Minden’s Crimson Tide split a pair of baseball games with the Darbonne Woods Timberwolves last week, taking an 8-3 win Thursday before dropping a 9-1 decision in Friday’s game.

Minden took a 6-3 lead in the top of the fifth to ice the Thursday contest, thanks to three walks.

Bryson Ranger earned the win for the Tide, allowing four hits and three runs (one earned) over six and two-thirds innings while striking out nine and walking two. Daltin Albritton took the loss for the Timberwolves.

Landyn Huddleston led Minden with two hits in four at bats, while Rider Miller went one-four-four with two RBI. Bray Winston had three walks as the Tide worked 10 walks in the game.

Darbonne Woods turned the tables in Friday’s game, coming away with a 9-1 win behind the strong pitching performance of Dakota Jordan. The right-hander surrendered just two hits and allowed one run (zero earned) over seven innings while striking out seven and walking three.

Minden got its only run in the first inning on the strength of a Bryson Ranger sacrifice fly.

Bray Winston took the loss for the Tide, going five innings, surrendering five runs (three earned) on eight hits, striking out three and walking three. Ranger and Landyn Huddleston each collected one hit for the Tide.

Darbonne Woods collected 14 hits in the game, with leadoff hitter Wyatt Gilbert collecting three hits in five at bats. Daltin Albritton, Jamey Fisher, Derby Hanson, and Jericho Adkins each collected multiple hits.

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An eight-run fifth inning powered Glenbrook to a 10-2 win over Evangel Thursday, giving the Apaches the first of two straight wins over the Class 5A Eagles.

After an error scored one run, the Apaches’ onslaught continued when Ryan Reagan drew a walk, scoring one run and Dawson Day doubled, to drive in three more.

Seth Mangrum then walked to force in a run, Preston Frye drove in another with hit a sacrifice fly and Kleaton Davis was struck by a pitch, driving in a run.

Sam Ricord earned the win for Glenbrook, allowing just two hits and two runs (one earned) over seven innings. He had five strikeouts and walked four. Braylin Loftin took the loss for Evangel.

Easton Sanders led Glenbrook with two hits in four at bats and Day went one-for-three.  Mangrum stole two bases, leading an Apaches spree that accumulated seven stolen bases in the game.

Nick Lopez and Braydon Todd each collected one hit for ECA.

Friday’s contest proved an all Glenbrook highlight reel as the Apaches romped to a 13-0 win over Evangel.

The Apaches got on the board in the bottom of the first inning, scoring their first run on an error followed by a Seth Mangrum single for another. Sam Ricord drew a walk to score one run, Preston Frye produced an RBI single and an error accounted for two more runs.

Glenbrook added to its early lead in the bottom of the second inning when Frye singled, scoring two runs, and Kleaton Davis grounded out, scoring one. The Apaches added two runs in the third on a Frye single, then added two more in the bottom of the fourth on Davis’ solo home run and Easton Sanders’ sacrifice fly.

Sanders earned the win for Glenbrook, giving up just two hits over five innings, striking out eight and walking none.

Glenbrook picked up 11 hits in the game, led by Frye with three hits in three trips to the plate and four RBI.  Mangrum and Ryan Reagan each collected multiple hits and Ricord had three walks. Overall, the team waited out Evangel pitchers for eight walks in the game.

Senkedrin Colbert and Nick Lopez each collected one hit for Evangel.

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Lakeside’s Warriors had a rough weekend, dropping two of three games over the weekend including losses to baseball powerhouse squads Holy Savior Menard and Benton.

Benton 10, Lakeside 0

Lakeside ran into a Tigers buzzsaw Friday, falling 10-0 to Class 5A Benton. The Tigers got all the runs they needed in the bottom of the first thanks to two singles and a Cole Snell single that scored two runs. Snell led the Tigers with a two-for-three day and three RBI.

Tanner Webb earned the win for Benton, surrendering three hits and no runs over four innings, striking out one and walking two. Peyton Gray took the loss for Lakeside.

Gage Williams, Brock Case, Noah Redding, and Hayden Williams each collected one hit for Lakeside.

Lakeside 10, Anacoco 0

Eli Campbell gave up no hits in a shutout performance over five innings, leading Lakeside to a rebounding 10-0 win over Anacocco’s Indians Saturday. Campbell struck out three and walked only one hitter.

Lakeside scored in the bottom of the first on a sacrifice fly, then added to the lead in the bottom of the second when Peyton Gray and Jon Jon Dick doubled, each driving in a run.

Lakeside Varsity Warriors amassed 13 hits in the game.

Dick, Brock Case, Gray, and Hayden Williams each collected two hits for Lakeside as the team collected 13 hits in the game. Dick, Gray, and Redding each drove in two runs.

