The North Delta Training Academy is a Louisiana POST-certified academy consisting of 16 weeks of comprehensive law enforcement training. Their graduation represents many hours of hard work, discipline, and commitment to public service.

“We are proud of these deputies and thankful for their dedication to serving the citizens of Jackson Parish. We look forward to seeing them continue to grow in their careers and serve our community with integrity, courage, and professionalism,” said Jackson Parish Sheriff Brent Barnett.

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When William “Billy” Carter began his tenure as the Jackson Parish School District (JPSD) Superintendent in July 2025, one thing he said was important to him was providing residents with monthly updates on JPSD’s progress, goals, and plans, as well as those of each representative school. See the “Mission Memo” for May below.

In an effort to honor the outstanding educators who toil tirelessly to give students in the Jackson Parish school system the best education possible, the Jackson Parish School District (JPSD) is pleased to continue the weekly educator recognition program, “Who We Are Wednesday.”

Each Wednesday, one of the JPSD faculty members is recognized for their tremendous commitment, dedication, and excellence in the classroom, which helps our local youth prepare for their future endeavors. This week, Lisa Hicks, a lively Kindergarten teacher at Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School, is honored.

With 19 years in education, all spent serving students in Jackson Parish Schools, Lisa brings joy and energy into her classroom each day, creating a learning environment where students feel comfortable and excited to come to school. Her ability to connect with young learners and make each day meaningful leaves a lasting impact during their very first school experiences.

One of the most memorable accomplishments in her career was being awarded the Horace Mann–Lincoln Fellowship, which gave her the opportunity to travel to Illinois and study the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln—an experience that enriched both her teaching and personal growth.

Lisa credits Dr. Kathryn Newman from GSU as an educator who made a lasting impact on her life.
If she weren’t in education, Lisa would love to run a soup kitchen—continuing her passion for helping others. Outside of school, she enjoys traveling and exploring new places.

Please join the Jackson Parish School District in celebrating Lisa Hicks and the positive impact she has made on generations of students in Jackson Parish Schools!

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Once a Tiger. Always a Tiger! That is a creed that Jonesboro-Hodge High School follows, and on Tuesday, May 7th, that was put in action when Ciara Gray of Jonesboro-Hodge High School signed a scholarship to continue her track and field career with Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge.

The defending Class A state champion in the 110 and 300 hurdles, long jump, and triple jump officially agreed to attend LSU in the fall in the JHHS Library in front of administration, coaching staff, fellow teammates, and family members.

“First and foremost, I want to give thanks to God. I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for him,” said Gray. “I also want to thank my coaches, especially my roommate (Coach Jo Ann Jackson), and my teammates, as they all keep pushing me to do better.” 

Gray prepares to compete in the Class A state track meet on Thursday, May 7th, as the state leader in all four of her specialty events, including now being the owner of a new LHSAA all-time mark in the triple jump.

“I am blessed to have had the opportunity to coach Ciara,” said JHHS head track coach Terrance Blankenship. “We have had several great athletes come through in the past, but she is one of a kind and has a tremendously bright future.”

In her career, Gray has led JHHS to a state title in 2025 and has won 6 individual state titles, while also holding two LHSAA Class A state records (300 hurdles, triple jump). Not only is she the all-time Jackson Parish and JHHS record holder in the 100 hurdles, 300 hurdles, and triple jump, but she also owns all of the top ten entries in all three events except one, where she has 9 of the top ten. Gray also has 6 of the top 10 long jumps ever recorded in Jackson Parish and school history.  

 

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Livi Otwell has been awarded the 2026 Chase Frasier Memorial Scholarship. The Weston High School senior was presented the award on May 1st by Kristie Frasier, the wife of deceased former WHS coach Chase Frasier, who tragically lost his life in 2020.

The scholarship is given in honor of the former Weston High baseball coach, who left an indelible mark as an educator and coach and was a favorite among students and fellow faculty alike. Each year, the honoree is a senior from WHS who has demonstrated academic excellence and civic pride and is going to Louisiana Tech to continue their education. 

“On behalf of the Weston High School family, we are very happy for Livi, who is very deserving of the award and appreciative of the Frasier family for continuing to remember our relationship with Chase.” – WHS Principal David Huckaby

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A star will continue to be a Star after his high school days are done. That was made official on Tuesday, May 5th, when Quitman High School baseball star, Hudson Pullig, signed with the South Arkansas Community College Stars to continue his baseball career on the collegiate level.

South Ark competes in the National Junior College Athletic Association, where they are a member of Region 2. Having established themselves as a junior college power, the Stars won three consecutive Region 2 championships in 2023-25 and made back-to-back NJCAA Division II World Series appearances in both years. 

The two-time all-stater, who led Quitman to a 2024 Class B state championship, inked the dotted line on scholarship papers before the QHS administration, coaches, and student body, as well as family members and well-wishers. 

“I really like Coach Lester and the way he does things, and they are a really successful program,” said Pullig when asked why he chose to continue his baseball career at South Ark, as the school is commonly called. 

Pullig had a productive senior season at QHS, where he batted .319 and led the Wolverines in triples, home runs, and stolen bases, and was second on the team in runs scored. He also started nine games on the mound, many against schools from higher classifications, compiling a 3.277 ERA.

After registering brief playing time as an 8th grader, the son of Brent and Juliann Pullig was a starter for four years, leading Quitman in batting average and hits in both his sophomore and junior seasons.

Pullig leaves QHS with a career .353 batting average, 29 doubles (second all-time), 5 triples (third all-time), 6 home runs (fourth all-time), 66 RBI, 105 runs scored, 53 walks (second all-time), and 37 stolen bases. 

“It was the best time of my life,” said Pullig when speaking about his years playing at Quitman. “I couldn’t have asked for better teammates and coaches. It was awesome. I loved every minute of it.”

His coaches and teammates also loved their time with Pullig, as evidenced by the words of QHS head baseball coach Chris Womack at the signing ceremony.

“Today, as a baseball coach, I get to speak about a young man who represents everything you hope for in a player and a person,” began Womack. “Hudson is a natural leader. On day one of practice, he made the younger guys already feel like part of the team.”

“Hudson also leads by example – on game days, he’s the one getting our field ready, and the one raking it after the game (jobs reserved for our younger guys),” continued the QHS coach. “Another characteristic that stands out is his sportsmanship. I’ve watched him make the last out in a tough loss, and before I could process it, he was the first one in the handshake line congratulating our opponents. That says a lot about how he is being raised…mom and dad – great job!”

“South Arkansas isn’t just getting a good baseball player; they’re getting a leader, a hard worker, and a young man who will represent their program the right way,” concluded Womack, who then directed a comment to his Star player. “Hudson, the coaches, players, family, and fans are proud of you. You’ve earned this, and we can’t wait to see what you’ll do next. Congratulations!”

