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.

Heather Mathers (Jonesboro, LA) – Obstruction, Parole Violation
Marcus K. Henry (Jonesboro, LA) – Remaining after Forbidden, Theft
Ja’Sead Green ( Hugo, MN) – Vehicular Negligant Injury x5, Underage Operation while Intoxicated
Brett Thibodeax (Eros, LA) – Possession of Stolen Vehicle, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Ranita Harrell (Jonesboro, LA) – Probation Violation
Ronald T. Sullivan (Quitman, LA) – Aggravated Battery
Garth Sullivan (Quitman, LA) – Simple Criminal Damage to Property
John Newton (Jonesboro, LA) – Administrative Sanction
Quinton Brooks (Jonesboro, LA) -Unauthorized Entry of a Dwelling, Simple Battery
Barrett D. Howard (Ruston, LA) – DWI 3rd Offense, License Plate Light Violation, Open Container, Minor in Possession of Alcohol, Driving Under Suspension for DWI.
Joshua Walker (Jonesboro, LA) – Public Intoxication
Robbie Wells (Jonesboro, LA) – Open Container, Minor in Possession of Alcohol
Ashlynn N. Moore (Jonesboro, LA) – Open Container, Minor in Possession of Alcohol
Joseph Zeigler (Homeless) – Bench Warrant, Resisting an Officer, Threatening of a Public Official
Samuel Grimsley (Jonesboro, LA) – Attempted Simple Burglary Warrant, Possession of Synthetic Marijuana
Xavier Freeman (Eunice, LA) – Taking Contraband into a Penal Institution
Alicia J. Wiggins (Jonesboro, LA) – Execution of Sentence
Jeremy S. Wiggins (Jonesboro, LA) – Failure to Appear for Trial, Simple Battery
Bethani Smith (West Monroe, LA) – EOS Warrant
Jozeph B. Craft (Choudrant, LA) – Outside Agency Warrant
Davis Tatum (Jonesboro, LA) – Simple Battery

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

JOB WANTED

Experienced Caregiver available immediately for the provision of safe and compassionate care of your loved one.
Any shift will be considered.
References are available upon request.
Please call Valarie at 281-788-1946

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Jackson Council on Aging announces they are seeking a Nutrition Site Kitchen Aide. Applications will be accepted at the Jackson Council on Aging office located at 120 Polk Ave, Jonesboro, LA 71251 between the hours of 8:00 am -12:00 pm on Monday – Friday.

Key responsibilities are:
Assist in packing and serving meals, snacks, and beverages.
Clean and sanitize the kitchen area and tables, wash dishes and utensils.
Monitor supplies and make sure they are ordered through the Site Manager daily.
Adhere to standards by following all safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines.

Educational Requirement: Must have a high school diploma

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION

VS 37804

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By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court, Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale for cash at the Jackson Parish Sheriff Office, , Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 29th day of OCTOBER, 2025. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4, SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST, AND RUN NORTH ALONG THE SECTION 570 FEET, THENCE RUN EAST 156 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 570 FEET, THENCE WEST 156 FEET BACK TO THE STARTING POINT, LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JACKSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA (“PROPERTY”)

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

ANDY BROWN, SHERIFF EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER
09-17-25
10-22-25

GARAGE SALE

BUSINESS SERVICES

Dirty South Lawn Care – For all your lawn care, pressure washing, garbage bin sanitation, storm debris cleaning, roof cleaning and much, much, more call (318) 480-1328 or (318) 307 – 6610 for a free quote. Fully Insured. 

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Jackson Council on Aging is currently conducting a membership drive and invites the public citizens of Jackson Parish to join us. The membership drive begins on September 10, 2025, and will end on September 24, 2025. Membership is free and open to any resident of Jackson Parish over the age of 18. To join, please call and request a membership application from the Jackson Council on Aging office at (318)259-8962.

Jackson Council on Aging annual Membership meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 120 Polk Avenue, Jonesboro, LA 71251.
The meeting is to elect and re-elect Board Members and present the annual report to the Membership at 5:30 pm. All members and participants of the Jackson COA are urged to attend.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Jackson Parish Library Board
Building and Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
August 15, 2025

The Jackson Parish Library Building and Finance Committee met on Friday, August 15, 2025, immediately after the 3:00 p.m. Personnel Committee meeting adjourned (3:45 p.m.) at the Jonesboro Branch of the Jackson Parish Library. The meeting was called to order by the Chair, Mrs. Essmeier. Members present: Mrs. Essmeier, Mrs. Standley, and Mrs. Massey. Also present were Floyd Knox, Judy Robertson, Judy Cooper, and Robin Tew. Members absent: None.
There being no public comments, the Committee proceeded with the proposed agenda.
The Library Director discussed with the committee the personnel changes that were recommended by the Personnel Committee and presented a proposed salary schedule.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to recommend approval of the updated pay schedule as presented. Mrs. Massey seconded. Roll call vote: Massey: Yea; Standley: Yea; Essmeier: Nay. Motion carried.
The Director discussed the possibility of adding the Emergency door project for the Jonesboro branch as a project to be done in 2026. The Director will present quotes for the project at the January or April meeting. Mrs. Massey made the motion to add emergency doors and sidewalks to our projects for 2026. Ms. Standley seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
The Director presented amendments to the 2025 budget along with the 2026 budget.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to recommend approval of the 2026 and amended 2025 budget with a few discussed changes. Mrs. Massey seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Massey made the motion to adjourn the meeting. Mrs. Essmeier seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Paula Essmeier, Committee Chair
Mr. Floyd Knox, Secretary

