District Attorney Billy Joe Harrington announced that multiple defendants entered guilty pleas in Division A of the 10th Judicial District Court under Judge Desiree Dyess.

Charles Anthony McCray, 31, of Natchitoches, pleaded guilty to possession of Schedule II with intent to distribute methamphetamine. He was sentenced to 16 years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Jacoby Tramain Helaire, 45, of Natchitoches, pleaded guilty to possession of Schedule II with intent to distribute methamphetamine. He was sentenced to 15 years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Victor Taylor, 28, of Natchitoches, pleaded guilty to aggravated battery. He was sentenced to nine years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Patrick Shon Duncan, 55, of Mansfield, pleaded guilty to simple burglary. He was sentenced to eight and a half years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Samantha Holden, 38, of Natchitoches, pleaded guilty to aggravated flight from an officer. She was sentenced to seven years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Bobby Jefferson, 59, of Natchitoches, pleaded guilty to failure to register as a sex offender and driving while intoxicated, third offense. He was sentenced to eight years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Cody Foster, 40, of Natchitoches, pleaded guilty to failure to register as a sex offender, first offense. He was sentenced to four years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Deputies with the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office recovered a stolen vehicle on April 7 along Interstate 49 near Montrose.

According to authorities, deputies located the abandoned vehicle at approximately 3:34 p.m. on I-49 northbound near mile marker 121 after receiving information from Louisiana State Police Troop E.

The vehicle, identified as a 2015 Kia Optima, had been reported stolen on Feb. 4, 2026, to the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Police Department.

NPSO communications operators confirmed the vehicle’s stolen status, and it was subsequently towed to the Natchitoches Detention Center for further processing by detectives.

Deputy C. Matheny and Deputy Sgt. K. Padilla assisted in the recovery.

A Natchitoches man was arrested Monday afternoon following a vehicle pursuit and brief foot chase in Robeline, according to the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff Stuart Wright said deputies were dispatched around 2:22 p.m. on April 6 to a reported disturbance involving a male and female in the 8900 block of Texas Street.

While en route, deputies were advised that the male suspect had fled the scene in a 2015 black Nissan Altima. Deputies later located the vehicle and attempted a traffic stop on La. Highway 6 east of Robeline, but the driver refused to stop and continued at a high rate of speed, reportedly passing vehicles in no-passing zones.

The pursuit continued eastbound toward the La. Highway 6 and Interstate 49 area before the driver pulled into a nearby business. Additional assistance was provided by the Natchitoches Police Department.

Authorities said the driver, identified as 19-year-old Keron Jackson of Natchitoches, exited the vehicle and refused repeated commands before fleeing on foot toward a nearby vacant restaurant. A deputy pursued Jackson, who eventually fell into a ditch where he was taken into custody.

Jackson complained of dizziness and nausea following his arrest, prompting a response from emergency medical personnel. He was evaluated at the scene and released without needing transport.

He was booked into the LaSalle Corrections/Natchitoches Detention Center and charged with aggravated flight from an officer and resisting an officer.

Officials said the female involved in the initial disturbance was interviewed by the Robeline Police Department and declined to pursue charges. She was not injured and did not require medical treatment.

Deputy J. Brown made the arrest with assistance from multiple deputies and investigators.

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Two young women from the Natchitoches and Cane River areas have been named to the Royal Court for the 77th Cotillion, an annual tradition in the Ark-La-Tex region.

The Cotillion Club announced that Sophia Sutton Hogg will serve as Duchess of Cane River, while Anne Michelle Long has been selected as Duchess of Natchitoches.

Hogg, a student at Louisiana State University, is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. John Edward Hogg. Long, who attends the University of Louisiana at Monroe, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Dale Long Jr.

Their selection continues a long-standing tradition of including representatives from across the region in one of Shreveport’s most prominent social events.

The 2026 Cotillion, themed “Celestial Celebration,” is scheduled for Friday, April 17, at Shreveport Municipal Auditorium. Organizers said the event will draw inspiration from celestial imagery, including constellations and sunbursts, reflecting centuries of fascination with the night sky.

The evening will include the formal presentation of the Royal Court, followed by a banquet and dancing. Music will be provided by the Chad Causey Orchestra and the Jordan Kahn Orchestra.