 

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Each week during the school year, the Jackson Parish Hospital presents an outstanding student-athlete from Jonesboro-Hodge, Quitman, and Weston High School of the Jackson Parish School District with the Student/Athlete of the Week Award. Each recipient is chosen by a select group of faculty and staff from the representative institutions for their academic and athletic achievements and receives a special Jackson Parish Hospital Athlete of the Week t-shirt.  

Earning accolades the week of April 26 – May 2, 2026:

John LaBlance – Senior on the Jonesboro-Hodge High School baseball team
Braelyn Turner – 7th grader on the Weston High School track team
Maddox Duck – Senior on the Quitman High School baseball team

Join the Jackson Parish Hospital and the Jackson Parish Journal in congratulating and applauding these student/athletes for their commitment, dedication, and achievements in the classroom, as well as their outstanding athletic endeavors!

Student-Athlete of the Week Slideshow

(to view pictures of each Student/Athlete of the Week, click arrows on right or left)

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Understanding the role of Clerk of Court is the foundation of being an effective leader in that position. You cannot lead what you do not understand. And you cannot serve the public effectively without fully understanding the responsibility that comes with it.

The Clerk of Court is not an administrative title—it is a public office that keeps the entire court system functioning. It involves managing legal records, overseeing filings, maintaining accuracy in conveyances and mortgages, ensuring proper courtroom documentation and processes, and serving the public with fairness and efficiency.

If someone tells you “you can learn it on the job,” they are underestimating how complex and high-stakes this role really is. The Clerk of Court is not a figurehead—it is a technical, legal, and leadership position all in one.

A good Clerk of Court must understand that this role directly impacts justice, property rights, and public trust. There is no room for guesswork. Every document matters. Every filing matters. Every process matters.

Strong leadership in this office means respecting the court process and ensuring that staff are trained, competent, and consistent in how they serve the public. It also means making sure the office runs with transparency, accuracy, and accountability at all times.

Leadership is not just about stepping up—anyone can do that. It is about knowing what you are stepping into. It takes knowledge, preparation, and real experience to guide others in the right direction.

Leadership is not a title—it is responsibility, knowledge, and accountability in action. If you do not understand the system, the work, or the people you serve, then you are not leading—you are just occupying space.

A great Clerk of Court is not defined by a title—but by KNOWLEDGE of the role, EXPERIENCE in the role, RESPECT for the judicial system, and COMMITMENT to doing the job right every single day.

I have 10 years of experience working in the Clerk’s Office and 24 years of experience as a legal assistant.

The simple facts are this:
I understand the role and responsibility of the Clerk of Court.
I do not need to be trained to perform this role.
I have the maturity to perform this role well.
I have the utmost respect for the court system and the citizens of this parish and understand why that is so important.

I am proud to stand on my prior work experience and have been transparent with the citizens of Jackson Parish about my work history from the beginning. People know I have not just worked at random jobs. I have spent the past 34 years preparing for this role, and I am confident I can continue to effectively serve you as your Clerk of Court.

Bottom line: if you do not understand what you are leading, you cannot properly lead it—no matter the title.

If you are going to lead, know the job. Know the responsibility. And be ready to carry it.

Jackson Parish deserves a Clerk of Court who not only understands the role and responsibility but can also be the leader this parish needs. I am ready on day one.

Vote #52 RACHEL SHIVELY on May 16th to continue leading your Clerk’s Office.

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Four members representing Jackson Parish 4-H, along with Director Kristina Bourgeois, were the special guest speakers at the regularly scheduled monthly meeting of the Jonesboro Study Guild (JSG), held on April 28th. 

Sharing their experiences were Gracie Bourgeois of Grace Christian Academy in Jonesboro, Evie Carpenter of Quitman High School, and Makayla Johns and Madison Turner, both from Weston High School. 

Speaking on a wide variety of topics, from fashion to livestock to travel to community service, and opportunities to develop and display talents such as art and vocal performance, the quartet gave personal insights into how these programs have positively impacted their growth, skills, and confidence.

Jonesboro Study Guild members in attendance were Mary Saulters, Marilyn Walker, Jolene Carson, Stacy Albritton, Glo Weaver, Rosemary Ewing, Christy Weeks, Eileen Morissette, Joann Teat, and Wilda Smith.

 

 

Jonesboro Study Guild Makes Donation to DART

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Thursday, May 7 Schedule of Games

TIME	EVENT	AGE	TEAM	TEAM	Field
6:00 PM	Baseball	11-13	BFCU	Big Bear Enterprise	1
6:00 PM	Baseball	9-10	Cherry Bomb LLC	Jonesboro Animal Clinic	2
6:00 PM	Softball	9-10	Jonesboro State Bank	Lady Law Dawgs	3
6:00 PM	Softball	11-13	Gold Key Realty	BFCU	4
7:30 PM	Baseball	9-10	Jackson Parish Bank	Johnny’s Pizza	2
7:45 PM	Baseball	11-13	Jackson Parish Journal	Southern States Equip	1

Friday, May 8th Schedule of Games

TIME	EVENT	AGE	TEAM	TEAM	FIELD
6:00 pm	Baseball	5-6	Johnny’s Pizza	Jonesboro State Bank	1
6:00 pm	Baseball	7-8	JM Neatherland	RSH	2
6:00 pm	Softball	7-8	Guinn Machine	The Spott	3
6:00 pm	Softball	5-6	Listle Real Estate	Jonesboro State Bank	4
7:30 pm	Baseball	7-8	Boardwalk	Dugedmona Farm & Feed	2
7:30 PM	Softball	7-8	Rook ADS	Revevie Hair	3

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Results of Games Played May 4 & 5

Age 11-13 Baseball

Southern States Equipment 6 Caney Storage 3
SSE Scoring: Mason Tolar 3, Thatcher Savage, Carter Kelley, Grant Griffin
CS Scoring: Shepard Norred 2, Eli Jones

Barksdale Federal Credit Union 9 Big Bear Enterprise 5
BFCU Scoring: Aiden Reed 2, James Lewis 2, Kash Gandy, Ryder Gates, Bryson Martinez, Jase Reed, Paxton Warner
BBE Scoring: Jackson Ables 2, Chris Wren, Grant Griffin, Asher Cooper,

Age 9-10 Baseball

Jonesboro Animal Clinic 12 Jackson Parish Bank 7
JAC Scoring: Reece Johnson 2, Cameron Pardue 2, Kreed Delaughter, Cole Burton, Isaac Sessions, Rafe Lewter, Thomas Sessions, Lucas Womack, Trenton Jerry, Isaac Roper
JPB Scoring: Ryland Keeney 2, Jess Potts, Clark Atkins, Ashton Anderson, Mayson Terrel, Jake Patton,

