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The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces a $2.6 million project to repair a portion of LA 3015 near Grand Cane in DeSoto Parish.

The project, which is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 16, 2026, stretches from US 171 to LA 175 (6.7 miles in length) and includes drainage structures, full-depth base repairs, new asphalt paving to repair the driving surface, permanent roadway striping, and related work.

Alternating lane closures will be necessary to allow for both the replacement of the cross drain pipes and asphalt paving work.

Motorists should pay attention to advanced warning signage and any flagging operations that are being utilized, and drive with caution through the construction zone.

The entire project is anticipated to be complete in late Summer 2026, with progress dependent on weather conditions and other factors that can impact construction timelines.

Addison Burnley has qualified and is headed to the JUNIOR OLYMPICS! She qualified in both, Air Rifle and Smallbore Rifle and she got her start right here in DeSoto Parish 4-H. We couldn’t be more proud of her and her accomplishments and will be rooting for her April 8-13th when she takes her chance at becoming a Junior Olympian!

State Representative Larry Bagley announced several legislative priorities Monday as the Louisiana Legislature convened for the opening of the 2026 Regular Session.

Bagley said his legislative priorities this session include removing the cap on parish severance tax revenues, eliminating Louisiana’s vehicle inspection sticker requirement, and addressing workforce issues affecting teachers and state employees.

Among the measures Bagley has filed is House Bill 156, a proposed constitutional amendment that would remove the current cap on severance tax revenues returned to parishes where natural resources are produced. The proposal would allow parishes to receive the full share of severance tax revenues already provided for under the Louisiana Constitution.

North DeSoto Schools were excited to recognize their Griffins’ and Lady Griffins’ relay teams during this morning’s assembly. Both teams brought FIRST PLACE trophies back to Stonewall. Additionally, our two 4 x 100 relay teams placed first in their events. GREAT JOB, GRIFFINS!!

December 15, 2025 DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Jayson Richardson The DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office continues its ongoing effort to keep the streets of our parish clean and safe from illegal drug activity. Under the direction of Sheriff Jayson Richardson, the DeSoto Sheriff Street Level Interdiction Unit (S.L.I.U.) has made several recent arrests related to possession of illegal narcotics and associated offenses. Below is a summary of those arrests:

• Brittany N. Jones, a 35-yearold White Female of Shreveport, LA, was arrested on 12/02/2025 by S.L.I.U. (Street Level) of the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office and booked into the DeSoto Detention Center on charges of: — Possession of Schedule II (Meth) — Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon — Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of CDS — Possession of Drug Paraphernalia — Improper Lane Usage — Proper Equipment Required, Display of Plate — Driving Under Suspension

Only two teams get to play the last game in the Texas State Finals. Joaquin was one of them. That’s not a loss, that’s legacy, effort, and a standard set for those coming next. This was the first time for either of these two teams to go to the state playoffs. They both gave it their all! Proud of these men!

Bon Chasse Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution celebrated 90 years December 6th with an open house at the Mansfield Female College Museum. Friends, family and DAR members from other Northwest Louisiana chapters were welcomed to enjoy refreshments and review memorabilia from the past 90 years. Bon Chasse Chapter was chartered on December 6, 1935 by a group of DeSoto Parish ladies who were members of DAR in Caddo Parish and felt the need to bring the organization to DeSoto Parish. DAR’s motto is God, Home and Country, focusing on patriotism, historic preservation and education.”

The Keachi Heritage Foundation, Inc. is proudly hosting their annual Christmas Musicale, entitled “A Classical Christmas Evening”. The event is slated for Sunday, December 20 at 6:00 PM at the Keachi Presbyterian Church, located on Hwy 5. Featured entertainment for the evening will be The Festival String Quartet from Shreveport.

There have been some changes in The Enterprise’s initial article to promote this event. This year the quartet features Mary Eileen Grant on First Violin, Zackery Grant on Viola, Laura Huff on Cello, and Robert Schaumburg on 2nd Violin. Dr. Leonard Kacenjar, who originated the event has passed away, but this event will be held in his memory. A group Christmas Carol singing will be held after the quartet’s performance.

This senior class for North DeSoto ended their freshman in the Dome and now they were going to end their senior year in the same place. The only difference this time is they wanted to walk out with the trophy. It was the 1 seed versus 2 seed. 13–0 versus 13–0. They were taking on Iowa, a team they had already faced two out of the last three seasons. This time it was for all the marbles. Both teams fighting for their first state championship in school history.

Mansfield High School showed up and showed OUT in Washington, D.C. as our very own Jacques Burton and Yuxi Zheng represented us with excellence at the JAG National Student Leadership Academy, December 2–5.

These outstanding scholars didn’t just attend — they made their voices heard on a national stage. Jacques and Yuxi advocated for JAG on Capitol Hill, holding meaningful conversations with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and Congressman Cleo Fields.

Throughout NSLA, they connected with business leaders, industry influencers, and key JAG stakeholders, proudly sharing their stories, their accomplishments, and the power of what Mansfield students can do when given the opportunity.

This wasn’t just a trip — it was a moment, and our Wolverines rose to it. We are so proud of them for representing Mansfield with brilliance, confidence, and leadership.