Additional members of the 2026 Royal Court include Rex LXXVII William Attwell Hancock, Regina LXXVII Ashton Marianne Farr, Prince Akin Stander Olsan Jr., and Princess Julia Claire Hancock.

Founded in 1949, the Cotillion Club was established to promote interest in the Shreveport area and has remained a longstanding tradition inspired by New Orleans Mardi Gras krewes. The event continues to draw participation from families across the region while contributing to the local economy.

Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Revue, a New Orleans group that is no stranger to our area, having performed at the NSU Folklife Festival several times over the years, were the headliners at “Picnic in the Park” held on April 7 at City Park.

The free event was a fun family night out and featured the concert as well as children’s games, free hotdogs courtesy of the Natchitoches Parish Library and everything from coloring to Yoga courtesy of members of the Natchitoches Parish Early Childhood Development Network.

“Picnic in the Park” was jointly sponsored by the Natchitoches Public Library, the Natchitoches Parish Early Childhood Network and the Louisiana Folklife Center at NSU. It is the first of a series of free concerts leading up the NSU Folklife Festival, an area favorite for over 30 years.

The Natchitoches Community Improvement Foundation will hold a quarterly meeting on Tuesday, April 14 at 6 pm at Legacy Cafe, located at 441 North Street in Natchitoches. 

Both Natchitoches Central basketball teams had outstanding seasons and that earned top NCHS players attention on the Class 5A All-State teams announced by the Louisiana Sports Writers Association.

Chiefs standouts Jadell Demery and Harold Remo were on the All-State boys roster while Annalise Newton represented the Lady Chiefs on the girls squad. All three are seniors. Both NCHS teams reached the state quarterfinals.

Demery, the District 1-5A MVP for the league champion Chiefs, averaged 16.7 points. The 6-4 forward was a second-team All-State selection.

Remo was honorable mention, as was Newton on the girls All-State team.

Kyndall Graham of girls 1-5A champion Huntington made the All-State first team. Other 1-5A players joining Newton on the honorable mention list were Skylar Branch of Haughton, Shiloh Brokenberry from Captain Shreve and Kaylie Dupree of Huntington.

On the boys All-State honorable mention, the only 1-5A player included along with Remo was Kevin White of Airline.

First-team all-district players are eligible for consideration for All-State honors. Twelve LSWA members who cover high school sports select the all-state teams. Former Natchitoches Times sports editor LaMar Gafford is on the LSWA All-State Committee.

The Northwestern State tennis team celebrated Senior Day in style Wednesday afternoon, defeating Lamar 5–2 at the Jack Fisher Tennis Complex.

The Lady Demons (11-7 overall, 7-2 in the Southland Conference) honored seniors Zoi Spyrou, Lolita Hukasian and Sofi Garcia prior to the match, then followed with a strong performance across the lineup to secure the conference victory.

“It was a very special day for us, honoring our seniors,” head coach Marcos Morelli said. “I thought the team did a really good job bouncing back from Monday.”

Smarting from a 4-3 upset loss at home Monday to Incarnate Word, the Lady Demons set the tone early in doubles play and rolled to a match win quickly in singles over Lamar (9-10, 2-7).

Martina Acebedo Bonocore and Athina Grigoriadou opened with a 6-2 win at the No. 3 position. Honoka Umeda and Garcia followed with a 6-4 victory at No. 1 to clinch the doubles point.

Pika Doberlet and Hukasian completed the sweep at No. 2, in a 7-6(4) tiebreak as the Lady Demons carried a 1-0 lead heading into singles.

“Doubles was a big focus for us coming in, especially starting with the right energy,” Morelli said. “We’re improving, but there’s still room for growth as we prepare for the conference tournament.”

NSU carried that momentum into singles play.

Umeda delivered a dominant 6-0, 6-1 romp at No. 1 to extend the lead. Garcia followed with a flawless 6-0, 6-0 victory at No. 4, boosting Northwestern ahead 3-0.

Acebedo added the clinching point with a commanding 6-0, 6-2 win No. 3, giving the Demons the match-clinching victory at home.