Cherry Bomb LLC 3 Johnny’s Pizza 2
CB Scoring: Rowan Sampey, Lucas Love, Luke Turner
JP Scoring: Lyndon Walsworth, Owen Shively

Age 7-8 Baseball

RSH 14 Dugdemona Farm & Feed 3
RSH Scoring: Tiago Jackson 3, Oliver Lee 3, Sammy Jones 2, Jaxon Johnson 2, Malakai Lamkin, Balke Rieson
DFF Scoring: Ryker Whitman, Jax Thomas, Axle Mullins

Boardwalk 13 J M Neatherland 3
BW Scoring: Emmett Thomas 2, Uriah Hall 2, Matthew Buchan 2, Krewe Blalock 2, Cohen McMillan 2, Jake Mathews, Logan Guin, Declan Love
JMN Scoring: Kolton Laffitte 2, Pistol McCurdy,

Age 6U Baseball

Party Bayou Rentals 18 Johnny’s Pizza 4
PBR Scoring: Harold Hogue 3, Koda Broomfield 3, Jackson Palmer 2, Jude Jones 2, Maverick Cockerham 2, Wyatt Maxwell 2, Harlan Gilbert 2, Kohen Stokes, Waylon Vines
JP Scoring: Tanner Ross, Dredyn Gilbert, Colton Williamson, Walker Wimberly,

Age 11-13 Softball

Guin Machine 14 4K Service 4
GM Scoring: Scarlett Parks 2, Lizzie Sullivan 2, Ava Cutwright 2, Maggie Guin 2, Jaylee Hough 2, Addie Anderson, Emily Bolyer, Paisley Owers, Anna Lee Love
4KS Scoring: Raylie Hall, Autumn Kohler, Rosemary Williams, Adleigh Cooper

4K Services 14 Gold Key Realty 14
4KS Scoring: (Incomplete) Lillie Hatten, Raylie Hall, Autumn Kohler, Ella Siddon, Jocelyn Hyde
GKR Scoring: Ryliegh McCormick, Emma Gray, Rosie Hall, Aaliyah Mixon

Age 9-10 Softball

Dodson Enterprise 6 Lady Law Dawgs 2
DE Scoring: Malia Gunter, Laniyah White, Aria Dodson, Mez’Meri Walker, Eddy Lott, Jersey Corley
LLD Scoring: Kylee Ann Allen, Ryleigh Puffer

Dodson Enterprise 3 Jonesboro State Bank 0
DE Scoring: Malia Gunter, Aria Dodson, Natalie Sullivan
JSB Scoring: none

Age 7-8 Softball

Revevie Hair 17 Guin Machine 16
RH Scoring: Bristol McNaughton 4, Mallorie Long 3, Isabella Cannady 3, Harper Gandy, Shyann McNaughton, Natalie Furtrell, Ava Garrett, Maren Folden, Katie Futrell, Star Bradley
GM Scoring: Paisleigh Owers 3, Aniston Nealy 3, Westlynn Sanford 2, Whitely Antee 2, Milly Guin, Eleanor Parker, Aniston Williams, Rosalie Williams, Layla Pate, River Wimberly

The Spott 15 Rook ADS 14
TS Scoring: Rey Wigginis 3, Parker Kate Long 3, Laurel Smith 3, KyrRii Johnson 2, Polly Lott 2, Klark Lowery, Emberly Greer
RADS Scoring: Caroline Hand 4, Merrit Flower 4, Ava Kohler 2, Margot Shuler 2, Eva Martin, Willa Bradford

Age 6U Softball 

Dodson Enterprise 18 Jonesboro State Bank 10
DE Scoring: Avery Dodson 3, Amara Wilson 3, Landy Atkins 3, Lou Audrey Hal 3, Kyndel Caskey 2, Synovia Johnson, Josephine Taylor, Dallas Taylor, Ledger Weeks
JSB Scoring: Tatum Barkley 3, Skye Bradley 3, Clenna Williams, Jermeni Evans, Stormy Bradley, Tyla Nelson

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

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

GUARANTY BANK & TRUST CO. OF DELHI
VS #37995
GRACE-LYNN, LLC.

By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court, Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale for cash at the principal front door of the JACKSON PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE, Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 6th day of MAY, 2026. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

LOT NO. TWO (2) OF THE RE-SUBDIVISION OF LOT NUMBERS 10 THROUGH 24 OF THE RE-SUBDIVISION OF A PORTION OF BLOCKS 1 AND 4 AND A PORTION OF BLOCKS 7 AND 8 OF THE CHATHAM ADDITION OF THE TOWN OF CHATHAMVILLE AND IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW 1/4) OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 15 NORTH, RANGE 1 WEST, CHATHAM, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA.

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
3/25/26
4/29/26

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

Traina Development Corportation
#37954
Shedrick Green III

By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court, Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale for cash at the principal front door of the JACKSON PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE, Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 20TH day of MAY, 2026. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

LOT 36, UNIT 10, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SUBDIVISION, JONESBORO, LA 71251

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.

Brent Barnett, Sheriff
Ex-Officio Auctioneer

4/8/26
5/13/26 

SHERIFF SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

NEWREZLLC, ETAL
#38063
GWENDOLYN HINTON

By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court, Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale for cash at the principal front door of the JACKSON PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE, Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 27TH day of MAY, 2026. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

LOT 8 OF BLOCK 18 OF THE VILLAGE AND/OR TOWN OF HODGE, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT AND MAP THEREOF ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT OF JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA.
WHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF 917 ELM STREET, HODGE, LA 71247

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.

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER
4/15/26
5/20/26

SHERIFF SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

PEOPLE’S BANK
vs #38083
BILLY RAY WOOD ESTATE & CLAUDIA SUE TEMPLE

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 3rd day of JUNE, 2026, Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

TRACT #6,: COMMENCING AT AN EXISTING CONCRETE MONUMENT AT THE SE COR OF THE SE OF NW OF SEC-13-15-2-WEST, JACKSON PARISH LA.; THENCE RUN N 88 DEG. TO 35’W ALONG THE 1/4 SECTION LINE FOR A DISTANCE OF 429.31′ TO A 1/2″ IRON ROD FOR THE STARTING POINT; FROM SAID STARTING POINT; THENCE RUN N 88 DEG. 35′ W ALONG THE 1/4 SECTION LINE FOR A
DISTANCE OF 167.00′ OF A 1/2″ RE-BAR; THENCE, LEAVING THE 1/4 SECTION LINE, RUN N 38 DEG. 39′ W FOR A DISTANCE OF 321.98′ TO A 1/2″ IRON ROD; THENCE RUN N 22 DEG. 49′ W FOR A DISTANCE OF 300.00′ TO A POINT IN THE CENTERLINE OF LOUISIANA HWY #4; THENCE RUN N 68 DEG. 27′ E ALONG SAID CENTERLINE FOR A DISTANCE OF 198.55′ TO A POINT; THENCE, LEAVING SAID CENTERLINE, RUN S 22 DEG. 49′ E FOR A DISTANCE OF 300.00′ TO A 1/2″ IRON ROD; THENCE RUN S 29 DEG. 11′ E FOR A DISTANCE OF 376.23′ BACK TO THE POB, CONTAINING 2.68 ACRES.

