To the victors go the spoils! The 2026 1B All-District baseball team has been announced, with players from district champion Weston High School and second-place Quitman High School taking 11 of the 17 First Team spots, including the Most Valuable Player and Defensive Player of the Year. Seven more locals were named to the All-District Second Team.

Named Most Valuable Player was Drew Browning of Weston High School, with Hudson Pullig of Quitman High School selected as Defensive Player of the Year. Both have signed to continue their baseball career at South Arkansas College.  

1B All-District Baseball First Team

PITCHERS
NOAH THOMAS – SHS
LIAM WEAVER – WHS
TY HENDERSON – WHS
ZACH SMUDRICKS – QHS

INFIELD
DREW BROWNING – WHS
CHRIS HARRELL – SHS
BRALEN GIBSON – SHS
MAX LEE – SHS
KACE WEST – QHS

OUTFIELD
JASE BORDERS – WHS
HUDSON PULLIG – QHS
BEAUX OLIVER – WHS
TREVOR COOK – SHS

CATCHER
CHRIS STEVENS – SHS
DAVID MOBLEY – PCHS

DESIGNATED HITTER
COLTON BLUNDELL – WHS

UTILITY PLAYER
EASTON BORDERS – WHS

1B All-District Baseball Second Team

PITCHERS
KAID BARMORE – SHS
BENTON AXTON – PCHS

INFIELD
MADDOX DUCK – QHS
DAWSON GRIFFIN – WHS
REMY KENNARD – WHS
TANNER STINSON – PCHS

OUTFIELD
BRYCE TOLAR – WHS
BRYSON YARBOROUGH – SHS
CAIL KING – QHS

CATCHER
ZACH MOSLEY – DHS

DESIGNATED HITTER
TUCKER NEWTON – QHS

UTILITY PLAYER
LEVI JOYNER – CHS

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The Jackson Parish Police Jury held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, May 11th in the Nathaniel Zeno, Jr. Meeting Room of the Jackson Parish Administrative Building, located at 160 Industrial Drive in Jonesboro.

During the session, Jury members Todd Culpepper (President), Lewis Chatham, Amy Magee, Sheketia Combs, Tarneshala Cowans, Regina Rowe, and Keith Burris addressed the following agenda items.

1. Adopted the minutes of the April 13, 2026, Regular Police Jury Meeting, monthly purchase orders, and payment of all bills.
2. Adopted the minutes of the April 30, 2026, Finance Committee meeting.
3. Approved purchasing Brightly Software for the Road Department.
4. Approved the Operations Manager Report presented by Brad Roller.
5. Approved the Road Supervisor Report presented by Jack Williams and accepted the Emergency/Off-Schedule Report.
6. Approved the Solid Waste Supervisor Report presented by Ed Howard.
7. Approved the Engineering Report presented by Paul Riley of The Riley Co. of Louisiana.
8. Approved and accepted the Blue Cross Blue Shield 2026-2027 insurance quote.
9. Acted on Parish Board Appointments.

The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Jackson Parish Police Jury will be on Monday, June 8th.  

 

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The Jackson Parish Hospital announces that the winners of the first quarter (January 1 – March 31), 2026, Community Photography Contest have been selected. Each of the four selected persons will receive $250.00 and have their picture displayed at Jackson Parish Hospital. 

Congratulations to our winners:
“Edge of Silence” by Danielle Blalock
“Sunset Over the Golf Course” by Nichole Garrett
“Black Lake Winter 2026” by Gavin Sampey
“Spirit of Ebenezer” by Jonas Thompson

In October 2023, Jackson Parish Hospital launched the Community Photography Contest to celebrate the history, beauty, and unique scenery of the communities we serve, captured through the lenses of those who call them home. Winning images from this contest are proudly displayed throughout the hospital, highlighting the landscapes and moments that make Jackson Parish and the surrounding areas so special.

The JPH thanks all who shared their creativity and perspective through this contest and is grateful for your participation. Your images help the JPH celebrate the beauty, character, and spirit of our community every day! 