PUBLIC NOTICE

Jackson Parish School  Board Meeting Minutes
September 15, 2025

The Jackson Parish School Board met in a regular scheduled meeting at 11:00 a.m. on September 15, 2025 at Jackson Parish School Board, 315 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, La.
The following were present for roll call: Gerry Mims, Mary Saulters, Paulette Belton, Rick Barlow, Wade McBride, Calvin Waggoner and Dennis Clary.
Absent: None
Rick Barlow gave the Invocation.
Wade McBride led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The meeting was called to order by Gerry Mims.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to approve the minutes from the Regular Scheduled meeting held on August 4, 2025.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve the Pupil Progression Plan for the 2025-2026 school year.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve the 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets.
Mary Saulters reported to the Board on the meeting of the Executive Finance Committee held prior to the Board meeting.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Ric and carried to approve for payment the following bills: General Fund, Federal Program, School Food Service, Sales Tax, Special Education, District Maintenance bills.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment to Outdoor Wilderness Learning Center in the amount of $13,200.00 for Jonesboro Hodge High School, Jonesboro Hodge Middle School and Quitman High School LEAP Connect classes to attend eight (8) weeks of Therapeutic Horseback Riding and Horsemanship classes, to be paid from IDEA funds.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment to CEV Multimedia, LLC in the amount of $15,800.00 for annual licenses for all CTE courses at Jonesboro Hodge High School, Quitman High School and Weston High School, to be paid from Career Development funds.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving the hiring of a contract Speech Therapist (not to exceed 20 hours per week) at a rate of $95.00 per hour and a Facilitator (Sub pay), to be paid out of General Fund.
A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Wade McBride and carried approving payment of $11,839.99 to 3B Outdoor Equipment for the purchase of a Lazer Z S-Series 25.5 HP lawn mower, to be paid from Parish Wide District funds.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment of $39,235.00 to CDW-G for the renewal of GoGuardian Subscription License for one (1) year, to be paid from the Education Excellence Fund (EEF).
Kristi Bass, 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 Dennis Clary, seconded by Mary Saulters and carried accepting low quote of $12,500.00 from Hot2Cold Heating, A/C & Electrical, LLC for materials and labor to install Ruud 7.5 ton Split System HVAC in Boys Gym Locker Room at Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District funds.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried accepting low quote of $12,551.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. for two (2) Fair-Play 1660 Series LED Basketball Scoreboards for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried accepting low quote of $12,924.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. for one (1) Fair-Play BA 7120 Baseball Scoreboard for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.
Rick Barlow reported to the Board on the meeting of the Transportation Committee.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving out of state travel for Quitman High School FFA, Nursery and Landscape CDE team and Marty Cantrell, Advisor to travel to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana from October 27-November 1, 2025. The Jackson Parish School Board will reimburse for expenses according to policy IFCB – Field Trips and Excursions.
Paulette Belton reported to the Board on the meeting of the Policy Committee.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving to revise the following policies:
• JCDAE – Electronic Telecommunication Devices for Students
• IFA – Instructional Materials
• IFBGA – Student Computer Access and Use
• JBD – Student Absences and Excuses
• JCDAF – Bullying and Hazing
• JGCE – Child Abuse
• JDE – Expulsion
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to adjourn at 11:25 a.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Jackson Parish Recreation District

Advertisement to Bidders

Bids will be received at the Jackson Parish Recreation District Office for the following:

One 2020 Ford F-150 Crew-Cab Truck. VIN # 1FTEW1C53LKE09880 Miles 96,763 (Located at JP Recreation Complex) Minimum Bid $20,000

One 2007 Ford F-150 single-cab truck. VIN # 1FTRF12207KC23826 Miles -129,716 (Located at JP Recreation Complex) Minimum Bid $2,500

One 2006 Ford F-250 Single-Cab truck. VIN # 1FTNF20506EB41996 Miles 111,331 (Located at JP Recreation Complex) Minimum Bid $2,000

If you would like to come inspect each item, the location is attached to each product and is open for public inspection—Monday – Friday, 8 am to 4 pm.

The Jackson Parish Recreation District reserves the right to reject ALL Bids.

Sealed bids will be received in the office of the Jackson Parish Recreation District, P.O. Box 315, Jonesboro, Louisiana 71251, by Wednesday, October 8th, 2025 at 11:00 AM, please contact Justin Dodson for more details. All bids will be opened and read aloud. No bids will be accepted after the deadline.

All envelopes must be marked: SEALED BID –Wednesday, October 8th, 2025 (List of what you are bidding on). Bids will be presented for consideration of award or rejection to the Jackson Parish Recreation Board on Wednesday, October 8th, 2025, at 12:00 pm at the Jackson Parish Rec District Meeting Room, 5254 Hwy 4, Jonesboro, Louisiana.

ALL BIDS SHOULD BE IN A SEALED ENVELOPE MARKED JPRD (List items bidding on) 2025.

 

 

 

Veleria Altheimer
August 17, 1932 – September 17, 2025

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm at Travelers Rest Baptist Church in Jonesboro on Sunday, September 21st for Veleria Altheimer who passed away at the age of 93 years old under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Visitation will be held prior for family, friends and well-wishers at 2:00 pm.  

Pamela Brown
May 8, 1965 – September 17, 2025

Pamela Brown was born May 8, 1965. She passed away on September 17, 2025. She was the wife of Wallace Lee Brown, who preceded her in death. Pamela and Wallace shared a marriage for 37 years She was also preceded in death by her parents; brothers Sonny Tubberville and Jerry Tubberville; daughter Julie Brown.
Survivors include her children: Kristy Brown, Lee Brown, Brandon Brown, and Shonda (Rodney) Peebles; grandchildren Brian (Danielle), Courtney (Mark), Rayna (Casey), Sidney, Braxton, Kellen, Brayton, Bailey, Parker, Pierson, Siarah (Johnathan), Trevor (Bri) and Sammie Sue; sisters, Janice Rodgers and Linda Gail Palmer; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Ronnie (Tina), Peggy Moffett, Joyce Greer, Charlie Brown and Jackie Robinson; eleven great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and tons of friends that she loved as family.

Following visitation that was held on Friday, September 19th, Pamela’s Celebration of Life Service took place on Saturday, Septembe 20th at the Jonesboro Assembly of God Church under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home in Jonesboro. 

Onie Shubie Hay 
January 20, 1935 – September 14, 2025

Onie Shubie Hay, affectionately known to family as Shubie, was born in Bienville, Louisiana, to Isaac and Lizzie Hay. His spirit was tempered by the trials of war, serving in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1957 to 1960. Amidst the chaos and turmoil, he found solace on the baseball diamond, playing for the Army Base baseball team-a testament to his unwavering love for the game. In addition to his passion for baseball, he was also a dedicated high school basketball player and an enthusiastic New Orleans Saints supporter.

His greatest joy, however, blossomed in the laughter and cheers of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren as they participated in various sports. The proud “Papaw Hay” even embarked on a pilgrimage to the iconic Field of Dreams in Iowa, witnessing his great-grandsons embrace the legacy of baseball on that hallowed field.

For many years, he dedicated his life to the lumber industry, working as a lumber shipping supervisor, but it was his unwavering faith that defined him. A devoted Christian, he dedicated nearly half a century to preaching the Gospel and pastoring several churches in northern and central Louisiana.

An enthusiastic hunter, fisherman, and farmer, he loved soaking up the beauty of God’s creation. Each year, his hands would lovingly till the soil for his garden, and shared his produce with his family, embodying his giving spirit. In addition to his love for the outdoors, he engaged in woodworking projects, crafting tables for his daughters and granddaughter, along with numerous other wooden creations still cherished today. In every aspect of his life, his passion, dedication, and love shone brightly, leaving a mark on the hearts of all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Christene Hay Parents – Isaac Ellington Hay, Jr. and Lizzie Hay. Brothers – Felix, Curt, Isaac (Buddy) Sisters – Dixie Tyler, Siller Johnson, Gertrude Torres, and In Laws – Claude and Ethel Harper.