Which has the municipal address of 9500 Hwy 4, Chatham, LA 71226

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

Brent Barnett, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

4/22/26
5/27/26

SHERIFF SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

PEOPLE’S BANK
#38083A
BILLY WOOD ESTATE & CLAUDIA SUE TEMPLE

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 3rd day of JUNE, 2026. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4, SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 16 NORTH, RANGE 1 WEST, THENCE RUN WEST 518 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF FORTY FOR A POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE RUN SOUTH 460 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE SAID FORTY; THENCE RUN WEST 142 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID FORTY; THENCE RUN NORTH 460 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID FORTY; THENCE FUN EAST 142 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1 1/2
ACRES, MORE OR LESS, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES LOCATED THEREON AND BELONGING THERETO, SITUATED IN
JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA

Which has the municipal address of 225 Charles Estes Road, Eros, LA 71238

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

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

4/22/26
5/27/26

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

DELINQUENT TAX AND STATUTORY IMPOSITION LIST

State of Louisiana
vs.
Delinquent Tax Debtors of Jackson Parish

By virtue of the authority vested in me by the constitution of the laws of the state of Louisiana, I will sell by public auction, at the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office, 150 Old Winnfield Rd., Jonesboro, LA, beginning at 10 o’clock a.m. on the day of May 13, 2026, and continuing on each succeeding legal day, until the auction is completed, the tax lien.

I will issue in favor of the winning bidder and record in the mortgage records a tax lien certificate to all immovable property on which taxes are now due to Jackson Parish Sheriff & Ex-Officio Tax Collector to enforce collection of taxes assessed in the year 2025 together with interest thereon from January 1, 2026 at the rate not to exceed one percent (1%) per month on a noncompounding basis until paid and all costs.

At the auction, I will sell the tax lien to the winning bidder. The auction will be for cash or other payment method acceptable to the tax collector, in legal tender money of the United States.

At anytime prior to the institution of an action to enforce the tax lien certificate, the tax lien certificate may be terminated by paying the price paid at auction together with interest at the rate established at the tax auction, which shall not exceed one percent (1%) per month on a noncompounding basis computed on the amount paid at auction by the tax lien certificate purchaser until terminated, a penalty at the rate of five percent (5%), and costs reimbursable pursuant to R.S. 47:2156. The termination payment shall also include the amount of any
subsequent parish and municipal statutory impositions paid by the tax lien certificate holder, together with the applicable five percent (5%) penalty and any applicable interest computed on the statutory impositions at a rate of one percent (1%) per month on a noncompounding basis.

The names of the delinquent tax debtors, the amount of statutory impositions due, and the immovable property assessed to each for which a tax lien certificate will be issued are as follows:

0100001850 WARD 10
ANDREWS, ROSA MAE
C/O GABRIELLA DENISE ANDREWS
PO BOX 112
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $450.88 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
291-607; 293-605; 293-802: 115-689: CONVEYS: LOT 10 OF
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **


0020006717A WARD 02
BARNES, IRIS IRENE % SHIRLEY OSBORNE VANDERBILT
5045 ORCHARD RD.SE, STE 540
SMYRNA, GA 30080-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $3789.76 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
363-891: A 1.00 ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOC. IN THE SE OF SW,
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0031001600 WARD 03
CH BOONE-COLEMAN, OZETTA
10910 STANDARD AVE
LYNWOOD, CA 90262-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $136.71 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
#422487: #428955: 86-31: 75-381: BEG. AT SE CORNER OF
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0055005190 WARD 05
JB BRIDGES, O. D.
% BETTY ROWLEN
11845 FAIRHAVEN DRIVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70815-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $20.27 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
315-795: NORTH 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING DESC. PROPERTY:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0020014690 WARD 02
BRIGGS, JAMES C. & TERRY LYNN BRIGGS
723 HWY 3061
RUSTON, LA 71270
TAXES OWED ARE $508.36 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
303-153: 422-651: LOT 5, TENNESSEE AVENUE: COMMENCING
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0020014900 WARD 02
BRITTON, HETTIE EST.
% HENRY KIDD
5209 CONRAD DR
MONROE, LA 71202-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $54.46 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
419-29: 61-143: LOT BEG. AT NWC OF NORA DAVIS LOT IN E
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0030064252AAL WARD 03
BURTON, JUDE, JR.
6494 RIVERSIDE ROAD
Basile, LA 70515-9801
TAXES OWED ARE $11.21 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
IMPROVEMENTS ON LAND BELONGING TO ANOTHER (NORTH
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0030043300 WARD 03
CP VENTURES, LLC & MERLIN SMITH
410 OLIVE ST
MONROE, LA 71201-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $137.35 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
240-413: 431615: 431616: 173-4:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0030045661 WARD 03
CP VENTURES, LLC & MERLIN SMITH
410 OLIVE ST
MONROE, LA 71201-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $101.83 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
208-351: 319-346: 324-692: 421753: 429305: 430716:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

00750253300
CARPENTER, SHERRI
300 LEON #22
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $15.20 WITH INTEREST AND COST TO BE ADDED.
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE**

