A Change In The Weather Much Needed

I don’t know about you but I’ve about had a belly full of this incessantly hot and dry weather.

I checked my weather notes and noticed that we have had about 20 straight days of no rain and temperatures near or above 100 degrees.

We have had some predictions that I have come to doubt, that we might see a lowering of temperatures sometime in the next week or so along with maybe a shower. As much as I’d like to believe that it won’t be long before we get some relief, I’m still skeptical of such predictions. I think I will have to see it to believe it.

There is a prediction shared with me by my friend Neil Shaw, meteorologist, who doesn’t always have to rely on his computer and maps to predict weather. Shaw said he received this information from an old gentleman who, like my mom, didn’t need a weatherman to tell him when changes would be coming; he just looked at the natural order of things and when they happened, you could mark it down.

Shaw told me that the gentleman’s prediction was that when you begin seeing yellow butterflies flitting across the road, there will be a frost some 30 days later. He added that he has watched this for the past several years and it has proven to be basically true.

Taking note, I saw my first yellow butterfly September 10, so I have marked my calendar to see what the weather will be like on October 10. That should be the second Saturday of squirrel season, so you can bet I hope that’s right; nothing is more special to a squirrel hunter than to feel the chill in the air and the absence of mosquitoes.

Shaw noted that the reason for this may have something to do with the lessening of daylight hours and cooler nights in September that trigger the little butterflies to begin their flight, the same criteria that causes hummingbirds to begin their migration across the Gulf to spend the winter away from the cold temperatures.

My mom never had to rely on butterflies to predict changes in weather. She had inbuilt system that proved to be true just about all the time.

I grew up in the country and was blessed with a mama who was as good at predicting weather as some of our meteorologists. If mama said something was going to happen, it usually did just as she said.

A favorite is one that I have watched down through the years that has proven to be basically right on the money…. ”If it thunders in February, it will frost on that same day in April”. To be honest, it doesn’t always frost on the predicted day but in nearly every case, there will be a significant cool down around that date. She also predicted, usually correctly that there will be chilly weather around Easter.

Between the arrival of the yellow butterflies this time of year coupled with my mama’s finger-to-the-wind prediction, I’m not sure I need to listen to long-range weather reports to get an accurate reading of what the weather is likely to do in the coming weeks.

All I do know is that my lawn has turned to crispy brown duff instead of the luxurious green it’s supposed to have. I am saving money on having someone mow my yard because basically, there is nothing to mow.

This time of year, what I really like to do is to be able to sit on the porch, cup of coffee in hand and enjoy the nice rather brisk weather. I may even need to slip on a jacket for comfort.

If I tried to do the same thing this week, the heat would creep in and I’d soon head inside for the air conditioning.

Let’s hope the yellow butterflies I’m seeing now know what they’re predicting.

FISHING REPORT

CANEY LAKE – Bass are fair around the grass early on topwaters. Later if you can stand the heat, they’re around deep drops. Soft plastics and cranks baits are working fair. Crappie are around the deeper tops and are hitting jigs and shiners. Bream are slow. For information contact Caney Lake Landing at 259-6649, Hooks Marina at 249-2347, Terzia Tackle at 278-4498 or the Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
BUSSEY BRAKE – Crappie are deep and are fair on shiners or jigs. Some bass are being caught early on topwaters and not many anglers are trying it later because of the excessive heat. Fishing overall has slowed because of air and water temps being so warm. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
OUACHITA RIVER – Bass are fair on crank baits and soft plastics. Crappie are fair in the river lakes. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
LAKE D’ARBONNE – Bass are overall slow but best on topwaters early. Crappie are in deep water in the channel and fair on jigs and shiners. The bream are slow. Catfish are fair on red wigglers and night crawlers fished just off the banks. For latest information, call Anderson Sport Center at 368-9669 or Honey Hole Tackle Shop at 323-8707.
LAKE CLAIBORNE – Crappie are suspended around and above the thermocline where there is more oxygen. Bass are in the shallows early hitting topwaters. Not many are trying them later because of excessive heat. Night fishing is best now that the weather is turning hot. Bream are slow. For latest information, call Kel’s Cove at 927-2264 or Terzia Tackle at 278-4498.
LAKE YUCATAN – The water level is still falling. Catfish are being caught on trotlines and buffalo caught in nets. Nobody is trying the crappie and bass because it’s too hot. For info call Surplus City Landing at 318/467-2259.

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SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

VANDERBILT MORTGAGE AND FINANCE, INC
#38157
MARLON M. JARRELL, JR., MARLON JARRELL, JR., MARLON JARRELL

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 JACKSON PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE,
Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 23 day of September, 2026, between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

2006 CMH LOCEL MOBILE HOME BEARING SEARING NUMBER CS2008343TNAB, IMMOBILIZED ONTO AND INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: LOT 2, 3, 4, & 5 OF BLOCK 1 OF EROS, LOUISIANA, AS SHOWN BY ORIGINAL PLAT AND SURVEY OF SAID TOWN OF EROS, NOW ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING, SITUATED IN EROS, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA.

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

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

August 12, 2026
September 16, 2026

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC
#38264
ALMA DIAS GRAHAM

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 JACKSON PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE, Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 21 day of October, 2026, between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF JACKSON AND STATE OF LOUISIANA TO WIT: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, AND ALL THE RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, ADVANTAGES, AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING, SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JACKSON, LOUISIANA, TO WIT: DESIGNATED AS LOT 51 OF UNIT 1 OF THE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SUBDIVISION TO THE TOWN OF JONESBORO, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF JACKSON PARISH LOUISIANA.
AND ALSO
THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF JACKSON AND STATE OF LOUISIANA, TO-WIT: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, AND ALL THE RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, ADVANTAGES, AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING, SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JACKSON, LOUISIANA, TO WIT: DESIGNATED AS LOT 52 OF UNIT 1 OF THE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SUBDIVISION TO THE TOWN OF JONESBORO, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF JACKSON PARISH LOUISIANA.

Seized as the property of the above-named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all cost, sale to be made for cash WITHOUT benefit of appraisal.

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

September 9, 2026
October 14, 2026

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Jackson Parish Police Jury is hiring for the following open position. Please submit all applications to: Jackson Parish Police Jury Administrative Building, 160 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, LA 71251. Applications are being accepted until filled. To request a detailed job description, please contact our office at (318) 259-2361 or by email: nevans@jppj.org.

POSITION: Operator 1
DEPARTMENT: Jackson Parish Solid Waste Department

Description:

Under close supervision, the Solid Waste Department Operator I is a semi-skilled to skilled position consisting of equipment operation, manual labor, and maintenance repair of various pieces of light and heavy motorized equipment and trucks used in solid waste management, maintenance, inclement weather, and other generalized work. Incumbent may be used as a relief operator on equipment of a higher class if qualified and trained.