Case also stole two bases as the Warriors picked up six stolen bases for the game.

Holy Savior Menard 10, Lakeside 2

Lakeside dropped its second game of the young season to the Holy Savior Menard Eagles in a 10-2 loss on Saturday.

After the Eagles got on the board with a run in the first inning, Drake Chreene singled down the right field line to bring the Warriors into a second inning tie.

Holy Savior extended the lead to 3-1, then moved on to the win behind the strong pitching performance of Robert Henery. The starting pitcher surrendered one hit and one unearned run over three innings, striking out two and walking one. Gage Williams took the loss for Lakeside.

Jon Jon Dick and Chreene each collected one hit for Lakeside and Eli Campbell and Chreene each had one RBI.  Menard tallied 19 hits in the game, led by J.D. Shelton with four hits in four at bats.

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NATCHITOCHES – Of all the accolades, triumphs and accomplishments, Coach Mike McConathy said he is most proud to have given young people the opportunity to get an education playing a game they love.  

“Sometimes you don’t see the real picture in sports because you look at the record, which says you didn’t have a good year, but if every kid graduated and every kid went on to be successful…the fact that we gave them an opportunity to advance and tried to influence those young people had redeeming value,” McConathy said.  

Northwestern State University hosted a ceremony Feb. 15 to name the playing surface in Prather Coliseum the Mike McConathy Court, honoring the state’s leader in college basketball coaching victories.  The recognition took place during halftime of the Southland Conference men’s basketball game against Stephen F. Austin. Family, friends, colleagues, former players and Demon fans filled the courtside to join the celebration. 

The ceremony marked the launch of the Mike McConathy Scholarship Fund to support Northwestern student-athletes who have exhausted their NCAA eligibility before completing their degrees. Friends who wish to contribute can do so at http://www.nsu.la/mcconathy. 

McConathy compiled 330 of his state-record victories while coaching 23 seasons at Northwestern, the alma mater of his father, two uncles, both of his sons and two of his nephews.  He led Northwestern to its first three NCAA Tournament appearances, including the first two NCAA Tournament victories in school history.  McConathy’s teams won the first two Southland titles in program history, reaching four SLC Tournament title games and winning three of them. His players also excelled academically, with a graduation rate of about 90 percent. He retired from NSU in 2022. 

Last year, NSU President James Genovese recalled McConathy to NSU to serve as an advisor for networking, recruiting and external support. 

“The wins and losses are very important, the NCAA tournaments were great and winning against Iowa. Naturally they have to be the pinnacle, but when you take it a little bit deeper, you see the way that championship basketball at Northwestern impacted those young men’s lives,” McConathy said.  

Away from the bench, McConathy’s career, which included the starting and building of Bossier Parish Community College’s program into a national tournament participant, landed him the Louisiana Association of Basketball Coaches Association’s Mr. Basketball Award in 2023. He is a member of the N-Club Hall of Fame and Northwestern’s Hall of Distinguished Educators.

The McConathy family’s long history with NSU is also significant. 

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to extend the legacy of my family’s name at Northwestern. My father and his brothers came from Bienville Parish and got degrees and master’s degrees.  Being able to continue that legacy is something special.” 

McConathy’s Christian faith and servant-leader philosophy are as closely identified with him as his success as a coach.  

“My parents taught me a lot, but the most important thing that they gave me was they exposed me to my faith in which Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of everything that I’ve always tried to do,” he said.  “It doesn’t mean that I haven’t failed many times, but I’ve always had to look to Him for guidance and direction in coaching, living, visiting with people and trying to emulate the things that He did for us.”

McConathy had many to thank, starting with his wife of 47 years, Connie, their sons and their families, teammates, fellow coaches, players and all who supported the basketball program, including the pep band and spirit groups.  

“God has been good to us.  We’ve been able to exercise our faith. We’ve been able to encourage our young people to get degrees. We’ve encouraged them to have high character.” 

His gratitude extends to those who helped him on and off the court:  the assistant coaches, graduate assistants, trainers, administrative staff and others who taught his players life lessons in their own ways. McConathy maintains close ties with those he’s coached and worked with, attending weddings and appearing at ballgames to watch former students coach or their children play ball. Some pursued careers centered around athletics while others chose education, healthcare, law, medicine, business and other professions.  Many were in attendance to support and congratulate the McConathys.  

“When recruiting them, I told them that this is this was not about one to two or three or four years,” McConathy said. “This was about a lifetime. That is part of the legacy that I would want for them, that when you come to Northwestern, this is your home and the community will care about you for the rest of your life, not just while you’re playing.” 

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United Christian Assistance Program has the following needs:

Food: crackers, powdered milk, Ramen noodles, spaghetti, soup, cornbread mix, biscuit mix, rice

Household goods: sheets, towels

Clothing: men’s shoes

Thank you for supporting UCAP!

