Robert “Bobby” William Sanders
March 22, 1946 - November 25, 2025
November 29, 2025
Bogalusa Rebirth Recognized by Enterprise Community Partners for Transformational Growth through Section 4 Capacity Building Support
Bogalusa Rebirth, a nonprofit Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) committed to
revitalizing neighborhoods and expanding affordable homeownership in Washington Parish, was recognized by Enterprise Community Partners as a model grantee for its outstanding use of Section 4 Capacity Building funds to drive measurable community impact.
As part of Enterprise’s national Solutions Academy Training Session, Executive Director Wendy Dupont was invited to present before more than 115 participants to highlight how Section 4 support has strengthened the organization’s internal capacity, expanded staffing, and directly advanced racial equity and affordable housing outcomes across Bogalusa.
"We were honored to be spotlighted as an example of what can happen when community-based organizations receive the right tools and technical support," said Wendy Dupont, of Bogalusa Rebirth. "Enterprise’s investment in our growth has been instrumental in transforming our organization’s reach, operations, and impact. Section 4 funding built the foundation that made everything else possible."
Since becoming a federally certified CHDO in 2017, Bogalusa Rebirth has received a total of $429,486 in direct support from Enterprise Community Partners through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Section 4 Capacity Building Program. This total includes $229,486 in capacity grants between 2019 and 2025, along with two recoverable pre-development grants of $100,000 each supporting new housing initiatives. These funds are leveraged with millions of dollars in HUD HOME funds allocated by the Louisiana Housing Corporation.
These strategic investments have:
• Expanded staff capacity through the hiring of a Homebuyer Coordinator and administrative support.
• Funded technology upgrades, including a public applicant portal and digital infrastructure for operational efficiency.
• Supported professional consulting and financial systems improvements, including certified accounting, strategic & disaster related planning, and succession planning.
• Enabled access to pre-development financing that advanced multiple single-family housing projects for low- to moderate-income buyers.
Founded in 2007 by ED Dupont, Bogalusa Rebirth has evolved from a volunteer-led initiative into a leading regional housing provider. The organization focuses on neighborhood stabilization, blight remediation, and affordable homeownership opportunities, with over 90% of its home sales serving African American families, directly advancing racial equity and closing the local homeownership gap.
"Enterprise’s partnership allows us to turn capacity into opportunity," Dupont added. "Their support has helped us build homes, create hope, and empower families who have been historically locked out of homeownership. It’s proof that strategic investment in local organizations can change the trajectory of entire communities. It is a privilege to be recognized as a champion Section 4 Advocate by their national organization for our work."
Enterprise Community Partners, a national leader in affordable housing and community development, administers Section 4 funds on behalf of HUD to strengthen nonprofit developers and community organizations nationwide. Their mission is to make good homes possible and build equitable, resilient communities which align closely with Bogalusa Rebirth’s long-term vision for a thriving Bogalusa where every family has the opportunity to build wealth and stability through homeownership.
Bogalusa Rebirth is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Donations are tax-deductible. The organization accepts monetary donations and real estate donations. The organization partners with local, state, and federal agencies to promote equitable development, restore community pride, and expand the city’s tax base through sustainable housing initiatives.
Contact: Wendy Dupont, Executive Director, Bogalusa Rebirth; Phone: (985) 735-SAVE (7283); Email: SaveBogalusa@bellsouth.net; Website: www.BogalusaRebirth.com
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for November 28, 2025
Brenda Albarado (age 46 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Failure to Appear by
the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released on $506.00 bond.
Orlando Steiner (age 36 with Slidell, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule IV Drugs and Possession of Schedule II Drugs by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Jessica Brumfield (age 24 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Sale Distribution or Possession of Legend Drugs Without Prescription or Order, and Possession of Schedule II Drugs by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $12000.00.
Darren Baham (age 33 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Kenneth Bolton (age 68 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving Left of Center/Wrong Side of Highway and Driving While Intoxicated. Bond set at $2500.00.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
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Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 67. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight A 50 percent chance of showers, mainly after 4am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm after midnight. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Sunday A 70 percent chance of showers, mainly before 3pm. Cloudy, with a high near 61. Light north wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Sunday Night A 40 percent chance of showers, mainly before 9pm. Cloudy, with a low around 43. North wind around 10 mph.
Monday A 70 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm after noon. Cloudy, with a high near 57. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night A 90 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 45. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest after midnight.
November 28, 2025
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for November 25-27, 2025
Guy Atchley (age 42 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Assault, Cruelty to a Juvenile(s), and Illegal Use of CDS in Presence of Person Under 17 YOA by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $20000.00.
Kevin Smith (age 55 with Diamondhead, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of Negligent Vehicular Injuring, Driving Left of Center/Wrong Side of Highway, Driving While Intoxicated, and Expired License Plate by the Louisiana State Police. Released on $15000.00 bond.
Shaquille Burkhalter (age 27 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Failure to Dim Headlights, Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicle, Expired License Plate, and Driving While Intoxicated by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released on $3000.00 bond.