Minimum Qualifications:

• In good standing as an employee in current position
• Class B CDL Driver’s License required; progression towards Class A CDL a must

Basic Responsibilities:

• Primarily operates trackhoe/packer located at the Solid Waste Landfill.
• Directs compact trucks and the public to the proper dumping areas in the landfill.
• Packs and tarps the garbage in the trailers and prepares the trailers to be transported to the Union Parish Landfill.
• Keeps the wall area washed and clean.
• Cleans out drains and bins, when necessary.
• Monitors the water transport and hauls and empties, when necessary.
• Picks up general litter and debris around the landfill, keeping it clean and organized.
• Cross-trained on all Operator II positions; prepared and able to operate any and all equipment used at the landfill.
• Serves as a backup for the Specialty Equipment Operator (Compact Truck), if qualified, trained, and licensed and Operator I and II positions, if necessary (at the appropriate set-up rate).
• Physically present to perform the duties of the position.
• Performs walkaround safety checks at the beginning of every day noting any deficiencies found on equipment and report to Supervisor.
• Complete daily paperwork noting equipment and materials used each day and daily equipment forms.
• Must have good working knowledge of equipment and safety habits.
• Performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, and cleanup of the solid waste landfill and off-site bin sites in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

Detailed Job Description available upon request.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Benoit Ford in Jonesboro has openings for two Oil/Lube Techs who will also serve as direct apprentices to certify for service technician positions. Pay plan depends on experience. Benefits are included. To schedule an interview, call (318) 259-9881 and ask for Jordan Benoit.

BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

L P Saw Shop
2612 Hwy 4
Jonesboro, LA
(318) 259 – 4056

BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

Pardue Builders Supply
705 South Hudson Avenue
Jonesboro, LA
(318) 259 – 2529

ATTENTION HUNTERS! Pardue Builders Supply in Jonesboro is now offering Camo Paint in Olive, Green, Black, and Tan for $21.99 per gallon. Also available are Tactacam 3.0 Field Cameras at $119.00 each.

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Jackson Parish School Board Meeting Minutes
September 14, 2026

The Jackson Parish School Board met in a regular scheduled meeting at 11:00 a.m. on September 14, 2026 at Jackson Parish School Board, 315 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, Louisiana.

The following were present for roll call: Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Paulette Belton, Gerry Mims, Wade McBride and Dennis Clary

Absent: Calvin Waggoner

Gerry Mims gave the Invocation.

Dennis Clary led in the Pledge of Allegiance.

The meeting was called to order by Mary Saulters.

A motion was made by Wade McBride seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to approve the minutes from the Regular Scheduled meeting held on August 3, 2026.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary seconded by Paulette Belton and carried to approve the minutes from the Special Called meeting held on August 13, 2026.

The Board recognized Kristina Bourgeois – Jackson Parish 4-H.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve the 2026-2027 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets.

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 Paulette Belton seconded by Dennis Clary 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 Wade McBride and carried approving to pay Employer’s Share of Group Benefits insurance premiums from General Fund for the September 2026 Sales Tax distribution.
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A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried approving the disposal of one (1) 2008 International Bus, Serial No. 4DRBUSKN78B654863, by taking the bus to a scrap yard. The bus was previously declared surplus and offered for sale; however, no bids were received that met the minimum bid requirement.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried approving payment of $18,186.28 to Howard Technology Solutions for Securly Classroom, Securly Aware and Securly Filter renewal for all schools, to be paid from General Fund. This is under TIPS/TAPS Computers/Equipments Contract #230105.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried approving payment of $17,000.00 to Career Compass of Louisiana for the renewal of individual college and career coaching for Seniors at Jonesboro Hodge High School, Quitman High School and Weston High School, to be paid from 2026-2027 Career Development funds. Career Compass is a Sole Source.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried approving to rescind the motion made at the April 13, 2026 Board meeting: A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried to approve payment to Uniti Fiber in the amount of $27,949.75 to purchase E-Rate Cat 2 equipment for E-Rate Year 2026-2027, to be paid from General Fund.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving payment to Uniti Fiber in the amount of $29,115.76 to purchase E-Rate Cat 2 equipment for E-Rate Year 2026-2027, to be paid from General Fund.

A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving to pay salary and benefits for up to eight (8) part-time interventionists (paid using the substitute salary schedule rates) and 25% of salaries and benefits for three (3) Title One paraprofessionals to provide small group high dosage tutoring embedded in the school day at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, Quitman High School and Weston High School, not to exceed $79,000.00, to be paid from High Dosage Tutoring Grant.

Jennifer Colvin, Business Manager presented the Financial Report.

Wade McBride reported to the Board on the meeting of the Building and Grounds Committee held prior to the Board meeting.

A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried adopting the resolution granting Bonnie Buckelew permission to sign the State of Louisiana Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Act 3 of the 2026 Regular Legislative Session in the amount of $178,000.00 (Acquisition, Equipment and Operating Expenses for materials and supplies, as well as labor costs to install lighting and electrical upgrades to the baseball and softball fields at Weston High School) for and on behalf of the Jackson Parish School Board.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried adopting the resolution granting Bonnie Buckelew permission to sign the State of Louisiana Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Act 961 of the 2026 Regular Legislative Session in the amount of $200,000.00 for operations (Acquisition. Equipment and Operating Expenses for materials and supplies, as well as labor costs to renovate and enhance the facilities at Jonesboro Hodge High School, Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School and Quitman High School) for and on behalf of the Jackson Parish School Board.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment of $38,895.76 to Servpro for the Mold Remediation at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School Support building, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District fund.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried approving payment of $33,495.76 to Servpro for the Mold Remediation at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District fund.
A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment of $32,721.54 to Dodson Enterprises, Inc. for labor and materials to replace ceiling tile and insulation at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District fund.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment of $5,115.59 to Altec Environmental Consulting, Inc. for Air Quality Assessment at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District fund.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rick Barlow band carried to approve payment of $15,667.23 to Wood Electronic, LLC for wiring replacement at Quitman High School, to be paid from Quitman District fund.

Gerry Mims reported to the Board on the meeting of the Transportation Committee held prior to the Board meeting.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried granting approval to Weston High School Varsity Cheerleaders, along with their sponsors Shayla Heard and Alyssa Hogue to attend the Varsity Spirit Citrus Bowl Halftime Performance in Orlando, Florida, from December 30, 2026 through January 3, 2027. All expenses will be paid by the Weston High School Cheerleaders

A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried granting approval to Weston High School Baseball to travel to Millington and Memphis, Tennessee, April 1-3, 2027 to participate in the USA High School Challenge Tournament. All expenses will be paid by Weston High School Baseball.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried granting approval for Elsie Flynn from Weston High School, along with advisor Derek Shields, to attend the Weston FFA Convention October 19th – 24th, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Expenses will be reimbursed according to policy IFCB – Field Trips and Excursions.
Paulette Belton reported to the Board on the meeting of the Policy Committee held prior to the Board meeting.