“Our seniors have done such a great job as leaders,” Morelli said. “Naturally, the rest of the team wants to compete for them, for each other, and for the program. It made today a very special day for everyone.”

NSU sits second in the Southland Conference standings and turns its attention to the conference tournament, set to begin April 19 in Beaumont, Texas, hosted by Lamar.

Wednesday night’s non-conference matchup with Southern gave the Northwestern State baseball team a chance to respond.

The Demons did so in workmanlike fashion, grinding out a 9-3 victory against the visiting Jaguars at Brown-Stroud Field, bouncing back from Tuesday’s 7-0 loss to Louisiana Tech.

“This is one of those games where you have to celebrate the good that can come out of it, and the good news is we responded from (Tuesday) night,” third-year head coach Chris Bertrand said. “We did have a bounce back. We did create some pressure and traffic. We did – at the end of the day – find a way to get back in the win column and get some things back over to our side that we can use this weekend, but we are well aware that we need to be better with runners in scoring position and be more efficient on the mound.”

Northwestern (22-11) rebounded from its first home shutout loss of the season by scoring in each of the first seven innings, but the Demons never scored more than two runs in one inning.

That came despite nine pitchers from Southern (11-20) issuing nine walks and hitting another five Demon hitters.

Both teams created traffic throughout traffic throughout the game with both continuously looking for a key hit. The teams combined to hit 5-for-32 with runners in scoring position.

Northwestern took advantage of the early wildness of Southern starter Jeremiah Eneix (0-4) to hang four runs on the left-hander in one-plus innings. Eneix issued three walks and gave up four hits while facing nine batters.

“It’s always hard, especially after two midweek games,” said second baseman Brooks Leonard, who went 1-for-2 with a pair of RBIs atop the lineup. “Bodies are tired. We’re just competing, and we have to stay focused mentally. That’s the biggest thing coach Bert said was mental focus. We had some quality at-bats at times, and at times, we didn’t, but at the end of the day, we came out with the win.”

Those early runs were enough for Caden Fiveash (3-0) and three Demon relievers.

Making his first career start, Fiveash worked a career-long four innings, dancing around trouble to limit the Jaguars to one run.

Connor Wilson followed with a scoreless fifth and Noah Spears, making his first appearance since Feb. 24, allowed a run in the sixth before stranding the bases loaded.

“Some of those guys, it was their first time out there in a while,” Bertrand said. “They need that opportunity, and I’m proud in the way they did compete, but there’s way we can be more efficient by having a little more intent and competitiveness with the pitch execution so we don’t put ourselves in such laborious positions.”

Offensively, the Demons spread out the production among their seven hits. Zach White (2-for-4) and Bryce Johnson (2-for-5) had the only multi-hit games, driving in a run each while Leonard and Ethan Menard each had a pair of RBIs.

When the Jaguars did strike for runs – doing so in the third, sixth and seventh innings – the Demons had an answer for the first two before freshman left-hander Kade Bryant closed out the win with three innings of one-run ball to capture his first career save.

Like Spears, Bryant was making his first appearance in more than a month, having last pitched March 3 against Grambling when he struck out two in a scoreless inning of his Demon debut.

Wednesday night, Bryant recorded five of his nine outs via strikeout while issuing only one walk.

“During that time, I just kept grinding,” Bryant said. “We got out here each and every day, bullpens, throwing and taking everything seriously until I got another opportunity. I was confident in myself. Mentally, I felt like I could compete and win the ball game.”

The Demons return to action Friday when they host Houston Christian in the opener of a three-game Southland Conference series. First pitch is set for 6:30 p.m.

The Northwestern State University Choirs will present their spring combined choir concert featuring Lyrica, Orpheus and the NSU Chamber Choir on Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. The concert is free and will be live streamed at http://www.nsu.la/CAPA-LIVE

Lyrica and Orpheus will be under the direction of Associate Director of Choral Activities Adam Philley and the Chamber Choir will be under the direction of Director of Choral Activities Dr. Shane Thomas. The ensembles are accompanied by Dan Ley and graduate student Steven Mendoza.
Lyrica will give regional premieres of five selections as a part of the 2025 Treble Choir Commission Consortium of the American Choral Directors Association. Orpheus will be performing selections surrounding a theme of Blessings and will feature student conductor Josue Bustillo Aguero.

