The Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Shreveport, LA, this past weekend remains in effect across North Louisiana, South Arkansas, East Texas, and Southeast Oklahoma. Included is Jackson Parish.

Over the past several days, the area has been experiencing high temperatures up to 106 degrees, setting records in many parishes and counties within the NWS reporting area. The heat advisory is expected to remain in effect until Thursday, August 20th.

The National Weather Service issues a heat advisory when the daytime heat index is expected to reach 100°F to 104°F (or higher, depending on local climate criteria) within the next 12 to 24 hours

Safety Tips during a Heat Advisory include:
(1) Drink plenty of fluids and stay in an air-conditioned room.
(2) Stay out of the sun and check on relatives and pets.
(3) Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing.
(4) Reschedule strenuous outdoor activities to early morning or evening

According to the NWS forecast on Tuesday evening, we may break this triple-digit heat and see small rain chances for at least portions of the Four State Region by late week and into the upcoming weekend. Until then, high wildfire danger will continue.

The Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce announces that its official Facebook page has been updated, complete with a new logo and name. Check out the new listing, Jackson Parish Chamber Business & Community Network, where you can follow and stay connected to Chamber announcements, upcoming events, member spotlights, community news, and other important updates.

Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses, promotes economic growth, and strengthens our community. We connect entrepreneurs and create opportunities to make Jackson Parish thrive.

Tickets Available for Chamber Banquet

The Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce now has tickets available to the public for an exciting event on Thursday, September 24th, featuring Dr. Jim Henderson, President of Louisiana Tech University, as the guest speaker. Stop by or call the chamber office to grab your tickets before they’re gone! It’s sure to be a fantastic evening filled with great food and entertainment.

JHHS Football is Back! Want to get to know the young men who will be representing Jonesboro-Hodge High School during the 2026 LHSAA football season? Take the opportunity to get to know the players better and show your support by coming to Caldwell-Peacock Stadium on the JHHS Campus from 6:30 – 7:30 pm on Thursday, August 20th, for “Meet the Tigers”.

Season Opening Scrimmages Set For Friday

After many long and grueling fall practices in preparation for the 2026 season, the Jonesboro-Hodge varsity, junior varsity, and 7th and 8th football teams finally get to turn their attention to an opponent this Friday evening with a scrimmage against Delhi on Friday, August 21st at Caldwell-Peacock Stadium on the campus of Jonesboro-Hodge High School. The action begins at 6:00 pm. Admission is $10.00 per person

JHHS Varsity, Junior Varsity and 7th & 8th Grade Football Schedules

The 2026-27 school year has begun, and ensuring the safety and protection of the administration, staff, and students is the dedicated mission of the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officers Team. By staying visible, vigilant, and proactive, team members work to identify and address potential problems or threats. Their dedication to protecting and serving our schools is essential because our children are our future. Thank you for keeping our schools safe!

Jackson Parish School Resource Officer Team

Bentley Williams – Supervisor
Randy Magee – Quitman High School
Jedd Essmeier – Jonesboro Hodge High School
Roger Curry – Weston High School
Cole Stevenson – Jonesboro Hodge Elementary School
Matt Otwell – Rover

One Parish. One Team. One Mission.

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

JPH is excited to officially announce that four photos have been selected as Quarter 2 (April-June) winners, with the people who submitted each winning $250.00 for the copyright of each photo. (shown below)

Congratulations to our winners:
“Cypress Down Pour” by Jonas Thompson
“Moment of Calm” by Carmen Gray
“Steel & Stars” by Danielle Blalock
“Southern Harmony” by Tiffiney Peoples

Quarter 3 Entries Now Being Accepted

Entries for Quarter 3 of the Community Photography Contest are now being accepted. Also, those photos that were submitted prior will be rolled over for another opportunity to be chosen. There is no cost to enter. Terms and conditions apply. To enter, send your photo to https://bit.ly.4rimjdk.