Left to cherish his memories is his wife, Dorothy Hay; his daughters – Karen Tolar (Rusty), Cathy Swearengin, Sandra Plunkett; Stepsons – Terry Bartley (Robin), Edward Bartley (Summer); Grandchildren – Nick Tolar (Jennifer), Dusty Tolar (Nikki), Candice Henry, Paula Butler, AJ Swearengin (Evelyn); Jared Bartley, Josh Bartley, Julie Samples (Wyatt), Cheyenne Carpenter (Jake), Emily Bartley, Dakota Bartley (Colton); Great Grandchildren: Cadden Barker (Madison), Davis Tolar (Peyton), Cole Tolar (Mattie), Sean Henry, Garner Tolar, Bryce Tolar, Lily Tolar and Mason Onie Tolar, Eli Land, Landry Duke (Lacey), Gracie Lynn (Brandon), Connor Carpenter, Alivia Lemoine, Ellie Mae Samples, Athena Lemoine; Great, Great Grandchildren: Tadden Barker, Bradden Barker, Ella Kate Duke.
Sisters: Mattie Jordan, Allie Wilson.
Brother: Calvin Hay

A very special thank you to nephew, Wyatt Wilson, who always came at a moment’s notice to help. And numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Following visitation by family, friends and well-wishers on Friday, September 19th, the Funeral service for Onie was held on Saturday, September 20th at McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in Jonesboro under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home.

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The Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Office announces that those who were summoned to appear for Jury Duty on Monday, September 15th, and then instructed to return on Wednesday, September 17th, have been RELEASED from duty and do not have to appear. 

“All matters set for this jury term have been resolved, resulting in there being no need for potential jurors to appear,” said Clerk of Court Laura Culpepper. “We do thank all those who appeared for their willingness to serve.”

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Jonesboro-Hodge High School hopes the “third time is the charm” in regard to the Tigers playing their third game of the 2025 season. Maybe the good luck will come from JHHS playing a second straight home game at Caldwell-Peacock Stadium. Or maybe it will be the memory of the win that JHHS posted against Delhi Charter in the season-opening Bayou Jamb that didn’t count. 

Regardless of the reason, after starting the season 0-2, Jonesboro-Hodge needs a victory this Friday evening when the Tigers host Delhi Charter at Caldwell Peacock Stadium. Kick off is slated for 7:00 pm.

Tickets are available for purchase by going to the HudlFan app and using the QR code associated with JHHS football tickets. If you are not able to attend, you can watch the game by downloading the app and following the instructions. 

You can listen by tuning your radio to 102.3, or click the top link below to download the Roux102 app, or click the bottom link to use the Roux102 website!

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GAME PREVIEW

Jonesboro-Hodge comes into the contest with an 0-2 record after falling to Class 2A Winnfield 26-8 in the season opener and 62-13 to Class 4A West Ouachita last week. Once again the Class A Tigers will “play up” as they will host Class 2A Delhi Charter who enters the contest with a 1-1 record after falling to Cedar Creek 19-14 in the season opener and beating Delhi 21-12 last week. 

KEYS TO VICTORY

1. Execute the offense! Time and again, JHHS has had opportunities to score but just hasn’t executed. Delhi Charter will give the Tigers chances but JHHS must take advantage of the opportunity.

2. Limit Mental Errors! It has killed the Tigers in both games. Players out of position have led to way to many easy scores for opponents.  

3. No quick strikes! The Tigers must not allow the one or two play scores that have been a problem to date. JHHS must make Delhi Charter earn their scores the hard way.

 

 

 

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The Jonesboro-Hodge boys’ gymnasium is set to receive a new HVAC system in the locker room as well as a pair of new scoreboards. The decision was made by the Jackson Parish School Board at their regularly scheduled meeting held on Monday, September 15th. 

Also agreed upon by board members Gerry Mims (President), Mary Saulters, Paulette Belton, Rick Barlow, Wade McBride, Calvin Waggoner, and Dennis Clary was for the JHHS baseball field to receive a new scoreboard as well. 

Details of the improvements are:
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Mary Saulters, and carried, accepting the low quote of $12,500.00 from Hot2Cold Heating, A/C & Electrical, LLC for materials and labor to install a Ruud 7.5 ton Split System HVAC in the Boys Gym Locker Room at Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District funds.

A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow, and carried, accepting the low quote of $12,551.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. for two (2) Fair-Play 1660 Series LED Basketball Scoreboards for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.

A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow, and carried, accepting the low quote of $12,924.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. for one (1) Fair-Play BA 7120 Baseball Scoreboard for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.

Additional business handled included:

A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow, and carried to approve the minutes from the Regular Scheduled meeting held on August 4, 2025.

A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Wade McBride, and carried to approve the Pupil Progression Plan for the 2025-2026 school year.

A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Wade McBride, and carried to approve the 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets.

Mary Saulters reported to the Board on the meeting of the Executive Finance Committee held prior to the Board meeting.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Ric, 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 Paulette Belton seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment to Outdoor Wilderness Learning Center in the amount of $13,200.00 for Jonesboro Hodge High School, Jonesboro Hodge Middle School and Quitman High School LEAP Connect classes to attend eight (8) weeks of Therapeutic Horseback Riding and Horsemanship classes, to be paid from IDEA funds.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment to CEV Multimedia, LLC in the amount of $15,800.00 for annual licenses for all CTE courses at Jonesboro Hodge High School, Quitman High School and Weston High School, to be paid from Career Development funds.

A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary, and carried approving the hiring of a contract Speech Therapist (not to exceed 20 hours per week) at a rate of $95.00 per hour and a Facilitator (Sub pay), to be paid out of the General Fund.

A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Wade McBride, and carried approving payment of $11,839.99 to 3B Outdoor Equipment for the purchase of a Lazer Z S-Series 25.5 HP lawn mower, to be paid from Parish Wide District funds.

A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary, and carried approving payment of $39,235.00 to CDW-G for the renewal of the GoGuardian Subscription License for one (1) year, to be paid from the Education Excellence Fund (EEF).

A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow, and carried approving out-of-state travel for Quitman High School FFA, Nursery and Landscape CDE team and Marty Cantrell, Advisor, to travel to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, from October 27-November 1, 2025. The Jackson Parish School Board will reimburse for expenses according to policy IFCB – Field Trips and Excursions.

