September 03, 2026
Three Indicted in St. Tammany Parish
District Attorney Collin J. Sims announces that on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, a St. Tammany Parish Grand Jury returned true bills indicting three individuals on serious felony charges across two separate cases, including Second Degree Murder, Fentanyl distribution, and juvenile molestation.
The Grand Jury returned indictments against the following defendants:
- Aaron Sylvester, 46, of New Orleans, was indicted for Second Degree Murder. The charge stems from the July 9-10, 2026, murder of a man in St. Tammany Parish, wherein the defendant is alleged to have sold the victim a fatal dose of Fentanyl.
- Tracy Marie McMurtry, 46, of New Orleans, was indicted for Possession with Intent to Distribute Less Than 28 Grams of Fentanyl. The charge alleges that on or between July 9 and July 10, 2026, McMurtry knowingly possessed Fentanyl with the intent to distribute or dispense the Schedule II controlled substance. McMurtry was arrested by law enforcement on August 26, 2026.
- Orry Nicholas Mejia, 43, of Covington, was indicted on two felony counts of molestation of a juvenile following his arrest on May 1, 2026: Count 1: Molestation of a Juvenile Involving Control or Supervision (Recurring Over One Year) - Alleging lewd and lascivious acts committed against a juvenile victim between September 7, 2020, and August 31, 2024, by leveraging a position of control or supervision over a period exceeding one year. Count 2: Molestation of a Juvenile Involving Control or Supervision - Alleging lewd and lascivious acts committed against a second juvenile victim between December 5, 2022, and December 4, 2023, by leveraging a position of control or supervision.
Assistant District Attorney Iain Dover is handling the Sylvester and McMurty case. The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Fentanyl Overdose Response Team (FORT). "Fentanyl is a poison in our community, and when it claims a life, we treat it with the immediate urgency of a homicide investigation,” said District Attorney Collin Sims. “Thanks to the swift, thorough work of the DEA FORT team and our prosecutors, we were able to bring these serious charges to a Grand Jury in less than eight weeks. We will continue to act aggressively to remove these dealers from our streets.”
Assistant District Attorney Zachary Popovich is handling the Mejia case. The case was investigated by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office. "Protecting the children of our community from abuse and exploitation is one of the highest obligations of this office. Anyone who abuses a position of trust, control, or supervision to harm a child will face the full weight of the law. I commend ADA Zachary Popovich and the investigators involved for their painstaking work to ensure these serious allegations are brought to justice," said DA Sims.
Following these indictments, all three defendants will be scheduled for formal arraignments in the 22nd Judicial District Court, where they will enter their pleas.
An indictment is an accusation that a defendant has committed a crime. Every defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
Two Wanted in Loranger Shooting
The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office has issued arrest warrants for two people in connection with a shooting incident that injured three people on May 21, 2026 in a mobile home park in the Loranger area. 50-year-old Veronica Johnson and 18-year-old Jamarcus Johnson are both wanted for Aggravated Assault. Jamarcus Johnson is also wanted for Aggravated Assault Upon a Dating Partner and Battery of a Dating Partner connected to an unrelated incident.
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On May 21, 2026, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) was called out to North St. Charles Avenue in the Loranger area for multiple reports of shots fired. Upon deputies’ arrival at the shooting scene, no victims were initially found, but evidence of multiple shots fired was located. Then it was learned that three victims, who received non-life-threatening injuries, were taken to a local hospital by private vehicle before deputies arrived. The three victims were a 50-year-old woman, a 17-year-old male, and a 33-year-old woman.
Deputies also learned that two groups got into a verbal dispute in the neighborhood. Residents emerged from their homes to try to intervene and get the groups to leave. However, that turned into an exchange of gunfire and the circumstances leading up to that are still under active investigation. The Johnsons (unknown relation at this time) were identified as having come to the neighborhood with the gun that was used in the shooting. The individual who fired the weapon was determined to have acted in self-defense and will not face charges.
Anyone with information about the Johnsons’ whereabouts can contact our Criminal Investigations Division at 985-902-2088. If you’d prefer to share information anonymously, you can do so through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa’s tip line at 1-800-554-5245 or visit www.tangicrimestoppers.com and click on the P3 Tips icon or Submit A Tip! You may be eligible for a cash reward.