“Thank you to everyone who participated and shared your creativity through this contest. Your photographs help us celebrate the beauty, character, and spirit of our community every day. We are grateful for your talent, your perspective, and your willingness to share these special moments with us!” – Jackson Parish Hospital

Want a fine opportunity to promote your business or organization while also showing your support for the Jonesboro-Hodge High School Tiger football team? Game sponsorships are now being offered on the official home of J-H Tiger Football, the Roux102 (102.3 FM) for only $75.00 per game. Take advantage of having a large audience hear about your business or organization each and every game during the 2026 Tiger football regular season and LHSAA playoffs while also receiving the following.

(1) At least 5 Commercials from the pre-game show to the post-game wrap-up show.
(2) Promos all week leading up to the game, letting the audience know of your support for the Tigers.

Added Bonus: 50 commercial spots per month on Roux102 during the football season

To show your support for Tiger football, reserve a spot by emailing Godleyworks@gmail.com or by sending a text to (318) 243-4681.

The Jackson Parish 4-H Chapter is pleased to announce that the 4th annual Friends of 4-H Banquet is scheduled to take place on August 29th at the Charles H. Garrett Community Center in Jonesboro, LA. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m., with the meal beginning at 6:00 p.m., followed by live and silent auctions, bucket raffles, games, and prizes.

Everyone must have a ticket to attend, so stop by the Jackson Parish 4-H Office at 182 Industrial Drive in Jonesboro to purchase general admission tickets for $60.00 per individual and $100.00 per couple. Table sponsorships are also available for $600.00, which includes 8 admission tickets and 150 bucket tickets.

CLOVER sponsors at different levels, based on their monetary commitment, are also being sought; their names and logos will be displayed and announced at the event. Clover Sponsorships available are:
Platinum: $1,000.00
Diamond: $500.00
Gold: $300.00
Silver: Up to $100.00

All proceeds from the banquet stay in Jackson Parish to support the local youth. For more information, contact Krist Bourgeois at (318) 259-5690, Amy Magee at (318) 235-0002, or Karie Potts at (318) 663-4242.

The Jackson Parish Recreation Department (JPRD) announces that registration is now open for the 2026-27 Youth Basketball League. Eligible Girls and boys ages 5-14 can sign up for $53.00 per player until September 20th, with a $20.00 late fee added after the registration deadline.

A change to this season’s schedule, which runs from December 3rd to January 30th, is that all games will be played at the Jonesboro-Hodge Junior High Gymnasium on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

COACHES NEEDED! If you are interested in coaching a team, contact the JPRD by emailing www.jprec.org, or to sign up a player(s) or coach a team, use the QR code shown below.

The annual “Battle of the Badges,” where representatives of Police and Fire Departments from across Louisiana squared off in the ring in fifteen boxing matches, took place on Saturday, August 15th, at the Civic Center in Monroe, LA.

In front of a packed arena, Jackson Parish had three competitors featured in the annual fundraising event for “Team Police,” with Darren Stevenson, Shawn Staggs, and Christopher Audirsch representing the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office.

The final results showed that Stevenson won a unanimous decision over Matthew McCaa of the Monroe Fire Department, Staggs fell to Jashown Matthews of the Baton Rouge Fire Department, and Audirsch dropped his match to Brandon Crum of the Ouachita Parish Fire Department after both gave very respectful showings but came up just short on the scorecard.

The biggest winner of all was the kids at MedCamps of Louisiana, as proceeds from the event were devoted to the organization founded in 1987. Congratulations to all who took part in fighting for something bigger than themselves.

There was a time in the not-too-distant past when school started, so did the basketball season for the smaller high schools in the state of Louisiana, or more specifically those classified by the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) as Class B and C schools. Due to an LHSAA rule limiting varsity teams to a set number of games each year, those days are gone.

At least for the high schools.

