By Shawn White

The Lakeside Warriors (4-0) continued to roll and had their best start since 2005 with the road 55-20 win over Northwood-Lena (1-3).  The points are showing up on the scoreboard with the Warriors averaging 48.5 points per game.  

Lakeside piled on 426 yards in offense with 325 yards coming from the ground attack. 

The duo of Taron Riley and Kentravion Miller caged the Gators with both reaching over 100 yards rushing.  Riley had seven carries for 177 yards and two touchdowns.  Riley also brought a kickoff return to the house for 80-yard touchdown.  Miller had five carries for 103 yards and a touchdown.  

Eli Santelices scored on both sides of the ball rumbling 10 yards into the end zone on a run and recovered a fumble in the end zone for another six points.  Santelices also kicked 7-of-8 extra points.  

Brock Case was 3-for-4 passing for 101 yards.  Case had a quarterback keeper for a 40-yard touchdown.  Case’s top target was James Maxie with two  receptions for 

Lakeside also had a touchdown from Eric Jones.  

Defense also was strong as Bryce Parker led the Warriors with 6.5 tackles including two tackles for loss.  

The Warrior’s schedule is about to get stronger and Coach John Ware realizes the start is about to be challenged.  “We played well again but our schedule is about to get a lot tougher,” Ware said. “Our seniors have been great leaders this year.  They deserve all the credit for this start.  This week is homecoming and will be our biggest test so far this year.  Montgomery has 14 seniors starters and play very well.”

A win by the Warriors this Friday night will match the best start from the 2005 team which started 5-0 on its way to a 7-3 record. Homecoming festivities for Lakeside will begin at 9 am on Friday with the Parade at Lakeside.  The junior high court presentation will take place at 6:15 pm.  Kickoff against the Montgomery Tigers (2-2) at 7 p.m. 

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By Pat Culverhouse

Another stingy defensive performance helped propel Minden to its fourth straight win of the season as the Crimson Tide opened its District 1-4A district schedule with a 28-6 win over the Woodlawn Knights Friday.

For the second week in a row, the Crimson Tide defense put the clamps on an opponent’s offense, this time limiting the Knights to just 141 total yards on 42 plays from scrimmage.

While the defense was keeping Woodlawn in check, a grinding ground game was the Tide’s primary weapon in jumping off to a 14-point lead at the half.

Minden’s first score came at the 8:26 mark of the second quarter when Denarius Crowe scooted 17 yards to score the first of his two touchdowns on the night. A Braxton Glover PAT, his first of four on the evening, gave the Tide a 7-0 advantage.

Jaylon McKinney powered into the end zone with 1:50 remaining before the half to cap a nine-play, 64 yard drive and put the Tide up 14-0 after Braxton’s successful kick.

Minden’s final scores came in quick succession in the fourth quarter when Crowe scored from two yards out at the 7:01 mark to end a 13-play drive, followed by a Treshun Young 20-yard pass interception return less than a half minute later.

Woodlawn finally managed to crack the end zone when Quintin Wilson scored on a five-yard run with just 32 seconds remaining in the game. That score capped an 11-play, 72 yard drive.

Crowe led all rushers in the game with 79 yards on 15 carries, resulting in a pair of touchdowns. Caylien Aubrey carried seven times for 29 yards, Porter Neal had 29 yards of five tries, McKinney had seven carries for 27 yards, Jaden Johnson carried twice for 10 yards and quarterback Hudson Brown had four yards on one official carry.

Brown was three-for-seven through the air worth 40 yards while his counterpart, Brandon Henderson, was three-for-five and nine yards.

Minden will face another District 1-4A foe Friday when the Loyola College Prep Flyers invade W.W. Williams Stadium. Both teams are 1-0 in early district play, with Loyola holding a 3-1 season record.

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By Travis Chapman

The red September sun set across the beautiful campus of Glenbrook Friday night and led us into the very first home game of the 2024 season for your 2-1 Apaches. The cul-de-sac of Country Club would run red with Cedar Creek Cougar blood as the Apaches speared the Cougars, 36-16.

Your Apaches would start on defense for the night and looked a good deal stronger with their starting line backers, Duelin’ Dawson Day, and Rowdy Ryan Reagan back from injury the week prior. The Cedar Creek Cougars would dawn their traditional triple option threat they run to perfection year in and year out. The challenge is, the defense MUST play disciplined assignment football and try their hardest to not bite on the play action fakes and smoke their assigned man every play, and Coach Pat Thomas had the Apaches ready!  Huddy Glasscock led the charge from the first play and completely leveled the Cougar full back for a short gain that forced a 3^rd and 9. The Cougars executed a perfect reverse but in the pursuit, a few Cougars came off the sideline to block our Apaches that propelled the Cougar wingback to the end zone, but the penalty for “illegal participation” would bring back the TD. The Apaches’ defense forced two fumbles in a row and drove the Cougars back behind the chains and forced a punt from a 4^th down and a cab ride. The Cougars’ punter would flip the field and give the Apaches the ball on their own 6-yard line.   