0020081580 WARD 02
CREECH, MELBA
1107 THIRD ST
EROS, LA 71238-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $60.52 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
247-508; 235-382; 241-172: 248-22: 401-695:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0020034350 WARD 02
DAVIS, ANNIE JO
155 MT PISGAH LN
RUSTON, LA 71270
TAXES OWED ARE $849.70 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
195-218: 197-753: 181-478: LOT NO. 8, UNIT NO.
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0040086620 WARD 04
DISTEFANO, PATRICIA P.
P. O. BOX 86715
BATON ROUGE, LA 70879-6715
TAXES OWED ARE $18.35 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
430931: (PROPERTY NOW DESCRIBED AS): TRACT 2: A
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0020073160 WARD 02
DOUGLAS, JOYCE MUSTAFAA & TANESHA MERCEDES DOUGLAS GREENE
1602 WORTHINGTON LANE
LANASTER, TX 75134-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $154.94 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
112-510: 348-601; 348-599; 348-892: 357-553: 358-46:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0095005211 WARD 09
DREHER, JB JR, GLEN AUBREY & CECILIA A. DREHER
4576 MAPLEWOOD DRIVE
BASTROP, LA 71220-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $164.13 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
368-162: 371-74: 372-984: 417-942: 426036: 426038:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0080029230 WARD 08
FERREL, CASEY LANE
112 WEEKS ROAD
QUITMAN, LA 71268-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $486.33 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
363-901: 425-186: 413523: 414100: 430484:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0083008850 WARD 08-HG
GREEN CLINIC MANAGEMENT COMPANY, L.L.C.
1200 S. FARMERVILLE
RUSTON, LA 71270-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $3981.89 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
241-293: 258-263: 407-910: 185-632: A TRACT OF LAND IN
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0084025919 WARD 08-NH
HARRISON LILLY, LLC & MOSSY HOMES, LLC
1309 LOUISVILLE AVE
MONROE, LA 71201-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $447.84 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
96-247: 98-57: 141-302: 251-112: 271-604: 284-771:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0010039715 WARD 01
HENDRY, RONALD DEWAYNE (ESTATE OF)
C/O DEVAN NELSON
904 HENDERSON RD
WEST MONROE, LA 71291-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $353.57 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
370-968: 141-377: 149-624: BEG. AT
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0092005275 WARD 09-EH
HENRY, AMY LEE DAVIS
6640 COLTON BLVD
OAKLAND, CA 94611-2332
TAXES OWED ARE $20.27 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
305-148: 123-656: 159-493: 177-407:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0092005630 WARD 09-EH
HOWARD, TOMMY
114 GAYLA DR
JONESBORO, LA 71251-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $15.20 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
255-496: 421524: 421600: 95-30: BEG. A THE NE COR OF
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0020076935 WARD 02
HUDSON, LIZABETH MARTIN
207 CENTENNIAL DR
GREENWOOD, LA 71033-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $60.52 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
303-135: 422-534: COMMENCING AT A POINT THAT IS
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0020048040 WARD 02
INGRAM, BRIAN K.
673 HWY 3061
RUSTON, LA 71270-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $185.49 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
#428845; #428828: 293-409: COMMENCING AT AN EXISTING
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0083012943 WARD 08-HG
JAMES P. HILL, DISTRIBUTOR, INC.
% KERRY HILL
384 DOZIER CREEK
FARMERVILLE, LA 71241-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $303.96 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
319-330: 381-570: 109-142: A CERTAIN LOT OR
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0020065510 WARD 02
JARRELL, MARLON, JR.
1208 4TH ST
EROS, LA 71238-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $1177.73 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
331-225: 393-142: 391-926: 400-847:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0095014290 WARD 09
JOHNS JB, TYLER RAY AND ALI DANIELLE JOHNS
5614 WALKER ROAD
JONESBORO, LA 71251-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $3166.27 WITH INTEREST& COST TO BE ADDED.
#405174:423813:310-420: A 0.712 ACRE TRACT OF LAND
**COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT THE COURTHOUSE**

0070012370 WARD 07
JONES, YWANAKI – TAX SALE
312 N POLK AVE
JONESBORO, LA 71251-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $30.39 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
283-640: 408477: 432716: 187 GLENMOR DR
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0105023700 WARD 10-JB
KEYS, TERRY – TAX SALE TITLE
610 ROBINSON ST
JONESBORO, LA 71251-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $230.99 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
410-754:420-228: 414541: 107- 113: LOT 15 OF CRESTVIEW
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0083021411 WARD 08-HG
KUJAWA, JOHN MICHAEL
PO BOX 488
HODGE, LA 71247-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $164.16 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
(1231` FOURTH ST H) 303-696: 325-831:326-488:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0040062386 WARD 04
LESTER, MARY A. (ESTATE)
% CINDY JONES
5892 BEECH SPRINGS ROAD
QUITMAN, LA 71268-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $27.80 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
MH ID# 1553 218-76; 281-220; 284-341:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0105018300 WARD 10-JB
LINDSEY, BEULAH FLOURNOY. ETAL
5235 EBONY LANE
PORT ARTHUR, TX 77640-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $38.52 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
409127: 400786: 408642: 407299: 38-142: JOAN LINDSEY
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

281-551: 344-752:
UND.1/6 INT. IN & INTO:
**COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE**

