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Wed
16
Sep

“Kiss a Pig” Fundraiser to Benefit DeSoto Animal Services

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A fundraiser has been set with a unique twist to it…almost like a pig’s tail. In fact the benefit involves shelter animal, Sugar, who just happens to be a Vietnamese Pot Bellied pig that was captured running loose several weeks ago by Interim Director of Animal Services Harold Renfro.
 
 

 

Wed
16
Sep

Ribbon Cutting Held at Charlie’s Café in Mansfield

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Ribbon Cutting ceremony was held to commemorate the grand opening of Charlieʼs Café, which is located at 12805 Hwy 171 in Mansfield. Owner Charnie Renfro (with scissors) is pictured with staff, family, friends and officials at during the ribbon cutting that was held on September 5. Charlieʼs Café is open Sunday through Thursday from 8:00 AM until 3:00 PM, and on Friday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 9:00 PM.
 
 
Wed
16
Sep

Candidates Qualify for Both Local and State Offices

During the time span of September 8 through 10, candidates for both local and state offices officially threw their hats into the ring for the October 24 election. In DeSoto, Clerk of Court Jeremy Evans, Assessor Anne Gannon and Coroner Jeffrey L. Evans were unopposed and will retain their offices for four more years.
 
 

 

Wed
09
Sep

Fall Election Deadlines for Office Qualifications and Voting Information Disclosed

If you plan to vote in the October and/or November elections, time is of the essence to register to vote or to qualify for political offices. DeSoto voters will go to the polls October 24 for the Gubernatorial primary as well as general election for the DeSoto Parish Police Jury, DeSoto Parish Sheriff, Louisiana House of Representatives for District 7, Clerk of Court, Tax Assessor and Louisiana State Senator for District 38.
 

 

Wed
09
Sep

DRHS Foundation’s 2015 Magnolia Benefit “Tricks or Treats” Announced

By: Terrie Baker
 
Preparations for this year’s DeSoto Regional Health System Foundation’s fall fundraising event are well underway. The 2015 Magnolia Benefit will be Saturday, October 10, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Clista A. Calhoun Center located on the grounds of the Mansfield Female College, 515 Louisiana Street.
 

 

Wed
09
Sep

DPSB Administrator Honored for Outstanding School Business Achievement

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Steven Stanfield, RSBO, SFO, director of business services for the DeSoto Parish School Board, was honored recently by the Association of School Business Officials International with its Distinguished Eagle Award. The Distinguished Eagle Award is presented annually to three school business officials who display outstanding leadership and dedication to their districts and students.
 

 

Wed
09
Sep

Larry Bagley Announces Candidacy for Louisiana Representative – District 7

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Larry Bagley of Logansport has announced his candidacy for the Louisiana House of Representatives, District 7. He is seeking to follow in the footsteps of Richie Burford, who is running for a seat in the Louisiana State Senate. Bagley has been involved in education, retiring after 44 years. Most of those years have been as a coach and Assistant Principal.
 

 

Wed
09
Sep

Gary Burns to Seek DPPJ District 4C Seat

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Lifelong DeSoto Parish resident Gary Burns has announced his intent to run for the District 4C seat of the DeSoto Parish Police Jury. Burns stated that he feels that it is time for a change and he would be honored to serve the constituents of his district for the betterment of DeSoto Parish.
 

 

Wed
09
Sep

Employee of the Year Banquet Names Winners and Key to the City Recipient

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Mansfield Alive’s Second Annual Employee of the Year Banquet was held on August 29 at the Clista A. Calhoun Center with a diverse crowd of businessmen, politicians and families to honor various Mansfield workers and professionals.
 

 

Wed
02
Sep

Britni Ferrier, Gus Hall and Laurie Williamson Accept Limited Partnerships

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Edward Jones currently employs nearly 40,000 associates in all 50 states and through its affiliate in Canada. This year marks the 40 thanniversary of the firm's first partnership offering - and today Edward Jones has expanded thep artnership to more than 20,000 limited partners.

 

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