UCAP is open from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at 204 Miller Street, Minden, for food, utility and rent assistance. Clothing is dispersed on Wednesdays only.

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I have seen breathless assertions lately in the national “media” that President Trump’s recent actions have sparked a constitutional “crisis.”  I couldn’t disagree more.  What we are witnessing is a new President exercising his constitutional powers in a decisive manner.

How so?

Most notably, President Trump has paused the discretionary spending of enormous sums of federal dollars.  In my view, it is not only perfectly legal and well within the authority of the Chief Executive to take this step, but I believe it’s also an obligation of a new presidential administration to review discretionary funding to see that it complies with both federal law and Trump policies.  

As many scholars have noted, when Congress funds an agency it gives broad discretion to the Executive Branch regarding how these funds are administered.  This is why I believe most of the legal challenges against these executive orders will ultimately fail.  When a Chief Executive exercises his core constitutional powers as he does here, his authority is at its greatest.  I strongly agree with Vice President J.D. Vance’s recent tweet that “judges aren’t allowed to control the executive’s legitimate power.”  That’s the very definition of, and foundation for, our constitutional Separation of Powers and this used to not be a controversial view. 

As such, Trump is defending representative democracy by attacking the unelected bureaucracy, as the American people clearly want him to do.  For judges, the failing national media, or misguided Democrats to seek to prevent this voter-mandated progress is to violate the fundamental principle of a ‘government by consent of the governed.’

However, as an aside, let me address one action of President Trump that is more removed from his core powers—his executive order to end birthright citizenship.  Birthright citizenship is a legal doctrine guaranteeing, with a few exceptions, that children born in the United States are citizens of the United States.  The reason I make this distinction is because this order directly targets an issue addressed by the U.S. Constitution and will most likely need to be decided by the U.S. Supreme Court.  I actually think that is President Trump’s strategy—knowing it would be immediately challenged in court and end up before the Supreme Court.

Birthright citizenship derives from the 14th Amendment which states in pertinent part that “all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside.”  It is that middle clause that gives rise to heated debate.  What does “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” mean?

Let me simply say that the issue of birthright citizenship is, at the very least, unsettled.  The U.S. Supreme Court has never specifically ruled on whether those born to parents who are here illegally are automatically citizens.  The 1898 U.S. Supreme Court case (U.S. v. Wong Kim Ark), upon which proponents of birthright citizenship primarily rely, presents different facts (children of legal, permanent residents) than the ones at issue here: aliens in the country illegally.  That is why I believe the correct view is that “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” means more than simply being born and present in the U.S. conveys full, automatic citizenship. 

In fact, a key Senator in the adoption of the 14th Amendment stated that “subject to the jurisdiction” of the U.S. means subject to its full and complete jurisdiction—i.e., an individual not owing political allegiance to any other country and no foreign government having jurisdiction over that individual. It is simply untenable, I respectfully submit, that this concept of complete jurisdiction can apply to illegal aliens.  There is no legally plausible way an illegal alien can be considered to owe allegiance to the United States.   As such, the Supreme Court must address this ambiguity.

However, aside from this issue I sincerely believe that President Trump is acting squarely within his constitutional authority as he makes a dizzying array of decisions to begin reigning in the enormously wasteful behemoth we know as the federal government. 

I continue to be stunned each day as Elon Musk and his band of brilliant 19–20-year-olds grind through the data and records of  federal agencies and identify grossly wasteful and often anti-American use of hard-earned American taxpayer dollars. 

Those who seek to thwart the implementation of the People’s will for their government so clearly stated on Nov. 5, 2024, are themselves committing potential treason, and are themselves creating the ‘constitutional crisis.’

(Shreveport attorney, Royal Alexander, worked in D.C. in the U.S. House of Representatives for nearly 8 years for two different Members of Congress from Louisiana.  He has witnessed up close several Speaker races. He can be reached at RoyalAlexanderlawfirm@gmail.com .)

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Brian Wayne Jackson, 49, 6400 block Hwy. 531, Heflin: arrested Feb. 13 by WPSO on two outstanding warrants for distribution of CDS Sch. II (methanmpetamines). Bond set $30,000.

Jon Wesley Alsup, 34, Hwy. 371, Minden: arrested Feb. 13 by WPSO on outstanding warrant. Bond set $25,000.

Joycelyn Ann Abroms, 30, Wagner St., Shreveport: arrested Feb. 14 by WPSO on warrant for failure to appear on a charge of possession of CDS Sch. II. Bond set $10,000.

Britney Nicole Moore, 35, 800 blok Crichton St., Minden: arrested Feb. 13 by MPD for operating a vehicle with suspended license. Bond set $1,500 cash or $15,000 surety.