A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Rick Barlow, and carried approving to revise the following policies:
• JCDAE – Electronic Telecommunication Devices for Students
• IFA – Instructional Materials
• IFBGA – Student Computer Access and Use
• JBD – Student Absences and Excuses
• JCDAF – Bullying and Hazing
• JGCE – Child Abuse
• JDE – Expulsion

NOTE: On October 4th, the Jackson Parish Sports Hall of Fame will enshrine four new members as the Class of 2025 during their annual Induction Banquet that will be held in the Family Life Center of the First Baptist Church in Jonesboro. Over the next couple of weeks, the Jackson Parish Journal will celebrate their legacy with a special feature on each. Today’s Edition: Larry Hicks

Jonesboro-Hodge was trailing arch-rival Winnfield by ten points midway through the third quarter of the crucial district 3-2A contest. Tiger head coach Wayne Alford called timeout and with his team gathered around, started diagramming on his markerboard the play he wanted his team to run.

The play was referred to as a pin-down screen, where two players moved into position to set a screen for another to come around to the “elbow” which is what the area just to the side of the free throw line is called. A pass would then be made to the player coming off the screen for the shot. 

Back on the court the Tigers inbounded the ball, ran the play and made the basket. It worked so well, Alford called for it to be run again, and again, and again – in fact, ten times in a row, as JHHS clawed back from the deficit on their way to a second straight district championship and a 31-3 overall record, the best winning percentage in the 78 years that Jonesboro-Hodge has competed in LHSAA competition.

The play was one Alford always seemed to call when JHHS needed points. His confidence in the play stemmed from having a “go-to” guy, one of the best marksmen in Tiger history – Larry Hicks.  

“Coach Alford knew my favorite spot to shoot from was the elbow,” recalled Hicks. “He was great at designing plays that put us in the best position to be successful.” 

Despite being short in stature, Hicks, who checked in at 5’6″ tall, was a giant when it came to making crucial baskets, adept at shooting over defenders many inches taller than he was, a skill he gives credit to his father for developing.

“My father (Samuel Hicks) was not that tall either and knowing that I wasn’t going to be tall, worked with me from a very young age to show me how to shoot over taller people.” 

Hicks also gives credit to his ability to shoot well and his playmaking ability to older mentors like Randy Robinson (1979) and Greg Harrell (1981), who took the time to impart their knowledge when they would gather for games played at “Sugarhill”. 

“I always looked up to those guys as they had been very successful,” reflected Hicks. “They were always playing in the backyard games we played at Sugarhill and I knew if I could play with them then I could play with anybody.” 

Now a girls basketball coach at Silver Palms High School in Miami, Fl and coach of an AAU team that has seen roughly 80 girls earn scholarships to play in college over the years, Hicks says it is the lessons he learned in junior high and high school that he uses while instructing his players. 

“I was blessed to have two wonderful coaches in Willie Stringer at Rundell Junior High and Coach Alford,” said Hicks. “Coach Stringer was a great motivator and disciplinarian while Alford was one of the best X and O guys I have ever been around, with a great ability to run offenses that were designed to play to the strength of his players.” 

Hicks also recalls that other things he learned from the two coaches and his playing days experience like the importance of teamwork and never taking anything for granted.

“We had several really good guys on our team like Vince Lewis, Anthony Bradford and Charles Andrews, all who could take over a game at any time, which taught me the important of playing as a team,” said Hicks. “I also learned never to take anything for granted, which was reinforced the hard way in the quarterfinals of the playoffs that we lost when we thought that we had the best team in the state.”

Having earned All-District and All-State accolades during his playing day, Hicks is very appreciative of being included in the Jackson Parish Sport Hall of Fame.

“I consider being acknowledged in this way a great privilege,” said Hicks. “To be in the same circle as all the many great players that came from Jackson Parish is a tremendous honor.” 

There is no doubt that Hicks deserves the honor of being one of the “go to” guys that the Jackson Parish Sports Hall of Fame chose to represent the Class of 2025.

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Local residents have the opportunity to give the gift of life this Wednesday, September 17th, when LifeShare will conduct a blood drive at Quitman High School during school hours.

Every two seconds, someone somewhere needs blood. One in every seven people who enter the hospital will need blood. That person may be you, your loved one, friend, or co-worker. With all the wonderful advances in modern medicine, there still is NO substitute for human blood. The blood that helps patients comes only from caring people who volunteer to help others by donating their life-saving blood.

In the short time it took to read the above paragraph, 11 people needed blood.

Who Can Give?

Anyone at least 16 years of age, weighing at least 110 pounds, and in good health can donate blood.

Sixteen-year-olds must submit a permission form signed by a parent or guardian.

Some people may be temporarily or permanently prevented from donating blood due to certain health conditions. If you have a question about your eligibility to donate blood, contact your local LifeShare office.

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Tournament season for local junior high schools comes to an end this Thursday and Friday when seven area teams descend on Weston High School for the Weston Junior High School Tournament. 

For the host Wolves boys basketball team, it is an opportunity to win their fifth tournament in five attempts and extend their season long winning streak that currently sits at 14 games in a row. The Weston girls, with an 8-3 record, will also hope to keep their current five game winning streak alive while the neighboring Lady Wolverines of Quitman seek to win a fourth straight tournament. Also competing are boys and girls teams from Choudrant, Calvin, Dodson, Claiborne Christian and Castor. 

Weston Junior High School Tournament Schedule 

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Tuesday Tilts

Weston 48 Simsboro 21 (boys) – The vaunted WJH defense limited Simsboro to just 10 points over the first three quarters while Cason Conn scored 13 and Colton Otwell turned in a season high 12 to outscore the home-standing Tigers by themselves. Leighton Younse added 8, Eli Henderson finished with four, Darrell Guinn tallied three, and Bryce Tolar, Elijah McCellan, and Dane Clifton all chipped in with a basket apiece to help lift Weston to their 14th straight victory without a loss. 

TEAM	1	2	3	4	FINAL
Weston (14-0)	13	12	12	11	48
Simsboro	4	4	2	11	21

Quitman 40 Saline 14 (boys) – A staunch defensive effort that forced 34 turnovers in the contest led the Wolverines to limit Saline to just five first-half points, which lifted QJH to their second straight victory and evened their record at 5-5 on the year. Conner May netted 9 points to lead a balanced scoring attack that saw ten Wolverines score. Hayden Seymore and Mason Thomas pitched in with 7 and 6 points, respectively, followed by Cason Rogers with 5 and Aiden Reed with 3 points. Jaxon Brown, Sheppard Norred, Jace Reed, Luke Davis, and Noah Spillman all made a basket each.

TEAM	1	2	3	4	FINAL
Quitman (5-5)	10	9	7	14	40
Saline	2	3	3	6	14

Quitman 41 Saline 28 (girls) Audrina Martin and Ella Simonelli scored 13 points each to pace Quitman to their 10th win of the season. It was a 13-4 QJH advantage after one period that made the difference as Saline played to within four points of the Lady Wolverines over the final three quarters. Bella Caskey scored 8 points and pulled down a team high 10 rebounds while Kynleigh Leach added seven points and a team best 5 assists and 3 steals. 