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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 selected for their tremendous commitment, dedication, and excellence in the classroom, which helps our local youth prepare for their future endeavors. This week, Hannah Jones, a dedicated Math Teacher at Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School for the past 2 years, is recognized.

With 7 years of experience, Hannah continues to make a positive impact both academically and personally, and she loves witnessing the “light bulb” moments in her classroom—those moments when students finally grasp a concept they’ve worked hard to understand. Watching their confidence grow as they realize what they are capable of is one of the most rewarding parts of teaching for her.

Two accomplishments that stand out most in Hannah’s career are being named Highest Performing Math Teacher at JHMS for the 2024-2025 school year and being voted by her colleagues as the “Teacher I Would Like My Child To Have” for the 2025-2026 school year. These honors reflect not only her dedication to student success but also the care and trust she builds with those around her.

Hannah credits her high school Spanish teacher for having a significant impact on her life. She says the teacher constantly reminded students that even what they thought was impossible could be achieved through hard work and perseverance—a lesson Hannah now strives to instill in her own students every day. If she weren’t in education, Hannah would likely be a nurse so she could continue caring for and helping others. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family.

Please join the Jackson Parish School District in celebrating Hannah Jones as “Staff Standout”.

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Ciara Gray, the senior standout track and field star from Jonesboro-Hodge High School, who recently won three individual state titles at the 2026 Class A LHSAA Track and Field State Meet held at LSU in Baton Rouge, LA, has been honored to receive the “Aaron’s Ace” award.

Each week, Aaron Dietrich, Sports Director of KNOE-TV, Channel 8 in Monroe, LA, selects an outstanding athlete from northeast Louisiana to be honored with the coveted award. It is the second time in the past two years that Gray has been selected for the honor. 

The Louisiana State University (LSU) signee ends her JHHS career with 9 individual state championships and 3 state runner-up finishes over the past three years, including holding the all-time LHSAA composite (all classes) record in the triple jump. She also holds the all-time Jackson Parish and JHHS school records for the triple jump, 100-meter hurdles, and 300-meter hurdles, where she also has the top ten marks in all three events. 

To view the “Aaron’s Ace” segment that was aired on KNOE-TV Sports this past Wednesday, May 13th, click here or go to https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AjzkeWvXK/

 

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Graduation ceremonies for the 8th-grade class at Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School will be held at 10:00 am on Wednesday, May 20th. 

Always a special time, this year’s event takes on even more meaning as it will be the last time an 8th-grade class graduates from the JHMS facility, which will be shut down after this school year. 

Graduation attire required for participants is as follows:

Boys: White Shirt, Black jeans or slacks.
Girls: Black or White dress with dress shoes, or white shirt with black jeans or slacks

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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 May 10-16, 2026:

Kaliegh King – Junior on the Quitman High School girls track team
Jakhorielle Lard – Sophomore on the Jonesboro-Hodge High School girls track team
Gracie Gray – Freshman on the Weston High School girls track 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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The Jackson Parish Hospital is pleased to announce that Allen Roberts, Chef Manager at JPH, partnered with Culinary Services Group, has been selected as the “WOW” Award recipient for May.

Allen was nominated for his continued dedication to the Dietary team and for the leadership he has shown in his new role as Chef Manager. Since stepping into this position, Allen has demonstrated strong leadership, reliability, and an impressive work ethic.

Approaching each day with a positive attitude, Allan’s growth within the Dietary department has been widely appreciated by many across JPH. He is always willing to step in wherever he’s needed and consistently supports his team, helping create a positive and dependable work environment.

Allen’s commitment plays an important role in supporting Jackson Parish Hospital’s mission of providing the very best care to those we serve.

“Thank you for all that you do, Allen! You truly embody what it means to be ‘WOW,’ and we are grateful for the impact you make every day!” – JPH Administration

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On Saturday, June 6th, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will conduct a Boater Education Course at the Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District (JPASD) Training Center, located at 115 Watts Street in Jonesboro, LA. It is recommended to register now for the course as space is limited to the first 35 applicants. To register, click here or go to https://louisianaoutdoors.com/events/195578.

The course conducted by John Miller will run from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, with lunch provided by Caney Lake Community Foundation.