Armonice Langston, 28, Shreveport: arrested Feb. 16 by WPSO on fugitive warrant from Lincoln Parish SO. No bond set.

Jaidyn Kyle Cox, 21, 200 block Frye Rd., Springhill: arrested Feb. 13 by WPSO for resisting an officer, no seatbelt. No bond set.

Michael Loyd Williamson, 43, 1800 block King Orchard Rd., Sarepta: arrested Feb. 14 by WPSO for DUI first offense, speeding, possession of open alcoholic beverage, improper lane usage. No bond set.

Jeffery Rogers, 30, 400 block 6th St. NE, Springhill: arrested Feb. 14 by Probation and Parole for parole violation, possession of CDS Sch. II. (Methamphetamines). No bond set.

Verico Robinson, 49, 100 block Machen Dr., Springhill: arrested Feb. 14 by Springhill PD on warrants for distribution of CDS Sch. II. Total bond set $100,000.

D’Marcus Antonio Gill, 34, 1400 block Harper Lane, Minden: arrested Feb. 15 by Louisiana State Police for DWI first offense, speeding, driving under suspension. No bond set.

Gary Wayne Harris, 5400 block Hwy. 164, Sibley: arrested Feb. 14 by Louisiana State Police for DWI first offense, improper lane usage. No bond set.

Dequandelyn D. Jamerson, 29, Holomon Loop, Dubberly: arrested Feb. 17 by WPSO on outstanding warrants. Total bond set $1,801.50.

Rodney D’Wayne Thompson, 37, 5th St. NE, Springhill: arrested Feb. 16 by Springhill PD for driving under suspension, possession of CDS Sch. II, expired registration, fugitive from Webster Parish. Bond set $501.

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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February 22

8:30 a.m. Piney Hills Louisiana Master Gardeners, Buds & Blooms registration. Speakers begin at 9. First Methodist Church, 903 Broadway, Minden. Proceeds used for 4-H Youth Gardening and 4-H Scholarships.

10 a.m. until 1 p.m., South Main Mall, Springhill. Last day to register for Spring 2025, Springhill Recreation Complex.

March 1

Noon, Chili Cook-off Fundraiser benefitting The Grace Closet and LaMa Animal Rescue, Sharpe’s Department Store, Springhill.

March 22

Noon  until 3:30 p.m. MVP Room Minden Rec Center, 1000 Recreation Drive, Minden, Hearts & Halos, a heartfelt and creative event honoring families who have experienced infant or pregnancy loss. This free event is designed to offer healing through creativity, support, and connection. Spaces are limited to 30 attendees (plus 1 optional guest per registrant). RSVP is required to secure your spot. Register here: https://forms.gle/qwm5TLhhbNN5Ujbx9 

For more information: https://www.facebook.com/share/19MTtduPTF/

March 31

DEADLINE FOR THE FOLLOWING:

Meriwether Wealth and Planning is proud to support local students by offering four (4) $1,000 scholarships to eligible graduating high school seniors. They are able to double their scholarship offerings this year thanks to the generosity of their clients.

Applications are available at https://www.meriwether.com/resources and must be received by Monday, March 31, 2025 at 5 p.m.

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Jackie “Shag” Ratcliff

July 18, 1954  –  February 13, 2025

Cotton Valley, La.

Private memorial service: later date.

Malinda McConnell Gore

September 1, 1956  –  February 14, 2025

Springhill, La.

Visitation: 4 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Bailey Funeral Home, Springhill.

Visitation: 10 a.m. until noon, Central Baptist Church, Springhill.

Funeral service: Noon, immediately following second visitation. Central Baptist Church.

Burial: Springhill Cemetery.

Wendell Ray Boyd

February 8, 1946 – February 16, 2025

Heflin, La.

Graveside service: 11 a.m. February 18, 2025, Madden Cemetery, Dubberly, La., under the direction of Rockett Funeral Home, Ringgold.

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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By Pat Culverhouse

A picture may be worth a thousand words, but one particular photo posted on social media may prove to be worth time behind bars for an Arkansas man following his arrest by Springhill police on multiple charges.

Chief of Police Will Lynd said 54-year-old Law Lawezleon Munchete Davis of Waldo has been booked on charges of racketeering, possession of CDS Sch. II (methamphetamines), theft of a motor vehicle, possession of stolen things and fugitive warrant from Columbia County, Arkansas.

Davis is being held at Bayou Dorcheat Correctional Center. No bond has been set.

Davis reportedly was arrested earlier this week after a Springhill resident reportedly notified Springhill police that he spotted a UHaul truck and trailer which had been posted on a social media site as stolen in Arkansas.