When it comes to the junior high basketball programs of these same “small schools” across the state, the age-old tradition is still alive and kicking. Evidence indicates that Quitman Junior High (QJH) and Weston Junior High (WJH) started classes on Monday, August 17th, and that the same night, WJH traveled to Saline for girls’ and boys’ basketball games. Just one night later, WJH was in action again at Castor while QJH hosted Calvin for a girls’ and boys’ contest.

Both schools will take to the court again on Thursday and Friday (August 20-21) when they compete in the annual Dodson Junior High School tournament. Along with Quitman and Weston, additional area schools competing for the right to be the first tournament champion of the 2026-27 school year are Saline, Calvin, Castor, and host Dodson.

The first round of competition begins with Weston taking on Saline in a girls contest at 4:00 pm on Thursday, followed by the same two boys’ teams playing at 4:45 pm. Host Dodson will play Calvin in a girls’ game at 5:30, with the boys’ squads ending Thursday’s play with a 6:15 pm tipoff.

Quitman girls and boys will play the winner of Weston and Saline at 4:00 pm and 4:45 pm on Friday, with the two Castor teams taking on the winner of Dodson and Calvin at 5:30 and 6:15 pm. The girls’ championship game is slated to start at 7:00 pm on Friday, with the boys’ title contest to close out the tournament next.

Quitman Junior High School Rosters and Schedule

QJH Girls Roster: Elliot Savage, Brelaina Hall, Jaicee Watkins, Aaliyah Mixon, Chloe Maxwell, Abigail Sullivan, Savannah Porter, Dally-Kate McCurdy, Mia Gonzalez-Ulloa, Lily Tolar, Charlea Jones

QJHS Boys Roster: Jaxen Culpepper, Sheppard Norred, Aiden Reed, Thatcher Savage, Kutter Blalock, Khree Boston, Luke Davis, Asher Norred, Jase Reed, Clay Burton, Jamikal Hall, Bentley Ponder, Andrew Seymore, Koplen Taylor Sutten Vail

Weston Junior High School Rosters and Schedule

WJH Girls Roster: Kate Keiffer, Saniyah Salsberry, Brooklyn Keiffer, Hannah Aldy, Isabel Morris, Raylie Hall, Shelby Johns, Bailey McCurdy, Ashlynn Petre, Miriam Shuler, Kylee Allen, Cadie Conn, Myla-Ruth Jones, Ryleigh Puffer, River Waggoner, Aubrie Allen, Carrington Bond

WJH Boys Roster: Quaylyn Snuggs, Ashton Paggett, Pistol Nickarz, Jordan Young, Richie Faust, James Lewis, Bradley Keeney, Parkter Hightower, Mason Greer, Eli Jones, Kaine Stassen, Grant Griffin, Remi Davis, Waylon Fair, Haiden Jones, Brett Rasbury, Cameron Pardue, Colton Haney

Game Recaps

Monday, August 17

Weston 38, Saline 8 (Girls) – Saniyah Salsberry scored more points in the first quarter (10) than Saline did all game as Weston opened the 2026 season with an easy victory on the road. Kate Keiffer scored 15 points, followed by 12 from Salsberry, to pace the Lady Wolves’ scoring. Brooklyn Keiffer chipped in with four points, and Hannah Aldy, Bailey McCurdy, and Ashlyn Petre all made a basket.

Saline 33 Weston 22 (Boys) – The host exploded for 16 points in the second quarter to break open a close game and send Weston to defeat in the season opener for both teams. Ashton Paggett led the Wolves in scoring with 8 points, six coming in the final frame that saw Weston outscore Saline 11-4. Grant Griffin and Quaylyn Snuggs added four points each; Kaine Stassen made a three-pointer; Mason Greer scored two; and Brett Rasbury sank a free throw for the Wolves.

Tuesday, August 18

Weston 45 Castor 18 (Girls) – For the second straight night, Weston came out of the locker room hitting on all cylinders as they outscored the home team 16-4 and never looked back for the one-sided victory. Kate Keiffer and Saniyah Salsberry once again led the offensive onslaught with 16 and 10 points, respectively, on a night when 8 players posted points. Ashlyn Petre also had a big game with 8 points, followed by 4 from Hannah Aldy. Shelby Johns added three, Raylie Hall hit a basket, and both Brooklyn Keiffer and Bailey McCurdy added a free throw each.