This FREE boating course includes information on choosing a boat, classifications, hulls, motors, legal and equipment requirements, navigation rules, navigation charts, trailering, sailboats, and related subjects that include canoeing, personal watercraft, and more. Participants who complete the course will receive a Boater Education Certificate.

Anyone born on or after January 1, 1984, must have this certification to operate a boat. 

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Thursday, May 21 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	Dodson Enterprises	3
6:00 PM	Softball	11-13	4K Services	BFCU	4
7:30 PM	Baseball	9-10	Johnny’s Pizza	Jackson Parish Bank	2
7:30 PM	Baseball	5-6	Dodson Enterprises	Listle Real Estate	4
7:45 PM	Baseball	11-13	Jackson Parish Journal	Southern States Equip.	1

Friday, May 22 Schedule of Games

TIME	EVENT	AGE	TEAM	TEAM	FIELD
6:00 pm	Baseball	5-6	Jonesboro State Bank	Party Bayou Rental	1
6:00 pm	Baseball	7-8	JM Neatherland	Boardwalk	2
6:00 pm	Softball	7-8	The Spott	Revevie Hair	3
6:00 pm	Baseball	9-10	Johnny’s Pizza	Jonesboro Animal Clinic	4
7:30 pm	Baseball	7-8	Armadillo Mexican Grill	Dugdemona Farm& Feed	2
7:30 pm	Softball	7-8	Rook ADS	Guinn Machine	3
7:45 pm	Softball	13U	BFCU	Gold Key Realty	4

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Results of Games Played May 18 & 19

Age 11-13 Baseball

Southern States Equipment 2 Big Bear Enterprise 2
SSE Scoring: Caston Zimmerman, Mason Tolar
BBE Scoring: Chris Wren, Cruz Nomey

Caney Storage 7 Jackson Parish Journal 4
CS Scoring: Shepard Norred 2, Asher Norred 2, Jase Tilley, Burch Williams, Isaiah McCormick
JPJ Scoring: Emerson Maricelli, Koplen Taylor, Jaxen Culpepper, Clay Burton

Age 9-10 Baseball

Johnny’s Pizza 10 Cherry Bomb LLC 5
JP Scoring: Levi Norred 2, Tate Hall, Kaden Blewer, Jeremiah Jones, Lyndon Walsworth, Carson Knox, Reed McMillan, Crew Tidwell, Allen McCormick
CB Scoring: Rowan Sampey 2, Lucas Love, Sutton Vail, Gardner Edwards

Jonesboro Animal Clinic 12 Jackson Parish Bank 8
JAC Scoring: Reece Johnson 2, Lucas Womack 2, Rafe Lewter 2, Cameron Pardue 2, Isaac Sessions, Issac Roper, Trenton Jerry, Austin Albright
JPB Scoring: Clark Atkins 2, Ashton Anderson 2, Jake Potts, Stetson Kennedy, Mayson Terral, Eli Treadway

Age 7-8 Baseball

No Game Played

Age 6U Baseball

No Games Played

Age 11-13 Softball

Gold Key Realty 12 Guin Machine 6
GKR Scoring: Elliot Savage 3, Emma Gray 3, Aubrie Maxwell 2, Brylee Ingles, Ryleigh McCormick, Rosie Harvey, Carrington Bond, Brylee Ingles, Audrey Lee
GM Scoring: Lizzie Sullivan 2, Scarlett Parks, Addie Anderson, Ava Cutwright, Jaylee Hough

Age 9-10 Softball

Dodson Enterprise 13 Lady Law Dawgs 13
DE Scoring: Aria Dodson 3, Laniyah W 3, Natalie Sullivan 2, Mez’Meri Walker 2, Nyla Johnson, Eddy Lott, Karli Bradford
LLD Scoring: Kylee Allen 3, Ryleigh Puffer 2, Lyla Hall 2, Matilyn Otwell 2, Kadence Sampey, River Waggoner, Mary Malone, Katelyn Smith