A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried to revise the following policies:
• JGCE – Child Abuse
• GBRIA – Personal Leave
• GBRIB – Sick Leave
• JD – Discipline
• JDD – Suspension
• JDE – Expulsion
• IDDF – Education of Students with Exceptionalities
• IDDFC – Cameras in Special Education Classrooms
• JGCFA – Behavioral Health Services for Students
• EBBC – Emergency Operations Plans
• JGCD – Administration of Medicine

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried to adjourn at 11:20 a.m.

Jon (Jack) Sorensen
October 17, 1968 – September 5, 2026

It is with great sadness that our family shares the passing of our beloved Jon (Jack) Sorensen. To some, he was Jack. To others, he was Jon. And to generations of students, he was Mr. Sorensen—a teacher, musician, mentor, and someone who understood the power of lifting others up.

Jon (Jack) was a devoted brother, family member, friend, man of faith, and dedicated educator whose love of music and teaching touched countless lives. He was a man of many layers, with a heart and spirit uniquely is own. But through all the chapters of his life, one thing remained certain: Jon (Jack) was born with music in his bones.

Born October 17, 1968, Jon (Jack) was the son of Geraldine Reiber and was raised with the love and guidance of his beloved Pop and Nan Leadford. Surrounded by family and cousins, he developed bonds and values that remained important to him throughout his life.

Music was more than something Jon (Jack) played or taught. It was a gift, and he understood that a gift is meant to be shared. He shared his music freely, and in giving it away, he multiplied its impact through the ives of others.

Passionate about the arts and education, Jon (Jack) taught music at Jonesboro-Hodge High School in Jonesboro, Louisiana, where he had the opportunity to inspire generations of students. He gave his students far more than lessons in music. He gave them encouragement. He gave them confidence. He helped young people discover talents within themselves that they may not have known were there.

Jon (Jack) understood that when you lift one person up, you give that person the opportunity to lift
someone else—and in that way, the gift continues. The true measure of his career as an educator can be found not simply in the music he taught, but in the students who left his classroom believing a little more in themselves.

His faith was also an important part of his life. Jon (Jack) was active in his church and was known for playing the organ during Sunday services. Once again, music became his way of giving to others. Through the organ, he contributed to the worship and fellowship of his church community, sharing a talent that brought joy, reflection, and comfort to those around him.

Like all lives, Jon’s (Jack’s) life had its complexities and struggles, some of which were not always visible to those around him. But those struggles do not define the life we remember. We remember how he lived. We remember the music. We remember the teacher. We remember the students whose lives he touched. We remember the people he encouraged. And we remember the gift he shared with those he loved—his family, his cousins, his friends, and his students.|

Jon (Jack) is survived by his sisters, Susan Sorensen Knox and her husband, Douglas Knox, and Colleen Lynch and her husband, Patrick Lynch; his brothers, Adam Reiber and his spouse, Tristan Reiber, and Scott Sorensen and his spouse, Leslie Sorensen. William Reiber Step Father and Nancy Reiber Step Sister. He is also survived by his beloved aunts, Margaret Cavanaugh and Mary Ann Schriver, along with numerous cousins and extended family members throughout Pennsylvania, Arkansas, and Texas. It is with great sorrow that we say goodbye to our brother.
Jack. Jon. Mr. Sorensen.

Different names and different roles to so many people, but to us, one beloved brother. His music may have fallen silent, but the music he gave to others will continue. Because a gift that is truly
shared does not disappear. It lives on in everyone who received it—in every student he encouraged, every congregation he accompanied, every family member he loved, and every person who carries a memory of him.

We will miss him deeply. We will remember him always. And we will forever be grateful that he was our brother.

Scott, Adam, Colleen & Susan
Give our Ger a hug.

The Sorensen family is deeply grateful for the thoughts, prayers, kindness, and expressions of sympathy they have received during this difficult time. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Paradise Funeral Home to help with service that was held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at the Paradise Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro.

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New details have emerged from the homicide investigation into the fatal shooting that took place on Cynthia Street in Jonesboro on Monday, September 14th. See below for the updated report filed by the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office.

On September 14, 2026, at approximately 18:41 Hrs. The Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office received a call of shots fired in the area of 1504 Cynthia Street in Jonesboro. Deputies responded to 1504 Cynthia Street, where they located a 24-year-old Black male victim who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was deceased. The victim was later identified as Dmarqueon Rashad Nash.

Investigators with the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to the location and began processing the crime scene, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and following up on information developed during the initial investigation.

During the early morning hours of September 15, 2026, the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant in connection with the homicide investigation. Investigators have identified persons of interest, and investigative efforts remain active and ongoing.

The Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office extends its condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and all those affected by this incident. As this investigation remains ongoing, no further details are being released at this time in order to protect the integrity of the investigation. Updates will be provided as additional information becomes available and can be released.

Anyone with information related to this crime is encouraged to contact the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318) 259-9021.

Tips may also be submitted anonymously through:
Crime Stoppers of North Delta
(318) 388-CASH (2274)
• Crime Stoppers of North Delta website
• P3 Tips mobile app

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Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Rachel Shively sends a reminder that those whose names were drawn to possibly serve as Petit Jurors for the session of the Petit Court of the 2nd Judicial District in Jackson Parish beginning on Monday, September 21st, are scheduled to report at 9:30 am to the Jackson Parish Courthouse (second floor), located at 500 East Court Street in Jonesboro, LA.

As always, events may occur whereby a Jury will not be needed. You are asked to call the Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Office over the weekend of SEPTEMBER 19-20 and listen to the RECORDING to find out if it is necessary for you to appear.

Names of those subject to serve are listed below. You can also view the list by clicking here or by visiting the Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Facebook page and the provided link.

I HEREBY CERTIFY THE ABOVE IS A TRUE AND CORRECT LIST OF PETIT JURORS SELECTED BY DRAWING INDISCRIMINATELY BY LOT WITH NO DISTINCTION, NEITHER INCLUSION THEREIN OR EXCLUSION THEREFROM MADE ON ACCOUNT OF RACE, COLOR OR PREVIOUS SERVITUDE AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH LA. CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE ARTICLE 416. THE JURY COMMISSION OF JACKSON PARISH DREW THIS LIST FROM THE GENERAL VENIRE OF JACKSON PARISH, LA. ON DECEMBER 10, 2024, TO SERVE AS PETIT JURORS ON THE ABOVE DATE OR FOR AS LONG AS MAY BE NECESSARY IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL OF THE OFFICE OF CLERK OF COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, THIS 31st DAY OF AUGUST, 2026.

RACHEL SHIVELY, CLERK OF COURT, JACKSON PARISH, JONESBORO, LA

With the temperature at 97 degrees just before kickoff, Winnfield’s depth on the extremely hot, humid evening proved too much for Jonesboro-Hodge to overcome in the 48-28 loss, which saddled JHHS with their first loss of the season after three games. Winnfield improved to 3-0.

The 101st edition of the Winnfield vs. Jonesboro-Hodge football series was everything you would expect from a fierce rivalry between two schools separated by only 24 miles along Hwy 167 in the piney woods of northern Louisiana. Both teams battled tooth and nail and swapped leads, with the contest not being decided until late in the fourth quarter, when Winnfield scored two quick touchdowns after JHHS had narrowed the deficit to 35-28.