Reports say officers found the vehicle parked at a business on Hwy. 371, contacted Davis, the alleged driver, and questioned him. While officers reportedly ran his identification and conducted a safety search of the suspect, a pipe used for smoking methamphetamines fell to the ground as he removed his coat.

Officers also found a large amount of suspected methamphetamines in a black box tucked inside the coat the suspect was wearing.

During a subsequent search of the UHaul, officers reportedly located a pair of motorcycles, one dirt bike, numerous household items and several sets of golf clubs.

Police learned one of the motorcycles had been stolen in Springhill; the other in Texarkana, Texas. Officers reportedly obtained video footage showing the suspect taking a motorcycle from a Springhill residence on Hwy. 371 and loading it into the UHaul.

A business owner in the area where the vehicle was parked reportedly told police the suspect had attempted to sell him the trailer and a welding machine.

More information came to police the following day when a victim whose storage unit had been broken into came to police with a list of items taken. Investigators identified items found inside the truck which reportedly were stolen from the storage unit.

According to police reports, Davis has a criminal history that includes several burglary and theft charges, plus charges for possession of illegal narcotics. Lynd said the investigation of the incident is continuing.

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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Parade Day in Minden is no longer scheduled for Saturday – thanks to Mother Nature and the prediction of high winds and possible hail.

Both parades are now slated to roll Sunday … MLK/Black History Parade and activities will start at 2 p.m., with Gloria Smith Moody serving as Grand Marshal.

Minden Mardi Gras will begin at 4 p.m., led by Grand Marshal Sen. Adam Bass.

All the food, fun, safety and security planned for Saturday’s events – JUST NOW THEY’RE ON SUNDAY. Come out and play.

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Bryndasa Boston, a 27-year-old black female of Minden, has an active warrant from a theft that occurred at Walmart.

Boston and her mother were arrested for not scanning multiple items at the self-checkout in March of 2024. However, Boston failed to appear in court and another warrant was issued for her arrest.

Anyone with information on Bryndasa Boston is encouraged to contact MPD Detective Lt. Jason Smith at 318-371-4226 (office), 318-268-1441 (cell) or email at  jksmith@mindenusa.com.

All information will be confidential.

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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Monday, February 17 is Presidents’ Day. Officially Washington’s Birthday at the federal governmental level, is a holiday in the United States celebrated on the third Monday of February. It is often celebrated to honor all those who served as presidents of the United States and, since 1879, has been the federal holiday honoring Founding Father George Washington, who led the Continental Army to victory in the American Revolutionary War, presided at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, and served as the first U.S. president from 1789 to 1797.

As many states and cities followed suit, some states that had been celebrating Lincoln’s birthday on February 12 combined the two into Presidents Day.

Special thanks to Wikipedia.

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Friday

Partly sunny, with a high near 56. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

Friday Night

A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 49. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent.

Saturday

Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 72. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90 percent.

Saturday Night

A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 33.

Sunday

Sunny, with a high near 47.

* Information provided by the National Weather Service.

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

February 22

8:30 a.m. Piney Hills Louisiana Master Gardeners, Buds & Blooms registration. Speakers begin at 9. First Methodist Church, 903 Broadway, Minden. Proceeds used for 4-H Youth Gardening and 4-H Scholarships.

March 1

Noon, Chili Cook-off Fundraiser benefitting The Grace Closet and LaMa Animal Rescue, Sharpe’s Department Store, Springhill.

March 22

Noon  until 3:30 p.m. MVP Room Minden Rec Center, 1000 Recreation Drive, Minden, Hearts & Halos, a heartfelt and creative event honoring families who have experienced infant or pregnancy loss. This free event is designed to offer healing through creativity, support, and connection. Spaces are limited to 30 attendees (plus 1 optional guest per registrant). RSVP is required to secure your spot. Register here: https://forms.gle/qwm5TLhhbNN5Ujbx9 

For more information: https://www.facebook.com/share/19MTtduPTF/

March 31

DEADLINE FOR THE FOLLOWING:

Meriwether Wealth and Planning is proud to support local students by offering four (4) $1,000 scholarships to eligible graduating high school seniors. They are able to double their scholarship offerings this year thanks to the generosity of their clients.

Applications are available at https://www.meriwether.com/resources and must be received by Monday, March 31, 2025 at 5 p.m.