Lady Law Dawgs 15 Jonesboro State Bank 8
LLD Scoring: Kylee Allen 3, Ryleigh Puffer 3, Kadence Sampey 2, River Waggoner 2, Madison Baker 2, Lyla Hall, Katelyn Smith, Londyn Tilley
JSB Scoring: Caylee Mauthe 2, Matilyn Otwell, Kaylee Hammons, Mercedes Taylor, Gracelynn Greer, Kendall Barnett, Jaxsyn Williams

Age 7-8 Softball

No Game Played

Age 6U Softball 

No games played

The Jackson Parish Council on the Aging is conducting a membership drive and invites the citizens of Jackson Parish to join. The membership drive began on May 14, 2026, and will end on May 21, 2026. Membership is free and open to any resident of Jackson Parish over the age of 18. To join, please call the Jackson Council on the Aging office at (318) 259-8962 to request an application.

The Jackson Council on the Aging Annual Membership Meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Robert Riddle Senior Center, located at 120 Polk Avenue in Jonesboro, LA.

At the meeting, Board Members will be elected, and the annual report will be reported to the membership committee. Following the membership meeting, the Jackson Council on the Aging will hold its annual meeting with all members, and participants are urged to attend.

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Exhibiting care for the community, Rick Whiddon, Mike Rowe, Shane Burris, Sarah Hastings, and Meagan Hammons from Smurfit Westrock in Hodge, LA, recently came to Quitman High School.

During their visit, they presented a set of three books from the Tiny Timber Crew series by Stephanie Fuller and read them aloud to the second-grade class.

“Our students loved the experience and were excited to learn more about the timber and paper industry—such an important part of our local community,” said QHS Administration. “We truly appreciate their support and investment in our students’ learning!”

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“Who Knows Gaynor Hopkins?”

In April 1969, Gaynor Hopkins’s aunt heard her singing in her bedroom and entered her in a local talent competition. She was nervous and excited. The song she chose was the chart topper “Those Were the Days,” made popular by Mary Hopkin. It was the first time the 17-year-old had ever used a real microphone.

Gaynor did not win the talent show but came in second place to an accordion player. People at the talent show praised Gaynor for her vocal delivery and sweet voice. The following week, Gaynor saw an advertisement in her local newspaper in which a singer named Bobby Wayne was looking to hire three female backup singers. The ad said, “No experience needed, training [would be] given.”

Winning second in the talent show gave Gaynor the confidence to audition. Out of the 34 girls who auditioned, Gaynor was one of the three selected. For two years, she performed with Bobby Wayne and the Dixies.

There was a problem.

Gaynor Hopkins resembled and sounded like Mary Hopkin, and people often confused the two. Gaynor said she never really liked her name, so she took the opportunity to change it. She adopted her niece’s first name, added a common last name, and became Sherene Davis. She performed under that name with her own band called Imagination.

In 1975, Gaynor was performing with her band at a local hotspot called “The Townsman,” which was in a multi-story building. Talent scout Roger Bell went to the building to see Vic Oakley sing, but he went to the wrong floor by mistake.

Roger liked what he heard and invited Gaynor to London to record a demo. That demo led to a contract with RCA Records. Gaynor released her first single in 1976, but it was a flop. Her second, “Lost in France,” fared much better, then there was another career setback.

After suffering with a sore throat, Gaynor’s doctor said she needed surgery to remove nodules from her vocal cords. In the spring of 1977, her doctor said the operation was a success and her voice would return to normal if she remained completely silent for the six-week recovery period.

He instructed her to communicate only by writing. Gaynor, a self-proclaimed chatterbox, tried but failed and strained her voice. Her doctor explained that the damage was irreversible.

Gaynor had years left on her contract with RCA, so they brought her in for another recording session. After singing the first six words of a song in the studio, everyone involved was worried. The sweetness was replaced with a huskiness.

RCA released the song as a single in November 1977, only after the song’s producer and songwriters threatened to terminate their contracts with RCA. To RCA’s surprise, the song rose to the top 10 in 20 countries and to the number one spot in 8 of those countries.

That song was “It’s a Heartache.” Gaynor had many other hit songs, including “Holding Out for a Hero” and “Total Eclipse of the Heart.” When Gaynor signed her contract with RCA, they stipulated that Gaynor change her stage name from Sherene Davis to something that sounded less like a belly dancer.