Weston 30 Castor 28 (Boys) – After spotting home standing Castor an 18-14 first half lead, the Wolves came storming back to win the second half by a 16-10 margin and claim their first victory of the 2026 season. Eight players tallied points for the Wolves led by Ashton Paggett and Mason Greer with 8 points each. Grant Griffin added four,James Lewis hit a three pointer, and Quaylyn Snuggs, Eli Jones, and Kaine Stasson all scored two points apiece. Brett Rasbury chipped in with a free throw.

Fans of the Jonesboro-Hodge High School (JHHS) athletic program have a special opportunity to support the school while also possibly winning a “season pass” to all athletic activities throughout the 2026-27 school year.

Sponsored by the JHHS boys basketball team, a raffle for only $5.00 per ticket is being held until August 20th, with two winners receiving entry to EVERY athletic event (Football, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Track & Field). To purchase your ticket(s), scan the QR code that is shown in the banner above.

Scan! Enter! Support the Tigers!

Cornerstone Christian Academy (CCA) Lady Eagles won their second and third volleyball matches of the year on Tuesday to move to the front of the Association of Christian Educators in Louisiana (ACEL) North Division with a perfect 3-0 record.

The Lady Eagles opened their first season in the ACEL on August 13th by winning a match against Kingston Christian Academy of Shreveport, taking three sets to one with scores of 25-17, 25-17, 20-25, and 25-19. On Tuesday, August 18, CCA won the match against Psalm Christian Academy out of Natchitoches in a thrilling five-set match, winning sets two and three by scores of 25-7 and 25-16, falling 25-14 and 25-18 in sets one and four before winning the overtime match by a close score of 15-13.

That set up an all-Jackson Parish battle against Gracepoint Christian Academy of Jonesboro, which is in its very first year of athletic competition in the nightcap. CCA won the match in three straight sets by scores of 25-4, 25-6, and 25-5.

After spending the past several years in the Sports League for Independent Christian Educators (SLICE), which comprises schools from Louisiana and Texas, CCA moved to the ACEL this past spring. The ACEL is comprised of 22 independent Christian schools from all across the state of Louisiana and is divided into four divisions consisting of:

North Division: Cornerstone Christian Academy (Jonesboro), Grace Christian Academy (Jonesboro), Apostolic Restoration Church Academy (West Monroe), Ascension Classical School (Shreveport), Christian Homeschool Association Northeast (West Monroe), Kingston Christian Academy (Shreveport), Mt. Olive Christian School (Athens), Old Bethel Christian Academy (Grayson), and Shreveport Homeschool Sports

Central District: Freedom Life Academy (Natchitoches), Louisiana School of Math, Science, and Arts (Natchitoches), Midstate Homeschool 1-2 (1-2)
Organization (Alexandria), Psalms Christian Academy (Natchitoches)

South-Central District: Acadiana Home School Athletics (Lafayette), John Paul the Great Academy (Lafayette), First Baptist Christian School (Lafayette)

Southeast District: The Brighton School (Baton Rouge), Christian Home Educators Fellowship Red (Baton Rouge), Christian Home Educators Fellowship Blue (Baton Rouge), Christian Academy of Louisiana (Addis), Immanuel Christian School (Morgan City), Open Door Christian Academy (Denham Springs)

Football season is just around the corner, and the Jonesboro-Hodge High School Tiger Booster Club is offering the opportunity to show your support by coming to the Old Fred’s Parking Lot on Saturday, August 22nd, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm to purchase a “Brown Bag Special.” Help the Booster Club in this fundraising event by getting a hamburger meal complete with chips and soda for just $8.00. Every purchase supports the JHHS athletic program.