“We knew going in that Winnfield’s depth, especially on the front lines, was going to be a difficult matchup for us, especially if it turned out to be a hot day, which it proved to be,” said JHHS head coach Terrance Blankenship. “Overall, I was pleased with the way we continued to fight when we got down, but we need to work on limiting our mistakes, both on offense and defense.”

The inability to stop Winnfield on offense proved to be the ultimate difference in the contest. Running the veer offense, Winnfield scored touchdowns on 7 of their 8 possessions; the only time JHHS held them out of the end zone was when Reginald Hemphill recovered a fumble at the J-H three-yard line. For the contest, Winnfield rushed for 357 yards and had 476 total yards, while accumulating a whopping 24 first downs. Winnfield converted 8 of 11 third downs and went 2 of 3 on fourth-down conversions.

On the positive side, JHHS demonstrated flashes of excellence on offense throughout the contest and ended up with almost 300 yards in total offense, fueled by a 118-yard rushing effort by Lon’treveious “Tre” Burn on just 5 carries, which included two bursts of over 50 yards, and a 9/13 for 184 yards and 2 touchdowns performance by quarterback King Campbell. Another Tiger who deserves recognition is JuQuan Qualls, who gathered in 3 passes for 84 yards and a score. Channing Gray Jr. also deserves mention for remarkably coming down with a “highlight reel” 4th-down touchdown catch.

Slow Start: Jonesboro-Hodge got off to a slow start on offense as, on the third play from scrimmage, the Tigers threw an interception that was returned to the J-H 44-yard line, allowing Winnfield to draw “first blood” as they capped off a 7-play drive when WHS quarterback Nickalas Mockosher connected with 276-pound tight end Chris McNeal for a 20-yard score.

Tigers Respond! JHHS answered by driving 64 yards in just 4 plays, capping the scoring drive with a 6-yard sprint left by quarterback King Campbell to narrow the deficit to 7-6 with 5:40 remaining in the first quarter. Winnfield then mounted a nine-play drive from their own 21-yard line to the JHHS three-yard line, but on a 4th-and-goal run, Reginald Hemphill pounced on a fumble to thwart the drive. From there, JHHS embarked on a tremendously impressive 97-yard scoring drive, the fourth- longest in JHHS history, scoring in only 5 plays, the final two being a 50-yard dash by Tre Burns and a 30-yard reception by JuQuan Qualls, who took a King Campbell pass in the flats and dashed 25 yards down the sideline to give JHHS their first and only lead of the contest as a 2-point conversion run by Burns put JHHS up 14-7.

Halftime Dagger! Winnfield came back to tie the game at 14 following a 7-play, 70-yard drive, climaxed by Mockosher’s 2nd TD pass, this time a 19-yard grab by Preston Wilson, setting up what turned out to be a critical turning point in the contest. With just 2:41 remaining in the half, Winnfield recovered a fumble at the JHHS 41-yard line when, on the Tigers’ first play, Campbell had the ball stripped on an attempted pass play. Methodically driving down the field, Winnfield scored with just 4 seconds remaining in the half to take a lead they would never relinquish.

“That was a big momentum swing,” reflected Blankenship. “It hurt to go into the half down a score instead of being tied, especially with Winnfield getting the ball first in the second half.”

Second Half Swoon! The analysis proved correct as Winnfield quickly put JHHS behind by two scores by taking their opening possession of the second half 80 yards in 9 plays, with Kenneth Richard scoring from 21 yards out to give WHS a 28-14 lead. JHHS rallied to score on Gray’s “circus catch” to cut the gap to 28-22, only to see Winnfield go back on top by two scores. Once again, JHHS rallied, this time on a 5-yard blast by Tre Burns to narrow the margin to 35-28, but that was as close as the Tigers would come, as the now “gassed” Tiger defense could not stop the Winnfield offense, which scored twice late to take the “closer than it looked” final 20-point win.

TEAM	1	2	3	4	FINAL
Jonesboro-Hodge (2-1)	6	8	8	6	28
Winnfield (3-0)	7	13	15	13	48

TEAM TOTALS	JHHS	WHS
Total Plays	33	68
Total Yards	292	476
Passing Yards	184	119
Rushing Yards	108	357
First Downs	9	24
Third Down Efficiency	2-5 (40%)	8-11 (73%)
Fourth Down Efficiency	1-1 (100%)	2-3 (67%)
Turnovers	3	0
Penalties	3-39	8-70

JHHS Individual Offensive Statistics

Passing:
King Campbell – 9/13, 184 yards, 2 TD’s, 2 Int’s
Rushing:
Tre Burns – 5/118, 1 TD
Correlle Campbell – 3/0
Channing Gray Jr. – 1/(-1)
Spencer Womack – 1/(-3)
King Campbell – 6/(-7)
Receiving:
JuQuan Qualls – 3/84, 1 TD
Tre Burns – 2/50
Tyson Burks – 3/37
Channing Gray Jr. – 1/13 1 TD

Winnfield Individual Offensive Statistics

Passing:
Nickolas Mockosher – 5/7, 119 yards, 2 TD’s
Rushing:
Kenneth Richard – 18/127, 2 TD’s
Gabe Wren – 13/114, 1 TD
Braylen Butler – 16/92
Colby Pray – 1/12
Nickolas Mockosher – 4/8, 1 TD
Leo Bryant – 1/4, 1 TD
Receiving:
Preston Wilson – 2/60, 1 TD
Braylen Butler – 1/27
Chris McNeal – 1/22, 1 TD
Kenneth Richard – 1/10

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JACKSON PARISH, La. – The Office of Louisiana Highway Construction (OLHC) completed the $2.12 million replacement of the LA 148 bridge over Cypress Bayou Tributary in Jackson Parish, delivering the new structure six days ahead of schedule, thanks in part to the support of state legislators who championed funding for projects like this one. The project advances Governor Jeff Landry’s commitment to accelerating critical road and bridge improvements and delivering results for the people of Louisiana.

The project replaced a 37-foot timber trestle bridge with a new 60-foot concrete slab-span bridge supported by steel pipes. The new three-span structure carries LA 148 over Cypress Bayou Tributary approximately one mile east of US 167. The replacement restores this section of LA 148 to motorists following a construction closure that began in April.

“It takes a dedicated team of professionals working toward a common goal to deliver a project of this importance ahead of schedule,” said OLHC Executive Director Archie Chaisson. “Our office is committed to assembling teams that prioritize safety, efficiency, and reliable travel for Louisiana communities, helping keep Louisiana moving at the speed of life.”

Crews began construction on April 28, 2026, with a 107-day schedule. The project reached substantial completion on Aug. 6, demonstrating OLHC’s ability to efficiently advance priority infrastructure projects while delivering reliable, long-term results. The project was delivered in partnership with Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC, Volkert, Inc., ELOS, Intertek PSI, and Duplantis Design Group.