0065027500 WARD 06-JB
LIVE ROYALY ESTATES LLC & O’BRIEN CALAHAN – TAX DEED
39081 PRAIRIE NORTH
GONZALES, LA 70737-0000
OTHER OWNERS:
CALAHAN, O’BRIEN – TAX DEED
TAXES OWED ARE $258.38 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
400792: 414618: 415432: 422123: 422244: 427221:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0105021800 WARD 10-JB
LIVE ROYALY ESTATES LLC & O’BRIEN CALAHAN – TAX DEED
39081 PRAIRIE NORTH
GONZALES, LA 70737-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $77.02 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
189-654:: #419625; #419635: 427217: #427417: 100%
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0010021000 WARD 01
LIVE ROYALY ESTATES LLC – PARISH TAX DEED
39081 PRAIRIE NORTH
GONZALES, LA 70737-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $389.85 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
89-460: 98-157: 103-698: 427219: 100 % – INTEREST
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0070019990 WARD 07
LIVE ROYALY ESTATES LLC – PARISH TAX DEED
39081 PRAIRIE NORTH
GONZALES, LA 70737-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $351.60 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
254-182: 265-220: 274-67: 309-289: 400-690: 425414:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0075007130 WARD 07-JB
LIVE ROYALY ESTATES, LLC & O’BRIEN CALAHAN – TAX DEED
39081 PRAIRIE NORTH
GONZALES, LA 70737-0000
OTHER OWNERS:
CALAHAN, O’BRIEN – TAX DEED
TAXES OWED ARE $52.70 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
390-51: 417-477: 417-503: 427215: 427415:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0040073500 WARD 04
MCCONATHY, ROBERT LOUIS
324 BUTCH PARDUE RD
DOWNSVILLE, LA 71234-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $10.56 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
202-481: 407-513: 399907: 183-864: SIX ACS IN SW OF SW
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0030064252AO WARD 03
MYERS, ANDREW
115 EUGENIE DR
DUSON, LA 70529-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $33.61 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
423-74: 423-606: IMPROVEMENTS ON PROPERTY OF NORTH CANEY
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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NORENBERG, HAROLD AUGUST (ESTATE)
% JOANN GUNN
PO BOX 1293
VISTA, CA 92083-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $12.67 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
237-349: 137-162: LOT #4: BEG. AT
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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PELICAN ENTERPRISE LLC
228 SHADY ACRES RD
WINNFIELD, LA 71483-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $22.24 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
350-169: 420683: 423557: LOTS 10 & 11 OF ‘CEDAR PARK’
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0040045420 WARD 04
PELICAN ENTERPRISE LLC
228 SHADY ACRES RD
WINNFIELD, LA 71483-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $12.24 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
349-153: 420683: 423557: LOTS 1,2,4,5,13,14,15, AND
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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PURKTINI ENTERPRISES, LLC & CP VENTURES, LLC
210 GRIFFIN RD
RUSTON, LA 71270-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $111.91 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
432413: SW/4 OF NE/4, SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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RICHARD, PHILIP D.
495 SUGAR CREEK RD
QUITMAN, LA 71268-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $1436.77 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
363-314; 315; 318; 324; 327; 365-832; 835; 838; 841:
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RICHARDSON, NATHAN AND PATRICIA FAY ADMIRE
193 SHENANDOAH LANE
EROS, LA 71238-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $5.10 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
384-137: 422-112: 416856:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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ROBINSON, CORA, EST.
% MAE DORIS WILLIAMS
1506 CYNTHIA ST
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $61.83 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
38-559: LOT BEG AT SEC OF NE OF SE SEC-30-15-3-W TH RUN N
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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ROBINSON, EDGAR
% MAE DORIS WILLIAMS
1506 CYTNHIA ST
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $29.38 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
HOUSE ON MOTHER’S LAND——- ———(#0095018400, CORA
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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ROBINSON, HENRY E.
1300 GANSVILLE RD
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $16.44 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
216-524: A 21.5 TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE E/2 OF
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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ROGERS, DANIEL B
117 12TH ST
JONESBORO, LA 71251-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $449.87 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
193-798: 244-450: 244-633: 362-151: 390-206:410-656:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0065016398A WARD 06-JB
ROGERS, DANIEL BRIAN & BRANDY NICOLE DUKE ROGERS
138 DOGWOOD DR
JONESBORO, LA 71251-5344
TAXES OWED ARE $210.74 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
193-798: 244-450: 244-633: 362-151: 390-206:407-914:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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RUTHERFORD, ROBIN
132 VILLA DRIVE
WESTLAKE, LA 70669-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $111.16 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
MOBILE HOME ON PROPERTY BELONGING TO ANOTHER (J.D.
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0040071390 WARD 04
SMITH, EDWIN WAYNE AND EDWIN QUIN ORTEGO
PO BOX 150
HODGE, LA 71247-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $601.37 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
329-785: 411881: 416220: 422743:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0040018140 WARD 04
SMITH, GORDON LAMAR, JR. & DEBORAH ANN CALLENDER SMITH
211 SLEEPY HOLLOW DR
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $322.35 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
327-450: 347-780: 349-9: 388-971: 397-931:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0060028540 WARD 06
STEPPS, NEVER C.
212 MOFFETT DR
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $18.89 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
228-400: TRACT #2 OF THE SE OF NW, SEC-35-14-4-W,
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0055012091 WARD 05-JB
STREET, ROBERT L.
C/O MELODY GATES
883 JOHN WATTS RD
JONESBORO, LA 71251-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $394.13 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
270-656: 348-577: 428-812: 156-280: LOT 3 OF THE
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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THOMAS, RHONDA JEWEL
1546 S. HUDSON AVE.
JONESBORO, LA 71251-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $28.02 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
227-46: 315-649: 415440: 160-478: W 1/2 OF THE S 1/2
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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THOMAS, RHONDA M.; ETAL
1546 S HUDSON AVE
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $27.85 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
MH # 1207 368-491: 432252: RHONDA M.
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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THOMPSON-HAYES, LATOYA AND BERTHA THOMPSON WASHINGTON- TAX SALE
7326 WOODED LAKE LN
RICHMOND, TX 77407-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $425.54 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
#400771: 411990: #417137: 423850: 416-351: 148-458:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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THOMPSON-HAYES, LATOYA AND BERTHA THOMPSON WASHINGTON- TAX SALE TITLE
7326 WOODED LAKE LN
RICHMOND, TX 77407-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $20.28 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
#400771: 411990: #414553: 423850: 1% FLECIA LASHON
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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WADE, JEWEL; ETAL
% IDA FAYE WADE JOHNSON
696 BEECH SPRINGS RD
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $95.24 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
313-266: JEWEL WADE; IDA FAYE WADE JOHNSON; & JIMMIE
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0040123050 WARD 04
WALNUT CREEK FARMS, INC.
275 TREMONT DRIVE
RUSTON, LA 71270
TAXES OWED ARE $2710.37 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
253-18: 424-597: 432498: THE SW 1/4 AND THE NORTH ONE
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

0040123051 WARD 04
WALNUT CREEK FARMS, INC.
275 TREMONT DRIVE
RUSTON, LA 71270
TAXES OWED ARE $166.61 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
248-184: 265-217: 267-83: 424-597: 432498:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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WARD, LEO RICHARD FAMILY TRUST
RICHARD WARD
4220 159TH AVE SE
BELLEVUE, WA 98006-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $28.02 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
#408804; #408805; #408806: 244-302: LOT NUMBER 4 OF BLK
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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WARD, LEO RICHARD FAMILY TRUST
% RICHARD WARD
4220 159TH AVENUE SE
BELLEVUE, WA 98006-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $22.42 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
#4088804; #408805; #408806: 248-795: A 0.732 ACRE TRACT
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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WILLIAMS, JOHN L., SR.
11869 HWY 126
DODSON, LA 71422-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $301.94 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
193-460: 234-91: #413009: 173-55: A STRIP OF LAND 83
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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WILLOUGHBY, ALICETEAN; ETAL
% ARMEY JOHNSON, JR.
911 BEECH SPRINGS ROAD
JONESBORO, LA 71251
TAXES OWED ARE $62.80 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
160-375: 331-601: ARMY LEE JOHNSON, JR.,
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WILSON, DEBRA LAYNE CONN & STEWART OSCAR WILSON
% ALVIN TRUETT CONN & JO LAYNE CONN
1308 HAROLD ELLEN
EL DORADO, AR 71730-0000
OTHER OWNERS:
CONN, ALVIN TRUETT & JO LAYNE CONN
TAXES OWED ARE $75.59 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
M H ID # 1424 419-651: ALVIN TRUETT CONN &
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WILSON, DEBRA LAYNE CONN & STEWART OSCAR WILSON
% ALVIN TRUETT CONN & JO LAYNE CONN
1308 HAROLD ELLEN
EL DORADO, AR 71730-0000
OTHER OWNERS:
CONN, ALVIN TRUETT CONN & JO LAYNE CONN
TAXES OWED ARE $66.16 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
419-651: ALVIN TRUETT CONN & JO LAYNE CONN RESERVE THE
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

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WINSTON, EMMA (ESTATE)
C/O MARTIEL GRAY
PO BOX 418
HODGE, LA 71247-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $84.10 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
97-208: 11-583: LOT 16 OF BLK 24, VILLAGE OF HODGE, LA.