The Apaches’ offense struggled early with some errant snaps that forced a quick punt. A 4^th consecutive faulty snap over Seth Mangrum’s head looked to give the Cougars the possibility of a TD but the quick, smart thinking of Mangrum kicked the ball out of the back of the end zone for a safety instead of a TD. The Cougars took the early lead 2-0. From the free kick, the Apaches dominated on defense and did not allow a first down and received another punt from the Cougars. The offense went to work with great running by Sonic Seth, that set up a bullet fired from the Red Rifle, Sanders and found the sticky hands of Dime-Darron Hollingsworth for a huge gain. In the effort of gaining extra yardage, it appeared that Hollingsworth was down by contact, but the ball came out and the Cougars returned it for a quick TD. The Apaches trailed early in the first quarter, 10-0. Ladies and gentlemen, that’d be the last time the Cougars would even sniff the end zone until late in the 4^th quarter. Your Apaches’ offense came out blazing with Sonic Seth Mangrum reeling off a gain of 15-yards on his first carry of the series, Rage Gage White made a great reception for a gain of 25 yards and the Apache offense set up threatening very quickly. On the next play, the short memory of Dime Hollingsworth beat his defender and the rifle he calls an arm of Easton Sanders fired a bullet to the front corner pylon where Hollingsworth made a SportsCenter Top 10, NFL catch (pictured) for the first Apache TD of the night. The Apaches tightened the Cougar lead, 10-6 with 8:44 left in the first.

The Apaches’ defense came back out blowing up the Cougar front and forced a fumble that Duelin’ Dawson Day would recover to set up the Apaches’ offense on the Cougar 6-yard line. On the first play from scrimmage the Apache offense line showed their dominance and pushed the Cougars’ D-line back to the goal line where Sonic Seth found pay dirt for an Apache TD. The Apaches would never look back from this point in the contest as they took the lead 12-10 with 6:56 left in the first.

On defense the Giant Brayson Cummings, who had a stellar night on defense as the Cougars had no answers for him, made a huge tackle for loss that put the Cougars on their heels. The very next play the Cougars felt the need for a deep ball, but Connor Bolton was in great position and plucked the ball out of the air from the Cougar QB. The Apaches would take over on the Cougar 49. Two quick plays later, the O-Line opened a hole big enough a Kenworth Haulin’ Hogs could blow through, and Vicious Vining made his presence felt as he ripped off 37 yards. Then the Red Rifle, Sanders fired a bullet over the middle that found Rowdy Ryan Reagan for another Apache TD. The Apaches stretched the lead to 18-10 with 4:08 left in the first half. The Apache defense continued their complete dominance as they forced a quick punt after only giving up 1-yard gained and stopped a fake punt with 1 minute left in the half. The Apaches would fail to convert a 4^th and 6 and would give the ball back to the Cougars with 7 secs left. But Vicious Vining would make the Cougars pay with a traumatizing tackle for loss to close the first half with the Apaches on top, 18-10.

During halftime, the Cougars’ dance line entertained the fans with a great performance, followed by your Apache Sundancers and Cheerleaders who never missed a beat in their performances and “Called Baton Rouge” for the Apache faithful. Lastly the Apache drumline received a standing ovation from beating the fool out of the drums as Mrs. Bryan showcased the multitalented trickeration of Treat Miller as he swapped to the toms and dazzled the crowd with his lightning speed. If you weren’t in attendance, you missed an outstanding performance from the Apache Spirit teams.

In the second half, it was ALLLLLLL Apaches as Big D-Boy Daivari Jackson would put on a highlight reel performance on both sides of the ball. D-Boy, Vicious Vining, and Rowdy Reagan would combine for multiple tackles for loss that forced a Cougar punt. The Cougar punter apparently made his own decision to tuck and run instead of flipping the field with a punt and Rowdy Reagan made him pay for it with a huge tackle to set the Apaches up on the Cougar 9-yard line. On the first play from scrimmage, Sonic Seth nearly broke the plane of the end zone but was brought down by the back just before getting in. The offensive line stepped up and literally pushed the Cougar defensive line out of the back of the end zone where Vicious Vining walked into the end zone. The Apaches’ lead grew to 24-10 with 5:56 left in the 3^rd quarter. The Apaches’ defense continued the impressive assignment football and had CP-10, Carson Powell nearly intercepted the Cougar QB on the first play. Sonic Seth made great tackles on the edge, but the Cougars somehow ate up the rest of the 3^rd quarter and into the 4^th quarter without really moving the football with very much success. The Bad Man, Jonathon Bryant continued to blow his man up just as he did all night long and forced a 4^th down and a cab ride for the Cougars. Your Apache defense stepped up big time and shut the cougars down to take over their own 19-yard line with 8:03 left in the contest. Sonic Seth planted his feet and stayed HOOOWWNNGRYYY. The Apaches forevermore fed the man as he mirrored Christian McCaffery, making MVP NFL cuts and reeled off 40 yards in 2 carries, followed by another 12 yards from Vicious Vining. Big D-Boy Daivari Jackson poured an entire bottle of Mrs. Buttersworth Syrup all over the Cougars as he laid an entire STACK of pancakes on the way to Sonic Seth’s second touchdown of the night! The score stretched to 30-16, all Apaches.

The defense continued their dominance and shut the Cougars down and found themselves with the ball yet again. Sonic Seth hadn’t had enough to eat and revisited the buffet for a second helping of haul-(insert slang for posterior here, if you wish) as he took off behind monster blocks by Carson Powell and Slaid Lollar on the edge and outran everybody in the stadium for his THIRD TUDDY OF THE NIGHT, this time from 41-yards out! The Apaches led 36-16. It’s only fitting that the defense made the Cougar QB run for his life for another huge sack by Bad Bryant. Easton Sanders closed the game out laying the wood on a massive hit on 4^th down for the Cougars to end regulation.

Although the Apaches struggled early and got behind the scoreboard, this was a dominant team win to open up district play. Your Apache defense did not allow a single offensive touchdown on the night. Bad Byrant, Big D-Boy, the Giant, Brayson Cummings, Rowdy Reagan, Vicious Vining, Huddy Glasscock all had multiple tackles for loss on the night. On offense, the Apaches were without their leading producer, Action Jackson Waller, who was out with a tweaked ankle. Waller being absent was for sure missed, but Sonic Seth, Vicious Vining, Rowdy Reagan, Lightning Lollar, Rage Gage, and Dime Hollingsworth all stepped up big time behind the OUTSTANDING offensive line play that gave the Red Rifle, Easton Sanders the ability to run the offense. Sonic Seth had another career game for the Apaches in consecutive weeks with over 100 yards on the ground and 3-TDs. What a great complete team win. Next week, your Apaches will travel to the rolling hills of north Bossier Parish as they take on Coach Thurman’s former team, the Plain Dealing Lions. Let’s continue to show up and show out for our outstanding Apaches on the road as we look to expand to 4-1 on the season in another district contest!!