She bought two newspapers from which she listed all the Christian names and surnames. She tried many different combinations until she found one that suited her. You may never have heard the names Gaynor Hopkins or Sherene Davis, but the world knows her as Bonnie Tyler.

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This information has been provided by a law enforcement agency as public information. Persons named or shown in photographs or video as suspects in a criminal investigation, or arrested and charged with a crime, have not been convicted of any criminal offense and are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Ryhemo K. Wyatt (Jonesboro, LA) – Prohibited Acts Schedule I, Illegal use of Controlled Substance in Presence of Person Under 17 Years Old, Obstruction of Justice
Lacario McNeal (Jonesboro, LA) – Prohibited Acts Schedule I, Illegal use of Controlled Substance in Presence of Person Under 17 Years Old, Obstruction of Justice
Quinton Brooks (Jonesboro, LA) – Public Intoxication, Simple Battery
Dustin Carmichael (Jonesboro, LA) – Domestic Abuse with Child Endangerment
Shannon D. Hammonds (Quitman, LA) – Aggravated Battery with Dangerous Weapon
TriKendalya S. Walker (Jonesboro, LA) – Failure to Appear for Trial, First Offense DWI, Improper Lane Usage, Open Container, Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office Warrant for Theft
Tyanthony Jackson (Jonesboro, LA) – Armed Robbery
Brandon M. Warner (Springfield, MO) – Indictment on Original Arrest 10/9/2025, First Degree Rape of Victim Under 15 Years Old, Child Sexual Abuse Materials Containing Information of Victim Under 19 Years Old
Tinsley E. Carpenter (Jonesboro, LA) – Simple Assault, Disturbing the Peace
Erica L. Pye (Quitman, LA) – Aggravated Assault, Disturbing the Peace
Jatania Braggs (Monroe, LA) – Accessory After the Fact hold for Ouachita Sheriff’s Office
Dantonio Hart (Hodge, LA) – Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Contributing to the Delinquency of Juveniles, Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office Warrant x2
Troy Hart Jr. (Hodge, LA) – Battery of a Dating Partner, Simple Criminal Damage to Property
Dustin McMillan (Jonesboro, LA) – Possession of Synthetic Marijuana
Kennard West (Jonesboro, LA) – Disturbing the Peace, Possession of Schedule II, Resisting an Officer, Possession of Synthetic Marijuana
Jordan Hamilton (Natchitoches, LA) – Battery of a Police Officer
Hayven Ellis (Calhoun, LA) – Simple Battery
Eddie E. Pullin Jr. (Morse, LA) – Possession of Synthetic Marijuana, Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Reckless Operation
Skylar House (Chatham, LA) – Violation of a Protective Order
Kaleb Moore (Jonesboro, LA) – Winn Parish Warrant for Dogs at Large
Jeanne Ray (Jonesboro, LA) – Aggravated Battery
Aiden Faulkner (Chatham, LA) – Domestic Abuse Battery
Jarrion Peels (Jonesboro, LA) – Domestic Abuse Battery
Troyce Lester (Jonesboro, LA) – Theft of Goods
Freeda Jackson (Jonesboro, LA) – Second Degree Battery, Aggravated Assault with a Firearm

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

Traina Development Corporation
#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 costs, 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 costs, 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 costs, 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 costs, 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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2612 Hwy 4
Jonesboro, LA

Jimmie Ray Henderson
September 1, 1945 – May 16, 202

Jimmie Ray Henderson, 80, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family, pastor and friends on Saturday night, May 16, 2026. He was born on September 1, 1945, in Jonesboro, La and was the oldest of 4 children.

Jimmie Ray was a devoted husband, loving father, a wonderful “POP” (a title he proudly wore), “Bubba” and faithful servant of the Lord. He was married to the love of his life, Joy Warren Henderson, for almost 62 blessed years. Together they built a family centered on faith, love, and devotion to Jesus.