Rachel lived on the island of Saint Croix in the Caribbean. She married Johann Lavien and they had a son named Peter, but Johann was such an abusive husband that Rachel left for her own safety. In retaliation, Johann had her imprisoned for adultery. Upon her release, Rachel sailed from Saint Croix to another island in the Caribbean called Saint Kitts.

There, she met a Scottish trader named James. Shortly thereafter, Rachel’s father died and left her a seaside lot on the nearby island of Nevis. She and James moved there together but could not marry because she was still technically married to Johann. Rachel had two sons with James, James Jr. and Alex. After a little over ten years together, James abandoned Rachel and his children. Some historians argue that James left to protect Rachel and their illegitimate children from legal action brought on by Johann. Whatever the reason, Rachel and her two sons sailed back to Saint Croix. Three years after James left, Rachel and Alex contracted yellow fever. Alex made a full recovery, but Rachel did not. She died at the young age of 39.

Things went from bad to worse. James Jr. and Alex became orphans. Because she was still married to Johann at the time of his death, he had control of her estate. Johann sold all of Rachel, James Jr., and Alex’s possessions in an auction. For a few months, James Jr. and Alex lived with their cousin, Peter Lytton, until he died by suicide. James Jr. became an apprentice to a carpenter and Alex became a clerk at an import/export company on the island. Alex was not yet a teenager.

On one hot August day, a powerful hurricane devastated Saint Croix and changed the course of Alex’s life. Well, not the hurricane itself, but a letter Alex wrote which described the hurricane. Alex wrote the letter to his father. Alex’s mentor, a minister and newspaper editor, was impressed with the letter and published in the local newspaper.

“Honoured Sir,” Alex Wrote, “I take up my pen just to give you an imperfect account of one of the most dreadful Hurricanes that memory or any records whatever can trace, which happened here on the 31st ultimo at night.” Ultimo was short for “in the previous month.”

As he neared the end of his letter, Alex wrote, “I am afraid, Sir, you will think this description more the effort of imagination, than a true picture of realities. But I can affirm with the greatest truth, that there is not a single circumstance touched upon, which I have not absolutely been an eyewitness to.”

When the people of Saint Croix read the article, they were also impressed. Those who knew Alex knew he was illegitimate and uneducated, but they knew how hard he worked. They paid for Alex to come to North America for a proper education and to give him a chance at a better life. Alex did not squander the opportunity. While in college, war broke out and Alex joined the military. Within a short time, he was promoted to lieutenant colonel because of leadership abilities and became the chief staff aid to the general in charge of the whole war.

After the war, Alex became a delegate to Congress, practiced law, and founded a bank. When the general he served under became President of the United States, he chose Alex as his Secretary of the Treasury. Because of this position, those of us who still carry cash can see him on our $10 bills. Alex, that illegitimate orphan who achieved the American dream, who was a signer of the U.S. Constitution, was Alexander Hamilton. And it all started because of a letter to his father.

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.

John Simmons (Jonesboro, LA) – Failure to Register and Notify as a Sex Offender
Krystal M. Melton (Jonesboro, LA) – Possession of Schedule II
Kristan Reed (Hodge, LA) – Possession of Schedule II
Heather S. Urena (Alexandria, LA) – Aggravated Flight, Assault with a Vehicle on a Police Officer, Criminal Damage to Property, Fugitive from Winn Parish
Eric Nash (Jonesboro, LA) – Warrants for Possession of Schedule II x2, Parish Probation Violation
LaDonovan Dill (Jonesboro, LA) – Remaining After Forbidden, Resisting an Officer with Force or Violence, Theft
Shenique N. Johnson (Jonesboro, LA) – Domestic Abuse Battery with Serious Bodily Injury

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

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

21ST MORTGAGE CORPORATION
#38218
KENNETH ALLAN MANNING

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 26TH day of August 2026 between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:
2014 RIVER BIRCH 30X64 MOBILE HOME BEARING SERIAL NUMBERS RB13AL17879A AND RB13AL17879B
Seized as the property of the above-named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all costs; sale to be made for cash WITHOUT benefit of appraisal.