IT’S A GREAT DAY TO BE AN APACHE!!!

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By Gray Haynes

Friday night’s matchup between the North Webster Knights and the Homer Pelicans was a tale of two halves with Homer coming out on top 32-22.  Homer dominated the first half with the help of North Webster fumbles while North Webster dominated the second half on the ground.  North Webster won the coin toss and deferred their option to the second half.  Homer took the opening kickoff back to the 37 yard line, and a penalty pushed the ball into North Webster territory at the 48.  After a couple of big plays, Homer had the ball on the Knights’ 18.  There, the North Webster defense stiffened and forced Homer to turn the ball over on downs.  The visiting team ran three plays and was forced to punt.  Homer took over on their own 39 yard line.  After a long run, Homer’s offense stalled out and turned it back over to the Knights on downs at the Homer 21 yard line.  On the first play from scrimmage, North Webster fumbled; the Pelicans scooped and scored the football.  After the PAT was good, Homer led 7-0.

North Webster returned the ensuing kickoff to the 33 yard line and marched out to near midfield before fumbling for the second time in the game.  Two plays later, Homer scored again to make the score 13-0.  The Pelicans missed the extra point.  The Knights took the kickoff out to the 39 yard line and fumbled three plays later for the third time in the game.  An errant snap by Homer gave the ball right back to the Knights on the Homer 42 yard line.  After picking up a couple of first downs, the Knights turned it over on downs.  Homer fumbled again at the North Webster 42.  The Knights picked up another first down before stalling out and giving the ball back to the Pelicans on downs.  Homer mounted a nice drive on the ground and through the air.  The Pelicans punched it in on a short pass and made the PAT to make the score 20-0.

North Webster took the kickoff out to the 30 and after two plays fumbled yet again.  Homer found the end zone quickly, but missed the extra point attempt.  This made the score 26-0 in favor of the home team.  North Webster attempted one pass as time expired in the half, but it fell incomplete.  At the half, the score was Homer 26 North Webster 0.

The Knights took the second half kickoff out to the 37 yard line.  The Knights ground game took them all the way to the Homer 9 yard line to make it 1st and goal.  Two consecutive bad snaps took the Knights back to the 32 where it was 3rd and goal.  A great pitch and catch from quarterback Christian Whitlock to receiver JQuarian EAster took the ball to the 4 yard line.  On fourth and goal, JKobe Lawson crossed the goal line for the Knights.  The PAT made the score 26-7.

An onside kick attempt by the Knights was recovered by Homer at midfield.  After the Knights’ defense held tough, a 45 yard punt return by Kemo Jefferson gave the Knights the ball at the Homer 40 yard line.  Behind the blocking of Kody Beshea, Hudson Smith, and Sam Morgan, the Knights scored on the ground.  The PAT made the score 26-14.  Another onside kick attempt by the Knights bounced out of bounds.  Homer marched down the field and scored to make the score 32-14.  After the kickoff, North Webster was pinned deep in their own territory-starting their drive at the 7 yard line.  The Knights mounted a nice drive through the air and on the ground.  A long pass from Whitlock to Martavious White took the ball deep into Homer territory.  Then, the bug from the first half bit the Knights again, and they fumbled at the Homer 10 yard line.  The Knights’ defense forced Homer to punt from their own end zone and took over at the 30.  North Webster scored, with about a minute left on the clock, on a seven yard touchdown pass from Whitlock to White.  The two point conversion made the score 32-22.  After another onside kick attempt was recovered by Homer, the knelt on the ball to end the game.  The final score was Homer 32 North Webster 22.  Next Friday, North Webster travels to Garrison, Texas.

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Tomorrow (Tuesday) morning Week 5 of the Webster Parish Journal Pick’em Football Contest will kick off with a new link for you to click on to pick this week’s teams.

Remember, the easiest way to do this is to sign up for a subscription to the Journal. The contest is simple and free – just like the journal. websterparishjournal.com.

Come back tomorrow to read all the news and play. Good luck and have fun!

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By Paige Gurgainers

Historic Main Street will be hosting a jambalaya cook-off Saturday, November 2 from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Minden Civic Center parking lot.  

Jambin’ on Main will feature great food, Cajun and Zydeco music and Louisiana beer.  

This event will simultaneously take place during the annual Main to Main. 

“Main to Main is always busy, so we hope this event will just further increase foot traffic downtown,” said Minden Main Street Board Chairman Shawn Hatcher.  

They will be awarding first, second and third places along with People’s Choice. 

Taste testing and judging for People’s Choice will begin at 11 a.m. Tasting cups will be $5. They are also on the hunt for official judges. 

If you’re interested in judging or cooking, you can sign up by emailing mainstreet@mindenusa.com. It is $100 per four-man team to participate.

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Jaquris Reed, 27, is wanted on theft charges for allegedly pawning a stolen item in Minden. In November, 2023, Reed allegedly stole a PlayStation 5 in Ruston.

Reed then pawned the PS5 in Minden for $200. Ruston detectives called MPD detectives and informed them of the pawned item. Reed had warrants issued in Ruston for the original theft and warrants in Minden for theft since the pawn shop had to return the item to the owner.

