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Join us at BackAlley Community Theatre in Grand Cane as we present Rock-n-Roll Christmas with FlashbackShow times are Friday, December 13, at 7:00 pm, and Saturday, December 14 @ 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Tickets are available for $20 at backalleygrandcane.com. If you have questions or need assistance, call our box office at 318-461-0202.

Flashback, Louisiana’s premier9-piece195060’s show band, includes some of Louisiana’s most talented and experienced instrumentalists, vocalists, and recording artists who simply love and want to preserve the root of rock-n roll. Flashback has always been very popular at BackAlley, and will be even more so with their addition of Christmas to their doo-wop music of the 50’s. Make your reservations soon, as they will be performing at Back-Alley for one weekend only.

Math and science master teacher will join national network of 3,000 pioneering professionals working to shape the future of education On December 5, Milken Educator Awards Founder Lowell Milken delivered Charday Wilson, a Logansport High School math and science master teacher, the surprise of a lifetime. The LHS alumna walked up to accept the prestigious honor as everything started to crystalize: The assembly with State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley was in her honor.

“Charday Wilson is a strong instructional leader, caring mentor, and dedicated member of her community,” said Lowell Milken. “As a product of Logansport High School, Charday understands the school’s goals and needs intrinsically and works with students and staff every step of the away to meet them. I look forward to the useful contributions she will bring to the national Milken Educator Award Network.”

On Wednesday, Dec. 4th, DARE Officers with Shreveport PD, Caddo & Bossier Sheriff, and DeSoto Sheriff, gathered at Target for the annual “Shop With a Cop” event! The Northwestern Louisiana DARE Officers Association allows for 10 kids to come in and spend $200 each on anything their hearts desire. Their aim is seeking out families who may be experiencing less fortunate circumstances during the Christmas season. From the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office, Lt. Natasha Jones and SRO Dy. Tony Turner participated in the event along with many others who enjoyed a great time and many smiles with all the kids.

Sheriff Jayson Richardson reports that three more arrests were recently made involving the illegal distribution or possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS), among other related crimes. In an ongoing effort to keep dangerous drugs off of our streets, DeSoto Sheriff teams of SWAT, SLIU (Street Level Interdiction Unit), Narcotics Agents, and K9 Units are constantly active in their investigative methods to bring justice to those aiming harm to our community. The following are just the recent string of narcotics arrests, with more to follow in the coming days: On 10/19/2024, Triston L.

K9 Deputy Hunter Martinez (pictured) and his new partner, K9 Cholo (also pictured but with more hair), have recently completed the K9 Academy together and will officially begin all sniffing duties tomorrow, Dec. 4th! Cholo is a male German Short Haired Pointer, specially trained in Narcotics and Tracking. He will be a great addition when handling missing persons and/or children!

A brother in arms, a Green Beret A friend and family each and every day Strong, humble and devoted Honors rarely noted Head kept down doing his job Then back to the FOB missions Conquered and defeated Never once being retreated. Aways from home many times…only once in the headlines Nor for glory nor for fame Most never knew his name Starred fear in the eyes while standing tall One great hero to us all Rode that plane called the “Angel Flight” So we could sleep in peace at night Many left here, here to sob For he was to become a Soldier of God Saluting you my hero, my friend Until we meet yet once again!

The holiday season is set to shine bright in Stonewall, with the return of its beloved Christmas Parade and the debut of a new community event. Mark your calendars for December 9, 2024, as the town transforms into a festive wonderland, promising fun and excitement for all ages.

Christmas Parade Brings Festive Cheer This year marks the 9th annual Stonewall Christmas Parade, with the theme “A Charlie Brown Christmas”. The parade will roll through the North Desoto School Complex at 6:30 PM on December 9, featuring dazzling floats, spirited music, and a special appearance by Santa Claus himself.

Following the parade, spectators will be treated to a breathtaking fireworks show, lighting up the night sky with holiday magic.

When we count our blessings at Thanksgiving the majority of us are safe and warm in our homes, surrounded by an extreme amount of food and family to share it with. Do we stop and think about how we earned the celebration and enjoy that luxurious freedom? Although we recently celebrated Veterans Day, we need to stop and thank our veterans that sacrificed so much in wars the United States has fought in from off and on from 1776 until our present time. Most of them were only young boys and men that left home for the first time in their lives to answer a greater cause than self worth… the love of their country.

It’s been just a little over 7 years since DeSoto Parish lost our own soldier hero, Green Beret SSG Richard Lee Vazquez, who was killed in action in Afghanistan. What seemed like a nightmare that always happened in other parts of the United States, the tragedy hit home in our community with many family and friends affected due to the loss of one of our hometown boys.

Leadership points to the people of Louisiana as biggest winners

Legislators adjourned the 3rd Special Session of 2024 ahead of schedule adopting several bills focused on improving Louisiana’s tax structure and returning more money to its citizens. Lawmakers had until Monday, at 6:00 p.m. to complete their work on tax reform, but instead finished just before 3:30 pm today.

Legislation headed to the governor’s desk for signature includes but is not limited to reducing both personal and corporate income taxes for everyone, doubling the standard tax deductions for seniors, getting rid of the state’s corporate franchise tax, making permanent a $2,000 teacher pay raise and advancing a constitutional amendment giving lawmakers more flexibility to reduce taxes in the future.

An investigation by DPSO Narcotics Agents has recently concluded with one suspect arrested on charges of Distribution of Schedule II (Crack Cocaine). Over the course of the investigation an arrest warrant was issued for 53yo Carlan A. Williams (B/M of Mansfield, LA.) Two search warrants were also obtained by Narcotics Agents for two residences linked to Williams in Mansfield, LA, one on South Park Avenue and another on Cooper Road. On the afternoon of November 21, 2024, while conducting surveillance on the suspect, Carlan A. Williams was observed leaving the residence on South Park Avenue in a vehicle. Williams was traffic stopped by DPSO Street Level Interdiction (SLIU) and K9 Units. Williams was taken into custody on the existing arrest warrant without incident. On the same afternoon, DeSoto Narcotics Agents, SWAT, K9, and SLIU executed the search warrants of both residences.