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for September 1, 2026
Kurt Laurent (age 44) was booked on the charge of Theft Less Than 1000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Donivan Carter (age 27) was booked on the charges of Illegal Possession of Stolen Firearms, Violation of Protection Order, and Improper Lane Use by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Brent Pitarro (age 33) was booked on the charges of DWI and Improper Lane Use by the Louisiana State Police.
Melanie Gordon (age 56) was booked on the charges of Penalty for Distribution or Possession With Intent to Distribute and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by Probation and Parole.
Vincent Parker (age 28) was booked on the charges of Parole Violation, Penalty for Distribution or Possession With Intent to Distribute, and Sale Distribution or Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription by Probation and Parole.
Lakia Flot (age 44) was booked on the charges of Theft Less Than 1000 and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ryan Rodriguez (age 37) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Tevon Howard (age 23) was booked on the charges of DWI, Driving Across Median, First Degree Vehicular Negligent Injuring, No Child Restraint, No Safety Belts, and Driver Must Be Licensed by the Louisiana State Police.
Francis Durio (age 25) was booked on the charge of Simple Burglary by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Doyle Jenkins (age 48) was booked on the charge of Aggravated Flight From Officer by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Natalie Jordan (age 48) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Obstruction of Justice, Taking Contraband to and from Penal Institution, Drug Paraphernalia, and Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Michael Wardlaw (age 47) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Careless Operation, and Improper Lane Use by the Causeway Bridge Police.
Jason Doyle (age 50) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Dominique Matthews (age 38) was booked on the charges of Fugitive (2 counts) and Theft by the Covington Police Department.
***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 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny and hot, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 106. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tonight A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 73. Calm wind.
Friday A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 105. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Friday Night A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low around 72. Calm wind.
Saturday A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 91. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph.
Saturday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind.
September 02, 2026
Public Advisory From The DEA
The DEA New Orleans Field Division is issuing an urgent warning to residents across St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington Parishes following a recent spike in fatal overdoses.
The Alert: DEA Special Agents have identified Nitazenes in our local drug supply.
The Threat: Nitazenes are unregulated synthetic opioids that are stronger than fentanyl, completely undetectable to the user, and hidden in street drugs, counterfeit pills, and powders.
Public Safety Guidance: How to protect yourself and your loved ones—including key steps on carrying Naloxone and calling 911 immediately in a suspected drug emergency.
One pill, or one try, can kill. Never take a pill that wasn’t prescribed directly to you and dispensed by a licensed pharmacy.
Visit DEA.gov/onepill and DEA.gov/fentanylfree for more information.
Click here to see the full advisory
And, a big THANK YOU to ADAPT for spreading the word!
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for September 1, 2026
Cedric Anders (age 37 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Theft of Firearm, Principle to Identity Theft, Theft 5000-25000, and Possession of Stolen Property by the Franklinton Police Department. Bond set at $25000.00.
Jacob Burr (age 24 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Video Voyeurism by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
James Owens (age 20 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Sexual Battery and Indecent Behavior With Juvenile(s) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for August 31, 2026
Isame Faciane (age 35) was booked on the charges of Simple Assault, Entry on or Remaining in Places or on Land After Being Forbidden, and Telephone Communications/Improper Language/Harassment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ashley Howard (age 42) was booked on the charges of Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond and Contempt of Court by Bondsman.
Elijah Ellis Smith (age 24) was booked on the charge of Theft Less Than 1000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Tremaine Hopkins (age 32) was booked on the charge of Second Degree Cruelty to Juveniles by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Miguel Ahumada (age 21) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Mary Nolan (age 36) was booked on the charges of Manufacture/Distribution Schedule II CDS and Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Nicole Drawdy (age 33) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Stefan Gaszak (age 62) was booked on the charge of Residential Contractor Fraud 5000-25000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Alexandrea Swafford (age 35) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Jack Huggins (age 28) was booked on the charges of Battery of Dating Partner With Child Endangerment and Battery of Dating Partner With Strangulation by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Richard Rivers (age 60) was booked on the charge of Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Matthew Bryant (age 39) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Michael Smith (age 50) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Jalen Dillworth (age 26) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
William Cullison (age 26) was booked on the charges of Simple Burglary and Possession of Schedule IV by the 22nd Judicial Court.