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WINSTON, JOE (ESTATE)
C/O CARRIE LEE PRICE-WINSTON
PO BOX 418
HODGE, LA 71247-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $25.34 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
399594 94-638: 97-300: 111- 807: LOT 23 OF BLK 25,
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WINSTON, JOE (ESTATE)
PO BOX 418
HODGE, LA 71247-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $81.06 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
96-411: 399594 LOT 17 OF BLK 24, VILLAGE OF HODGE, LA.

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WOOLDRIDGE, HARRY EARL
844 PARDUE LOOP
JONESBORO, LA 71251-0000
TAXES OWED ARE $124.49 WITH INTEREST & COST TO BE ADDED.
MH ID# 1513 260-88: 338-164: 348-66:
** COMPLETE DESCRIPTION AT COURTHOUSE **

Brent Barnett, Sheriff &
Ex-Officio Auctioneer
Jackson Parish
Jonesboro, LA 71251

PUBLIC NOTICE

Jackson Parish Library Board 
Jonesboro, Louisiana
Regular Board Meeting Minutes
April 20, 2026

The Jackson Parish Library Board of Control met on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at the Jonesboro branch of the
Jackson Parish Library for the regular scheduled quarterly board meeting. The meeting was called to order by Carol
Massey, Board President.
Members present: Paula Essmeier, Judy Cooper, Lisa Nunn, Ann Standley, Robin Tew, and Carol Massey.
Also present was Floyd Knox and Judy Robertson. Mrs. Kelly LaRocca, Associate State Librarian, was also present to give trustee training immediately following the meeting.
Members absent: Vickie Jenkins and Lewis Chatham.
Mrs. Standley led the invocation.
There being no public comments, the Board proceeded with the proposed agenda.
Mrs. Nunn made the motion to adopt the minutes for the January 20 Board meeting. Mrs. Cooper seconded. All yes.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to accept the 1st-quarter financial reports. Mrs. Cooper seconded. All yes. Motion
carried.
Mrs. Nunn made the motion to accept the January, February, and March statistical reports. Mrs. Essmeier seconded. All
yes. Motion carried.
The next scheduled meeting is set for Monday, July 20, 2026.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to adjourn the meeting and go into trustee training. Mrs. Essmeier seconded. All yes.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Carol Massey, Board President
Mr. Floyd Knox, Secretary

PUBLIC NOTICE

Jackson Parish School Board Meeting Minutes
May 4, 2026

Jonesboro, Louisiana – The Jackson Parish School Board met in a regular scheduled meeting at 11:00 a.m. on May 4, 2026 at Jackson Parish School Board, 315 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, Louisiana.
The following were present for roll call: Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Wade McBride, Paulette Belton, Gerry Mims, Dennis Clary and Calvin Waggoner
Absent: None
Dennis Clary gave the Invocation.
Gerry Mims led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The meeting was called to order by Mary Saulters.A motion was made by Rick Barlow seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to approve the minutes from the Regular Scheduled meetings held on April 13, 2026.
The Board recognized Derrick Perry as PCAL Bus Driver of the Year.
The Board recognized Emily Smith, ELA Coordinator who provided an update on DIBELS.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to approve the relocation of students attending Jonesboro Hodge Middle School beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. Under this proposal, 6th grade students will transition to Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, 7th and 8th grade students will transition to Jonesboro Hodge High School.
Yays: Dennis Clary, Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Calvin Waggoner and Wade McBride
Nays: Gerry Mims and Paulette Belton
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 Paulette Belton and carried to approve for payment the following bills: General Fund, Federal Program, School Food Service, Sales Tax, Special Education and District Maintenance bills.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving to pay Employer’s Share of Group Benefits insurance premiums from General Fund for the June 2026 sales tax distribution.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving to pay a one-time retention stipend in the amount of $2,000.00 for certified staff and staff required to have a degree (IT Department, Nurses and Business Office Staff) and $1,000.00 for non-certified staff, to be paid out of General Fund. This stipend is intended for the retention of our employees’ services for the 2026-2027 school year.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving the Differential Compensation Allocation stipend for the fiscal year 2025-2026 to be paid to highly effective teachers, teachers in critical shortage areas as determined by BESE, teachers working in high needs schools, and teacher leader positions. The total allocation for this funding if $51,025.00, to be paid from the Differentiated Compensation Allocation fund.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried accepting low quote of $14,648.00 from Red Ball Oxygen for the purchase of four (4) Miller welding machines to be used in the welding program at Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid for 2025-2026 Perkins funds.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving the Job Description for the Attendance Improvement Specialist, to be paid out of Redesign funding. This is a one-year position.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried approving the hiring of Speech Therapists through a vendor agreement and/or individual staff contract at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary, Jonesboro Hodge Middle, Jonesboro Hodge High School and Weston High School for the 2026-2027 school year to be paid out of General Fund, not to exceed $185,000.00. One of the therapists will be onsite through a vendor and one will be virtual.
Kristi Bass, Business Manager presented the Financial Report.
Wade McBride reported to the Board on the meeting of the Building and Grounds Committee.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Calvin Waggoner and carried accepting low quote of $15,434.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. to purchase one (1) Baseball LED Scoreboard for Quitman High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried accepting low quote of $11,750.00 from Dodson Enterprises, Inc. for Quitman High School Baseball scoreboard installation, to be paid from Quitman District funds.
Gerry Mims reported to the Board on the meeting of the Transportation Committee.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving Jackson Parish 4-H contracting the use of a Jackson Parish bus and driver to transport students to summer camp at Camp Grant Walker in Pollock, La., June 29-July 2, 2026. Expenses will be paid by the LSU Ag Center – Jackson Parish office.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving out of state travel for 40-45 Gifted and Talented students and five (5) Staff (Taryn Toms, Kathy Venable, Jennifer Tolar, Cortney Harvey and Megan Lott) to attend the bi-annual Art Field Trip on January 15-17, 2027 in Houston, Texas. Expenses will be paid by the GT Art account.
A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried approving out of state travel for Evie Delaney and Katie Delaney (Staff) to attend the National Junior Beta convention June 23, 2026- June 27, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. Expenses will be reimbursed according to policy IFCB – Field Trips and Excursions.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to adjourn at 12:10 p.m..

 

 

Sonda Womack
November 27, 1942 – April 30, 2026

Funeral services celebrating the life of Sonda Womack, 83, of Chatham, Louisiana, will be held at 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Chatham Community Methodist Church with Rev. Lynn Malone, Rev. Lala Ball, and Rev. Russell Rhodes officiating. Interment will follow immediately after at Chatham Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Sonda Ann Roberts Womack, age 83, of Chatham, Louisiana, passed away on April 30, 2026, in Chatham, surrounded by her three sons and their wives.

She was born on November 27, 1942, in Chatham, Louisiana, to W. R. and Aline Johnson Roberts, the seventh of ten children.

