Per a report by the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office (JPSO) on October 12, 2026, investigators with the JPSO arrested Matthew “Scott” Sullivan, of Eros, Louisiana, following an investigation into allegations of sex crimes.
Sullivan was arrested and charged with the following offenses: ● First Degree Rape — Four (4) Counts (La. R.S. 14:42) ● Indecent Behavior with Juveniles (La. R.S. 14:81) ● Video Voyeurism (La. R.S. 14:283)
The investigation was conducted by the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office with assistance from the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office, the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office, and the Children’s Advocacy Center of Northeast Louisiana.
“We would like to thank these agencies and organizations for their professionalism, cooperation, and assistance throughout the investigation,” said Jackson Parish Sheriff Brent Barnett. “Cases of this nature require careful investigative work and close coordination among agencies, with particular attention to protecting the privacy and well-being of victims.”
To protect victim confidentiality and preserve the integrity of the case, no additional details will be released at this time.
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The Water Boil Advisory that was issued on October 2nd for the Quitman Water System customers on Bear Knoll Drive has been lifted. The announcement was made on Tuesday, October 13th, after water system officials received a notice from the Louisiana Department of Health stating that the drinking water had been deemed safe following testing.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises motorists that the LA 810 Bridge over Brown Creek, near Weston, in Jackson Parish, which had been closed for necessary repairs on September 28th, is now open. The DOTD appreciates your patience and thanks motorists for driving with caution through the construction site and watching for work crews and their equipment.
Jonesboro-Hodge will play St. Mary’s of Natchitoches at Lakeview High School in Campti on Friday in a District 3-1A matchup that will have a major impact on the Tigers’ chances of claiming their first district title since 2021.
Originally scheduled for Turpin Stadium on the Northwestern State University campus in Natchitoches, the de facto home field for St. Mary’s, the contest was moved to Lakeview High School after the NSU field wasn’t available.
“I don’t know if playing the game at Lakeview is an advantage for us or not,” laughed Blankenship, who, with a victory, will move into a tie for most all-time wins by a coach in JHHS football history. “St. Mary’s is a very good team, and beating them is going to be a strong challenge no matter where we play them.”
For the second week in a row, JHHS will face a team with a strong early-season record. Last week, Ringgold came to Caldwell-Peacock Stadium on the JHHS campus for the Tiger Homecoming game, bringing an undefeated 4-0 mark. The record was somewhat deceiving, as three of the Redskins’ wins came against teams that still have not won a game this season, and the other was against a team with a losing record.
The challenge that St. Mary’s presents is an altogether different scenario.
The Tigers of Natchitoches are an impressive 5-1 this year and ranked #6 in the LHSAA power poll for Division IV “select” schools. They were undefeated until last week, when Logansport, ranked #7 in the Division IV “non-select” rankings, blocked a deciding field goal attempt in the final seconds to escape with a 29-28 victory in the District 3-1A opener for both teams. Earlier, St. Mary’s had beaten Vidalia 22-6, Red River 26-20, Menard 46-14, Grant 29-28, and Winnfield 23-14, the same Winnfield team that gave JHHS their only loss of the year by a 48-28 margin. All of these schools are from a higher classification.
JHHS is also at 5-1, their best record at this point of the season since 2009, and enters the contest ranked #9 in the power rankings. The Tigers also received votes in the most recent LSWA Division IV poll, for the first time since making a Class 2A state semifinal appearance in 2021. Victories include Lakeside (14-8), Delhi Charter (50-6), Lincoln Prep (42-20), Arcadia (38-18), and, last week, an impressive 50-0 win over Ringgold.
“There is no question, this will be the best team we have played this year to date,” said Blankenship. “I am confident that we can win, but our guys are going to have to play to their potential. You can’t expect to play a completely error-free game, but we are going to have to limit the amount of penalties and turnovers we make to have a chance.”
In a somewhat surprising fact, considering that JHHS has played football since 1917, this will be the first-ever matchup between the two schools.
“I was surprised to learn we have never played them before,” said Blankenship. “Especially considering the school is only 60 miles away. Hopefully we will get the series off to a good start.”