Anyone with information on Jaquris Reed is asked to contact Det. Lt. Jason Smith, Minden Police Department, at office: (318) 371-4226, or cell: (318) 268-1441.

All information received will be strictly confidential.

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Five of the community’s brightest young leaders were honored at the Springhill North Webster’s annual 5 Under 40 awards luncheon Wednesday, September 25at the Springhill RV Park Building. The event celebrated the professional achievements and community contributions of the 2024 award recipients, each of whom has made a significant impact in their respective fields before the age of 40.

The honorees, selected for their exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to giving back, were joined by family members, colleagues, and city leaders, including Sarepta Mayor Peggy Adkins and Springhill Mayor Ray Huddleston. The awards highlight both professional success and a dedication to community service, recognizing individuals who are shaping the future of Springhill North Webster.

“This year’s recipients have shown incredible leadership and vision, not only in their careers but in their service to the community,” said Amber Cobb, Executive Director of the Springhill North Webster Chamber of Commerce. “Their commitment to making Springhill, Sarepta, Cotton Valley, Cullen and Shongaloo a better place for everyone is truly inspiring, and we are excited to see what they will continue to achieve in the future.”

The 2024 5 Under 40 award winners are:
Anita Maxwell—Springhill Medical Center

Kimberly Fitzgerald—North Webster Medical Clinic

Amie Poladian—Springhill Main Street

Elizabeth Simmons—Town of Sarepta

DJ Dickinson—Dickinson Landscaping

Throughout the luncheon, the director shared stories of their journeys, reflecting on the challenges and successes that have shaped their careers and service. And credited their families, mentors, and communities for supporting them along the way, and expressed gratitude for the recognition.

The 5 Under 40 awards aim to recognize and encourage young leaders who are making a difference, both professionally and through their involvement in the community. The event underscored the importance of fostering the next generation of leaders who will continue to contribute to the growth and prosperity of Springhill and North Webster.

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Last call for sponsorships of the 15 Under 40 “Aces in Action” event is 3 p.m. today (Friday, Sept. 27).

Tickets are currently on sale for the event, which will take place at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 10 at the Minden Civic Center.

Chosen by committee from a list of more than 50 nominees are:

 Ryan Barnette – GBT – Gibsland Bank & Trust

 Chris Bordelon – RecLand Realty

 Elizabeth Campbell – City of Minden

 Jordan Cupples – AEP – American Electric Power

 Michael Davis, Jr. – The Michael Anthony Creative Agency

 John-Joseph “Jay” Grigsby – Webster Jr. High

 Marcus Harmon – Carrier Enterprise

 Halea Lipinski – Wise, Martin, and Cole CPA’s

 Brandi McNeill – Minden Physician Practices

 Twyla Mims – Webster Parish Assessor’s Office

 Morgan Monday – b1BANK

 Sarah Overall – Ochsner LSU Health System

 Braley Raborn – Mission Creek Resources

 Kristin Reagan – Minden Medical Center

 Tamra Wichelns – Home Federal Bank

15 Under 40 Sponsors:

Presenting: TG Companies, LLC

Awards: b1BANK

Signature:

Debbie Callender/Paige Salas – LaState Realty

Gibsland Bank & Trust

Meadowview Health & Rehab

Minden Family Pharmacy

Minden Mayor Nick Cox

Minden Medical Center

Social:

Ace Hardware

Durrett Law & Title

Minden Family Dental

Senator Adam Bass

Under Dawgs Sports Grill

Wise, Martin & Cole, LLC

To sponsor this event, contact the Greater Minden Chamber of Commerce office before 3 p.m. today or for ticket information call 318-377-4240 or visit greatermindenchamber.com .

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Even though this week’s contest has closed, just remember, we start anew Tuesday with another link and more games from which to choose. Monday we will have stories from the weekend’s local games, so be sure to read those and see how our parish teams fared over their rivals.

And good luck on next week’s Webster Parish Journal’s Pick’em Contest.

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Bobby “Bob” Wayne Parish, a cherished individual known for his kind, loving, caring and humorous personality, left us on September 22, 2024.

Bob was born on June 26, 1944, to Clyde Parish and Mattie Zell (Brown) Parish in Claiborne Parish, La.

Bob married wife Bonnie (Briggs) Parish on December 13, 2007 in Las Vegas. Bob has one daughter Patti Kaminski and two grandchildren, Kassidi Kaminski and Kolton Kaminski from previous marriage. He also has one son Michael Gould and one granddaughter, Halle Gould through his marriage to Bonnie.

Bob graduated from Summerfield High School in Summerfield, La., in 1962. After graduation, he moved to Downey, Ca., and went to work for family in the industrial valve business. Later years, he moved to Houston, Tx., and established his own valve business with partner Henry Schmidt, B&H Valve Company, in 1974. He started breeding Brahman Cattle in 1976 when he bought a ranch in Weimar, Tx. 

Bob sold the valve company, retired in 2006 and moved to the Ranch full time. He continued with his passion in cattle operation until his death.

You could find Bob cruising with his wife, Bonnie or friend, Jim Baumgarten as well as golfing with Jim and Wendell Schronk, and many other friends. He enjoyed anything to do with cattle on the ranch and riding around the property on his buggy with his dog sidekicks, Roscoe and Baxter. Bob loved spending time with his granddaughter, Halle and bonus grandchildren, Scarlett, Quinn, and Brecken. He was an avid sports fan but his true passion was watching anything LSU. Although he did not graduate from LSU, he was the ultimate fan. Bob was a member of Weimar United Church, member of the Brotherhood of Weimar United Church and past member of Weimar Lions Club. After many years of dedication to American Brahman Breeders Association (ABBA), he was honored in February 2024 to be inducted into the ABBA Hall of Fame.