Bella Blunt (age 21 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Improper Equipment, Possessilon of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving While Intoxicated, and Possession of Schedule 1 Drugs by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released on $3000.00 bond.
Christopher Hinton-Pittman (age 26 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer and Principle to Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule 1 by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released on $2500.00 bond.
Jessica Flores (age 37 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Joseph Roach (age 44 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on he charges of No Tail Light on Bicycle, Bicycle Operators Will Keep to Extreme Right of Road Way, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Bogalusa Police Department. Bond set at $10000.00.
Danny Vince (age 54 with Sandy Hook, Ms. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
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Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 57. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. East wind around 5 mph.
Saturday Areas of frost between 7am and 8am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 66. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night A 60 percent chance of showers, mainly after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northeast after midnight.
Sunday A 60 percent chance of showers, mainly before noon. Cloudy, with a high near 61. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday Night A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly before midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 41. Northeast wind around 10 mph.
November 27, 2025
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
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Thanksgiving Day Sunny, with a high near 60. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight Areas of frost between 1am and 5am. Otherwise, mostly clear, with a low around 34. North wind around 5 mph.
Friday Partly sunny, with a high near 58. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Friday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. East wind around 5 mph.
Saturday Partly sunny, with a high near 67. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night A 60 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming west after midnight.
November 25, 2025
LSU AgCenter's Weekly Message
Organic Gardening, Part 4: Some Allowed Pesticides
I started out to write one article about organic gardening, but it became apparent that I would not be able to cover all that I wanted to at one time. Three recent articles have addressed some basics of what organic gardening is; soil fertility; and general weed, insect, and disease management. This final article in the series addresses some pesticides (including insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and other products) allowed, under certain conditions, in organic production.
Previous articles have discussed some of the things that must be done before resorting to use of a pesticide in certified organic production. Of course, home gardeners are free to pick and choose among what organic practices they follow, but a focus on good cultural practices and prevention for weed, insect, and disease management should be shared by all gardeners.
Not every product with a given active ingredient will be compatible with US organic standards. All ingredients in a product, not just the active ingredient, must be compliant. The Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) is a non-profit organization that evaluates products to determine if they comply with National Organic Program regulations. You’ll see the term OMRI on some product labels. OMRI evaluates products at the request of companies, so not all allowed products will be OMRI-listed.
One of the easier types of insect pests to find an organic insecticide for is caterpillars. Proteins from the bacterial species Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies kurstaki (Bt or Btk) are toxic to caterpillars when they eat them. (There are products made from other subspecies of Bt that kill certain other insects.) As is true for insecticides in general, Btk products work better when caterpillars are small. A number of Btk insecticides for commercial growers and home gardeners exist.
Like Bt, spinosad is derived from bacteria. In addition to being effective against many types of caterpillars, spinosad products are also used for thrips and ants. Many of these insecticides can be used on a variety of vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals.
Horticultural oils (both petroleum-based or mineral oil and plant-derived oils, such as neem oil) and insecticidal soaps have some efficacy against a wide range of soft-bodied insects such as caterpillars, aphids, and whiteflies, if they have direct contact with them. This means that good coverage is very important. Because these lack residual activity, they often need to be applied on a regular basis.
There is a group of insecticides used in conventional production called the pyrethroids (active ingredients ending in “-thrin,” plus esfenvalerate). These contain one or more active ingredients that are synthetically produced but chemically similar to natural compounds from pyrethrum daisies. The synthetic pyrethroids are not allowed in organic production, but some products with one or more of the original, plant-derived compounds (pyrethrins) are. Pyrethrins work on a broader range of insects than some of the other organic insecticides, having some efficacy against insects like beetles and stink bugs. They break down quickly, though, and are generally less effective than their synthetic counterparts. Like synthetic pyrethroids, pyrethrin products are toxic to bees and, as with most insecticides, should be applied in the evening when honeybees are no longer active.
For slugs, there are bait products with the active ingredient iron phosphate that are OMRI-listed. These are comparable in effectiveness to some of the best non-organic alternatives.
Sulfur is used as a fungicide and, in some cases, as an insecticide or miticide. It has limited effectiveness
against many diseases but works quite well for powdery mildew on a variety of plants. Some plants are sensitive to sulfur, especially under certain conditions, so this should be considered before using it.
Copper sulfate and a variety of fixed copper products (active ingredients such as copper hydroxide, copper oxide, and copper oxychloride) provide limited protection against a broad range of diseases. Non-organic growers sometimes use them for bacterial leaf spots, since copper products are some of the only options for diseases caused by bacteria. (Most plant diseases are caused by fungi.)
Few types of herbicides are allowed around organic food crops, but there are some products with caprylic acid and capric acid as active ingredients that are OMRI-listed and labeled for use around many fruits and vegetables.
Soap-based herbicides are allowed in ornamental areas and “farmstead maintenance” but not around fruits and vegetables. Examples of ingredients found in soap-based herbicides include ammonium nonanoate and “ammoniated soap of fatty acids.”