***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. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 106. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Thursday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny and hot, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 106. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly clear, with a low around 73. Calm wind.
Friday A 90 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 92. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
Friday Night A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind.
September 01, 2026
Mt. Hermon Community Meeting on School Closure Proposal - August 31, 2026
For any who did not see the livestream of the meeting on our Facebook page or who does not have Facebook, here is video of the meeting. BTW, as of this posting, over 17,000 views.
Dove Hunting Season Opens September 5th
The 2026 dove hunting season begins Saturday (September 5, 2026) statewide, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced.
Louisiana is divided into the North and South zones for dove season. The North Zone runs from Sept. 5-27, Oct.10-Nov. 15 and Dec. 19-Jan. 17, 2027. The South Zone runs from Sept. 5-20, Oct. 17-Nov. 29 and Dec. 12-Jan. 10, 2027.
Dove hunters 18 and older are required to have a basic hunting license and be Harvest Information Program (HIP) certified. Youth 17 and under do not need a hunting license or HIP certification to dove hunt. To purchase a hunting license, go to the LDWF licensing webpage.
LDWF will have lease fields available in DeRidder and Colfax for the opening day (Sept. 5) of dove hunting season along with several LDWF Wildlife Management Area (WMA) dove fields.
Hunters may access permits for the lease field hunts through the LDWF website. Hunting on each of the lease fields will begin one-half hour before sunrise on Saturday. The registration fee for the lease fields is $10 for adults plus a convenience fee. Youths age 17 and younger do not have to pay the registration fee.
Only non-toxic shot size 6 and smaller may be used at these hunts and no lead shot is to be used. Dogs are allowed and ATVs are allowed but may be restricted to field roads if wet conditions prevail.
LDWF Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) offering dove fields or dove hunting opportunities, including Bodcau WMA, Boeuf WMA, Clear Creek WMA, John Franks WMA, Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA, Richard K. Yancey WMA, Russell Sage WMA, Sabine WMA, Sandy Hollow WMA, the U.S. Forest Service Calcasieu Ranger District Vernon Unit and West Bay WMA. For more information on WMA dove fields, see the LDWF dove fields webpage.
For a complete list of WMAs open to dove hunting and more information on WMA dove hunting, go to the LDWF seasons and regulations webpage.
All visitors to LDWF WMAs must have either a WMA Access Permit, Senior Hunting/Fishing License, Louisiana Sportsman’s Paradise License or Lifetime Hunting/Fishing License. Go to the WMA permits webpage for more information.
For more information on dove hunting in Louisiana, see the LDWF dove webpage or contact Richard Temple at rtemple@wlf.la.gov or 337-491-2110.
Announcement by Habitat for Humanity Northshore West
"Today, we celebrated the official 45th anniversary of Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West and announced our name change to Habitat for Humanity Northshore West! With this change, we are renewing our commitment to building and preserving strong, stable communities and homes for families in need. Our mission remains the same, but our new name reflects our expanded reach into Washington Parish and dedication to serving the Northshore West region. We are excited for this new chapter and look forward to continuing our work with the support of our volunteers, donors, and community partners. Thank you for being a part of our journey as we strive to make a lasting impact on the lives of families in our community. Habitat for Humanity Northshore West is here to make a difference, one home at a time."
Yesterday (August 31, 2026), it was announced "We are thrilled by a successful breakfast gathering in Bogalusa, where community leaders came together to support Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West's expansion into Washington Parish. The event was filled with inspiring conversations and shared commitment to creating affordable housing solutions for those in need. This collaboration marks the beginning of a new chapter in building a better future for Washington Parish residents. Together, we are laying the foundation for a stronger, more united community that values and prioritizes safe and stable housing for all. HUGE thank you to Washington Parish Economic Development Foundation - WPEDF for hosting this event!! Tomorrow is a day of exciting news as we officially announce the new name of our affiliate following our merger with Washington Habitat for Humanity. Stay tuned for the big reveal as we embark on this new chapter together."
Go to https://www.facebook.com/HabitatNorthshoreWest for more information and images.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for August 30-31, 2026
Mya Baker (age 26 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Disturbing the Peace and Failure to Pay Fine by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $7500.00.