The Chamber Choir will be performing selections surrounding a theme of Heaven on Earth and will feature Robert Cruz on organ and graduate student conductor Kat Wilkinson.

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office (NPSO) Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) continues its proactive efforts in combating illegal drug activity throughout the parish. Between February 1, 2026, and April 1, 2026, DEU agents conducted numerous investigations resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of illegal narcotics, firearms, and related contraband.

Seized Evidence Totals:
Methamphetamine: 11 ounces
Marijuana: 5.2 ounces
Hydrocodone: 48 dosage units
Ecstasy (MDMA): 16 tablets
Cocaine: 2 grams
Xanax (Alprazolam): 10 dosage units
Promethazine: 16 ounces
Suboxone: 3 strips
Firearms: 4 recovered

Arrests:
Lamar Pittman – Charged with violations of LA RS 14:95.1, 40:966.C.2, 32:79
500 block of Sibley Street, Natchitoches

Curtis Moody – Warrants (2 counts)
300 block of Johnson Loop, Natchez

Kathryn Messenger – Charged with violation of LA RS 40:968.C and warrants (3 counts)
800 block of King Hill Road, Robeline

Katrina Jackson – Charged with violation of LA RS 14:67
400 block of Lakeview Drive, Natchitoches

Charles St. Martin – Charged with violations of LA RS 40:967.C, 40:966.C.2
45000 block of Hwy 429, St. Amant

Kevin Oxley – Charged with violations of LA RS 40:967.C (2 counts), 40:966.C.2, 40:1023.C, 32:415, 32:304.C
1300 block of Friendship Road, Robeline

Lewis Stephens – Warrant (1 count)
200 block of Wilkerson Road, Natchitoches

Aunkeylius Curry – Warrants (3 counts)
100 block of Johnson Loop, Natchez

Joseph Dedon – Warrant (1 count)
100 block of Vienna Parkway, Natchitoches

Jessie Williams – Warrants (2 counts)
400 block of Robbins Road, Natchitoches

Treston Carter – Warrant (1 count)
1200 block of Welch Street, Natchitoches

Gary Tatterson – Charged with violations of LA RS 14:108.1, 40:966.C, 40:966.C.2 and warrant
500 block of Dubois Road, Lena

Jason Poche – Charged with violations of LA RS 40:967.C, 40:982, 40:1023.C, 40:1785, 14:95.E, 14:95.1
1700 block of Hwy 493, Natchez

Brian Lynch – Warrant (1 count)
100 block of Stellie Lynch Road, Natchitoches

Jason Lofton – Charged with violations of LA RS 40:967.A, 40:966.A, 40:969.A, 40:982, 40:1060.13, 40:1023.C, 40:966.D, 14:130.1
700 block of Allen Beulah Road, Robeline

Kenneth Johnson – Charged with violation of LA RS 40:967.A
100 block of Kingston Drive, Natchitoches

Ronald Bell – Warrant (1 count)
100 block of Keith Drive, Natchitoches

Gregory Tyler – Warrants (2 counts)
400 block of Rowena Street, Natchitoches

Deshuwn Braggs – Charged with violations of LA RS 40:981.3, 40:966.C
1500 block of Salter Street, Natchitoches

Braxten Breshers – Charged with violations of LA RS 14:95.2, 14:91.8
100 block of Ira Messick Road, Coushatta

Calvin Holly – Warrant (1 count)
300 block of Lakeview Drive, Natchitoches

Charles Browder – Warrant (1 count)
200 block of Juzan Street, Campti

Demarcus Williams – Charged with violations of LA RS 40:969.C, 14:108
100 block of Adkins Street, Campti

Calvin Mitchell – Warrant (1 count)
600 block of Rowena Street, Natchitoches

Tyland Braden – Charged with violations of LA RS 14:108.2, 14:95.1, 14:95.E, 40:1382, 40:982, 40:966.C, 40:1023.C
300 block of Brickyard Road, Natchitoches

Twuan Davis – Charged with violations of LA RS 15:542.1.4 (3 counts), 14:91.5
100 block of Eight Mile Loop, Natchitoches

Pennie Perkins – Charged with violation of LA RS 40:1023.C
100 block of Welch Road, Montgomery

Earl Matthews – Charged with violations of LA RS 40:968.C, 32:300
Oakland Drive, Natchitoches

These arrests and seizures demonstrate the continued commitment of the NPSO Drug Enforcement Unit to aggressively target illegal narcotics activity and those who contribute to its distribution within our communities. The success of these operations is made possible through strong partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies.

