Congratulations teachers, students, and faculty on a great school year in DeSoto Parish! We are so very thankful for all of the hard-working educators who are shaping the future leaders of our community and abroad. Sheriff Richardson has visited each of the schools in our Parish over this past... + continue reading
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The history of DeSoto Parish is intimately connected to the men and women of the past years. Yes, they made DeSoto with their dedication and hard work. Several men and women have been written about in this column most of whom this writer knew and felt should be remembered. Of course, there have... + continue reading
OR Happy May 1st Eve – What?! Oh yes, let me tell you about another treasure excursion that Susan and I had last week. I first heard about Walpurgis Night years ago when I read Bram Stoker’s excellent book ‘Dracula’ - The book that started the whole Vampire myth in Western... + continue reading
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The Joaquin High School Boy’s and Girl’s Track athletes continued their push into the post season by competing in the 2A Region 3 Track Meet this past weekend at Palestine High School. The top 4 qualifiers from UIL Class 2A Districts 17-24 showed up hoping for a chance to advance to the... + continue reading
The North DeSoto Lady Griffins came into this season on a mission as they were ousted in the Semifinals last season by Deridder who went on to win the 4A title. A group of 10 seniors entered this season with some unfinished business to attend to and set their sights on one more state title to add... + continue reading
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My story as a high school athlete is typical and easily relatable to most athletes. I came from a small school, no one really cared if I went to play in college, I didn’t have much support, and... + continue reading
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The history of DeSoto Parish is intimately connected to the men and women of the past years. Yes, they made DeSoto with their dedication and hard work. Several men and women have been written about... + continue reading
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On Thursday of last week, the Joaquin Ram Concert Band traveled to Bullard High School for the annual UIL Concert and Sight-Reading Contest.
The band received a First Division rating from all... + continue reading