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

August 12, 2026

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

NEWREZ, LLC, ET AL
#38199
STEVEN J. MORRIS, STEVE MORRIS, SUSAN MORRIS

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 2ND day of September, 2026, between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

LOT 38 OF GLENDALE ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF JONESBORO, LOUISIANA, AS PER THE PLAT OF SAME ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE JACKSON PARISH CLERK OF COURT TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING AND COMPONENT PARTS (PROPERTY).

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

BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER

July 22, 2026
August 26, 2026

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

GITSIT SOLUTIONS LLL
#38213
CLARENCE RAY JACKSON

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 16TH day of September 2026 between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF SECTION 19, T15N, RANGE 3 WEST, AND RUN SOUTH 90 FEET, THENCE EAST 157-1/2 FEET, THENCE NORTH 90 FEET, THENCE WEST 157-1/2 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, TOGETHER WITH ALL OF THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING, JACKSON PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS MORE FULLY SHOWN ON SURVEY OF JAMES WOOTEN DATED OCTOBER 12, 2007 (“PROPERTY”)

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

August 5, 2026
September 9, 2026

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

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

Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

PART TIME JOB OFFERING

PART TIME JOB OFFERING

BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

PUBLIC NOTICE

Village of Chatham
Regular Call Meeting Minutes
August 11, 2026

The Village of Chatham held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 6:00 pm.
The meeting was called to order, and roll call was taken, and the following were present: Mayor Gregory Harris, council members Toni Malone, Sue Proffer, and Bernadine James
Motion to approve minutes from regular meeting held on July 14, 2026, was made by Bernadine James and seconded by Toni Malone and approved by all.
Motion to pay monthly bills was made by Toni Malone and seconded by Bernadine James and approved by all.
Motion to adopt Ordinance 2026.01, amended budget for FY 25.26 was made by Toni Malone and seconded by Bernadine James and approved by all. The vote was as follows:
Toni Malone – yay, Sue Proffer – yay, Bernadine James – yay
Motion to introduce Ordinance 2026.02 Budget for FY 26.27 was made by Toni Malone and
seconded by Bernadine James and approved by all. The vote was as follows
Toni Malone- yay, Sue Proffer- yay, Bernadine James- Yay
Motion to contract with USIC to mark all water, sewer, and gas lines for the village was made by Toni Malone and seconded by Bernadine James and approved by all.
Motion to add agenda Item #6, Sue Henderson New Build, was made by Bernadine James and seconded by Toni Malone and approved by all.
Motion for Mayor to finish cut-off list per collection policy was made by Toni Malone and seconded by Bernadine James and approved by all
Motion to update collection policy to allow customers to be able to pay until 4 pm on the 15th day after the 20 th of the month and to cut off on the16th day was made by Toni Malone and seconded by Bernadine James and approved by all.
Motion to approve financial statements was made by Bernadine James and seconded by Toni Malone and approved by all.
Motion to adjourn was made by Sue Proffer and seconded by Bernadine James and approved by all.

Junanita Peel
Aug 28, 1927 — Aug 14, 2026

Mrs. Juanita Peel, age 98, of Jonesboro, LA, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026. Born on August 28, 1927, she lived a full and devoted life, centered on her faith, family, and home.

Juanita was known throughout her family and community for her delicious German chocolate cake, a sweet tradition that brought joy to countless gatherings. As a longtime faithful member of Beech Springs Baptist Church, her faith guided her steps throughout her life.

Juanita was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Winfred Peel; her parents, William and Louise Dick; sister, Sybil Oxford; and brother, Charles Dick.

She leaves behind daughter Donna and son-in-law Mike Ingles; grandsons, Justin Hall, Jake and wife Makaehan Ingles; great-grandsons, Malachi Hall and Colt Ingles.

A graveside service honoring her life was held on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at Beech Springs Cemetery in Quitman, LA, under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Johnny Peel and Danny Peel conducted the service.