District Attorney Billy Joe Harrington announced that multiple defendants entered guilty pleas in Division B of the 10th Judicial District Court, Judge Lala Sylvester:

Roger Norris, 42, of Campti, pleaded guilty to Possession of Schedule II with Intent to Distribute (methamphetamine). Norris was sentenced to 10 years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Leandrew Holden, 33, of Alexandria, pleaded guilty to Simple Burglary. Holden was sentenced to 8 years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Dakoda Wade Brigmon, 26, of Robeline, pleaded guilty to Illegal Possession of Stolen Things. Brigmon was sentenced to 5 years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Dajohn Hymes, 32, of Coushatta, pleaded guilty to Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and Domestic Abuse Battery. Hymes was sentenced to 10 years of incarceration for the firearm charge and 6 months of incarceration for the domestic abuse battery charge, with both sentences to run consecutively for a total of 10 years and 6 months.

Brandon Toussaint, 33, of Natchitoches, pleaded guilty to Domestic Abuse Battery by Strangulation, Intimidating a Witness, and Violation of a Protective Order. Toussaint was sentenced to a total of 8½ years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections, representing consecutive sentences across all charges.

Jack Daniels Nobles, 50, of Natchitoches, pleaded guilty to Violation of a Protective Order (Second Offense). Nobles was sentenced to 8 years of incarceration in the Department of Corrections.

Progress continues at the Robeline Ball Park as another improvement has been completed, highlighting ongoing community-driven efforts to enhance local facilities.

A new digital scoreboard has been installed at the ball park, marking another item checked off the project’s to-do list. The addition is part of a series of upgrades that have steadily improved the space. All work on the project has been funded through grants, with labor provided entirely by volunteers.

In addition to the ball park developments, the Los Adais Foundation is continuing its work to preserve local history. The organization will hold its regular monthly meeting Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Old Robeline Methodist Church. Community members are encouraged to attend and take part in preservation efforts.

The foundation has also launched a website, losadaisfoundation.org, where residents can learn more about its mission and ongoing projects. The site includes a donation portal through Zeffy to support restoration efforts.

At present, the foundation’s most urgent need is roof repairs to prevent further water damage to the historic structure. Like the ball park project, the preservation work is being carried out entirely by volunteers committed to protecting Robeline’s history.

A mix of sunshine and clouds will carry Natchitoches Parish through the remainder of the week, with temperatures steadily warming and a slight chance of rain returning early next week.

Wednesday will start off mostly cloudy before clearing later in the day, with highs reaching the lower 80s and light southeast winds around 5 mph. Clear skies are expected Wednesday night, with lows settling in the mid-50s.

Thursday will bring mostly sunny conditions and highs again in the lower 80s, followed by partly cloudy skies Thursday night with lows in the upper 50s.

Partly cloudy weather will continue Friday, with highs in the lower 80s and overnight lows around 60 degrees. Temperatures will climb into the mid-80s by Saturday under partly cloudy skies, with lows in the lower 60s Saturday night.

Cloud cover increases on Sunday with highs in the mid-80s, and mostly cloudy conditions are expected to continue into early next week.

By Monday and Tuesday, there will be a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms, with rain chances around 20 percent both days. Highs will remain in the mid to upper 80s, while overnight lows hold in the upper 60s.

Overall, the forecast points to a warming trend with generally mild conditions, though a few isolated showers could develop as the new week begins.

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office is partnering with Walgreens of Natchitoches to host a Drug Enforcement Administration National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event on Saturday, April 25, 2026.

The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon in the parking lot of Walgreens, located at 300 Keyser Avenue, and is part of a nationwide initiative aimed at providing a safe and convenient way for residents to dispose of unused, unwanted or expired medications.

Officials say the program is designed to help prevent prescription drug misuse and abuse, reduce the risk of accidental poisoning or overdose, and limit improper disposal that can harm the environment.

