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The names of approximately 110 DeSoto Parish residents who are owed money from the State of Louisiana are published in this week’s Enterprise. Please turn to pages 14-15 to see if you, a family member, or a friend is on the unclaimed property list.

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The Mansfield Police Department will hold a barbeque fundraiser for one of their deputies on Friday, October 23 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Mindy Mason Shaw was recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and all proceeds will go to her and her family for medical related expenses.

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In next week’s edition of The Enterprise, you’ll find a list of DeSoto Parish residents who are owed money by the state of Louisiana.

The state currently has millions of dollars it wants to return to its rightful owners, but first it has to locate those to whom money is owed, according to State Treasurer John M. Schroder Sr.

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For the first time in the history of the 50 Mile Trail of Treasure event, organizers had to call a rain date due to the forecast in our area for Hurricane Delta. The weather ended up being beautiful and sunny to the dismay of all. The silver lining of our clouds was to grant vendors and treasure hunters additional time to prepare for one of DeSoto Parish’s favorite events. Booths are scheduled to set up around 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. with many choosing to stay longer.

On June 4, 2019, the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office received information of possible improper actions of an employee, who was immediately placed on administrative leave and subsequently terminated for policy violations.

A joint investigation between the DeSoto Parish Sheriff ’s Office and Louisiana State Police found that former Deputy Joseph P. Procell had arrested a female subject for an out of state warrant. During the transport of the individual to the correctional facility, it is believed Procell coerced the in-custody individual to perform a sexual act in exchange for leniency.

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On Thursday, October 8, a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held at the new Stonewall Municipal Complex and DeSoto Parish Sheriff ’s Department Annex. The building houses not only the DPSO Stonewall Substation and the Town of Stonewall offices but several parish annex offices as well. Those located under the same roof include the DeSoto Registrar of Voters, Clerk of Court, and Tax Assessor.

Louisiana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin was part of the ceremony, and joined DeSoto Parish officials in their excitement over parish voters now having two locations for early voting, with additional plans for others in the future. Early voters can now vote at the Registrar of Voters Office at 104 Crosby Street in Mansfield or at the ROV Annex, located at 1745 Hwy 171 in Stonewall.

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On October 4, the DeSoto Parish Sheriff ’s Department released a statement regarding the shooting death of Demarcus Lewis with a warrant issued for the arrest for 41-year old Douglas Thomas of Mansfield. He was considered armed and dangerous and was last seen driving a 2006 light blue Lexus SUV.

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On Thursday, October 8, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that Louisiana will stay in Phase 3, keeping its strong COVID-19 mitigation measures, including a continued statewide mask mandate, in place for another 28 days.

The Governor moved Louisiana to Phase 3 in September, following declines in new cases and hospitalizations. Case numbers have spiked already twice in Louisiana – once in April and again in July.

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There are two very important things going on in October that we must not overlook. Early voting dates for the Presidential and various local offices on October 16, running though thru October 27 and the United States Census has been extended until October 31.

The Secretary of State’s website says the Registrars of Voters will open their offices from 8:00 a.m. to 7 p.m. for each day of early voting. When you go to cast your vote early, you will be asked to identify yourself with either a photo ID or signature on a voter affidavit. You may use a Louisiana driver’s license, a Louisiana special identification card, a United States military identification card that contains the applicant’s name and picture or other generally recognized picture identification card that has your name and signature. You may wish to contact your local Registrar of Voters Office for specific locations, dates and times.

Executive Director of the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce Brenda Hall has announced that the speakers for the October 20th meeting will be the candidates for District Attorney and two judge’s seats. All candidates are vying for positions within the 42nd Judicial District. Those speaking include the District Attorney incumbent Gary Evans who is challenged by Charles Adams. Candidates for the District A Judges seat are incumbent Amy Burford McCartney who is being challenged by Brenda Ford. The District B judge’s seat was left vacant when Adams retired his position. Two candidates, Nicholas Gasper and George Winston, are seeking that seat.

Due to the reduced capacity in the building the Chamber will only be able to accept the first 53 people that sign up. A boxed lunch will be provided for $11.00 and you must RSVP by October 14. Hall stated that they couldn’t accept more than the law allows. If you do not RSVP you cannot attend due to COVID-19 mandates.