Kyris Dillon (age 29 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond information available.
Jonathan Burge (age 42 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Improper Lane Usage, Prohibited Acts, and Possession of Schedule II Drugs by the Bogalusa Police Department. Bond information is incomplete.
Jeffery Venezia (age 34 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Pornography Involving Juveniles (4 counts), Contempt of Court, and Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond information is incomplete.
James Thomas (age 49 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office and on the charge of Open Container in Vehicle by the Franklinton Police Department. Bond set at $2500.00.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for August 30, 2026
Edward Beau (age 65) was booked on the charges of DWI and Improper Lane Use by the Louisiana State Police.
Edward Exposito (age 58) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Two Headlights Required, and No Proof of Insurance by the Pearl River Police Department.
Keianos McClendon (age 20) was booked on the charges of Illegal Possession of Stolen Firearms and Negligent Carrying of a Concealed Weapon by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Robert Tate (age 46) was booked on charge(s) not listed by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Michael Colson (age 46) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Bradley Gilbert (age 39) was booked on the charges of DWI and Careless Operation by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Leonard Solomon (age 20) was booked on the charges of Monetary Instrument Abuse and Theft Less Than 1000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Therron Slack (age 58) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness by the Covington Police Department.
Danielle Fraychineaud (age 35) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Justin Stafford (age 39) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule III CDS and Improper Turn by the Slidell Police Department.
Theron Navarre (age 64) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Driving Left of Center, and Driving Without Headlights by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Julio Navarro Delgado (age 31) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Tropical Disturbances Today
The only disturbance today is Tropical Storm Edouard, which is located about 40 miles SSE of Cameron, Louisiana and is moving WNW at 13 MPH with 40 MPH maximum sustained winds. Edouard is expected to strengthen significantly before reaching the northwestern Gulf Coast later today. Rapid weakening is expected after the center moves inland.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 105. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Wednesday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 3pm and 5pm. Sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 105. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Thursday A 60 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. Sunny, with a high near 94. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind.
August 31, 2026
STPSO & Partners Celebrate National Night Out
The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office will be partnering this year with local municipal police departments and neighborhoods throughout the parish to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, October 6. 2026.
National Night Out is a nationwide crime prevention initiative designed to strengthen partnerships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. The event encourages residents to come together with their neighbors and local law enforcement to promote crime prevention, neighborhood awareness and community involvement.
STPSO deputies will join officers from local municipal police departments at community events in Mandeville, Slidell and Covington, building on the already successful events these agencies host each year.
The Mandeville event will take place at the Mandeville Trailhead from 5-8 p.m., the Covington event at the Covington Trailhead from 5-8 p.m. and the Slidell event at Heritage Park from 4:30-8 p.m.
For those living on the northern end of the parish, we will host an event at our 4th District Station, 81651 Highway 21, in Bush, from 5-8 p.m. that evening.
The free, family-friendly events will include information on community resources, tables from local nonprofit organizations and community groups, food, fun and a variety of children’s events and activities.
By working together, the participating law enforcement agencies hope to reinforce the message that keeping St. Tammany Parish safe is a shared effort that extends beyond jurisdictional boundaries.
“Keeping our communities safe takes all of us working together,” Sheriff Bret Ibert said. “National Night Out strengthens the relationships between our residents and law enforcement while also highlighting the strong partnerships we have with our municipal police departments. Criminals don’t pay attention to jurisdictional lines, and neither do we when it comes to working together to keep St. Tammany Parish safe.”
In addition to the larger community events, STPSO deputies will visit registered neighborhood National Night Out gatherings throughout St. Tammany Parish, giving residents an opportunity to meet and interact with the deputies who patrol their communities. However, residents are encouraged to attend one of the larger events, where they can meet deputies and officers from multiple agencies, learn more about available community resources and enjoy a variety of activities for the entire family.
Neighborhoods planning their own National Night Out celebration are encouraged to register their event with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office so deputies can stop by and join in the activities. Neighborhood events can be registered on the STPSO website – www.STPSO.com – under Community Programs tab.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 105. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.
Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tuesday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 105. Light and variable wind becoming east 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Tuesday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Wednesday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 72. Calm wind.