St. Mary Overview: Primarily running a spread offense or in the Power I formation, St. Mary’s has scored 174 points in six games this season for an average of 29 points per game. According to MaxPreps statistics, the Natchitoches-based school has run the ball 220 times, compared to 129 passing attempts, and is averaging 324 yards per game. John Paul Thibodaux paces their ground game with 652 yards in 107 attempts for a 108.7 yards-per-game average, while also scoring 8 times. His little brother Jacob is next with 357 yards. Preston Tilley calls the signals and has completed 63 of 120 passes for 723 yards and 2 TD’s, with Dennison Morgan being his primary receiver, having caught 24 passes for 307 yards and 3 TD’s. Michael French is also a weapon to be watched with 13 catches for 116 yards, and Brady Childress has 7 receptions for 162 yards for a 23.1 yards-per-catch average, including an 83-yard score. Kane Dorton leads the defense that has given up 111 points for an 18.5 points-per-game average with 43 stops, including 23 solo tackles, with Jacob Thibodaux close behind with 37 stops and a team-leading 4 sacks.
Jonesboro-Hodge Overview: The Tigers counter by having run the ball 141 times and thrown it 69 times more, and are averaging 279.66 yards per game in total offense. While the rushing and passing attempts are almost half as many as St. Mary’s, the stats are somewhat deceiving, as the Tigers have displayed a very strong “quick strike” capability, often scoring their 222 points (37 ppg) in five plays or less. Quarterback King Campbell has completed 36 of 57 passing attempts for 665 yards and 9 scores in just five games. The receiving corps is deep and talented, led by JaMarlon Johnson with 10 catches for 229 yards and 4 TD’s, including tying a school record with 3 against Arcadia. JaQuan Qualls is next with 8 catches for 159 yards and a TD, followed by Channing Gray Jr., who checks in with 7 catches for 111 yards and 4 scores, and Tysen Burks, who has 6 catches for 124 yards and a touchdown. LonTre’vious “Tre” Burns is the leading ground gainer with 563 yards in just 61 carries (9.23 per carry) and 9 touchdowns, while also being very effective as a receiver, having caught 6 passes for 146 yards, for a team-leading 29.20 average. Burns also lead the Tigers defense with 40 stops, including 5 scaks and 7 tackles for a loss, with Reginald Hemphill making 32 tackles. Kodan Atkins and Dylan Hayes check in with 24 and 23 stops, respectively. stops. Tysen Burks leads the team with 4 interceptions, three coming last week, which ties him atop school records for most interceptions in one game.
Tammy Jump, candidate for District Attorney of Louisiana’s 2nd Judicial District, is highlighting her 25 years of service as a full-time Assistant District Attorney and her experience of personally trying 20 jury trial cases.
Jump served the people of Bienville, Claiborne and Jackson Parishes as a prosecutor from 2000 to 2026, including serving as First Assistant District Attorney since 2010.
She has devoted her professional career to the criminal justice system, working with law enforcement, handling criminal prosecutions, and carrying out the responsibilities of the District Attorney’s office. Jump’s courtroom experience includes personally trying 20 cases before juries.
“Over the past 25 years, I’ve had the privilege of serving the people of these three parishes,” said Jump. “My experience in the courtroom has taught me the importance of preparation, sound judgment, fairness and respect for the law. Those principles have guided my career and will continue to do so. I have a deep understanding of our justice system, the responsibilities of being a prosecutor and the importance of treating every case with fairness and integrity.”
Jump is a candidate for District Attorney in the upcoming November election.
Everyone is invited to attend a Public Meeting to discuss new laws and the proposed amendments that will be on the upcoming election ballot, scheduled for 6:00 pm on October 19th at the Boyer Bel Association Building, located at 763 Beech Springs Road in Jonesboro.
The free meeting is being hosted by local civic leader James Bradford, who stresses that the session is not about supporting any candidate for office but is designed only to help keep the public informed about the new laws that went into effect this year and the proposed amendments.
“This is only a public information meeting,” said Bradford. “We will not discuss or allow any candidates to speak.”
The best Super Late Models around will converge on Super Bee Speedway in Chatham this weekend for the 33rd annual Spooky 50, where racers will go 40 laps for the winning purse of $3,000 on Friday and 50 laps, with $5,000 going to the winner on Saturday. Tuner, Crate Late Model, Limited Modified, and Street Stock racing is on tap as well.