TEAM	1	2	3	4	FINAL
Quitman (10-2)	13	9	8	11	41
Saline	4	7	10	7	28

Weston 33 Simsboro 22 (girls) A 10-9 first-quarter deficit turned into a 14-10 halftime lead after Weston held homestanding Simsboro scoreless in the second quarter. Rachel Bandy then caught fire in the second half to score 10 of her 13 points in the contest to help pace the Lady Wolves to a 19-12 second-half advantage and a season-best fifth victory in a row. Kate Keiffer also played a big role in the victory, especially in the first half when she scored 9 of her team’s tying high of 13 points as the pair combined to score all but seven of Weston’s points in the contest. Mallory Malone tallied three, and both Don’Nia Spence and Saniyah Saulsberry made a basket each.

TEAM	1	2	3	4	FINAL
Weston (8-3)	9	5	9	10	33
Simsboro	10	0	7	5	22

Monday Games

Weston 53 JHMS 10 (boys) A 24-4 first quarter lead ballooned to a commanding 41-4 lead at the half as Weston cruised to a 13th straight victory without a loss against Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School, which was playing only their second game of the season. A season best 12 Wolves scored in the contest, led by 14 first half points by Eli Henderson. Leighton Younse added 9, while Andrea Spence and Colton Otwell scored 6 each. Cason Conn added 4, and Bryce Tolar, Dane Clifton, Kash Gandy, Darrell Guinn, Zimichael Washington, Quylyn Souggs, and Eli Jones all finished with two points apiece. Kamarion Heard led JHMS with 4 points, while Addarren Amos. Kaden Jackson and Latrell Harris scored 2 points each.

Weston 36 JHMS 12 (girls) The Lady Wolves tied a national record that can never be broken by holding Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School scoreless in the first half. Kate Keiffer scored six points in the first quarter, including a three-pointer on her way to a team high 10 points for Weston while Mallory Malone hit a basket in each of the four quarters to add 8 points. Rachel Bandy scored 7, and Hannah Aldy finished with five. Don’Nia Spence, Evie Delaney and Saniyah Saulsberry all tallied two points each. Jazzena Ellis hit a pair of three pointers and added a basket to score 8 of the Lady Tigers points while Azariah Baker and Aubree Jackson made a basket each. 

The Jackson Parish Library will host a Mini Quilt Show as presented by the Heritage Quilt Guild of Jonesboro on Friday and Saturday (Sept. 19-20) at the Main Branch, located at 614 South Polk Avenue in Jonesboro. 

Enjoy demonstrations on several topics by the talented ladies of the Heritage Quilt Guild, boutique of handmade items and take a chance on winning a pair of gift baskets valued at $75.00 each. 

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Each month, the Jackson Parish Hospital honors a special employee who has gone above and beyond to give outstanding care to patients in need. This month, the administration and staff of JPH are pleased to recognize Evan Sprinfield as the “WOW” Award recipient for September.

A Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department, Evan was nominated by both patients and coworkers for his kind nature, incredible emergency nursing skills, and positive spirit. Always smiling, humble, and ready to help, he’s the kind of team player who lifts everyone up.

Evan is a shining example of what it means to deliver ‘WOW’-level care, helping Jackson Parish Hospital further the mission of providing excellent care to those served. Thank you, Evan, for going above and beyond every day!

North Hodge Assembly of God is pleased to announce that the “Beautiful” Women’s Conference 2025 will take place on Friday and Saturday, September 19-20 in the Church Sanctuary, located at 5254 Quitman Hwy. 

Festivities begin with a powerful and inspirational message being delivered by Evangelist Kathy Wampler at 7:00 pm on Friday, who will speak again at 10:00 am on Saturday, following a breakfast that will take place at 9:00 am. 

Pastor Lance Huckaby also reminds that there will be a Wednesday night service at 6:30 pm, a prayer meeting at 6:00 pm on Thursday, and a Men’s Ministry meeting at 6:30 pm on Thursday.  

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Domestic violence is often seen as a women’s issue, but the truth is that it affects entire communities, including men. While women are disproportionately impacted by domestic violence, men play a critical role in stopping the cycle of abuse.

By becoming allies, men can challenge harmful norms, support survivors, and actively work toward creating a culture that does not tolerate violence in any form
Domestic violence is a pervasive problem that affects people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds.

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), one in three women and one in four men experience intimate partner violence in their lifetimes. The role of men in combating domestic violence is crucial—not only in stopping abuse when they see it but also in preventing it through education and advocacy.

One of the key ways men can help is by challenging outdated and toxic ideas about masculinity that perpetuate violence. Traditional gender roles often emphasize dominance and aggression, leading to environments where abuse is normalized. By promoting healthy masculinity—one that values respect, empathy, and emotional intelligence—men can contribute to breaking these harmful cycles.

Silence allows abuse to continue. Men who witness or suspect domestic violence must speak out, whether by directly addressing the issue, supporting survivors, or encouraging accountability among their peers. Organizations like the White Ribbon Campaign and Men Stopping Violence work to empower men to take a stand against domestic abuse.

Men can also play an important role in supporting survivors. This includes believing and validating victims’ experiences, providing resources, and advocating for policies that protect those affected by domestic violence. Becoming educated on available services, such as shelters and crisis hotlines, ensures that men can direct survivors to the help they need.

Being an ally means taking action. Men can participate in awareness campaigns, volunteer with local domestic violence programs, and educate younger generations about healthy relationships. Schools, workplaces, and community groups can all benefit from proactive discussions led by men who are committed to change.

Ending domestic violence is not just a women’s issue—it is a collective responsibility. By challenging harmful behaviors, supporting survivors, and fostering a culture of respect and equality, men can be powerful allies in the fight against domestic violence. Only through collaborative effort can we hope to build safer communities for everyone.

DART will kick off its annual Men Standing Strong campaign this October, which is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. For more information on this campaign, please contact Andrea Malone at DART, 395-8006.

Andrea Malone, Jackson Parish DART Rural Advocate
208 Hudson Avenue
Jonesboro LA 71251
318-395-8006

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The administration and staff of Forest Haven Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center helped twelve of their residents with birthdays in September celebrate their special day on Tuesday. 

Enjoying another lap around the sun was:

Mary Davis, 86
Janette Hammons, 83
Ronald Lowery, 75
Linda Moffett, 72 
David Neatherland
Bonnie Pepper, 86
Carol Ramsey, 80
Barbara Roberts, 86
Carolyn Robinson, 90 
Helen Roden, 74
Patric Trahan, 73
Anna Underwood, 90

Happy Birthday! 

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Director Kristina Bourgeous reminds that even though club meetings have started in area schools, it is not too late to join the Jackson Parish 4-H. Whether you are looking ot be a new member or a returning one, you can enroll for the 2025-26 school year by visiting v2.4honline.com. 