He is survived by his wife, Joy Henderson; daughter, Angie Henderson; son, Josh Henderson (Candi); and grandson, Brock Henderson (Karlee Abels), who was his pride and joy.

Also left to cherish their Bubba’s memory are his siblings Sammy Henderson (Ann); sister, Cindy Bryan (Jeffrey); as well as nieces, nephews and extended family

He was Preceded in death by his parents, Lamar and Elouise Henderson, and his brother, Lynn Roy Henderson.

Jimmie Ray retired as a millwright from Smurfit-Stone in 2006 after many years of dedicated work. He was a vital member of Full Gospel Temple, where he worshipped for many years. One of his greatest joys was collecting and playing the bass guitar, something he did for nearly 50 years.

Anyone who spent time around Jimmie Ray quickly knew how deeply he loved his family. He especially cherished every moment spent with his only grandchild & best friend “BO.” Above all else, Jimmie loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and he never ended a conversation without sharing his faith.

Funeral services were held at Full Gospel Temple in Jonesboro, LA, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, with Bro. Joel Sneed officiating and musicians being Josie and Tucker Sneed.  Burial followed at Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery in Quitman, LA, under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were David Broadway, Kyle Gilbert, Donnie Sneed, Chris Smith, Tucker Sneed, Kerry McNaughton, Wes Stevenson, and Kent Hightower. Honorary pallbearers were his only grandson, Brock, along with Brock’s Papa, Roy Mosley.

In honor of Pop, donations may be made to the Cornerstone Christian Academy Athletic Department, something that was very close to his heart. He greatly enjoyed watching his grandson play basketball and volleyball there. Donations may be mailed to: Cornerstone Christian Academy Athletics, 773 Walker Road, Jonesboro, LA 71251.

Jimmie Ray’s legacy of faith, love, kindness, and devotion to his family will be forever treasured by all who knew and loved him. He was a man of quiet strength and humble wisdom. His presence, though gentle, filled every space with the light of his understanding of God’s word. He will be deeply missed, but his wisdom will continue to guide us for generations as we carry on his Godly heritage.

Mary (Parker) Morgan
July 21, 1926 – May 15, 2026

Mary (Parker) Morgan, age 99, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully at her residence on May 15, 2026. A lifelong member of First Baptist Church Jonesboro, Mary was deeply devoted to her faith, her family, and the community she loved so dearly. She took tremendous pride in her hometown and was well known for the beauty of her flower gardens and perfectly kept yard.

Mary was a gifted artist whose talent for painting and ceramics touched many lives throughout the years. As the owner of a ceramic shop, she found great joy in teaching local children the art of ceramics, and her creative work earned numerous awards in ceramic competitions. She also cherished spending time white perch fishing alongside her late husband, Albert, creating treasured memories together on the water.

Mary especially enjoyed her trips to Panama City Beach and loved visiting her son, Joe, and his wife, Eun Jung, in Tampa. Her kindness, creativity, and love for family and community will be remembered fondly by all who knew her.

Mary is survived by her son, Joe Morgan (wife, Eun Jung); grandchildren, Melissa Morgan, Jacob Sue (Erin Chung) and C.J. Morgan.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Morgan; son, John Morgan; father, John L. Parker; mother, Idora (Walsworth) Parker; sister, Katie Riley; and brother, Johnny Parker.

Friends may visit with the family on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home from 5:00 PM until 7:00. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at First Baptist Church of Jonesboro at 10:00 AM, with Rev. Brian McAllister and Rev. Trey Etheridge officiating.

Lunch for the family will be served at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Garden of Memories (Hwy 4 West) at 1:30 PM, under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.

Serving as pallbearers will be C.J. Morgan, JaWon Suh, Randy Shows, Randy Layfield, James Gleason, and David Roberts. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Morgan, Gary Hinckley, Jim Fordham, and Robert Morgan.

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Experience over expectations. That proved to be the prevailing thought process among Jackson Parish voters as they made their choices in the races for Jackson Parish Sheriff and Clerk of Court in Saturday’s elections. Voters also ensured that the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office would be fully funded by renewing the Law Enforcement District Millage for the next 10 years.