Keep in mind that just because a product can be used in organic production doesn’t mean that it’s necessarily less toxic than comparable non-organic products. When using any type of herbicide, fungicide, insecticide, or other pesticide, be sure it’s labeled for the site on which you plan to use it, and read and follow label directions.
Let me know if you have questions.
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Dr. Mary Helen Ferguson is an Extension Agent with the LSU AgCenter, with horticulture responsibilities in Washington and Tangipahoa Parishes. Contact Mary Helen at mhferguson@agcenter.lsu.edu or 985-277-1850 (Hammond) or 985-839-7855 (Franklinton).
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for November 24, 2025
Frank Cangelosi (age 53 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Obstruction of
Justice/Evidence Tampering by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Jason Hobgood (age 49 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of First Degree Negligent Vehicular Injuring, Driving While Intoxicated, and Expired Drivers License by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Markees Young (age 20 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Theft of Livestock and Contempt of Court (3 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Joseph Garner (age 31 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Mirrors Required, Failure to Use Turn Signal 100 ft. prior to turn, and Possession of Schedule II Drugs by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Kenneth Reed (age 68 with Mt. Hermon, La. address) was booked on the charges of Theft 1000-5000 and Entry/Remain on Premises After Being Forbidden by the Franklinton Police Department. Bond set at $2500.00.
Adam Branch (age 36 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Theft 5000-25000 and 2nd Degree Rape/Anal by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Allison Cook (age 24 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II Drugs and Possession of Marijuana by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Nathaniel Varnado (age 19 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole. No bond set at this time.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 79. South wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 52. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph after midnight.
Wednesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 66. North wind 5 to 15 mph.
Wednesday Night Clear, with a low around 39. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thanksgiving Day Sunny, with a high near 60. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 34. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
November 24, 2025
Boil Water Notice for Babington Subdivision in Franklinton
Franklinton Mayor Darwin Sharp advises that a Boil Water Advisory is in effect until further notice for Babington Subdivision. Town crews are working to resolve the problem.
This Week in Louisiana Agriculture
Be changed for good with this special Thanksgiving edition of TWILA! It’s all about gratitude, generosity, and the people who make our holiday traditions possible. Karl Wiggers follows Louisiana Farm Bureau volunteers as they visit Veterans Homes across the state to share smiles, stories, and a few spirited rounds of BINGO. Avery Davidson shows us how the Red Stick Farmers Market has supported small farmers and strengthened the Baton Rouge community for nearly three decades. Neil Melancon breaks down the American Farm Bureau’s annual Market Basket Survey results and what families can expect to pay for a classic Thanksgiving meal. And Kristen Oaks-White visits the Natchez Stewpot to cook, carve, serve, and learn what it truly means to give back in a new and heartwarming Feasting on Agriculture.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for November 22-23, 2025
Bobby Matthews (age 48 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Simple Burglary and Second Degree Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $100000.00.
Mark Hobgood (age 36 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Acts/Schedule II, No Insurance, No Drivers License, and Attachment by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $12075.00.
Clayton Carter (age 31 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse/Child Endangerment by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Jaron Perry-Jones (age 41 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Speeding 21-30 Over Limit, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, and Resisting an Officer by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $2500.00.
Lesley Davis (age 36 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Possession of Firearm With Obliterated Serial Number by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $10000.00.
Curtis Moss (age 44 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer/Flight on Foot, Contempt of Court (2 counts), Failure to Appear (2 counts), and Resisting an Officer by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Sidney Ricks III (age 33 with Mt. Hermon, La. address) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation, Attempted 2nd Degree Murder, Domestic Abuse/Child Endangerment, an 2nd Degree Rape/Vaginal by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Tonight A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 3am. Patchy fog after 2am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind around 5 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday A 80 percent chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 3pm. Patchy fog before 7am. High near 80. South wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then a slight chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph after midnight.
Wednesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 67. North wind 5 to 15 mph.
Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 39. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
November 23, 2025
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
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Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the morning.
Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. Calm wind.
Monday Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Monday Night A 60 percent chance of showers, mainly after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday A 90 percent chance of showers, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 9am. High near 78. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday Night A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph after midnight.
November 22, 2025
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for November 21, 2025
Jaelyn Brown (age 24 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Protective Order Violation by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Victor Green (age 45 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole. No bond set at this time.
Erma Brumfield (age 50 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of No MVI and Drivers License Not on Person by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Former TPSO Deputy Accused of Indecent Behavior With a Juvenile
The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office reported Friday (November 21, 2025) evening that 61-year-old Mike Johnson, a former deputy, has been arrested and booked on four counts of Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile and one count of Malfeasance in Office. Johnson had been a TPSO deputy for almost four years.
TPSO reports that they received information that, during a recent security detail, Johnson had shown inappropriate pictures to juveniles. He was immediately placed on administrative leave, and following a thorough investigation, he was terminated Friday afternoon and then placed under arrest.
This investigation is ongoing.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 2pm. Widespread dense fog, mainly before 9am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 80. West wind around 5 mph.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 53. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph.
Sunday Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.
Sunday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph.
Monday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night A 50 percent of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
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