Delivered through state funding as a non-federal-aid project, the LA 148 bridge replacement reflects OLHC’s strategic approach to infrastructure investment. By maximizing state resources, OLHC continues to advance priority road and bridge projects across Louisiana and build on the strong foundation established in its first year of operation.

OLHC was established under Act No. 389 during the 2025 Regular Legislative Session. The office advances Louisiana’s infrastructure through disciplined project management, transparent procurement, and rigorous construction oversight, focusing on delivering high-quality infrastructure efficiently and responsibly.

More information on OLHC and its progress in the state can be found at https://www.doa.louisiana.gov/doa/office-of-louisiana-highway-construction/.

For project updates, news, and information on infrastructure improvements across the state, follow OLHC on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Facebook: Office of Louisiana Highway Construction
LinkedIn: Office of Louisiana Highway Construction

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The Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District is pleased to announce a new Community Overcoming Obstacles Program designed to bridge the gap in needed medical equipment for local low-income, underinsured, and uninsured citizens.

Donations are now being accepted to help stock the planned Medical Supply Closet with durable medical equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, canes, rollators, crutches, nebulizers, knee scooters, shower chairs, shower bars, and bedside commodes. Drop off at 115 Watts Street in Jonesboro.

“We will be collecting gently used, like-new, or new items. Those in need will be able to reach out to us individually, through community resources, physician, etc.. to “borrow” the needed equipment. When the equipment is no longer needed, we ask that it be returned for the next person to be able to use.” – JPASD Administration

For more information, contact JPASD Community Programs Coordinator, Staci Pitre, at (318) 259-2877 or by email at spitre.jpasd@gmail.com
Office: 318-259-2877

Together we are building a Healthier Community!

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The Jackson Parish Special Education Department is seeking stakeholders to serve on the Jackson Parish Special Education Advisory Committee. The committee meets three times a year at the Student Service Center at 440 Old Winnfield Road, Jonesboro, Louisiana.

Parents of students with disabilities, teachers, staff and community members can apply to serve on the committee. Interested applicants can request a SEAC application by emailing Bonnie Buckelew at bonnie.buckelew@jpsbschools.us or calling 318-259-8802, ext. 9109. The due date for all applications to be turned in to the Student Service Center is September 25, 2026.

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For every high school athlete, the ultimate goal is to receive a ring, which signifies that you were a member of a state championship-winning team. For most, this is only a dream. If an athlete is very fortunate, they get the opportunity to sport the “bling” once in their lives at best.

Then there are the members of the Quitman High School Lady Wolverine softball team.

You are cordially invited to come to Quitman High School at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, September 22nd to join the celebration as the Lady Wolverines softball team receives their THIRD state championship ring, earned in as many years, commemorating a remarkable “three-peat” of state titles (2024-26).

To put into perspective how special this accomplishment is, only one school in Jackson Parish has won three straight state championships (JHHS 1987-89) over 105 years of Louisiana High School Athletic Association competition.

2026 Quitman High School Softball Team Members

Coaches: Justin Dodson, Garrett Nyegaard, Max Martinez
Managers: Hallay Taylor, Jana Potts, Emma Toms
Players: Maggie Guyotte, Anna Claire Leach, Zoee Williams, Hallie Kate Pullig, Kinsley Ponder, Briley Bowers, Brenna Lamkin, Avery Watson, Breelyn Boone, Keeley Davis, Lily Duck, Averie Hasley, London Burks, Jessie Walker, Kynleigh Leach, Amelia Staggs, Charleigh Newton, Anna Pardue.

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Seniors of the Jackson Council on Aging had a wonderful time on Thursday, September 17th, when Emalee Colvin, Julie Smith, and Katie Brooks from Jackson Parish Hospital (JPH) Therapy & Rehabilitation, and Madonna Caldwell of JPH Speech Therapy visited the mealtime gathering at the Chatham Center, located at 1510 Pine Street, bringing gifts for all the seniors, including Chatham Center and Home Delivered Meal clients.

“Thanks for your generosity, your time, and your dedication to brighten the lives of our seniors. We are greatfull for your partnership and look forward to working with you again.” – JCOA in Chatham

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The Jackson Parish School District (JPSD) announces upcoming virtual training opportunities through Families Helping Families of Northeast Louisiana on September 23rd, 25th, and 29th, designed to provide families with helpful information, resources, and support. The JPSD encourages parents, caregivers, educators, and community members to take advantage of this opportunity to learn more and connect with valuable resources available to families in our area.

September 23rd

September 25th

September 29th

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Each week during the school year, Jackson Parish Hospital recognizes select student-athletes from the Jackson Parish School District high schools and presents them with the Student/Athlete of the Week Award. The recipients are chosen by select faculty from each of the representative institutions of learning: Jonesboro-Hodge High School, Quitman High School, and Weston High School.

Award Overview

Sponsor: Jackson Parish Hospital

Participating Schools: Jonesboro-Hodge High School, Quitman High School, and Weston High School

Selection Criteria: Chosen by select faculty and staff members at each institution for providing the best example of balancing academic achievement and athletic accomplishment.

Recognition: Weekly recipients are featured in the Jackson Parish Journal and on social media. They also receive a commemorative T-shirt from Jackson Parish Hospital.

Student/Athletes of the Week
September 13-19

Jonesboro-Hodge High School:

Quitman High School:

Weston High School:

Ever think about working the polls on Election Day? Want to earn $200.00? If this sounds like you, contact the Jackson Parish Clerk of Court’s Office at (318) 259-2424 to register for the General School for New Commissioners, which will take place at 5:00 pm on September 28th in the Multi-Purpose Room of the Jackson Parish Library, located at 614 South Polk Avenue in Jonesboro,

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The Jackson Parish School District (JPSD) is excited to introduce a new faculty recognition program this school year called “Cheer From a Peer,” celebrating the incredible teachers who make Jackson Parish Schools special! This week, JPSD recognizes Cortney Harvey, a Special Education teacher at Quitman High School, who was nominated for the award by Alana Tolar and Lance Seymore through the submittals shown below.

“Cortney is passionate about her job and does an incredible job supporting her students. She always brings a positive attitude and consistently goes above and beyond to make sure her classroom runs smoothly while ensuring each of her students has what they need to be successful. The work she does each day takes a big hear, and she handles it with such care. We are so lucky to have her.” – Nomination #1

“Mrs. Harvey meets every student exactly where they are, celebrates their successes – big and small – and creates a classroom where every child feels valued, supported, and loved. She is the best at what she does.” – Nomination #2

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The Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the Jackson Parish Bank (JPB) has been selected as the Business of the Month for September. Located at 201 Jimmie Davis Blvd. in Jonesboro, the JPB has been committed to serving customers and helping the community grow and prosper since 1904. With a history rich in tradition, Jackson Parish Bank is poised for continued growth and looks forward to opportunities to serve all your banking needs.

The number one priority of the Jackson Parish Bank is serving the financial needs of our area. Whether you have money to invest, need a loan, or have a question about any of their services, come in and visit, or call at (318) 259-4406.