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The following persons are scheduled to appear in 26th Judicial District Court on Wednesday, Feb. 19:

BANE, RICKIE

99477 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

BILES, DAVID PAUL

99119 Domestic Abuse Child Endangerment

BRIDGES, KENDALL GARY

99236 Simple Burglary

Restitution owed to the victim- $850.00, plus $127.50 fee = $977.50 total

BROWN, ANDREA PARKER-SMITH

98042 Possession of a Schedule III CDS

BURNS, VALENCIA

99001 False Personation of a Peace Officer or Firefighter

DICK, ROBERT MCKINNEY

99336 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

FLOURNOY, DAMETRICK

99478-CT.1 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

99478-CT.2 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

99478-CT.3 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

FLOURNOY, RACHEL

99499 Ct. 1 Aggravated Assault

99499 Ct. 2 Aggravated Assault

GALLMAN, LANDON MARTIN

99476-CT.1 Misdemeanor Carnal Knowledge Of A Juvenile

99476-CT.2 Contributing To The Delinquency Of Juveniles

GILL, D’MARCUS A.

99479-CT.1 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

99479-CT.2 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

99479-CT.3 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

99479-CT.4 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

HENDERSON, SHAMEKA M.

99467 Theft Under $1,000.00

HICKINGBOTTOM, JR., WILLIE JOE

98575 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

Defendant need not appear if balance is paid in full. Balance $108.00 as of 2/13

HUDSON, BRIAN RAYNARD

99472 Possession of a Schedule IV CDS

HUDSON, BRIAN RAYNARD

97803 Operating A Vehicle While Intoxicated – First Offense

JACKSON, LADARREN

99238 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

JOHNSON, CADE B

98704-CT.1 Aggravated Assault With a Firearm

98704-CT.2 False Imprisonment With A Dangerous Weapon

JOHNSON, CADE B

99378 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

LYONS, TERRANCE LEE

97504 Attempted Unauthorized Entry Of An Inhabited Dwelling

MARTIN, BRANDON EVERETT

99115-CT.1 Aggravated Flight From An Officer Where Human Life Is Endangered

99115-CT.2 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

MIMS, ALMEYCIA

99461 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty- Eight Grams)

MURRAY, SHAVIAIRRIE JUWAN

96886 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or

Controlled Dangerous Substance

POOLE, ANDRE L.

98371 Theft Under $1,000.00

POOLE, ANDRE L.

INCOMING Monetary Instrument Abuse

RASCOE, DEVON

99217-CT.1 Simple Burglary

99217-CT.2 Forgery

Restitution owed to the victim- $825.00, plus $123.75 fee = $948.75 total

REYNOLDS, JAMES ANTHONY

98631 Home Invasion

RICE, DEREK RODRIQUEZ

99453-CT.1 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

99453-CT.2 Attempted Armed Robbery

99453-CT.3 Aggravated Battery

99453-CT.4 Aggravated Battery

SEAMSTER, LATAVION K

99480 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty-Eight Grams)

99480A Domestic Abuse Child Endangerment

SIKES, BRENT D

INCOMING Theft Under $1,000.00

SNELL, JACOLBY TYRONE

INCOMING Accessory After The Fact

INCOMING Manufacture/Transfer/Possess Machine Guns

INCOMING Manufacture/Transfer/Possess Machine Guns

STOKES, ROSEMARY

99489 Theft Under $1,000.00

A Bond Return MPD

MISD, ATTORNEY Determine Counsel Charles Smith

UNDERWOOD, JEANETTE

98198 Theft of $5000 or More but Less than $25,000

Restitution owed to the victim per the report- $6,102.17, plus $915.33 fee = $7,017.50 total

WALKER, DEXTER D.

99472A Possession of a Schedule IV CDS

WILSON, BRADLEY MANNING

98319 Ct. 1 Domestic Abuse Battery – 1st Offense

98319 Violation Of Protective Order

WORTHAM, ASHUNTI D

T129924 Failure to Stop at a Stop Sign

T129924A Switched License Plates

WORTHAM, ASHUNTI D

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

INCOMING Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule I CDS

INCOMING Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule I CDS

ZUBER, JENNIFER M.

99470 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will hold a public meeting to discuss its proposed 2025-27 hunting regulation notices of intent (NOI) on Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom.

To register for the meeting, go to https://wlf-la.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_96uzly6VRwSuNhHVXznKgw.

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission (LWFC) adopted notices of intent for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 hunting seasons, 2025-26 general and Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) hunting seasons and rules and regulations, 2026 general and WMA turkey hunting season and rules and regulations, and 2025-26 migratory bird hunting season and rules and regulations at its January meeting. The LWFC also adopted several amendments to the NOI at its February meeting.

To view the full notice of intent, proposed amendments, all regulation changes and proposed hunting season dates for the upcoming hunting seasons, go to https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/resources/category/commission-action-items.

Public comment will be accepted through 4 p.m. on March 7, 2025. It will also be accepted at LWFC monthly meetings from now through March 6. Comments may be submitted directly to Dr. Jeffrey Duguay, LDWF Wildlife Division, P.O. Box 98000, Baton Rouge, LA. 70898-9000 or 225-765-2353 or by e-mail at jduguay@wlf.la.gov.