Sonda devoted her life in service to her Lord, her family, and her community. She faithfully served the Lord through her gift of music, playing the piano and organ for various congregations over a span of 73 years. She also served her community as Postmaster of the Chatham Post Office for over 25 years and gave her time generously to the Crossroads Mission in Chatham.

At home, she expressed that same devotion in quieter but no less meaningful ways, caring for her family and creating a place where they were always welcome.

She was preceded in death by her parents; all nine of her siblings; her husband, Tommy L. Womack; one great-grandson, Kobyn Malone; and the father of her three sons, Terry Malone.

She is survived by her three sons and two step-daughters: Ben Malone and wife Kellie of Madisonville, Louisiana; Lynn Malone and wife Vanessa of Minden, Louisiana; and Shawn Malone and wife Toni of Chatham, Louisiana. She is also survived by step-daughters, Jan Blythe and husband Jim of La Belle, Florida, and Nan Cole and husband Steve of Shreveport, LA. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Two sisters-in-law, Lynette Roberts and Sandy Roberts, also survive.

The pallbearers will be Adam Malone, Josh Malone, Kade Malone, Taylor McCarty, Matthew Ingram, Michael Lites, Ryder Malone, and Mitchell Malone.

The honorary pallbearers will be Jason Roberts, Don Reinhart, and Ronnie Hightower.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Chatham Community Church or the Zoar Cemetery Association, c/o Peoples Bank in Chatham, LA.

 

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The Burn Ban in Jackson Parish, which has been in place since March 30th, has been lifted. Jackson Parish Fire Chief’s Association President Philip Brown made the announcement through a press release on May 1st. 

PRESS RELEASE

Date: May 1, 2026
Contact: Chief Philip Brown, Quitman Fire District 1/President
Phone: 318-259-8888
Burn Ban Release #3

Burn Ban Release #3 has hereby been lifted as of 05-01-2026 at 7:00 am for the Parish of Jackson

The Jackson Parish Fire Chief’s Association has the right to rescind and or implement the Parish Burn Ban at anytime. 

The public’s cooperation during this period has been greatly appreciated. 

Philip D. Brown
Fire Chief
Quitman Fired District 1
President 

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The future of Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School, its faculty, and its students will be discussed by the Jackson Parish School Board during their regular monthly meeting at 11:00 am on Monday, May 4th. 

The session will be held in the Conference Room of the Jackson Parish School District Central Office located at 315 Pershing Hwy in Jonesboro. 

According to the stated agenda, board members Mary Saulters (President), Rick Barlow (Vice President), Calvin Waggoner, Gerry Mims, Paulette Belton, Wade McBride, and Dennis Clary will consider approving the relocation of students attending Jonesboro Hodge Middle School beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. Under this proposal, 6th-grade students will transition to Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, while 7th and 8th-grade students will transition to Jonesboro Hodge High School.

In addition, Derrick Perry will be recognized as the PCAL Bus Driver of the Year, and ELA (English Language Arts) Coordinator Emily Smith will provide a DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) update.

The board will then consider adopting items per reports from the Transportation, Executive Finance, and Building and Grounds Committees before comments by Jackson Parish School District Superintendent William Carter will close the meeting. 

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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There is no place like home – away from home! That is the sentiment that Quitman High School enjoys about playing at the Frasch Softball Complex in Sulphur, LA, site of the annual LHSAA state softball tournament, where the Lady Wolverines have won five straight games over the past three years, including the 5-2 semi-final victory over Hicks on Saturday. 

With their season-best 11th win in a row, Quitman, seeded #2 in the 20-team Class B bracket, improved to 24-9 on the year and into their fourth consecutive finals in search of their third straight Class B championship.

Class B State Finals 
Sunday, May 3
3:00 pm
#2 Quitman (24-9) vs #4 Anacoco (15-12) 

The Lady Wolverines will play Anacoco for the Class B championship at 3:00 pm on Sunday, May 3rd, who despite entering the playoffs with a pedestrian 12-12 record, beat #20 Choudrant 5-1, #5 Zwolle 7-1 and upset top-ranked Stanley 9-6 in the semi-finals to advance to the finals matchup. 

If you describe the Frasch Complex as Quitman’s home-away-from-home, then you must recognize Hallie Kate Pullig as “matron of the manor”. The sophomore sensation, who has earned the undeniable reputation of being at her best the bigger the game, once again showcased her uncanny ability by clubbing a triple and a double to knock in Quitman’s first three runs and crossed home plate for the fourth in what turned out to be the pivotal bottom of the fifth inning that saw the Lady Wolverines go up 5-0 by plating four runs in the frame. 

In five games at the state tournament, Pullig has 9 hits in 17 at-bats, for a gaudy .527 batting average. Six of the hits are for extra bases, made up three triples and three doubles, with the 2024 championship game MVP as an 8th grader accounting for 13 RBI and 3 runs scored. 

Another who has traditionally stepped up for the Lady Wolverines is Maggie Guyotte, who once again exhibited her incredible offensive prowess but on Saturday added another dimension to her already legendary resume. 

Recognized as the state’s all-time leader in base hits and RBI’s and second-best ever in home runs, Guyotte stroked a single and scored two runs, including the first tally of the game after getting hit by a pitch and scoring on Pullig’s triple to give Quitman a first inning 1-0 lead.

On Saturday, though, it was her prowess on the mound that was a catalyst for the victory.

To set the stage, starting and winning pitcher, Brenna Lamkin, had cruised through the first four innings, allowing only a first-inning double to Hick’s all-stater Courtlyn Dousay. In the top of the fifth inning, trouble set in as Hicks loaded the bases with no outs as two batters reached base after getting hit by a pitch, and Dousay was intentionally walked. 

Quitman head coach Justin Dodson then summoned Guyotte to the mound. A key member of the pitching staff, who has a tremendous 45-12 record over her six-year career, and is 7-1 this season, the relief appearance was the first time Guyotte had ever pitched in a state tournament game. 

Nursing the slim 1-0 lead, tension built to a fever pitch as the first three pitches were balls, but showing tremendous fortitude, Guyotte calmly threw three straight strikes to record the first out of the inning and then slammed the door shut on the rally attempt by striking out the next batter and coaxing a lineout to leave the bases loaded and leave Quitman unscathed. 

Buoyed by escaping the scary situation with the lead still intact, the Lady Wolverines put the game away in the bottom half of the inning when Anna Leach first reached on a one-out error, the 4th of the game committed by the Hicks infield. Guyotte followed with a single, and Pullig brought both in with a double to center field to increase Quitman’s lead to 3-0. Brenna Lamkin and Briley Bowers, back from a horrifying wreck earlier in the week that threatened to end her season, kept the inning going with a two-out single and double, respectively, that gave Quitman an insurmountable 5-0 lead. Hicks would score twice in the top of the seventh for the final margin.

To view the final out celebration by QHS, click here. 

 

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