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Weston Junior High held its annual basketball tournament this past Thursday and Friday, with the girls’ team proving to be the “host with the most” and the boys’ squad showing great improvement by winning two games and finishing in second place. Quitman Junior High also competed in the tourney, with the girls and boys teams both winning their first game and losing in the second round.

The WJH girls, under the guidance of Matthew Herring, beat Claiborne Christian 34-10, Quitman Junior High 34-1, and Castor 30-6 in the finals to win their fifth straight tournament title and remain unbeaten, running their record to an impressive 17-0 this season. The WJH boys improved to 5-12 on the year by beating Claiborne Christian and Castor before falling to Choudrant in the finals.

The Quitman Junior High girls team, now 6-8 this season, beat Dodson 35-10 in the opening round before falling to Weston, while the boys team beat Calvin 43-28 to open the tourney and then dropped the second-round contest to eventual tourney champion Choudrant, dropping their season record to 14-4, with all four losses coming against Choudrant.

Weston Tourney Recap

Thursday Games

Weston 34 Claiborne Christian 10 (girls): The “dynamic duo” of Kate Keiffer and Saniyah Salsberry led Weston in scoring as they have for most of the season by tallying 13 and 8 points, respectively, as Weston exploded for 20 second-half points to break open a 14-9 game at the half and take the first-round victory. Hannah Aldy finished with five, Ashlyn Petre had four, and Brooklyn Keiffer and Shelby Johns each scored a basket.

Quitman 35 Dodson 10 (girls): Quitman spotted Dodson a 3-2 first-quarter lead, but behind 14 points from Elliot Savage over the final three quarters blew open the game. Lily Tolar and Aaliyah Mixon finished with 4, Jaicee Hall tallied 3, and both Dally-Kate McCurdy and Abigail Sullivan scored 2. Savannah Porter added a free throw.

Quitman 43 Calvin 28 (boys): Jaxen Culpepper led the Wolverines in scoring with 12, coming within one point of his career high, and Luke Davis put up 8 for his second-best scoring total. Khyree Boston also added 8, Bentley Ponder finished with 5, and Kutter Blalock added 4 points. Aiden Reed and Asher Norred chipped in with 2 points each.

Weston 26 Claiborne Christian 22 (boys): Kaine Stassen scored 8 points, and “Hawk” Snuggs added 6 to lead the Wolves past CCS in a close game that wasn’t decided until late in the fourth quarter. Ashton Paggett and Mason Greer scored four points each.

Friday Games

Weston 34 Quitman 1 (Girls): In the second round, the Lady Wolves allowed Quitman only a second-quarter free throw by Elliot Savage and were led offensively by Kate Keiffer, who finished with 17, half of the WJH points. Hannay Aldy chipped in six, while Saniyah Salsberry tallied three, and Brooklyn Keiffer, Ashlyn Petre, Bailey McCurdy, and Shelby Johns each scored two.

Choudrant 47 Quitman 33 (boys): The Aggies methodically pulled away to claim their fourth victory over Quitman, the only losses suffered by the Wolverines this season. For the second straight night, Jaxen Culpepper led QJH in scoring with 11 followed by Aiden Reed with 7. Bentley Ponder finished with 5, Khyree Boston had 4 and both Luke Davis and Sheppard Norred made a basket.

Weston 28 Castor 10 (boys): A team effort that saw WJH have 8 players score moved the Wolves into the championship round. Mason Greer and Ashton Paggett led the offensive attack with 6 points each, and El Jones pitched in with 4. Kaine Stassen and Colton Haney each added a three- pointer, and “Hawk” Snuggs, Grant Griffin and Haiden Jones all tallied two points each.

Championship Games

Choudrant 24 Weston 21 (boys): Weston held Choudrant scoreless in the third quarter to close to within 19-16 heading into the final frame of the championship game, but the Aggies won the fourth quarter by a 10-5 advantage to claim first place. Grant Griffin and “Hawk” Snuggs scored 6 points apiece to pace the Wolves while Kaine Stassen chipped in with 4. Mason Greer and Eli Jones added a basket each.

Weston 30 Castor 6 (girls): In the championship game, Weston jumped out to an 8-0 first-quarter lead that grew to an 18-2 advantage at the half in another dominating defensive effort. Kate Keiffer led the way with 11 points, followed by Brooklyn Keiffer and Hannah Aldy, both with 6 points. Shelby Johns chipped in with 4, Ashlyn Petre tallied 2, and Saniyah Salsberry sank a free throw to round out the scoring.

Tuesday Tilts

The All-Jackson Parish season series between Quitman and Weston will come to a close on Tuesday at Quitman. Three games are on tap, beginning with a “B” girls game at 4:00 pm followed by girls and boys action.

4:00 pm: Weston at Quitman (Girls “B” game)
4:30 pm: Weston at Quitman (Girls)
5:30 pm: Weston at Quitman (Boys)

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North Hodge Assembly of God, located at 5254 Quitman Hwy. (Hwy 167N), sends an invitation to attend the Praise Women’s Conference scheduled for Saturday, September 26th. Two sessions are on tap, featuring Evangelist Kathy Wampler: the first at 10:00 am and the second at 1:00 pm. Lunch will be provided during the break. For more information call (318) 259-3609.

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In the early 1990s, video games were entering what I suppose we could call their second generation. Compared with what children play today, they were technologically primitive. But at our house, they were cutting-edge.

Our oldest daughter, Allison, asked for a Nintendo for Christmas—the one with Super Mario Brothers.

Christmas morning, the Nintendo was connected to our enormous twenty-five-inch console television. For those of you under forty, a console television was roughly the size of a small refrigerator, weighed slightly more than a Methodist church, and once you put it in the den, it stayed there until the Second Coming.

And Allison started playing Mario.

She was good at it. More importantly, she was persistent. If Mario needed to jump over something, she learned exactly when to jump. If there was a hidden passage, she found it. If there was some secret way through a level, she kept working until she discovered it.

She accumulated experience. She advanced through levels. She got better and better.

Every once in a while, she would let her younger brother Andrew play.

The rule was simple: You can play until you lose all your lives.

Andrew’s turn did not take long.

Bless his heart.

Mario would start running. Mario would hit something. Mario would die. A few moments later, Andrew would hand the controller back to Allison.

She tried to teach him.

“Jump here.”

“Don’t go that way.”

“Wait until that thing moves.”

“Push this button.”

None of it helped.

Then school started back. One afternoon Andrew got home before Allison. I told him, “Andrew, I’ve been working on a project for you.”

While the children had been at school, Dad had been playing Mario. This was not recreation. This was serious parental research. And while I played, I recorded the television onto our VCR—another ancient piece of technology. I had about thirty minutes of Mario being played reasonably well on videotape.

I told Andrew, “When Allison gets home, I’m going to play this tape. You sit on the floor with the controller and pretend you’re playing.”

Andrew immediately understood the spiritual gift God had given him for irritating his sister.