Bob was preceded in death by his brother, James Allen Parish and mother, Zell Parish. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie (Briggs) Parish and her son, Michael Gould; brothers, Roger Parish and wife Linda, and Ed Parish; sister, Nila Johnson; daughter, Patti Kaminski; three grandchildren and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation is October 3, 2024, 10 am at Weldon Baptist Church, 15059 Highway 2 Alt, Bernice, La 71222 with services to begin at 11am officiated by Pastor Neil Everett. Graveside services will be held directly after funeral commences at Weldon Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Adam Parker, Bubba Parish, Derek Naquin, Mike Hollingshead, Nolan Parish, and Zach Naquin.

Honorary Pallbearers: Coleman Locke, Eugene Mikes, Jim Baumgarten, Jim Williams, Kenneth Krizak, Marcus Shackelford, Ron Brown, Wendell Schronk, and Dina Weil.

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Friday

A 20 percent chance of showers after 1 p,m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Friday Night

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Northwest wind around 5 mph.

Saturday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

Saturday Night

Partly cloudy, with a low around 62.

Sunday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.

Sunday Night

Mostly clear, with a low around 64.

Monday

Sunny, with a high near 86.

Monday Night

Mostly clear, with a low around 64.

Tuesday

Sunny, with a high near 89.

* Information provided by National Weather Service.

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What the sigma?

Does anyone happen to know what that means? I have no clue. Apparently my kid doesn’t know either although she walks around saying it all day every day.

In an effort to try to help other parents with younger kids who have apparently decided to make up their own language, I have compiled a list of the newest slang terms that are hip and happening these days (sidenote: don’t try to say that anything is “hip” or “happening” in front of your pre-teens/teenagers…you will be grilled.)

Ate can be used to express respect or admiration mostly when referring to fashion, music or a performance.

Aura describes a person’s vibes or energy in a positive manner. (Apparently you can earn points for this, but I have no clue who keeps track of them or what you win.)

Bet can be used in a few different ways like expressing agreement, confidence or to confirm a statement.

Bruh is an informal way to say bro or brother, but for some reason can also be used when addressing your mother.

Bussin’ describes something that is good, amazing or fantastic, but can ONLY be used when talking about food.

Cap/Cappin’ basically means you’re lying or exaggerating.

Drip is used to describe someone or something that is cool, stylish or fashionable.

Ohio is used to describe someone who is weird or cringey. (I get called this one a lot.)

Rizzler is what us millennials would have called a player. Rizz is short for charisma, so someone who is flirtatious.

Sigma …. still no clue on this one! Somebody help me out.

Sus can be used when referring to someone or something that is suspicious or untrustworthy. According to Emerson, me even writing this column right now is sus.

So anyways, I hope this helps you better communicate with your child for the next week until they come up with some other weird slang words that I will also have to look up in Urban Dictionary.

(Paige Gurgainers is a mom of three girls, digital journalist for Webster Parish Journal and publisher of Bienville Parish Journal and Claiborne Parish Journal.)

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Few people may have realized the importance of the Louisiana Army Ammunition Plant (LAAP) when construction began in early 1941 on nearly 15,000 acres of land west of Minden consisting primarily of forests, fields, scattered residences and churches.

But, according to Dorcheat Historical Association Museum Executive Director and Webster Parish Historian, Jessica Gorman, the plant played a significant role in supplying munitions to the government from its completion in 1942 through the Vietnam War.

Gorman presented a U.S. Corps of Engineers film showing a history of the plant’s early construction days to Minden Lions Club members Thursday, including measures taken to remove houses, buildings and family cemeteries. Some buildings were sold at auction, others used as corporate headquarters.

“It was reported that 594 structures existed on the property,” she said. “There were nine known cemeteries located on the property. A total of 336 graves were recorded. These were repaired, fenced and “No Trespassing” signs were placed and were under government care.”

Gorman told Lions of evidence showing Confederate troops camped in the area, but any proof was most likely destroyed during construction. She also explained allegations of wasteful and negligent spending against the contractor, Silas Mason Company, during construction on the plant.

Construction of the plant proved to be an economic and employment boon for the area, Gorman said. Initially, 1,500 workers were hired in July, 1941. That number swelled to 3,967 by mid-August, then to 8,200 in September. By Thanksgiving, 9,715 workers were on site and that number increased to 10,386 by December, 1941, the month the U.S. entered World War II.

“It may seem coincidental that so much effort was going into the construction early in 1941, but it is fortunate that it was because the plant produced a large amount of munitions for the war effort,” she said in response to a question.

LAAP, formerly known as the Louisiana Ordinance Plant or simply, The Shell Plant, is now home on a portion of the property to Camp Minden, a training center for the Louisiana Army National Guard.

It is also the site of a Youth Challenge Program, an alternative educational program that offers adolescents an opportunity to change their futures.

Gorman has written books on the history of Webster Parish and has just released a new offering, “Minden, Louisiana Than & Now.”

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I’ve written about the dreaded fire ant before, but with these few rains that we’ve had the ants are out again.  It seems that when it rains, it rains fire ants.  There is nothing that completely get rid of those nasty creatures.  All we can do is try.

New chemicals are coming out every year.  My mother was old school, she put diesel on the mounds.  It killed the ants but left a lot of dead spots around the yard.  If you like to use organics, Fertilome has Come and Get It.  It is very easy to use, just sprinkle on top of the mound.  It is a bait that attracts fire ants and is readily taken back into the nest as food for the colony.  Spinsad makes the ants, including the queen, lethargic and sick.  I can just see the drunk fire ants running through the mound and passing out dead on top.  Diatomaceous Earth is a natural contact insecticide that works by causing abrasions on the ants as they come in contact with the product, resulting in loss of fluids , then dehydration.  