For more information, contact Dr. Jeffrey Duguay at 225-765-2353 or jduguay@wlf.la.gov.

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Charles Eugene Wells, 54, Sarepta: arrested Feb. 10 by WPSO for DWI third offense, driving on roadway lane for traffic. No bond set.

Phillip Floyd, 42, Highland Dr., Bossier City: arrested Feb. 10 by Dixie Inn PD for disturbing the peace/public intoxication.

Dedrick C. Erving, 33, 100 block McArthur St., Minden: arrested Feb. 11 by MPD on warrant for possession of CDS Sch. II (methamphetamines). Bond set $2,500.

Kenyaskey Moore, 40, 700 block Peach St., Minden: arrested Feb. 12 by MPD on two warrants for distribution of CDS Sch. II (crack cocaine). Bond set $50,000.

Hannah M. Yates, 32, 8th St., Springhill: arrested Feb. 10 by Springhill PD for possession of CDS Sch. II (methamphetamines), expired vehicle registration, no insurance.

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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Recently, crashes involving 18-wheelers and other vehicles have been noted during periods of heavy rain along the I-220 corridor at the I-49 interchange in Shreveport, and other interstates across the state.

In the coming weeks, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will be applying a friction surface treatment to the I-220 pavement in both directions at the I-49 interchange in Shreveport as a supplemental safety measure. This treatment will add a level of friction that helps motorists maintain better control in both wet and dry driving conditions.

Even with added safety features, it is imperative that drivers make good decisions behind the wheel, especially during wet weather on busy roadways or anytime driving conditions change, in an effort to help prevent crashes and ensure the safety of all road users.

DOTD officials strongly urge motorists to drive responsibly during inclement weather, particularly heavy rain events.

DOTD recommends the following tips to help avoid crashes and other incidents, especially on high-speed roadways such as interstates:

Slow down: Wet roads reduce traction, so you should slow your speed to maintain control of your vehicle.Increase following distance: You won’t be able to stop your car as quickly on a wet road, so keep more distance between you and other vehicles.

Brake gently & early: Avoid slamming on your brakes, which can cause your car to slide forward.

Avoid standing water: It can be difficult to determine exactly how deep standing water is, which can lead to skidding or hydroplaning.

Turn on your headlights: This increases your visibility and helps other drivers see you.

Avoid cruise control: Cruise control can increase the chance of losing control of your vehicle in wet conditions.

Pull over if visibility is low: If visibility is almost zero, such as with heavy fog or torrential rainfall, pull over onto the roadway shoulder if it’s safe to do so.

Remove distractions: Drivers should make every attempt to reduce or remove unnecessary distractions, should as cell phone use.

Never drive while impaired: Remember to never get behind the wheel while impaired, and this can include prescription medication that may affect judgment.

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The following civil suits were filed with the Webster Parish Clerk of Court the week of February 7 through 13. Civil suits are public record.

February 7

Centric Federal Credit Union vs. Unopened succession of Byron Renee Marcel, monies due.

Michael Pepper, Rachel Pepper, Jerry Phillips vs. KSA Engineers, City of Minden, Cleve Batte Construction, damages.

Connexus Credit Union for Steven Greene, executory process.

February 10

Lynda Gail Myers Womack, succession over $125K.

Richard Harmon Drew Jr., succession over $125K.

Newer LLC dba Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing vs. Myequanek Gill, executory process.

Lee Ware III vs. Emma Grace Damato, custody.

Christianna Hall vs. Timothy Hall, protective order.

Shelter Mutual Insurance vs. Delexus Sharvanta Tell, damages.

February 11

Discover Bank vs. Emily Sibley, monies due.

Discover Bank vs. Natalie N. Richardson, monies due.

Barbara J. Sparks vs. Jim David Hereford, damages.

February 12

Diedra Ansel Cobb, succession over $125K w/petition to probate.

Thomas Leon Smith, succession over $125K.

William Michael Matthews, succession over $125K.

Omeria Washingtonn Peters, succession under 124K.

February 13

Capital One vs. Bettye E. Frye, monies due.

Loshonder Marshall vs. Robert Marshall, divorce.

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Jack Morgan Fuller

September 5, 1932 — February 10, 2025

Minden, La.

Visitation: Noon Sunday, February 16, 2025, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Minden.

Funeral service: 2 p.m., immediately following visitation.

Burial: Bistineau Cemetery, Heflin.

Barbara Sue Clayton Kimble

March 23, 1936 — January 30, 2025

Graveside memorial at a later date.

Kathleen Johnson Strickland

October 17, 1958 — January 25, 2025

Inurnment: 2 p.m. Saturday, February 15, 2025, Gardens of Memory.