Added to the climactic Saturday racing day is a special Inflatable Costume race on the track during intermission and Jordan Sheppard in concert in the pits after the race, giving fans a tremendous closing gift at no cover charge.
The administration and faculty of Jonesboro-Hodge High School and Weston High School are pleased to announce their choices for 2026 Students of the Year. These students have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, character, determination, and a commitment to making a positive impact in our school and community.
Representing Jonesboro-Hodge High School are: 8th Grade – Khaliya Cash 12th Grade – Sanaa Tatum
Representing Weston High School are: 5th Grade – Stetson Kennedy 8th Grade – Amelia Onopa 12th Grade – Kari Gates
By virtue of their selections at their respective schools, each is now eligible to be chosen as Student of the Year in the Jackson Parish School District.
The tremendous season that Jonesboro-Hodge High School has gotten off to this football season was recognized this past week when JHHS head football coach and defensive back Lontrevious “Tre” Burns was selected to represent the East team in the 10th annual Louisiana High School Coaches Association (LHSCA) I-20 Bowl that will be played at 2:00 pm on December 20th at Airline High School Stadium in Bossier City, LA.
Blankenship, now in his school-record 14th season at JHHS, who has led the Tigers to a 5-1 start to the 2026 football season and is now one victory away from tying for most wins by a coach in school history, will be the head coach of the East team.
“Just to be selected to coach in this game alongside the many great team leaders we have in this area is a tremendous honor,” said Blankenship. “I am very grateful and humbled to be chosen to lead the team.”
Burns, who earlier this season was chosen for the inaugural Ironman Award, given by Big Law Media to the player who stars on both offense and defense in a game, was selected to the East team defense after leading JHHS with 40 tackles, 5 sacks (all in one game), and 1 forced fumble.
The Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District (JPASD) is the proud recipient of the Rural Clinician Credit Bank Award sponsored by the Louisiana Rural Health Transmission Program (RHTP). The award represents a significant investment in the JPASD EMS workforce and communities of Jackson Parish, as it allows for the recruitment and ability to retain Paramedics dedicated to serving the unique needs of a rural community.
The Louisiana Department of Health provides up to $12.7 million through the Rural Clinician Credit Bank as part of a $37.7 million state initiative to recruit and retain rural health care providers. JPASD was one of 53 rural health care providers to be selected out of 136 total applications.
“We are thankful to announce that we are a recipient of this award. Great things are coming to the Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District.” – JPASD administration
The Auburn Tigers have suspended All-American linebacker Xavier Atkins for Saturday’s game against the Georgia Bulldogs, head coach Alex Golesh revealed on Monday through multiple media outlets.
“We’ll keep it in-house. That’ll be the only piece I will be addressing. He won’t be available for us this week for the game,” Golesh said.
Atkins was named to the Preseason All-SEC Team before the season and has arguably been Auburn’s best player this season, recording 37 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, 3.0 sacks, one interception, and three quarterback hurries in five games. He has started four of their games, but did not start against Southern Miss due to what was reported as “internal discipline.”
The Jonesboro, LA native who prepped at Jonesboro-Hodge High School and Summer Creek High School in Texas was named a Second-Team All-American and First-Team All-SEC member last year after making 84 tackles, 17.0 tackles for loss, 9.0 sacks, one interception, and two forced fumbles. It was his first season at Auburn after spending his freshman year with the LSU Tigers.
In a tremendous gesture to feed the souls and bodies of Jackson Parish residents, the youth of Sweetwater Baptist Church in Quitman handed out free Bibles and burgers on October 10th. Spreading the love of Jesus, the caring youth group set up in Fred’s parking lot in Jonesboro and handed out an incredible 400 Bibles and burger meals in a little over two hours, while also praying with many.
“There are so many hurting people in our area,” said a Sweetwater Baptist representative. “We hope they felt the love of Jesus today.”
Jackson Parish 4-H Director Krisi Bourgeous reminds everyone that the last day to register for Jackson Parish Shooting Sports is October 30th. You must register at the 4-H office in the Charles H. Garrett Community Center, located at 182 Industrial Drive in Jonesboro.
The cost to register is $50.00, which includes a $10.00 4-H enrollment fee and a $40.00 Shooting Sports fee. To be eligible, registrants must also attend two of the three sessions of Orientation, the 1st scheduled practice, and the 2nd scheduled practice.