Serving as pallbearers were Mike Ingles, Jake Ingles, Malachi Hall, Bo Watson, Donny Horton, and Johnny Horton.

Her hands were always busy, her heart was always open, and her memory will be forever a blessing to those who knew and loved her.

After enjoying the past several months of summer vacation, students will return to classes on Monday, August 17th, at all schools in the Jackson Parish School District: Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary, Jonesboro-Hodge High School, Quitman High School, and Weston High School.

The first day of school is a big step. It is normal for students to feel happy and a little nervous at the same time, as a new school year often brings new friends, new teachers, and a whole new schedule of classes and subjects, and for many, all at a new location.

Tips For A Great First Day

Sleep well: Go to bed early so you have lots of energy.
Get packed: Put your clothes, shoes, and backpack ready the night before.
Eat breakfast: A good meal helps you start the day right.
Relax: If you feel scared, it is okay. Take a deep breath and relax.

School Transportation Safety

Slow Down: Back to School Means Sharing the Road

School days bring congestion: School buses are picking up their passengers, kids on bikes are hurrying to get to school before the bell rings, and harried parents are trying to drop their kids off before work. It’s never more important for drivers to slow down and pay attention than when kids are present – especially before and after school.

If You’re Dropping Off
Schools often have very specific drop-off procedures for the school year. Make sure you know them for the safety of all kids. The following apply to all school zones:
● Don’t double park; it blocks visibility for other children and vehicles
● Don’t load or unload children across the street from the school
● Carpool to reduce the number of vehicles at the school

Sharing the Road with Young Pedestrians
According to research by the National Safety Council, most of the children who lose their lives in bus-related incidents are 4 to 7 years old, and they’re walking. They are hit by the bus or by a motorist illegally passing a stopped bus. A few precautions go a long way toward keeping children safe:
● Don’t block the crosswalk when stopped at a red light or waiting to make a turn, forcing pedestrians to go around you; this could put them in the path of moving traffic
● In a school zone when flashers are blinking, stop and yield to pedestrians crossing the crosswalk or intersection
● Always stop for a school patrol officer or crossing guard holding up a stop sign
● Take extra care to look for children in school zones, near playgrounds and parks, and in all residential areas
● Don’t honk or rev your engine to scare a pedestrian, even if you have the right of way
● Never pass a vehicle stopped for pedestrians
● Always use extreme caution to avoid striking pedestrians wherever they may be, no matter who has the right of way

Sharing the Road with Bicyclists
On most roads, bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as vehicles, but bikes can be hard to see. Children riding bikes create special problems for drivers because usually they are not able to properly determine traffic conditions. The most common cause of collision is a driver turning left in front of a bicyclist.
● When passing a bicyclist, proceed in the same direction slowly, and leave 3 feet between your car and the cyclist
● When turning left and a bicyclist is approaching in the opposite direction, wait for the rider to pass
● If you’re turning right and a bicyclist is approaching from behind on the right, let the rider go through the intersection first, and always use your turn signals
● Watch for bike riders turning in front of you without looking or signaling; children especially have a tendency to do this
● Be extra vigilant in school zones and residential neighborhoods
● Watch for bikes coming from driveways or behind parked cars
● Check side mirrors before opening your door

Sharing the Road with School Buses
If you’re driving behind a bus, allow a greater following distance than if you were driving behind a car. It will give you more time to stop once the yellow lights start flashing. It is illegal in all 50 states to pass a school bus that is stopped to load or unload children.
● Never pass a bus from behind – or from either direction if you’re on an undivided road – if it is stopped to load or unload children
● If the yellow or red lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended, traffic must stop
● The area 10 feet around a school bus is the most dangerous for children; stop far enough back to allow them space to safely enter and exit the bus
● Be alert; children often are unpredictable, and they tend to ignore hazards and take risks

The Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance with identifying a burglary suspect.
Around 4:30 am on Sunday morning, August 9, 2026, a white male in the video forced entry into the Longstraw Baptist Church, located at 1799 Styles Ranch Road in Choudrant, Louisiana, within Jackson Parish.