Carolyn Marie Burdine Smith

January 27, 1943 — February 3, 2025

Graveside service: 11 a.m. Thursday, February 13, 2025, Williamson Cemetery, Gibsland, La., under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 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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By Paige Gurgainers

Issues regarding a $25K grant awarded by CenterPoint Energy resulted in a heated discussion following an early exit for councilwoman Nicole Frazier at last Thursday’s City of Springhill workshop.  

According to city attorney Nelson Smith, since the grant was applied for on behalf of the City of Springhill, it was his recommendation to send the funds back due to grant requirements stating it cannot be awarded to a governmental entity, in hopes of avoiding any issues with the city and auditors.  

Frazier, who applied for the grant under the “umbrella of the city,” did it in hopes of using the funds toward establishing a tutoring/learning center in the Westside Community Center.  

“I am not here to debate, if you want to send it back that’s fine, but I was under the assumption… because I talked to the mayor about projects and making our Westside Community Center a viable place for quality of life. This is not our first conversation, it’s just public now,” said Frazier. “An email went to the mayor and went to the clerk. When I did the grant, it was not told to me that it could not be done under the city’s umbrella.” 

The center is owned by the City of Springhill, and Frazier said she could have applied for the grant under a different foundation but wanted it to be for city use.  

“I thought everything was clear,” she continued. “I did it on behalf of the city because I thought we all were a team, and we all wanted the greater good for the greatest number.”  

Frazier explained that she spoke with state representatives and multiple organizations in Springhill that expressed their interest and support for helping make this a sustainable project.  

“If I thought I was wasting my time, I would have never wasted your time and especially mine because I wanted that for our whole city,” she said. “I put it where the greatest need was. I am not a criminal. It is not personal. I have good ethics.  

“Most people that live in District 1 are poverty kids that come and go to school. That walk without a sidewalk. It is not fair. It is injustice. I work hard to make everything I do for the city shine, from every parade to every article – blood, sweat and tears,” Frazier continued. “I sit here with my colleagues that are arguably saying that something is wrong. I am not offended. I am just disappointed.” 

The city attorney, Mayor Ray Huddleston and board members agreed there were no issues with what the money was intended, but the procedure by which the grant was applied.  

Councilwoman Stacey Willard also added this needed to be done with board approval. She said, “We have to give approval. We have never discussed that you or whoever is involved in this is going to start a learning/tutor center because that is something that we are going to have to continuously fund.” 

Ultimately, it was decided the funds would be sent back to CenterPoint to avoid issues with future audits, but since the grant program has ended, they were unsure of whether the money would be accepted.  

Other issues discussed during the workshop included the unfinished Splash Pad – the contractors overseeing the completion of the project wanting more money and threatening to sue engineer John French personally – along with city vehicle usage and a pay raise for the mayor and Chief of Police Will Lynd.

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By Bonnie Culverhouse

Sometimes growth is about connectivity, and City of Minden officials are discussing a new connection between Lewisville Road and Methodist Camp Road to make direct access easier and encourage growth.

On a recent trek to Washington DC, this was one of the projects pitched for funding by City Councilpersons and Mayor Nick Cox.

“The road would go from Lewisville, all the way back to the (Minden) airport and Methodist Camp along a high line that is currently there,” Cox said. “It would provide an extra exit for Glenbrook School.”

According to Cox, a local businessman owns property adjacent to Gardens of Memory Cemetery.

“If he so desired, he could develop that property for housing, which we need because we are really landlocked,” Cox said. “With all the growth potential Minden is seeing, we need to ‘get our house ready,’ so to speak.”

When that happens, infrastructure would be in place.

The presentation included the following:

Lewisville Road to Methodist Camp Connector Project

PROJECT TIMELINE: 26 MONTHS

The City of Minden is seeking nearly $6.4 million in federal, state, and

local funding to construct a new road that connects Lewisville Road

and Methodist Camp Road. The construction of this new road will not

only make Minden’s airport more accessible, but will also alleviate

traffic congestion, prevent crashes, and increase pedestrian safety near

Glenbrook School. The proposed roadway will stretch 1.25 miles and is

located in a growth area for Minden.

Funding & Support Needed

Estimated Funding Needed: $6,344,380.85

Traffic Counts: $8,000

Environmental: $38,600

Survey: $69,600

Preliminary Design: $48,200

Geotechnical: $28,900

Hydrologic & Hydraulic Study: $33,800

Utility Relocations: $26,700

Engineering: $698,200

Construction Inspection: $577,760

Construction: $4,814,620.85

Potential Funding Opportunities

• Delta Regional Authority Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Program

• FY 2026 Congressionally Directed Spending (pending inclusion in TIP)

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