The old favorite, easy to apply, is surrender.  The chemical name is Acephate.  Acephate is very easy to use, just sprinkle from the can.  The worst thing about Acephate is the smell.  If the chemical doesn’t kill the ants, the smell will.  Bayer makes a fire ant killer that contains B-cyfluthrin.  It starts working immediately and not only kills the colony, but the queen also.  Bifen is also a good insecticide.  Bifen comes in a granule and a liquid.  Use one ounce per gallon and spray or drench the mound.  Bifen is also great to spray all over the yard for any type of insect.  Bifen is also labeled to kill termites and a lot of other insects around and in the house.  Almost every company makes its own bifen, as it is one of the best insecticides around.  

The main thing about fire ants is to stay out of their way and that they are fairly easy to kill.  Their is not  a chemical yet that will completely get rid of them for good, but you can experiment with what we’ve got and see what is best for you.  I like the Acephate best because it is so easy to use.  

(Mitzi Thomas owns Minden Farm & Garden LLC. Watch for her column on Fridays in Webster Parish Journal.)

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It’s time for the Webster Parish Fair, and there are lots of days and ways to participate, no matter your age.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1

5 p.m. – Fair Parade, downtown Minden

6 p.m. – Poultry and Rabbit Show

(No rides until Wednesday)

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2

6 p.m. – Rides start “Armband Nite” Gate entrance Fee: $2/rest of week

6 p.m. – 4-H Wine Showmanship then Swine Weight Classes (Livestock Arena)

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3

9 a.m. until 1 p.m. – Senior Citizens Day (Minden Civic Center)

6 p.m. – Rides start “Armband Nite”

6 p.m. – 4-H Goat, Lamb, Beef Showmanship

7 p.m. – Dairy and Doug Sale Showmanship

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

11:30 a.m. – Buyers’ Luncheon

1 p.m. – Livestock Auction (4-H Show Barn)

6 p.m. – Rides Start

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

1 p.m. – Fair Gates Open

1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Kids’ Day

2 p.m. Pizza Eating Contes, Sponsored by Johnny’s Pizza

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COURTROOM A

The following persons are scheduled to appear in 26th Judicial District Court on Monday, Sept. 30:

BAGGETT, MARCUS LAMON

98860-CT.1 Vehicular Homicide

98860-CT.2 First Degree Vehicular Negligent Injuring

BARRIERE, RICHARD

99139 Fail to Register and Notify as a Sex Offender 2nd Offense

BEARLY, ANGELA NOEL

99143 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

BOOTH, JONATHAN PAUL

99174

Battery of a Dating Partner

CROW, VALARIE

99206 Domestic Abuse Battery – 1st Offense

DANCE, SARAH FAYE

98201 Ct. 1 Simple Criminal Damage To Property Under $1,000

98201 Ct. 2 Simple Battery

A For Further Disposition WPSD

DANCE, SARAH FAYE

98979 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

DANCE, SARAH FAYE

98979A-CT.1 Simple Criminal Damage To Property Under $1,000

98979A-CT.2 Simple Battery

98979A-CT.3 Resisting An Officer

DANCE, SARAH FAYE

98979B-CT.1 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

98979B-CT.2 Attempted Simple Escape

98979B-CT.3 Attempted Aggravated Escape

98979B-CT.4 Second Degree Battery

DUNN, RONNY PAUL

98684 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

GARMANY, CHANEY MARTIN

99250 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty-Eight Grams)

GILL, DOMINICK

99234 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule I CDS

HAWK, ANTARIO D

98981 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

IRBY, TOMMI JO

98460 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

IVERSON, MAURCIONIO L.

98345-CT.1 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

98345-CT.2 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

98345-CT.3 Simple Escape

98345A-CT.1 Domestic Abuse Battery – 1st Offense

98345A-CT.2 Domestic Abuse Battery – 1st Offense

KNIPPERS, WAYNE DAVID

98436 Indecent Behavior With A Juvenile Under Thirteen

LATHAM, ANGELA DAWN

99248 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

LEE, JAQUAN LEKEL

99093-CT.1 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

99093-CT.2 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule I CDS

MARTIN, SHUNTERRA THOMAS

INCOMING Obstructing Highways of Commerce

INCOMING Resisting An Officer

INCOMING Flight From An Officer

INCOMING General Speed Law

INCOMING Operating a Vehicle While License Suspended/Revoked/Cancelled

INCOMING Operating a Vehicle with an Expired Motor Vehicle Inspection

MARTIN, TONY

98733-CT.1 Aggravated Flight From An Officer Where Human Life Is Endangered

98733-CT.2 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

MCEACHERN, CALVIN BRAD

99196-CT.1 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

99196-CT.2 Possession of a Schedule III CDS

MCEACHERN, CANDACE SUZETTE

98690 Unauthorized use of a Movable more than $1,000

MCELROY, DARRYL LAMONT

96537 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

MCFARLAND, JR, THOMAS

99222 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

MOORE, DARIEN DANTRELL

98255A Accessory After The Fact

PACKARD, II, RICHARD P

97448 Operating A Vehicle While Intoxicated – First Offense

97448A Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

A Status Hearing WPSD

POTTS, JAMES L.

98825 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

POTTS, JAMES L.