Enrollment Instructions for New Members
1. Visit v2.4honline.com. 
2. Create a family profile
3. Enter 4-H member information
4. Select a club, projects & complete registration
5. Repeat the process for other household 4-H’ers
6. Pay the $10.00 enrollment fee by card online or by bringing cash/check to the 4-H office located at 182 Industrial Drive in Jonesboro. 

Enrollment Instructions for Previous Members
1. Visit v2.4honline.com. 
2. Log in to the family profile
3. Update and confirm 4-H member information
4. Make necessary changes to the club, projects & complete registration
5. Repeat the process for other household 4-H’ers
6. Pay the $10.00 enrollment fee by card online or by bringing cash/check to the 4-H office located at 182 Industrial Drive in Jonesboro. 

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Peggy Lou Snyder was born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1909. Peggy Lou’s adventures in the entertainment industry began when she was just six weeks old and her parents brought her onstage in a play in which they were performing. Peggy Lou’s father, Roy Hilliard Snyder, was an actor and director at the Princess Theater in Des Moines. Her mother, Hazel, was a musical comedy actress. Roy and Hazel adopted Roy’s middle name, Hilliard, as their professional last name. At three years old, Peggy Lou got her first speaking role in a comedic play called “Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch.” When not in school, Peggy Lou was working on the stage with and, as she got older, without her parents.

In 1930, Peggy Lou and her parents moved to New York City for more acting opportunities. In August of that year, she began a brief and troubled marriage with comedian Roy Sedley. In 1931, Peggy Lou appeared in her first film entitled “Musical Justice,” in which she fittingly played the wife in a divorce hearing. It was her first of many films. In 1932, Oswald, an attorney who decided he enjoyed playing his saxophone and singing with his band more than practicing law, met Peggy Lou when she was the mistress of ceremonies at a New York night club. Soon thereafter, the band leader hired Peggy Lou to share vocal duties in his band. “It was strictly a business arrangement initially,” Peggy Lou later explained, but when her marriage ended, she married the band leader. In the following year, Peggy Lou made her radio debut.

Peggy Lou was a star of every entertainment medium of the era. She was performing on stage, on recordings, and on radio with her husband, and she was also acting in Hollywood films. Her schedule was hectic. In 1936, her schedule grew more hectic when she had her first child, a son named David. Four years later, she had a son named Eric. Peggy Lou struggled to balance her career and family. Something had to give. Between 1931 and 1944, in addition to her other performances, Peggy Lou had appeared in 19 films. Then, Peggy Lou and her husband decided that she would pause her film career, and they would focus more on their family. Before you judge her husband too harshly, it was he who came up with a plan in which the whole family could spend every day working together. Twenty years later, she said, “I’m Lucky. How many actresses get the chance to work with their family every day?” It was a whole new adventure.

You may not remember Peggy Lou for her film career which included roles in Hollywood classics such as “Follow the Fleet” with Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, “Cocoanut Grove” with co-star Fred MacMurray, and “Honeymoon Lodge,” which also featured her husband. You have probably never heard the names Peggy Lou Snyder or Peggy Lou Hilliard, but for 22 years, she entertained millions of people on radio and television as America’s favorite mother. You see, Peggy Lou’s most notable adventures began when she, under her lifelong stage name, created with her husband a radio show which evolved into a television show called “The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.”

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The Dolly Parton Imagination Library and local director, Brittany Treadway, sends an invitation to all youth from birth to the age of five and family members to join in a special “Race For Reading” event on Saturday, September 20th, at the Deacons of Defense Park and Walking Trail in Jonesboro. 

Come from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm and receive a Dolly Golden Book for enrolling and take advantage of free sno-balls, rock painting, and a coloring contest. Also, Race For Reading participants who complete a mile around the walking trail will get an exciting prize. 

Celebrating 30 years,  Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is dedicated to inspiring a love of reading by gifting books free of charge to children from birth to age five, through funding shared by Dolly Parton and local community partners in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the Republic of Ireland.

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What About You?

“In all the work you are given, do the best you can. Work as though you are working for the Lord, not any earthly master (Colossians 3:23 ERV).”

Many work at meaningless 9-5 jobs. Asked why they stick it out, they’re quick to explain.

‘It’s a living.’

That’s sad. They could find fulfillment through natural talents and God given gifts. Some do enjoy what they do, and it brings happiness to others. I knew such a man; his name was Carl Cox. His music was more than a pastime; it was a way of life. Carl died recently at the age of 81, and we were among the attendees at his memorial gathering of family and friends.

The ‘Little Jimmy Dickens’ of West Carroll Parish will not be forgotten.

Carl could have made a living in Nashville; he once had a chance but turned it down. Their loss was a gain for the ArkLaMiss. Carl is remembered for his guitar playing as well as the singing of Country Western classics. That’s not all. He had a way with cherished old hymns at a local cowboy church and once led the music at a biker’s church.

What about you?

You are special, and God has something special for you to do.

“God has made us what we are. In Christ Jesus, God made us new people so that we would spend our lives doing the good things he had already planned for us to do (Ephesians 2:10 ERV).”

 

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

JOB WANTED

Experienced Caregiver available immediately for the provision of safe and compassionate care of your loved one.
Any shift will be considered.
References are available upon request.
Please call Valarie at 281-788-1946

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Jackson Council on Aging announces they are seeking a Nutrition Site Kitchen Aide. Applications will be accepted at the Jackson Council on Aging office located at 120 Polk Ave, Jonesboro, LA 71251 between the hours of 8:00 am -12:00 pm on Monday – Friday.

Key responsibilities are:
Assist in packing and serving meals, snacks, and beverages.
Clean and sanitize the kitchen area and tables, wash dishes and utensils.
Monitor supplies and make sure they are ordered through the Site Manager daily.
Adhere to standards by following all safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines.

Educational Requirement: Must have a high school diploma

SHERIFF’S SALE

PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA

FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION

VS 37804

REGINALD A SAULSBERRY SR A/KIA REGINALD A SAULSBERRY A/KIA REGINALD SAULSBERRY SR A/KIA REGINALD SAULSBERRY & STEPHANIE M SAULSBERRY A/KIA STEPHANIE MICHELLE SAULSBERRY A/KIA STEPHANIE SAULSBERRY A/KIA STEPHANIE MICHELLE LEE A/KIA STEPHANIE M LEE A/K/A STEPHANIE LEE

By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court, Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale for cash at the Jackson Parish Sheriff Office, , Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 29th day of OCTOBER, 2025. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property to wit:

BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4, SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST, AND RUN NORTH ALONG THE SECTION 570 FEET, THENCE RUN EAST 156 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 570 FEET, THENCE WEST 156 FEET BACK TO THE STARTING POINT, LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JACKSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA (“PROPERTY”)

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

ANDY BROWN, SHERIFF EX-OFFICIO, AUCTIONEER
09-17-25
10-22-25

GARAGE SALE

BUSINESS SERVICES

Dirty South Lawn Care – For all your lawn care, pressure washing, garbage bin sanitation, storm debris cleaning, roof cleaning and much, much, more call (318) 480-1328 or (318) 307 – 6610 for a free quote. Fully Insured. 