Jackson Parish Sheriff Election

After being appointed interim Sheriff in November 2025, Brent Barnett clearly gained the confidence of Jackson Parish residents, garnering 2,250 votes (46.83%) across the 31 parish precincts to be the top vote-getter among the five candidates for the office. Jonesboro Police Chief Israel Smith captured 17.73% of the ballots to outpoll local law enforcement veteran Cody Cheatwood (15.96%) by a 852 – 767 margin to earn a position in the run-off that will be held on June 27th. Jason Robinson claimed 687 votes (14.30%), and Jesse Magee was named on 249 ballots (5.18%) of the 4,805 votes cast parishwide, which represented roughly 30% of the total population in Jackson Parish.

Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Election

In the two-person race for Jackson Parish Clerk of Court, Rachel Shively, a veteran of the office who was interimly appointed to the position at the end of 2025, collected 3,180 votes to win the election over political newcomer Megan Rowe Harrell, who got 1,457 votes, by a 68.58% – 31.42% margin. 

Law Enforcement District Millage Renewal Election

In the proposition to renew the Parishwide Law Enforcement District Millage for the next 10 years, Jackson Parish voters gave their approval by a 58.82% to 41.18% margin, giving 2,708 YES votes to 1,896 NO votes. 

U.S. Senate Election

In the United States Senate race, Jackson Parish voters fell in line with those in the state of Louisiana by opting for Democrat “Jamie” Davis, who gained 163,507 (47.43%) votes statewide and Republican Julia Letlow, who claimed 179,876 ballots (44.8%) with all 3722 precincts reporting in the closed primary elections. Davis earned the Democratic nomination, while Letlow and John Fleming (28.3%) will now battle in a run-off for the Republican nomination.

Constitutional Amendments Referendums

In final voting concerns, all five Constitutional Amendments that were put forth to be approved were denied soundly as shown below. 

CA No. 1 (ACT No. 223, 2025-RS – SB 8) — To authorize the addition or removal of positions in the unclassified state civil service by law (NO – 630,337, YES – 173,487)

CA No. 2 (ACT No. 218, 2025-RS – SB 25) — To grant St. George community school system the authority to operate a school system (NO 511,787, YES – 287,614)

CA No. 3 (ACT No. 222, 2025-RS – HB 473) — To fund a teacher pay raise by paying down debt of the Teachers’ Retirement System of Louisiana (NO – 470,837, YES – 340,362)

CA No. 4 (ACT No. 221, 2025-RS – HB 366) — To provide authority for a parish to classify and authorize exemptions relative to ad valorem taxes (NO – 530,799, YES – 272,515)

CA No. 5 (ACT No. 219, 2025-RS – HB 63) — To change the mandatory retirement age of judges from 70 to 75 years of age (NO – 618,097, YES – 188, 765)

For complete election returns, click here or go to https://www.sos.la.gov/electionsandvoting/

 

 

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Residents in northeast Jackson Parish and the surrounding area were jolted by a loud boom on Thursday evening when a natural gas pipeline ruptured and exploded just south of Choudrant, LA, prompting First Responders to issue precautionary evacuation orders for more than 70 nearby residents. 

According to a report issued by the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office, a call was received at 9:38 p.m. on Thursday, May 14th. Upon arriving at the scene on Mosswood Road near LA Hwy. 145 and LA Hwy. 146, it was noticed that a large and deep patch of earth looked like it had been gouged out, a result of the explosion.

“The rupture occurred in a Gulf South pipeline,” said Jackson Parish Sheriff Brent Barnett. “I believe it was a 24-inch line, with somewhere around 800 pounds of pressure.”

Boardwalk Pipelines officials issued a statement that Gulf South Pipeline Company personnel detected a release from their natural gas pipeline in Northern Louisiana around 9:30 p.m. The pipeline was immediately shut down.

Officials say Investigators are working to determine how and why the gas line exploded, and the pipeline will remain shut down until repairs are complete and safety and regulatory requirements are met.

 

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The Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Office announces that those who had received summons and were subject to serve as Jurors in the Monday, May 18th court session have been released from service and do not have to appear. Clerk of Court officials thank you for your willingness to serve, but please note that you will not be compensated if you appear. 

