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We will be hosting a Fish Fry fundraiser for Corrections Sgt. Luther Butler and his wife Nina at the Old Market Basket parking lot on May 15th at 11 a.m. Plates are $15 each and will contain fried fish, french fries, hushpuppies, dessert and a drink. Diagnosed with Stage 3 Kidney Disease in 2016, Nina Butler is currently seeking a life-saving Kidney Donor. All funds received from this fundraiser will go to assist the Butler family with hardships due to upcoming medical expenses. We sure hope to see everyone on May 15th to support this wonderful family!

Cash and Checks will be accepted at Pick-Up, and you may reserve plates by contacting Holly at 318–872–3956.

On May 6, 2025, two deputies with the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office were honored at the KTAL 2025 Salute the Badge Annual Awards Banquet. In July of 2024, the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s office shared a story where Sheriff Richardson had honored Deputy Tristan Reed and Sgt. Angela Jordan for their life-saving efforts during a shooting that took place on July 6, 2024.

Both Reed and Jordan responded without hesitation, offering triage of the shooting victim, caring for wounds, maintaining calm, and continued treatment until EMS arrived to take over. KTAL Channel 6 News picked up on this story and selected Reed and Jordan to be honored this year at their banquet. Sheriff Richardson offers his appreciation to the Channel 6 News Team and their sponsors, Marketplace Chevrolet, for hosting this event every year to recognize and honor First Responders all across the area.

Lattorreous Deauntre Kelly is 32 a year old black male, standing 6’03” and approximately 171lb. His last know address was on Square Street in Mansfield, LA, and he is currently wanted by the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office on charges of: Tier 1 Failure to Register as a Sex Offender Offense 14:80 — Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile If you have information that may lead investigator to locating this suspect please contact our office at 318– 872–3956. You may also report anonymously using one of the following methods: Visit www.P3Tips. com

Use the “Submit A Tip” feature in Contact Us section of the DeSoto Sheriff App Call 1–800–505–7867

Bring your family and get ready for the Easter Bunny at 108 North 2nd Street in Logansport on Saturday, April 19. Games start at 11:00 a.m. with the Egg Drop at 1:00 p.m. Other activities include egg hunting, golden egg prizes, Easter related games and face painting.

Be sure and join in the fun while we celebrate the risen Christ and children enjoy family participation with family and friends. Baskets, blankets, insect repellant, and foldable chairs are some items you might consider bringing.

Northwestern State University’s School of Education signed two agreements April 8 that will facilitate credit articulation for teachers seeking master’s degrees.

One agreement signed between NSU and the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana (A+PEL) addresses the articulation of the Ready to Teach Louisiana (RTL) curriculum developed by A+PEL that leads to alternative teacher certification and Louisiana Level 1 teacher

licensure. Per the partnership with NSU, students who complete the Ready to Teach curriculum and earn a Louisiana Level 1 teacher certificate can receive 15 hours of credit from NSU towards a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a Transition to Teaching concentration.

On April 12, Mrs. Lottie Joyce of Pelican celebrated her 101st birthday. She was one of twelve children born to Joe Henry and Georgia Joyce, born somewhere in the middle. She was originally from Sligo in Bossier Parish. Later she would marry and become Mother to 7 boys, with 5 sons still alive today. Mrs. Joyce has been blessed by God with her lengthy life because she has blessed so many family and friends with all of her love and goodness. She is still active but she no longer is a caretaker, something she did for years. Her granddaughter Tamesha, in addition to other family members, wish her a special 101st year in 2025 as she continues to bless us with her presence. Have a Happy and Blessed Birthday!

At the DeSoto Parish School Board April 10 board meeting, they proudly recognized three outstanding team members for their dedication and excellence: Sherica McDaniel (MMS) — Support Staff of the Month: Mrs. Mc-Daniel’s exemplary efforts not only helped the students, but the school’s success as a whole.

Samantha Wilson (NDMS) — New Teacher of the Month: Ms. Wilson’s natural ability to self reflect is positively impacting students during her first year of teaching.

Jessica Rawlings (NDUE) — Teacher of the Month: The DPSB states that they are blessed to have her as part of their team and immensely grateful for her efforts to grow the capacity of others.

Thank you for your commitment to our students and schools!

DeSoto Detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the (3) three individuals in the attached images. The photos were taken from the surveillance footage recorded at Love’s Travel Stop on February 1st, 2025. Detectives are aiming to speak with one or all of the individuals pictured regarding an incident that took place on that date. Any information you may have can be sent to our detectives through the DeSoto Sheriff App “Submit a Tip” form, or you may call our Main Office at (318) 872-3956 and ask to speak with a detective. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest. To report anonymously and directly through Crime Stoppers, you may call 1-800-505-7867 or visit www.P3Tips.com

The DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in regard to (2) two wanted individuals. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 for any information that leads to an arrest.

— Zachary Ingram, a 35yo white male of Mansfield, is currently being sought on one Felony Charge of Simple Burglary.

— Frederick Williams, a 27yo black male of Logansport, is currently being sought on charges of Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule I, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, and Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of a Controlled Dangerous Substance.

You may submit any information you may have anonymously by calling 1-800-5057867 or visiting www. P3Tips.com. You may also send your information using the DeSoto Sheriff App by using the “Submit A Tip” form, and choose to remain anonymous as well. *All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Shreveport native and former businessman and longtime U.S. Sen. J. Bennett Johnston died on Tuesday, March 25. He was 92 years old.

The C.E. Byrd High graduate attended the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y., and Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Va., and later graduated from Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU in Baton Rouge.

The attorney, politician and later lobbyist from Louisiana served in both chambers of the Louisiana Legislature, as a representative from 1964-68 and as a senator from 1968-72. During the latter part of that period, Johnston ran for governor of Louisiana. But in 1971, then U.S. Rep. Edwin W. Edwards scored a razor’s edge triumph over Johnston in a runoff for the Democratic nomination.