THREE SUPERINTENDENT APPLICATIONS were submitted to the Franklin Parish School Board. Board members will now convene Nov. 18 at 5 p.m. in a special meeting at the School Board office to review applications, vote on who to interview and discuss interview questions. Pictured above School Board…
THREE SUPERINTENDENT APPLICATIONS were submitted to the Franklin Parish School Board. Board members will now convene Nov. 18 at 5 p.m. in a special meeting at the School Board office to review applications, vote on who to interview and discuss interview questions. Pictured above School Board…
Allegations of bribery against a state Supreme Court justice and the amount of political spending by trial lawyers and other special interest groups in a key race for a seat on the Supreme Court highlight the need for judicial reform in Louisiana, advocates say.
First-time candidate for office Eddie Rispone’s campaign to unseat Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards has focused more on his personal attributes, his business acumen and his alignment with President Donald Trump than on specific issues.
Aaron Mitchell Adcock, 42, of Rayville, was sentenced last week by U.S. District Judge Terry Doughty, to two years in prison for possession with intent to distribute marijuana and five years in prison for possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, to run consecutively.
A Bossier City woman lost her life last week after the vehicle she was driving traveled off the road and struck a large tree in Franklin Parish.
The Trump Administration recently appointed Roy Holleman as the new State Director for USDA Rural Development in Louisiana. Holleman started his new role Oct. 28.
David Ray Johnson, 36, of Winnsboro and Lakendria Nicole Goings, 35, of Monroe were sentenced to a total of 69 years for robbing three financial institutions at gunpoint and for multiple firearms violations, announced United States Attorney David C. Joseph.
Thomas A Dickerson, a Delhi farmer, was sentenced Nov. 7 to 10 years in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release for lying to more than seven financial institutions, insurance providers and government entities in an effort to obtain over $18 million illegally, announced U…
The following arrests were recorded at the Franklin Parish Detention Center between Nov. 4-12, 2019.
Boggy Bayou and Baker’s Cutoff projects are nearing completion while contractors wait for lift station pumps at Abe Lincoln / Horace White sewer treatment plant, said Ken McManus with McManus Engineering Consultants.
Some 3,600 Franklin Parish residents cast their votes early for Saturday’s general election, said Geneva Cupp, Franklin Parish Registrar of Voters.
Maggie Williams
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis has revised its assessment of Louisiana’s economy in the first quarter of this year, saying the state’s gross domestic product didn’t grow after initially saying its growth led the southeast.
A Fort Scott Street building donation and a 10-year land lease will enable Wisner officials to create a public park and business incubator, said Mayor Marc McCarty.
Winnsboro Campus of Louisiana Delta Community College (LDCC) announced the LPN to RN Bridge program is being offered its students.
The following arrests were recorded at the Franklin Parish Detention Center between Oct. 28 - Nov. 4, 2019.
William T. Tolar
Winnsboro Mayor Sonny Dumas and town councilmen continue to hear concerns from constituents over proposed amendments to Section 28 that would set stricter rules on backpacks, “private outdoor events” and prohibit block parties.
As of Tuesday morning, a total of 1,266 voters had cast their early ballots for the Nov. 16 general election.
Thirty-five different narcotic-related arrest warrants were issued as of Tuesday morning by the Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Office narcotics division, said Sheriff Kevin Cobb.
President Donald Trump's campaign will hold a Keep America Great! rally at the Monroe Civic Center on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m.
Both of the surviving campaigns for governor claimed victory in Wednesday night’s debate, the only one-on-one debate between incumbent Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards and his Republican challenger, Eddie Rispone, before the Nov. 16 election.
Gov. John Bel Edwards said this week he was “not giving up on tax reform” if he is reelected next month, though he didn’t express confidence lawmakers would agree to restructure the state's tax system.
The Louisiana Department of Education is seeking applications from school systems, colleges and employers to create pilot programs for a fifth year of high school.
It’s a cliché to say an election will come down to turnout, but when the race is as close as Louisiana’s election for governor appears to be, the old expression is unavoidable.
Catahoula and Tensas parish voters will get a chance to go to the polls in early voting starting Nov. 2 and running through Nov. 9 except for Sunday, Nov. 3.
Early voting for the Nov. 16 general election will begin Nov. 2 and run through Nov. 9, said Geneva Cupp, Franklin Parish Registrar of Voters.
After 13 years and $25 million spent, the Franklin Parish school system’s building renovation program is approaching its final stages.
A five-year, garbage-service contract with Waste Connections of Monroe was approved Oct. 16 during a Franklin Parish Police Jury special meeting.
Franklin Medical Center’s net position and current assets increased while current liabilities decreased for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2019, according to its annual audit report prepared by Lester, Miller & Wells of Alexandria.
Paula Linette Holloway
The following arrests were recorded at the Franklin Parish Detention Center between Oct.21-28, 2019.
Troy J. Dennard was named 2019 Funeral Director of the Year by the Louisiana Funeral Director’s Association (LFDA) North District.
Company plans $375 million expansion in Louisiana
September was yet another rough month for Louisiana’s casino sector, with almost every property reporting falling revenue.
The amount of premium taxes collected by the Louisiana Department of Insurance has more than doubled since 2015, according to a report by the state’s Legislative Auditor.
The 22nd annual Farmers Appreciation Banquet will be held at River of Life’s auditorium, Oct. 24 at 6 p.m.
Willie Leo Pitman
The following arrests were recorded at the Franklin Parish Detention Center between Oct, 14-21, 2019.
Some 60 people turned out to see Gov. John Bel Edwards’s pay a campaign visit to Winnsboro, Tuesday.
An amendment to an existing ordinance to lower building permit costs was introduced during Monday’s Winnsboro Town Council meeting.
The Winnsboro Town Council introduced an amendment Monday night to prohibit block parties and place restrictions on private parties within the town’s corporate limits.
The following arrests were recorded at the Franklin Parish Detention Center between Oct. 7-14, 2019.
Franklin Parish Police Jury members tabled a decision Thursday night on garbage collection service provider bids to further review prices and options.
Sen. Neil Riser of Columbia will face Kevin Bates of Winnsboro in a Nov. 16 runoff in the District 20 House race.
Franklin Parish Sheriff Kevin Cobb won his bid for re-election in convincing fashion against opponent Madison Eaton Jr.
A small group of residents voiced their opinions about higher water rates at Gilbert’s regular meeting Thursday night.
Linda Lee Baccarini
Primary election is Saturday with polls opening at 7 a.m. and closing at 8 p.m.
The Louisiana Legislative Auditor has hit a roadblock in its attempt to figure out how dependent the state’s justice system is on fines and fees.
LCDBG APPLICATION AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW
Notice
TOWN OF WISNER
STATE OF LOUISIANA
Winnsboro, Louisiana
VILLAGE OF GILBERT
Executive Department
Board of Commissioners
STATE OF LOUISIANA
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