97664 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

REEDER, RALTERRIAN

99103-CT.1 Simple Burglary of a Vehicle

99103-CT.2 Theft Of A Firearm – 1st Offense

RUGLEY, JR., CARL

98984-CT.1 Aggravated Flight From An Officer Where Human Life Is Endangered

98984-CT.2 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

98984-CT.3 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

SANDERS, JESSIE ANNETTE

99074 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

A Diversion Review Hearing MPD

SHINE, SHANNON

99110-CT.1 Attempted Second Degree Murder

99110-CT.2 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

SIMMONS, JENNIFER DAWSON

INCOMING Possession of a Schedule IV CDS

INCOMING Possession of a Schedule IV CDS

INCOMING Possession of a Schedule IV CDS

INCOMING Possession of Schedule II CDS

INCOMING Possession of Schedule II CDS

INCOMING Possession of Marijuana or Synthetic Cannabinoids

INCOMING Sale/Distribution/Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription

INCOMING Sale/Distribution/Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription

INCOMING Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – First Offense

INCOMING Possession Of Alcoholic Beverages In Motor Vehicles

INCOMING Operating A Vehicle With Improper Tail Lights

SMITH, ANTONIO DEWAYNE

99223 Second Degree Battery

99223A Simple Battery

SNEED, TAMMIE

INCOMING Public Bribery

INCOMING Public Bribery

STERLING, ANDRE L.

99233 Attempted Unauthorized Entry Of An Inhabited Dwelling

STEVENS, JASON C

99248 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

STRICKLAND, JON MICHAEL

99163 Simple Burglary

TARAVELLA, HANSON MCHALE

98684 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

TARAVELLA, HANSON MCHALE

99003 Simple Battery

TEAL, JAYLON

96254 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

TEAL, JAYLON

98186A Illegal Use Of A Firearm During A Crime Of Violence

THOMPSON, II, JACK WESLEY

99081 Aggravated Assault With a Firearm

TIMS, RANDALL L.

98295 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

WALKER, JAMES LEE

99243 Ct. 1 Theft Under $1,000

99243 Ct. 2 Criminal Trespassing

A Arraignment Bond Return Date WPSD

WARD-REDWINE, SHANNON LEIGH

99249 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty-Eight Grams)

YATES, HANNAH MARIE

99201 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

A Arraignment SPRING

COURTROOM B

BANKS, ASHLEY FERRELL

98764 Rent/Lease Vehicle By False Representation

BANKS, ASHLEY FERRELL

98968 Possession of Schedule II CDS

BROOKS, KEITH

98895 Simple Burglary

BURKS, ALESHIA

99082 Unauthorized Entry Of An Inhabited Dwelling

CAREY, DEMETRIC A.

98856-CT.1 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

98856-CT.2 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

COLLIER, KASEY JO

INCOMING Aggravated Burglary

COOK, LARRY

99180 Domestic Abuse Battery – 1st Offense

COOK, LARRY

99221 Domestic Abuse Aggravated Assault

COOPER, JR, AL DEANGELO

93219 First Degree Robbery

FISH, BRYAN KEITH

97946-CT.1 Second Degree Battery

97946-CT.2 Aggravated Second Degree Battery

97946-CT.3 False Imprisonment With A Dangerous Weapon

GRAHAM, ERIN LYNEE

98897 Forgery

HALL, JOSIAH D

98142 Second Degree Kidnapping

98142A Attempted Second Degree Murder

HARRIS, KETURIUS QUYNDREL

96857 Operating A Vehicle While Intoxicated – Third Offense

HEARD, CORDERO L.

99034 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

JONES, LADERRICK L.

98142 Second Degree Kidnapping

LEAKE, ELROY JEWELL

98911 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

LOUD, KEODRICK

98887-CT.1 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

98887-CT.2 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty-Eight Grams)

B Status Hearing MPD

MALONE, CHRISTOPHER

98150 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

MALONE, CHRISTOPHER

98150 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

MALONE, CHRISTOPHER

98150 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

MALONE, CHRISTOPHER

98150 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

MANGHAM, ASHTON LANE

98624-CT.1 Resisting An Officer with Force Or Violence

98624-CT.2 Resisting An Officer with Force Or Violence

98624-CT.3 Resisting An Officer with Force Or Violence

MITCHELL, TONY ORLANDO

98326 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

MOORE, CODY ALLEN

99240 Cruelty To The Infirmed

REED, DERIAN DEQUAN

98940-CT.1 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.2 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.3 Conspiracy Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.4 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

REED, DERIAN DEQUAN

98940-CT.1 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.2 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.3 Conspiracy Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.4 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

RUSHING, HARLI GAYLE

98489-CT.1 Simple Burglary of a Vehicle

98489-CT.2 Attempted Simple Burglary of a Vehicle

SMITH, JR., ALFORD JAMES

99199 Simple Burglary of a Vehicle

TAPIA, WILLIAM EARNEST

93157 Issuing Worthless Checks $500 Or More But Less Than $1500

WALLACE, DATRAEVION

96357-CT.1 Possession with Intent to Distribute a Schedule I CDS

96357-CT.2 Possession with Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

96357-CT.3 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

WILLIAMS, JAMARON DAVON

99232 Obstruction Of Justice

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Send non-profit calendar events to wpjnewsla@gmail.com .

September 28

9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Webster Parish Fair Pageant at Minden High School.

September 29

Legacy Sunday at First Baptist Church, Minden.

October 2

Reserve your meal by this date for October 5 celebration of Friends at Sarepta Community Center.

October 5

8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. A women’s day fun, fellowship, worship and prayer at North Acres Baptist Church. Register here: https://nabcminden.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2390296 . Guest Speaker: Kathy Nelson, Speak It Ministries

Worship led by: Sachiri Henderson. Cost: $25 with lunch included. Childcare will be provided. Please indicate on the online registration form if you need childcare.

9 a.m. Celebration of Friends, Reunion of former students, teachers and workers of Sarepta High School. Sarepta Community Center. $17 per person. Lunch at noon. Also fundraiser for Josh Branton. Send check to “Hornet Fund,” Gerald Holland, 41 Stonehenge Dr., Bentonville, AR., 72712.