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Jackson Council on Aging is currently conducting a membership drive and invites the public citizens of Jackson Parish to join us. The membership drive begins on September 10, 2025, and will end on September 24, 2025. Membership is free and open to any resident of Jackson Parish over the age of 18. To join, please call and request a membership application from the Jackson Council on Aging office at (318)259-8962.

Jackson Council on Aging annual Membership meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 120 Polk Avenue, Jonesboro, LA 71251.
The meeting is to elect and re-elect Board Members and present the annual report to the Membership at 5:30 pm. All members and participants of the Jackson COA are urged to attend.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Jackson Parish Library Board
Building and Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
August 15, 2025

The Jackson Parish Library Building and Finance Committee met on Friday, August 15, 2025, immediately after the 3:00 p.m. Personnel Committee meeting adjourned (3:45 p.m.) at the Jonesboro Branch of the Jackson Parish Library. The meeting was called to order by the Chair, Mrs. Essmeier. Members present: Mrs. Essmeier, Mrs. Standley, and Mrs. Massey. Also present were Floyd Knox, Judy Robertson, Judy Cooper, and Robin Tew. Members absent: None.
There being no public comments, the Committee proceeded with the proposed agenda.
The Library Director discussed with the committee the personnel changes that were recommended by the Personnel Committee and presented a proposed salary schedule.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to recommend approval of the updated pay schedule as presented. Mrs. Massey seconded. Roll call vote: Massey: Yea; Standley: Yea; Essmeier: Nay. Motion carried.
The Director discussed the possibility of adding the Emergency door project for the Jonesboro branch as a project to be done in 2026. The Director will present quotes for the project at the January or April meeting. Mrs. Massey made the motion to add emergency doors and sidewalks to our projects for 2026. Ms. Standley seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
The Director presented amendments to the 2025 budget along with the 2026 budget.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to recommend approval of the 2026 and amended 2025 budget with a few discussed changes. Mrs. Massey seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Massey made the motion to adjourn the meeting. Mrs. Essmeier seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Paula Essmeier, Committee Chair
Mr. Floyd Knox, Secretary

PUBLIC NOTICE

Jackson Parish School  Board Meeting Minutes
September 15, 2025

The Jackson Parish School Board met in a regular scheduled meeting at 11:00 a.m. on September 15, 2025 at Jackson Parish School Board, 315 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, La.
The following were present for roll call: Gerry Mims, Mary Saulters, Paulette Belton, Rick Barlow, Wade McBride, Calvin Waggoner and Dennis Clary.
Absent: None
Rick Barlow gave the Invocation.
Wade McBride led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The meeting was called to order by Gerry Mims.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to approve the minutes from the Regular Scheduled meeting held on August 4, 2025.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve the Pupil Progression Plan for the 2025-2026 school year.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve the 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets.
Mary Saulters reported to the Board on the meeting of the Executive Finance Committee held prior to the Board meeting.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Ric and carried to approve for payment the following bills: General Fund, Federal Program, School Food Service, Sales Tax, Special Education, District Maintenance bills.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment to Outdoor Wilderness Learning Center in the amount of $13,200.00 for Jonesboro Hodge High School, Jonesboro Hodge Middle School and Quitman High School LEAP Connect classes to attend eight (8) weeks of Therapeutic Horseback Riding and Horsemanship classes, to be paid from IDEA funds.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment to CEV Multimedia, LLC in the amount of $15,800.00 for annual licenses for all CTE courses at Jonesboro Hodge High School, Quitman High School and Weston High School, to be paid from Career Development funds.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving the hiring of a contract Speech Therapist (not to exceed 20 hours per week) at a rate of $95.00 per hour and a Facilitator (Sub pay), to be paid out of General Fund.
A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Wade McBride and carried approving payment of $11,839.99 to 3B Outdoor Equipment for the purchase of a Lazer Z S-Series 25.5 HP lawn mower, to be paid from Parish Wide District funds.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Dennis Clary and carried approving payment of $39,235.00 to CDW-G for the renewal of GoGuardian Subscription License for one (1) year, to be paid from the Education Excellence Fund (EEF).
Kristi Bass, 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 Dennis Clary, seconded by Mary Saulters and carried accepting low quote of $12,500.00 from Hot2Cold Heating, A/C & Electrical, LLC for materials and labor to install Ruud 7.5 ton Split System HVAC in Boys Gym Locker Room at Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid from Jonesboro Hodge District funds.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried accepting low quote of $12,551.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. for two (2) Fair-Play 1660 Series LED Basketball Scoreboards for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried accepting low quote of $12,924.00 from Rainey Electronics, Inc. for one (1) Fair-Play BA 7120 Baseball Scoreboard for Jonesboro Hodge High School, to be paid by Jonesboro State Bank.
Rick Barlow reported to the Board on the meeting of the Transportation Committee.
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving out of state travel for Quitman High School FFA, Nursery and Landscape CDE team and Marty Cantrell, Advisor to travel to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana from October 27-November 1, 2025. The Jackson Parish School Board will reimburse for expenses according to policy IFCB – Field Trips and Excursions.
Paulette Belton reported to the Board on the meeting of the Policy Committee.
A motion was made by Dennis Clary, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving to revise the following policies:
• JCDAE – Electronic Telecommunication Devices for Students
• IFA – Instructional Materials
• IFBGA – Student Computer Access and Use
• JBD – Student Absences and Excuses
• JCDAF – Bullying and Hazing
• JGCE – Child Abuse
• JDE – Expulsion
A motion was made by Mary Saulters, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to adjourn at 11:25 a.m..

Richard Lavelle Pool
April 3, 1945 – September 14, 2025

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Richard Lavelle Pool, age 80, of Eros, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Richard was a simple man who found joy in life’s everyday blessings. He loved mowing grass, hunting, and fishing, and was well known for making the best pork sausage. A generous soul, he shared firewood and vegetables from his garden with much of Jackson Parish. Richard also loved to sing a cappella at church and cherished the companionship of his beloved dog, “Pork Chop.”

Richard is survived by his wife of 57 years, Charlotte (Taylor) Pool; children, Stephanie Hunt (Mike), Henry “Bo” Pool (Lisa), Danielle Roark and Brandy Pool; bonus daughter, Donna Ferguson (James); grandchildren, Justin Roark, Taylor Chestnut (Chance), Camden Mire, Jace Sheldon, Meagan Burnaman (Brad) and Hayden Mire; 2 great-grandchildren and one on the way, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, O.W. Pool; mother, Letha Vivian (Thompson) Pool; and numerous brothers and sisters.