Residents are encouraged to clean out their medicine cabinets and bring unneeded medications for safe and anonymous disposal. Accepted items include unused or expired prescription medications, over-the-counter medications and medications in pill or capsule form.

Items such as needles or sharps, illegal drugs, thermometers, aerosol cans, inhalers, mercury-containing items and chemotherapy or radioactive substances will not be accepted. Liquid medications may be accepted if they remain sealed in their original containers.

The service is free and anonymous, and no appointment is required. Participants can drive up and drop off medications, with the option to remove or black out personal information on prescription labels beforehand.

Members of the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit will be on site to assist and answer questions.

Sheriff Stuart Wright encouraged residents to participate, noting that unused medications stored in homes can pose a risk if they are misused, stolen or accidentally ingested.

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office and Walgreens of Natchitoches are inviting all residents to take part in the event as part of an effort to improve community safety.

Northwestern State University announced today that it has earned the Military Friendly® Schools Designation recognized as a Military Friendly School and a Military Friendly Spouse School.

Institutions earning the Military Friendly Schools® designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. Over 3,200 companies participated in the Military Friendly® survey. Methodology, criteria and weightings were determined by Military Friendly®, in consultation with the Military Friendly® Advisory Council, a group of independent leaders in the military community. Final ratings were determined by combining an organization’s survey score, public data, and an assessment of the institution’s ability to meet and exceed thresholds for student recruitment, retention, academic progress, graduation rates, career placement and support services for veterans, transitioning service members and military spouses.

“We recognize the unique sacrifices made by our military personnel, as well as the resilient families who support them. By providing tailored resources and flexible programs, we ensure that our heroes and their spouses have a clear, supportive path to academic and professional success. At NSU, we don’t just enroll military-affiliated students; we embrace them as vital members of the Demon family, committed to serving those who have so bravely served us,” said NSU President James Genovese.

“Earning the Military Friendly® designation is more than a badge of honor; it reflects an institution’s deep-rooted values and strategic commitment to those who served. These schools don’t just open doors for veterans and military spouses, they build sustainable pathways for academic success and long-term impact. Their support is transformative, proving that investing in military-connected students is both a moral imperative and a standard for educational excellence,” said Kayla Lopez, vice president of Memberships, Military Friendly®

Northwestern State will be showcased in the 2026-2027 Guide to Military Friendly Schools® in the April issue of G.I. Jobs ® magazine and on MilitaryFriendly.com. Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefits for the military community. Over 3,200 organizations compete annually for the Military Friendly Schools® designation. Military Friendly® is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business. Military Friendly® is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense or the federal government. Results are produced via a rules-based algorithm. The data-driven Military Friendly® lists and methodology can be found at militaryfriendly.com.

Louisiana residents are once again battling their annual sworn enemy as a thick layer of pollen quietly takes over cars, porches, and anything that dares to exist outside. Visibility is fine, but everything now has a nice yellow finish—whether it asked for it or not. Officials have yet to confirm when it will end, but locals agree: the pollen is winning.

The Goldonna Dusty Cut League has been a staple of the rural community sports scene in Natchitoches Parish for more than forty years. They will hold an “Incrediball Slow Pitch Tournament” on April 18, 2026 at the Goldonna Elementary Junior High School ball field. The Dusty Cut League has been a staple of the rural community sports scene for more than forty years. All proceeds from the tournament will directly benefit the league and help cover expenses of ball season.

The tournament entry fee is $200 with a fifty five minute time limit. The teams will have a 7/3 or 6/4 makeup. T-Shirts will be awarded for first place. Winning teams supply the umpires. There will be no alcohol allowed at the event.

Please contact Reagan Dupree at 318-413-7528 for more information or to register your team.

The Goldonna Assembly of God Church is bringing back their 5th Sunday Singings. They held their first one on March 29th and will continue the tradition. The next one will be announced soon.

The Christmas in the Park Committee will be having a community Crawfish Boil on May 2, 2026. For the price of $15.00 per plate you will enjoy freshly boiled crawfish and fixings. For more details please see any member of the committee.

For news to share please email:
Reba Phelps jreba.phelps@gmail.com