To view the video of the suspect, click here or visit https://www.facebook.com/reel/1513921603870841. You can also view the video by going to the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office Facebook page

If anyone has any information related to the identity of the person in the video, please contact the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office at 318-259-9021.

On August 5, 2026, at approximately 5:40 a.m., the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of shots fired at a residence on Evers Street in Jonesboro. Responding deputies determined that multiple rounds had been fired, with some striking the residence.

JPSO investigators immediately began working the case. Through surveillance footage from license plate readers and other camera systems operating throughout the area, investigators identified a vehicle believed to be connected to the incident.

Later that same day, deputies located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The occupants were identified as Tommy Jordan Branch, Jessie Pearson, Jamorian Harrell, and Xavier Calahan. During the stop, suspected illegal narcotics were located inside the vehicle, resulting in narcotics-related charges against all four occupants.

Investigators continued working the case throughout the day, reviewing available surveillance footage, conducting interviews, and following information developed during the investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Tommy Jordan Branch, Jamorian Harrell, and Jessie Pearson were arrested for Assault by Drive-By Shooting. A 9mm handgun was recovered from the residence of Tommy Branch.

The investigation remains active, and additional charges may be forthcoming.

No further details are available at this time. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. We do not discuss case specifics in the comments.

If you have information related to this case or any other criminal activity, please contact the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318) 259-9021

The Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Office announces that those who were subject to serve for Jury Duty on Monday, August 17th have been released from their obligation and do not have to appear. The Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Office appreciates and thanks all who were willing to serve but reminds you that, since your obligation is no longer required, if you appear on that date, you will not be compensated.

The Village of Chatham held its regularly scheduled Council meeting on Tuesday, August 11th, with members Toni Malone, Sue Proffer, and Bernadine James in attendance, along with Mayor Gregory Harris.

Following the routine business of approving the minutes of the previous meeting and paying monthly bills, the three-member panel adopted a pair of ordinances: amending the budget for fiscal year 2025-26 (Ordinance 2026.01) and approving the budget for fiscal year 2026-27 (Ordinance 2026.02).

After agreeing to enter into a contract with USIC to mark all water, sewer, and gas lines for the village, the Council approved a new-build request for Sue Henderson and authorized Mayor Harris to complete the utility cutoff list in accordance with the collection policy.

In addition, the existing collection and cutoff policies were updated to allow customers to pay until 4:00 pm on the 15th day after the 20th of the month and, if payment is not made, to cut off services on the 16th day. Approving all financial statements was the final action taken before adjournment.

To view official minutes of the August 11th meeting, go to the Classifieds Section of the Jackson Parish Journal.

In conjunction with the launch of the CARE360 Fall Prevention Program, Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District (JPASD), located at 115 Watts Avenue in Jonesboro, has completed the ZIBRIO Balance Specialist certification, becoming the first EMS Agency in the state of Louisiana to earn this distinction.

The ZIBRIO Balance Scale will be used during in-home fall-risk evaluations, but identifying risk is only the beginning. By combining objective balance assessment with specialized training, JPASD can help individuals understand the risk and develop a more personalized plan focused on balance, strength, mobility, home safety, and fall prevention.

The goal of the JPASD is to turn assessment into ACTION—providing strengthening exercises, recommending appropriate safety tools and resources, addressing hazards in the home, educating individuals and caregivers, and connecting participants with additional resources when needed.

Simply put: find the risk BEFORE the fall happens.

This program was made possible through the JPASD’s partnership with the Living Well Foundation, whose support is helping bring innovative prevention resources directly into the homes of our community.

Interested in setting up an in-home CARE360 Fall Prevention Evaluation for yourself or a loved one? Contact JPASD at (318) 259-2877.

Assess. Strengthen. Prevent. Empower.
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