Dr. Kathryn “Kathy” Sullivan wanted to take a walk, but this was no walk around the block. She wanted to take a 140-mile walk. Let me explain. Kathy’s brother Grant had heard about the planned walk, had applied to be a participant, and encouraged Kathy to apply as well. She was uninterested at first because she wanted to take a seven-mile swim in the Pacific Ocean instead. Kathy disregarded Grant’s suggestion until she saw an advertisement for the upcoming walk in a scientific magazine. Shortly after she applied for the walk, William Ryan of Columbia University offered Kathy the chance to take the seven-mile swim that she had been dreaming of for years. William and Kathy discussed the walk and the swim, and they concluded that Kathy should wait to hear if her application to take the walk was accepted. Williams reassured Kathy that she would have another opportunity to take the swim but the opportunity to take the walk would probably never happen again. Kathy’s wait was worth it. She was invited for a week of interviews, psychological examinations, and physical examinations. Of the large group who were chosen, Kathy was one of six females selected. Grant, Kathy’s brother who had encouraged her to apply, was not selected.
The magazine advertisement I mentioned earlier said women could apply, but many scientists believed that women would be unable to complete such a walk because they were inferior to men. Scientists believed women would require more specialized equipment than men to complete such a walk. Of course, those scientists were mostly men. Kathy was fitted with a special pressurized suit which provided oxygen and blocked out the Sun’s rays. Kathy spent years training for the 140-mile walk which would last just a few hours. On October 11, 1984, 33-year-old Kathy dressed carefully in her specialized clothing which weighed more than she did. Then, she stepped out of the vehicle and began her walk. There were no trees, no sidewalks, nor automobiles on her route. Despite the initial doubts of scientists, she completed the walk without any trouble at all. Kathy made history.
Kathy still wanted to take that seven-mile swim, but it took longer than she had imagined. 36 years after Kathy completed her walk, she finally got the opportunity to take that swim in the Pacific Ocean. Just as she had for her walk, Kathy prepared well and used specialized equipment. On June 8, 2020, sixty-eight-year-old Kathy finally fulfilled her dream and completed the swim that she had dreamed of for decades.
Kathy does not consider herself an adrenaline junkie, but a scientist and explorer. You see, the 140 miles I mentioned was not the distance she traveled on her walk, but the height above the Earth she was when she took her walk. On October 11, 1984, Kathryn Sullivan became the first American woman to take a walk…a spacewalk 140 miles up in space. On June 8, 2020, she became the first woman to swim, well… descend, in a submersible to Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench, the deepest known point in Earth’s oceans. Kathy is the only woman known to have both walked in space and visited Challenger Deep.
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SHERIFF’S SALE
Parish of Jackson State of Louisiana
PEOPLES BANK #38210 TYLER RAY JOHNS AND ALI DANIELLE JOHNS
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 4TH day of November, 2026, between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit: BEGINNING AT THE NEC OF THE SW1/4 OF SW1/4, SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST, JACKSON PARISH LOUISIANA, AND RUN WEST ALONG THE NORTH FORTY LINE OF THE SW 1/4 OF SW 1/4, N89°43’41” WEST 1096.69 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00°04’05” WEST 140.78 FEET TO THE CENTERLINE OF LA HWY 147; THENCE RUN ALONG AND WITH THE CENTER LINE OF LA HWY 147 SOUTH 85°41’28” EAST 60.81 FEET; THENCE CONTINUE ALONG AND WITH THE CENTERLINE OF LA HWY 147, SOUTH 85°33’02” EAST 202.81 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 85°27’13” EAST 41.42 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 84°39’12” EAST 34.58 FEET FOR A STARTING POINT: THENCE CONTINUE ALONG THECENTERLINE OF LA HWY 147 SOUTH 84°39’12” EAST 44.73 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 81°24’58” EAST 84.95 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 76°35’02” EAST 85.81 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 72°19’33” EAST 42.40 FEET THENCE LEAVING SAID CENTERLINE RUN SOUTH 00°08’28” EAST 260.57 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89°51’32” WEST 327.89 FEET; THENCE NORTH 13°31’54” EAST 319.89 FEET TO THE STARTING POINT, CONTAINING 1.594 ACRES MORE OR LESS, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING.