 

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The five seniors who led the Jonesboro-Hodge High School baseball team to one of their more successful seasons in recent years were honored this past week when they were selected to the 1-1A All-District team. 

Earning second team designation were Maquis Baker and Trey Troscliar, with John LeBlance, Dakota Knox, and Jeremiah Turnage receiving Honorable Mention. 

JHHS ended the 2026 season with a 14-7 record and a #13 seeding in the LHSAA Division IV playoff bracket for “non-select” schools, their first postseason appearance since 2021. 

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The Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District (JPASD) congratulates the 10 newest Emergency Medical Technicians who recently graduated from the training class held at the JPASD Training Center, located at 115 Watts Street in Jonesboro. 

Now eligible to pursue their National EMS Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician are:
Ken Garner
Kaden Hegg
Josie Irvin
Ava Porter
Cameron Risher
Madelyn Wheeler
Landon Williams
Lukas Williams

To view photos of each graduate, click here. 

JPASD Issue Call Report for April, 2026

The Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District (JPASD) shares its April ambulance call report, which shows an 18.6% frequency of falls.

A threat to the health of older adults, which can reduce their ability to remain independent, falls don’t have to be inevitable as you age. You can reduce your chance of falling or help a loved one prevent falls. There are proven ways to reduce and prevent falls, even for older adults.

Visit https://www.cdc.gov/steadi/index.html for more information on fall prevention.

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Monroe, LA – University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Carrie L. Castille awarded degrees to 954 graduates at the Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies on May 9, 2026. Two ceremonies were held for the four colleges: Arts, Education, and Sciences; Business and Social Sciences; Health Sciences and Pharmacy; and the Graduate School.

Students receiving Baccalaureate degrees were awarded Latin honors in accordance with the following guidelines:
(*) Cum Laude: a cumulative grade point average (GPA) is within the range of 3.500 through 3.749.
(†) Magna Cum Laude: a cumulative GPA is within the range of 3.750 through 3.899.
(‡) Summa Cum Laude: a cumulative GPA is within the range of 3.900 through 4.000.

ULM 2026 Spring Graduates from Jackson Parish

Jasmine L. Burks, Master of Science in Nursing 
Kylie M. Burns, Bachelor of Science* 
Michael B. DeCou, Bachelor of General Studies 
Kristin M. Eckert, Master of Science 
Jonathan C. Murphy, Master of Science in Nursing 
Zachary W. Smith, Bachelor of Science
Travis D. Tolbird, Bachelor of Science

The University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) has also announced the students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the Spring 2026 semester, which includes 8 residents of Jackson Parish.

Eligibility to the President’s or Dean’s list requires full-time enrollment (minimum of 12 semester hours completed), and the lists are calculated based on Grade Point Average (GPA), hours, and term GPA.

President’s List: an undergraduate student is required to earn at least a 3.9 grade point average.
Dean’s List: an undergraduate student must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average.

Jackson Parish Residents on President’s/Dean’s List 

President’s List:
Sara E. Bond
Kylie M. Burns
Chasity M. Hester

Dean’s List:
Ariah I. Cheek
Payton M. Evans
Zweiyah A. Mack
Amelia B. Magee
Anna M. Murphy
Jerriona M. Leonard

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Maggie Guyotte of Quitman High School, one of the most decorated softball players in Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) history, closed out her remarkable career on Saturday, May 16th, when she competed in the Louisiana High School Softball Coaches Association (LHSCA) East/West All-Star Series in Pineville, LA. 

The Louisiana Tech signee, who led Quitman to the 2026 Class B state softball championship, completing an incredible “three-peat” of state titles from 2024-26, was one of 18 seniors from all classifications selected to the East squad and the only one from Class B.

Guyotte ended her illustrious high school career as the LHSAA’s all-time leader in hits and runs batted in, while also ranking second all-time in home runs. She is also a 6-time All-District selection, including MVP of District 1B in 2026, and a 4-time Class B first-team All-State selection, as chosen by the Louisiana Sports Writers Association (LSWA). 

 

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