“Move the controller. Lean from side to side. Grunt occasionally. Act frustrated. Do everything Allison does.”

So when Allison came home, there sat her little brother in front of the television playing Mario. And he was magnificent. He sailed through places he could not get through the night before. He made impossible jumps. He advanced from level to level.

Finally Allison asked, “How did you learn to do that so fast?”

We had her. We absolutely had her. Until Andrew started giggling. He put the controller down, turned around, and grinned at his sister— and Mario kept playing.

“ANDREW!”

For a few wonderful minutes, Andrew looked like a gamer. He held the controller. He made all the right movements. He sat in the right place. He knew when to grunt. There was only one problem. He wasn’t actually playing the game.

I wonder sometimes whether that little scene from our den is a pretty good picture of what can happen in the Christian life. We learn how to hold the controller. We know when to stand and when to sit. We know the hymns. We know the prayers. We know when to say “Amen.” We know how Christians are supposed to look and sound. We can become very good at appearing to be disciples.

But Jesus never called us simply to look like disciples. He called us to follow him. To forgive when forgiveness is difficult. To love people we would rather avoid. To serve when serving is inconvenient. To trust when life is uncertain. To give generously. To pray honestly. To live differently because Christ is alive within us.

Faith is not something we merely watch somebody else do. It cannot be prerecorded for us by our parents, grandparents, preacher, or church. Eventually, we have to play. Every once in a while, perhaps all of us need to put down the controller and ask a hard but necessary question:

Am I really living this life of faith, or have I just gotten very good at going through the motions?

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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.

Mark D. Pippen (Choudrant, LA) – Possession of Schedule III, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Tail Lamps Required
David D. Toney (Choudrant, LA) – Warrant for Attempted Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
DeMario Bradford (Ruston, LA) – Domestic Abuse Battery
Tristen D. Patten (Jonesboro, LA) – Domestic Abuse Battery
D’eros Soto (Bayou Lourse, LA) – Assumption Parish Warrants on Aggravated Assault with a Firearm, Illegal Possession of a Handgun by a Juvenile, Illegal use of Weapons
David Morrow (Jonesboro, LA) – Warrants on Failure to Yield, Expired MVI, Execution of Sentence
Matthew Wallace (Jonesboro, LA) – Criminal Trespass, Simple Burglary of an Inhabited Dwelling, Warrant on Unlawful Entry of Inhabited Building
Michael Bland (North Hodge, LA) – Warrants on Execution of Sentence for Non-Support x2
Brett Thibodeaux (Eros, LA) – Traffic Bench Warrants on No Insurance, Switched Plates, Driving Under Suspension
Johnny Hinton (West Monroe, LA) – Warrant on Remaining After Being Forbidden

To publish Public/Legal Notices, Business Services, Job Opportunities, Items for Sale, and Wanted-to-Buy items, email jpjjacksonla@gmail.com jpjjacksonla@gmail.com  or call 318-480-1206. Possible costs are dependent on the content.

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

VANDERBILT MORTGAGE AND FINANCE, INC
#38157
MARLON M. JARRELL, JR., MARLON JARRELL, JR., MARLON JARRELL

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 JACKSON PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE,
Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 23 day of September, 2026, between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

2006 CMH LOCEL MOBILE HOME BEARING SEARING NUMBER CS2008343TNAB, IMMOBILIZED ONTO AND INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: LOT 2, 3, 4, & 5 OF BLOCK 1 OF EROS, LOUISIANA, AS SHOWN BY ORIGINAL PLAT AND SURVEY OF SAID TOWN OF EROS, NOW ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING, SITUATED IN EROS, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA.

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

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

August 12, 2026
September 16, 2026

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC
#38264
ALMA DIAS GRAHAM

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 JACKSON PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE, Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 21 day of October, 2026, between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF JACKSON AND STATE OF LOUISIANA TO WIT: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, AND ALL THE RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, ADVANTAGES, AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING, SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JACKSON, LOUISIANA, TO WIT: DESIGNATED AS LOT 51 OF UNIT 1 OF THE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SUBDIVISION TO THE TOWN OF JONESBORO, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF JACKSON PARISH LOUISIANA.
AND ALSO
THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF JACKSON AND STATE OF LOUISIANA, TO-WIT: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, AND ALL THE RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, ADVANTAGES, AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING, SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JACKSON, LOUISIANA, TO WIT: DESIGNATED AS LOT 52 OF UNIT 1 OF THE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SUBDIVISION TO THE TOWN OF JONESBORO, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF JACKSON PARISH LOUISIANA.

Seized as the property of the above-named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all cost, sale to be made for cash WITHOUT benefit of appraisal.

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

September 9, 2026
October 14, 2026

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Jackson Parish Police Jury is hiring for the following open position. Please submit all applications to: Jackson Parish Police Jury Administrative Building, 160 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, LA 71251. Applications are being accepted until filled. To request a detailed job description, please contact our office at (318) 259-2361 or by email: nevans@jppj.org.

POSITION: Operator 1
DEPARTMENT: Jackson Parish Solid Waste Department

Description:

Under close supervision, the Solid Waste Department Operator I is a semi-skilled to skilled position consisting of equipment operation, manual labor, and maintenance repair of various pieces of light and heavy motorized equipment and trucks used in solid waste management, maintenance, inclement weather, and other generalized work. Incumbent may be used as a relief operator on equipment of a higher class if qualified and trained.

Minimum Qualifications:

• In good standing as an employee in current position
• Class B CDL Driver’s License required; progression towards Class A CDL a must

Basic Responsibilities:

• Primarily operates trackhoe/packer located at the Solid Waste Landfill.
• Directs compact trucks and the public to the proper dumping areas in the landfill.
• Packs and tarps the garbage in the trailers and prepares the trailers to be transported to the Union Parish Landfill.
• Keeps the wall area washed and clean.
• Cleans out drains and bins, when necessary.
• Monitors the water transport and hauls and empties, when necessary.
• Picks up general litter and debris around the landfill, keeping it clean and organized.
• Cross-trained on all Operator II positions; prepared and able to operate any and all equipment used at the landfill.
• Serves as a backup for the Specialty Equipment Operator (Compact Truck), if qualified, trained, and licensed and Operator I and II positions, if necessary (at the appropriate set-up rate).
• Physically present to perform the duties of the position.
• Performs walkaround safety checks at the beginning of every day noting any deficiencies found on equipment and report to Supervisor.
• Complete daily paperwork noting equipment and materials used each day and daily equipment forms.
• Must have good working knowledge of equipment and safety habits.
• Performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, and cleanup of the solid waste landfill and off-site bin sites in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

Detailed Job Description available upon request.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Benoit Ford in Jonesboro has openings for two Oil/Lube Techs who will also serve as direct apprentices to certify for service technician positions. Pay plan depends on experience. Benefits are included. To schedule an interview, call (318) 259-9881 and ask for Jordan Benoit.

BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

L P Saw Shop
2612 Hwy 4
Jonesboro, LA
(318) 259 – 4056

BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

Pardue Builders Supply
705 South Hudson Avenue
Jonesboro, LA
(318) 259 – 2529

ATTENTION HUNTERS! Pardue Builders Supply in Jonesboro is now offering Camo Paint in Olive, Green, Black, and Tan for $21.99 per gallon. Also available are Tactacam 3.0 Field Cameras at $119.00 each.

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Jackson Parish School Board Meeting Minutes
September 14, 2026

The Jackson Parish School Board met in a regular scheduled meeting at 11:00 a.m. on September 14, 2026 at Jackson Parish School Board, 315 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, Louisiana.

The following were present for roll call: Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Paulette Belton, Gerry Mims, Wade McBride and Dennis Clary

Absent: Calvin Waggoner

Gerry Mims gave the Invocation.

Dennis Clary led in the Pledge of Allegiance.

The meeting was called to order by Mary Saulters.

A motion was made by Wade McBride seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to approve the minutes from the Regular Scheduled meeting held on August 3, 2026.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary seconded by Paulette Belton and carried to approve the minutes from the Special Called meeting held on August 13, 2026.

The Board recognized Kristina Bourgeois – Jackson Parish 4-H.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve the 2026-2027 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets.

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 Paulette Belton seconded by Dennis Clary 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 Wade McBride and carried approving to pay Employer’s Share of Group Benefits insurance premiums from General Fund for the September 2026 Sales Tax distribution.
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A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried approving the disposal of one (1) 2008 International Bus, Serial No. 4DRBUSKN78B654863, by taking the bus to a scrap yard. The bus was previously declared surplus and offered for sale; however, no bids were received that met the minimum bid requirement.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried approving payment of $18,186.28 to Howard Technology Solutions for Securly Classroom, Securly Aware and Securly Filter renewal for all schools, to be paid from General Fund. This is under TIPS/TAPS Computers/Equipments Contract #230105.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried approving payment of $17,000.00 to Career Compass of Louisiana for the renewal of individual college and career coaching for Seniors at Jonesboro Hodge High School, Quitman High School and Weston High School, to be paid from 2026-2027 Career Development funds. Career Compass is a Sole Source.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried approving to rescind the motion made at the April 13, 2026 Board meeting: A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried to approve payment to Uniti Fiber in the amount of $27,949.75 to purchase E-Rate Cat 2 equipment for E-Rate Year 2026-2027, to be paid from General Fund.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving payment to Uniti Fiber in the amount of $29,115.76 to purchase E-Rate Cat 2 equipment for E-Rate Year 2026-2027, to be paid from General Fund.

A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving to pay salary and benefits for up to eight (8) part-time interventionists (paid using the substitute salary schedule rates) and 25% of salaries and benefits for three (3) Title One paraprofessionals to provide small group high dosage tutoring embedded in the school day at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, Quitman High School and Weston High School, not to exceed $79,000.00, to be paid from High Dosage Tutoring Grant.

Jennifer Colvin, Business Manager presented the Financial Report.

Wade McBride reported to the Board on the meeting of the Building and Grounds Committee held prior to the Board meeting.

A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried adopting the resolution granting Bonnie Buckelew permission to sign the State of Louisiana Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Act 3 of the 2026 Regular Legislative Session in the amount of $178,000.00 (Acquisition, Equipment and Operating Expenses for materials and supplies, as well as labor costs to install lighting and electrical upgrades to the baseball and softball fields at Weston High School) for and on behalf of the Jackson Parish School Board.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried adopting the resolution granting Bonnie Buckelew permission to sign the State of Louisiana Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Act 961 of the 2026 Regular Legislative Session in the amount of $200,000.00 for operations (Acquisition. Equipment and Operating Expenses for materials and supplies, as well as labor costs to renovate and enhance the facilities at Jonesboro Hodge High School, Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School and Quitman High School) for and on behalf of the Jackson Parish School Board.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment of $38,895.76 to Servpro for the Mold Remediation at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School Support building, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District fund.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried approving payment of $33,495.76 to Servpro for the Mold Remediation at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District fund.
A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment of $32,721.54 to Dodson Enterprises, Inc. for labor and materials to replace ceiling tile and insulation at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District fund.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment of $5,115.59 to Altec Environmental Consulting, Inc. for Air Quality Assessment at Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District fund.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rick Barlow band carried to approve payment of $15,667.23 to Wood Electronic, LLC for wiring replacement at Quitman High School, to be paid from Quitman District fund.

Gerry Mims reported to the Board on the meeting of the Transportation Committee held prior to the Board meeting.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried granting approval to Weston High School Varsity Cheerleaders, along with their sponsors Shayla Heard and Alyssa Hogue to attend the Varsity Spirit Citrus Bowl Halftime Performance in Orlando, Florida, from December 30, 2026 through January 3, 2027. All expenses will be paid by the Weston High School Cheerleaders

A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried granting approval to Weston High School Baseball to travel to Millington and Memphis, Tennessee, April 1-3, 2027 to participate in the USA High School Challenge Tournament. All expenses will be paid by Weston High School Baseball.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried granting approval for Elsie Flynn from Weston High School, along with advisor Derek Shields, to attend the Weston FFA Convention October 19th – 24th, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Expenses will be reimbursed according to policy IFCB – Field Trips and Excursions.
Paulette Belton reported to the Board on the meeting of the Policy Committee held prior to the Board meeting.

A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried to revise the following policies:
• JGCE – Child Abuse
• GBRIA – Personal Leave
• GBRIB – Sick Leave
• JD – Discipline
• JDD – Suspension
• JDE – Expulsion
• IDDF – Education of Students with Exceptionalities
• IDDFC – Cameras in Special Education Classrooms
• JGCFA – Behavioral Health Services for Students
• EBBC – Emergency Operations Plans
• JGCD – Administration of Medicine

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried to adjourn at 11:20 a.m.

John “Duck” Morgan
March 14, 1954 – September 8, 2026

John “Duck” Morgan went to his heavenly home on September 8, 2026, at the age of 72. The U.S. Armed Services Veteran had his Life Celebration service on Saturday, September 19th, at the Paradise Funeral Home Jonesboro Chapel.

Lula Mae Hollingsworth Van Buren
April 13, 1928 – September 7, 2026

Lula Mae Hollingsworth Van Buren gained her heavenly wings on Septembe 7, 2026 at the age of 98. Her Life Celebration service was held at Travelers Rest Baptist Church in Jonesboro, LA on Saturday, September 19th under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home in Jonesboro, LA.

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A shooting on Cynthia Street in Jonesboro on Monday, September 14th has resulted in the death of Rashad Nash of Jonesboro. According to a report by the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office (JPSO), a call was received at 6:41 pm on Monday about a shooting in the area of 1504 Cynthia Street. Upon responding and processing the scene, JPSO Deputies reported that the 24-year-old Nash had received multiple gunshots, causing his death at the scene. No further information is available at this time, as the investigation is still ongoing.

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