Seized as the property of the above-named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all costs, sale to be made for cash WITH benefit of appraisal.
BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER
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Jackson Parish School Board Special Called Meeting Minutes October 8, 2026
The Jackson Parish School Board met in a Special Called meeting at 1:00 p.m. on October 8, 2026 at Jackson Parish School Board, 315 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, Louisiana. The following were present for roll call: Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Gerry Mims, Wade McBride, Paulette Belton and Dennis Clary Absent: Calvin Waggoner Gerry Mims gave the Invocation. Wade McBride led in the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was called to order by Mary Saulters. Item 4A was added to the agenda: Consider compensating Dr. Robin Potts for serving as Interim Superintendent. A quorum was present for this vote. A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to approve the hiring of a part-time employee to train the Business Manager and this person to be Kristi Bass for the same terms approved at Board Meeting held on October 5, 2026. The motion is made to clarify her status. Motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried to compensate Dr. Robin Potts for serving as Interim Superintendent $2,000.00 per month for additional duties, retroactive to October 1, 2026. Motion was made by Wade McBride seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to approving to grant Robin Potts permission to approve all expenditures up to $10,000.00 without Board approval. A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried to approve Scenario 3 as presented by the Business Manager regarding the FY2026-2027 certificated and support staff stipend supplemental payments to be paid in January, 2027, including allocation amounts directed by the Governor’s Executive Order 26-047. A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to adjourn at 1:15 p.m.
Per a statement issued by the Village of Quitman Water System, the Water Boil Advisory that was issued on October 2nd for customers on Bear Knoll Drive is still in place, with hopes that it will be lifted after receiving test results from the Louisiana Department of Health on Tuesday.
The Quitman Water System experienced a leak in the water line crossing the Dugdemona River on Bear Knoll Drive, resulting in a loss of pressure within the distribution system. To isolate the leaking section, the valve on the northeast side of the river was closed. This action interrupted water service to all customers on Bear Knoll Drive southwest of the Dugdemona River.
As a precaution, the Quitman Water System issued a BOIL ADVISORY, effective immediately, for these affected customers. This advisory will remain in effect until the Quitman Water System officially rescinds it.
Affected customers should disinfect water before drinking it, making ice or beverages, brushing teeth, preparing food, or rinsing foods. Bring water to a rolling boil in a clean container and continue boiling for one (1) full minute. Begin timing only after the water reaches a rolling boil. Allow the water to cool before use.
The first 11 days of October have been especially busy for the Jackson Parish School Board, which, after holding a special called meeting on the 1st of the month, held a second special called meeting on Thursday, October 8th, sandwiching a regularly scheduled meeting on October 5th.
Four items were on this special called meeting agenda, with the first being board members Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Gerry Mims, Wade McBride, Paulette Belton, and Dennis Clary agreeing to hire Kristi Bass as a part-time employee to train the Business Manager.
The next item of business was to give Interim Superintendent Robin Potts a $2,000.00 per month raise for additional duties and in a corresponding move, permission to approve all expenditures up to $10,000.00 without Board approval. The final piece of business was approving fiscal year 2026-2027 certificated and support staff stipend supplemental payments to be paid in January 2027, including allocation amounts directed by the Governor’s Executive Order 26-047.
To view the official minutes of the special called meeting visit the Classifieds Section of the Jackson Parish Journal.
The Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Office reminds you that you can make your voice heard on the November 3rd election ballot beyond candidate choices for local and state offices, as 10 constitutional amendments will be voted on.
In order to help you understand what a vote yes or no on each amendment means, a non-partisan report issued by the Public Affairs Research (PAR) Council click here or visit the following link https://parlouisiana.org/…/guide-to-the…/…
This is NOT an endorsement or disapproval of any amendment by the office of the Jackson Parish Clerk of Court. It simply informs the public what is on the ballot.
2026 JHHS Homecoming Court Front Row (l-r): Aspen Atkins, Oddyssey Brooks, Queen Jalaila Amos, Sanaa Tatum, and Carlayzia Walker Back Row (l-r): Brooklyn Burks, Payton Dawson, Ja’Khorielle Lard, Victoria Leonard, and Myla Martin
The 2026 Homecoming game between Jonesboro-Hodge and undefeated Ringgold, the District 3-1A opener for both teams, was expected to be a tightly contested football game. It was not! JHHS ran roughshod over their upstart foe, 50-0, the largest margin of victory since a 51-0 win over Bunkie in 2021 and 4th largest in the new millennium.