October 6-12

National 4-H Week

October 9

10 a.m. until noon Senior Trunk or Treat (50 and older) Hot dogs, candy, door prizes, healthcare information. CAC Building parking lot, Springhill, sponsored by Springhill Medical Center Network Partners. To host a booth, please contact Dianne Blake at 318-578-0510.

October 12

Springhill Lumberjack Festival, lumberjackfestival.net .

Oktoberfest 2024 – more information to come.

October 19

7:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Minden Foundation’s Annual Skeet Shoot. To sign up as a sponsor or register as a team visit https://mindenfoundation.org/2024-shoot-out/ .

October 22

4 until 6 p.m. Webster Parish Library Springhill location, face painting artists Evelyn Colvin and Becky Meziere at Hogwarts Trunk or Treat event.

October 28

5 until 7 p.m. Webster Parish Library Minden location, face painting artists Evelyn Colvin and Becky Meziere at Hogwarts Trunk or Treat event.

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Laron Lewis, 49, 800 block Harris St., Minden; arrested Sept. 23 by MPD for pedestrian on highway, resisting arrest with force or violence.

Davaris James Taran Moore, 29, 1600 block U.S. Hwy. 80, Minden; arrested Sept. 23 by MPD for disturbing the peace.

Nathan L. Thomas, 29, 200 block Sumlin St., Cullen; arrested Sept. 25 by MPD for unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling.

Jared Malcolm Harrison, 33, Chase Lake Fairway, Hoover, AL; arrested Sept. 26 by Louisiana State Police for improper lane usage, possession of CDS Sch. I (5.2 lbs. marijuana) with intent to distribute.

Jennifer Ellen Tucker, 51, Elton Wise Rd., Shongaloo; arrested Sept. 26 by WPSO on warrants for possession of CDS Sch. II, possession CDS Sch. IV, possession CDS Sch. I (marijuana) over 14 grams, obstruction; introducing contraband; two traffic offenses. Total bond set $14,750.

This information has been provided by a law enforcement agency as public information. Persons named 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.

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The following civil suits were filed with the Webster Parish Clerk of Court the week of September 20 through September 26:

September 20

PHH Mortgage Corp. vs. Unopened succession of Benny Salter, Martha Salter, executory process.

Jamie Leigh Horn vs. James Patrick Horn Jr., divorce w/children.

Louisiana Community and Technical College System vs. Janet M. Loud, monies due.

Joshua Storm Harden vs. Maricar Bolo Larden, divorce, no children.

September 23

Michael Wade Bridges, succession over $125K

Cory Hudson vs. Kiara Hudson, divorce.

Citibank vs. Cierra R. Echols, monies due.

NCB Management Services vs. Stephen Arbaugh, monies due.

UMB Bank vs. Donad Ray Odom, monies due.

September 24

First Tower Loan vs. Richard B. Bridges, Jessica Bridges, judgment executory and garnishment.

Carrington Mortgage Services LLC. Vs. William Michael Tubbs, executory process.

Julie Franks vs. Christopher Nial Shipp, protective order.

State of Louisiana vs. Carmine Grigsby, Randall Swilley, forfeiture.

State of Louisiana vs. Irene Oros Sanchez, forfeiture.

September 25

Elizabeth Ann Hoschgat Britton, succession over $125K.

Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC vs. Lola Hill McCutchen, executory process.

September 26

Richard D. Beard, succession over $125K.

Michelle Wesley, Lacy Green vs. CLHG Minden LLC, Minden Medical Center, damages.

Gibsland Bank and Trust vs. Prodigal Pressure Solutions LLC, Christopher Trey Carter, Jeremy Ryan Simpson, monies due.

Sharocka Knowles vs. James Gates, Medical Review Panel.

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Bobby ‘Bob’ Wayne Parish

June 26, 1944 – Sept. 22, 2024

Weimar, Texas

Visitation: 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024 Weldon Baptist Church.

Funeral service: 11 a.m., immediately following visitation, under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Homer, La.

Lavena Walker Moss Pace

Jan. 2, 1938 – Sept. 23, 2024

Minden, La.

Visitation: 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Minden, La.

Funeral Service: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Minden.

Burial: Minden Cemetery.

Mary Frances Roberts

August 13, 1938 – Sept. 22, 2024

Minden, La.

Funeral Service: 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Minden.

Burial: 12:15 p.m. Gardens of Memory, Minden.

Webster Parish Journal publishes paid complete obituaries – unlimited words and a photo, as well as unlimited access – $80. Contact your funeral provider or wpjnewsla@gmail.com . Must be paid in advance of publication. (Above death notices are no charge.)

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The City of Minden boil advisory, due to a broken water main Monday, was lifted Thursday. This advisory was for the 800 and 900 blocks of Homer Road.

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By Pat Culverhouse

An attempt to serve warrants on a local man ended with his arrest on several serious felony charges, including a pair of domestic abuse counts.

Minden Chief of Police Jared McIver said MPD officers and Webster Parish deputies arrested 48-year-old Michael Wayne Stevenson in the early morning hours Wednesday at his residence in the 1500 block of Shreveport Rd.

He reportedly is charged with domestic abuse battery w/strangulation, domestic abuse aggravated assault with child endangerment, second degree battery, intimidating a witness and as a fugitive from the Webster Parish Sheriff’s Office.

McIver said officers and deputies repeatedly ordered Stevenson to exit his residence before he finally emerged with the alleged victim in front of him. After he was placed in custody, officers reportedly were told by the victim that Stevenson had threatened her with bodily harm if she did not call police and drop all the charges.

Stevenson reportedly is being held at Bayou Dorcheat Correctional Center under bonds totaling $291,000.

This information has been provided by a law enforcement agency as public information. Persons named 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.

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