A graveside service was held on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Salem Cemetery in Eros, Louisiana. Burial followed under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home of Jonesboro, Louisiana. A celebration of life took place at Caney Lake Baptist Church near Weston, Louisiana, immediately following the graveside service.

Serving as pallbearers were Justin Pool, Camden Mire, Chance Chestnut, Justin Roark, James Ferguson, and Chris Parker. Honorary pallbearers was Lavelle “Bo” Pool and Cayle Guillory.

Paul E. Gresham
February 16, 1937 – September 13, 2025

Funeral services for Paul E. Gresham, age 88 of Quitman, LA, was held on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Sweetwater Baptist Church with Bro. Stuart Toms and Dr. Wilton Wall officiating. Interment followed in Sweetwater Baptist Church Cemetery in Quitman, LA, under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston, LA.

Paul, known as Bobby, Red, and his favorite, Poppy, to his family and friends, was born February 16, 1937, in Quitman, LA, and passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025, at his home in Quitman, LA. Paul accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior in 1957 at Sweetwater Baptist Church, where he was ordained as a deacon in 1968 and served faithfully until his health prevented him from doing so. He retired after 39 years of working at Smurfit Stone in Hodge, LA. After his retirement, Paul was able to fully devote his time to his love for cattle ranching (he never met a cow he did not like), vegetable gardening, and raising the most beautiful roses. Paul loved to have family and friends come and fish his catfish pond, and he loved to share with others what God had blessed him with.

Paul was preceded in death by his first wife, Yvonne Alexander Gresham; parents, Arch Gresham and Mary (May) Gresham Diffey; brothers, J.D. Gresham and Joseph Edward Gresham; sisters, Bessie Gresham and Shirley Gresham; and his niece, Janie Coats.

Paul is survived by his wife of 27 years, CoyNell; daughters: Renee and husband Gilbert Pickens, Pamela and husband Tim Buckelew, Paula and husband Rodney Thomas, Melanie and husband Wesley Crawford, and Crystal and husband Stacy Stewart; grandchildren: Emily and husband Steve Gatlin, Suzanna and husband Shane Burris, Morgan and husband Daniel Dison, Tanner Buckelew, Jason Brown and wife Melissa, Carrie Brown, Nicholas Brown and wife Kele, Kandi Crawford, Ashley and husband Cole Britt, Lydia Crawford, Haley Stewart, Emma Stewart, and Lindsay Stewart; great-grandchildren: Ellie Burris, Mollie Burris, Hadley Gatlin, Brooks Dison, Evangeline Dison, Bodie Dison, Henley Buckelew, Granger Brown, and Beckham Brown; sister, Charlotte Geter; nephew, Keith Geter; niece, Judy and husband Jerry Miller; and a host of friends.

Serving as pallbearers were Jason Brown, Nicholas Brown, Tanner Buckelew, Steve Gatlin, Shane Burris, and Daniel Dison. Honorary pallbearers are the Deacons of Sweetwater Baptist Church.

The Jackson Parish Hospital is thrilled to announce that a monumental moment in the facility’s history has taken place with the completion of Phase One of the emergency room upgrade project and the opening of the new Emergency Department.

After months of construction, CEO John Morgan received official approval to open the new ER Department from the Louisiana Department of Health on September 9th, marking the start of a new chapter in advancing emergency care. 

“This is more than an opening; it’s a celebration of progress, teamwork, and the unwavering commitment to the people we serve. We look forward to beginning this exciting new chapter and continuing to provide exceptional care to you, your loved ones, and our entire community.” – CEO John Morgan

Visitor Entry & Exit Information:
Both the ER Entrance and Exit are located on Beech Springs Road.
A banner with arrows will guide vehicles to the ER entrance, and the exit is marked with roadside signage.
The drop-off area is designed for one-way traffic flow from the entrance to the parking lot and/or exit.
The former Watts Street entrance will be closed and blocked off to allow Phase 2 of construction to begin.

Jackson Parish Emergency Department Photos

 

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The Jackson Parish Clerk of Court Office reminds those who received a Petit Jury Duty summons for Monday, September 15th, MUST APPEAR. You are instructed to report by 9:30 am to the second floor of the Jackson Parish Courthouse unless you have previously contacted court officials and received permission to be excused. 

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A brand new scoreboard, compliments of Jonesboro State Bank / Pledge 10, was in place at Caldwell-Peacock Stadium for the Jonesboro-Hodge Tigers home opener of the 2025 football season. 

The good news is that everything worked fine. The bad news was that it was visiting West Ouachita that lit it up in historic fashion as the Tigers fell by a 62-13 margin to drop to 0-2 on the season while West Ouachita improved to 1-1 for the year.

The point total scored by the visiting Class 4A team represents the fifth-most points that the Tigers have given up in their history and the most points that West Ouachita has ever scored. 

It was the first three minutes of each half that were eerily comparable which was the difference. West Ouachita opened the scoring by running for a 53-yard score on their second play from scrimmage. On the ensuing kickoff the Tigers fumbled and West Ouachita scooped it up for a 40 yard score. Then West Ouachita forced JHHS to punt, and the Chiefs scored again in three plays to go up 20-0. 

JHHS managed to make the game 28-7 at the start of the second quarter when King Campbell found JaMarlon Johnson for a touchdown pass and then as time ran out in the half hit Victor Johnson for a 25 yard score to make it 35-13 at the half. 

The second half began much like the first as West Ouachita rambled 52 yards for a score on their second play from scrimmage and then forced a fumble on the ensuing kickoff that resulted in another quick score after a short five play drive. After a Tiger punt the Chiefs scored again in one play on their first pass of the game putting JH in a 55-13 hole. 

Despite the lopsided loss, JHHS head coach Terrance Blankenship remained optimistic about the Tigers’ fortunes the rest of the way.

“Give credit to West Ouachita and Coach Mike Rainwater on what they are doing,” said Blankenship. “They really took it to us but we were our own worst enemy. I still believe that if we can get focused and shore up the missing assignments and quit making critical mental errors, we can be a good team. We are going to get back to work on Monday and get ready for next week.” 

The Tigers host Delhi Charter on Friday, September 13th, looking to regain their confidence against the team they beat in the season-opening Bayou Jamb. Kick off is set for 7:00 pm.

Tiger fans can purchase tickets to the contest by downloading the HudlFan App or for those not able to make it to the game, can stream the game at the same location. You can also listen to the game broadcast on radio at TheRoux102, found at 102.3 FM on your radio dial or by downloading the Roux102 App.

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TEAM	1	2	3	4	FINAL
Jonesboro-Hodge (0-2)	0	13	0	0	13
West Ouachita (1-1)	28	7	20	7	62