With the victory, JHHS improved to 5-1 for the first time in head coach Terrance Blankenship’s school-record 14-year tenure and only the second time since 1993, the other being in 2009, and also moved into 9th place in the power ratings. Ringgold, who had won their first four games of the year for the first time in what is believed to be the first time in over 40 years, fell to 4-1 on the year.
JHHS coach Blankenship was pleased that his team not only played well on Friday but also praised the coaching staff for keeping the guys focused on the game, despite the distractions Homecoming always brings.
“I thought our coaching staff did a great job in keeping the team focused during the week, and I was pleased with the way our guys played to our potential during the game,” said Blankenship. “This Ringgold team is not like many of their teams in the past. They have some really good athletes and have the capability to cause lots of problems.”
Record-Setting Performances: While the 36 points scored in the first half and 50 points scored in total did not crack the all-time top ten in either category, an individual single-game performance matched an all-time best, and a team defense mark entered the all-time top ten. With three interceptions, Tysen Burks tied the single-game all-time best, joining Charles Harrell (1977), Stevie Anderson (1987), and Michael Burk (2010). The Tigers’ defense also joined the all-time annals by allowing only 7 passing yards, moving into 6th place for single-game passing yards allowed.
Coaching move paying off! To fill the void left by graduation in the backfield, coach Blankenship moved the team’s leading receiver from a year ago, Lontrevious “Tre” Burns, to running back this year. This has become one of the things Blankenship is best known for over the years, with great success moving tremendous players like Tayvion Tate, Reggie Shallowhorn, and Dakota Knox to new positions. Once again, the Blankenship “move magic” is paying great dividends. With new career highs of 142 yards on just 9 carries and 3 rushing touchdowns, Burns is providing JHHS with a tremendous ground game. In four of the five games played, Burns has rushed for more than 100 yards and has 533 rushing yards, including 9 touchdowns on the ground.
Quick Strikes! Coming on the heels of scoring twice on back-to-back offensive possessions in the second half the week before against Arcadia, the Tiger offense took things to another level on Friday by scoring 6 touchdowns in four plays or less, including 4 scores in just two-play drives. The defense also scored a touchdown on a fumble recovery and return by JaQuan Qualls.
District 3-1A Standings
TEAM
DISTRICT
OVERALL
POINTS
AGAINST
Jonesboro-Hodge
1-0
5-1
222
100
Logansport
1-0
5-1
269
111
Montgomery
1-0
3-3
208
176
St. Mary
0-1
5-1
174
111
Ringgold
0-1
4-1
168
94
Lakeview
0-1
2-4
114
215
Friday game results: JHHS 50 Ringgold 0 Logansport 29 St. Mary 28 Montgomery 44 Lakeview 12
JHHS vs Ringgold Game Totals
TEAM
1
2
3
4
FINAL
Jonesboro-Hodge (5-1, 1-0)
16
20
8
6
50
Ringgold (4-1, 0-1)
0
0
0
0
0
Scoring: (First Quarter) JHHS – Tre Burns 6 yd run, King Campbell to JaQuan Qualls 2-pt pass (First Quarter) JHHS King Campbell 14 yd run, Campbell to Channing Gray Jr. 2-pt pass (Second Quarter) JHHS – Burns 6 yd run, 2-pt no good (Second Quarter) JHHS – Campbell 5 yd run, Campbell to Qualls 2-pt pass (Second Quarter) JHHS – Campbell to Qualls 12 yd pass, 2-pt no good (Third Quarter) JHHS – Burns 29 yd run, Campbell to Qualls 2-pt pass (Fourth Quarter) JHHS – Qualls 21 yd fumble return, 2-pt no good
The administration and staff of Forest Haven Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center in Jonesboro cordially invite you to attend the annual Forest Fest, scheduled for 2:00-4:00 pm on October 16th. Come and enjoy the afternoon with the residents and enjoy the always-entertaining costume contest, where the top three, as voted on, will win a prize. Snacks will be provided.
The Student/Athletes of the Week, an award sponsored by Jackson Parish Hospital, has been announced for October 4-10, and for the first time ever, a representative from Cornerstone Christian Academy has been added to the usual award winners from Jonesboro-Hodge, Quitman, and Weston High Schools.
Award Overview
Sponsor: Jackson Parish Hospital
Participating Schools: Jonesboro-Hodge High School, Quitman High School, Weston High School, and Cornerstone Christian Academy
Selection Criteria: Selected by faculty and staff 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.
Quitman Fire District #1 Chief Phillip Brown shown with LA State Fire Marshal CRR Excellance Award Banner
The Quitman Fire District #1 was one of 10 fire departments across Louisiana selected to receive the inaugural 2026 Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Excellence Award from the Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office.
The State Fire Marshal’s Office Community Risk Reduction Division announced the award recipients in recognition of departments working to reduce risks and improve fire and life safety in their communities, according to a social media post.
Each of the 10 winning departments received a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Prevention Week box to support local fire prevention and life safety education initiatives, according to a social media post.
The awards were announced in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week, an annual campaign that encourages communities to take steps to prevent fires and improve safety at home and in public spaces.
The inaugural CRR Excellence Award recognized the following departments:
Bayou Blue Fire Department
Bossier Parish Fire District No. 7
Central Fire Protection District No. 4
Cotile Volunteer Fire Department
DeRidder Fire Department
Lafourche Parish Fire District 3
Little Caillou Fire Department
Quitman Fire Department
Ruby-Kolin/Rapides Fire District No. 7
St. Tammany Fire District No. 5
The State Fire Marshal’s Office praised the recipients and Louisiana’s broader fire service for their continued work to reduce risks and make communities safer.
Community risk reduction efforts focus on identifying potential hazards and helping residents take steps to prevent emergencies before they occur. Fire departments can support these efforts through public education, fire prevention outreach, and programs that promote safer homes and neighborhoods.
2nd Place at Menard Invitational QHS team members (l-r): Head Coach Cindy Pardue, Audrina Martin, Syerra Lewis, Emma Thomas, Anna Pardue, Kaleigh King, Lindsey Woods, Asst. Coach Jessica Sims
Quitman High School Cross Country teams went north and south on Saturday, with the varsity team trekking south to compete in the Holy Savior Menard Invitational held in Pineville and the elementary team going north to run in Simsboro.
“It was a busy day for sure,” laughed QHS cross country head coach Cindy Pardue. “We are fortunate to have such a great staff as Jessica Sims, and I went to Pineville, while Macheala Walsworth went with the young ones.”
In varsity competition, the Lady Wolverines placed 2nd, and the boys finished 4th in the 5000-meter, 14-team event held at Buhlow Recreation Park, while the QHS elementary team had five runners finish in the top ten of their respective divisions.
Kaleigh King paced the QHS girls by coming in 9th place among the 41 runners, the highest among “small schools” that competed, followed by Audrina Martin and Anna Pardue, who had top-twenty finishes, coming in 14th and 15th, respectively. Lindsey Woods and Syerra Lewis finished 21st and 22nd, and Emma Thomas placed 33rd.
On the varsity boys’ side, Luke Sims, Josiah Ramsey, and Carson Savana all finished in the top 20, coming in 13th, 16th, and 19th place. Mason Thomas placed 28th, Cooper Roton finished 44th, and Nolan Thomas finished 48th.
QHS boys had 4th Place finish at Menard Invitational (l-r) Mason Thomas, Carson Savana, Nolan Thomas, Luke Sims, Josiah Ramsey, Carter Roton, Robert Duchene
At Simsboro, the Quitman Elementary Cross Country team saw five runners finish in the top ten of their respective divisions, with Hadlee Tolar and Katie Futrell achieving the honors in the K-2 girls division and Lex Walsworth doing the same on the K-2 boys side. Emmett Thomas and Matthew Buchan finished in the top ten in the boys 3-4 division. Weston Elementary also had a pair of top-ten finishers in Parker Pardue and Cameron Pardue.
Quitman K-2 Cross Country Top Ten Finishers Hadlee Tolar, Lex Walsworth, Katie Futrell
Quitman 3-4 Top Ten Finishers Emmett Thomas and Matthew Buchan
Weston Elementary Top Ten Finishers Parker Pardue, Cameron Pardue