Tropical Disturbances Today
Disturbance 1. Northern Gulf of America (AL97): An area of low pressure is located a little more than 100 miles south of the coast of southern Louisiana. Development is expected as the low moves slowly west-northwestward, and a short-lived tropical depression or tropical storm is likely to form before the system reaches the Upper Texas or southwestern Louisiana coasts on Tuesday. Formation chance through 48 hours...high...70 percent and formation chance through 7 days...high...70 percent.
Disturbance 2. Near Hispaniola (Remnants of Dolly): Redevelopment (if any) of a surface trough of low pressure (the remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly) would be slow to occur during the next few days as the system encounters generally unfavorable upper-level winds while moving quickly west-northwestward at 20 to 25 mph. Formation chance through 48 hours...low...near 0 percent and formation chance through 7 days...low...10 percent.
August 30, 2026
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for August 29, 2026
Emanuel Massa (age 68) was booked on the charges of DWI, Failure to Stop/Yield, and No Taillights by the Louisiana State Police.
William Myers (age 29) was booked on the charges of DWI and Ignore Traffic Signal by the Louisiana State Police.
Scott Lipps (age 47) was booked on the charges of Interfering With a Law Enforcement Investigation and Possession of Schedule II by the Slidell Police Department.
Rachel Lipps (age 45) was booked on the charges of DWI and Improper Lane Use by the Slidell Police Department.
Sidney Williams (age 36) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Samuel Bell (age 37) was booked on the charge of Failure to Register and Notify as a Sex Offender by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Jason Rosier (age 51) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Kaily Dupart (age 22) was booked on the charges of DWI and Improper Lane Use by the Louisiana State Police.
Duane Marigny (age 40) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Aniya Robertson (age 24) was booked on the charges of Taking Contraband to and From a Penal Institution, Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, Possession of Firearm or Carrying Concealed Weapon, Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting an Officer, Improper Backing, and Driver Must Be Licensed by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Jeremy Williams (age 46) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Timothy Braun (age 38) was booked on the charges of Simple Criminal Damage to Property (2 counts) by the Slidell Police Department.
Elmer Rosales (age 29) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Ignore Traffic Signal, Driver Must Be Licensed, and Contempt of Court by the Louisiana State Police.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for August 28, 2026
Courtney Jones (age 37) was booked on the charges of Theft and Bank Fraud (2 counts) by the Slidell Police Department.
Terrell Guillard (age 20) was booked on the charge of Transactions Involving Proceeds From Drug Offenses by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Londell Randall (age 48) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.
David Benson (age 48) was booked on the charge of Theft Less Than 1000 by the Slidell Police Department.
Jesse Stapler (age 22) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Leann Simon (age 40) was booked on the charge of Second Degree Cruelty to Juveniles by the 22nd Judicial Court.
William Stanciel (age 34) was booked on the charges of Simple Burglary (10 counts), Bank Fraud, Access Device Fraud, and Theft of a Firearm by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ronald Lee (age 61) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Folsom Police Department.
Joe Perry (age 44) was booked on the charges of Pedestrian on Highway/Interstate, Resisting an Officer, and Possession of Schedule I by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Johnes Johnson (age 24) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment, False Statements in Affidavit as Perjury, and Domestic Abuse Battery/Pregnant Victim by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Lauren Baptist (age 25) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Contempt of Court by the Slidell Police Department.
Donnie Burnes (age 22) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer and Possession of Schedule I by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Stephen Brauckhoff (age 55) was booked on the charges of Sale Distribution or Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Louis Batte (age 32) was booked on the charges of Battery of a Police Officer, Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence, and Simple Criminal Damage to Property by the Mandeville Police Department.
Darryl Baham (age 29) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by Agency not listed.
Denzel Francis (age 34) was booked on the charges of Housed for Court and Contempt of Court by Agency not listed.
Mason Pittman (age 30) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.
Davin Dantzler (age 46) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Louisiana State Police.
Jarrett Washington (age 29) was booked on the charges of Motor Vehicles Alteration or Removal of VIN Number, Theft 5000-25000, and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the Slidell Police Department.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for August 29, 2026
John Foster (age 75 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Careless Operation, Impeding Flow of Traffic, No Insurance, Possession of Marijuana, Prohibited Acts, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, Driving While Intoxicated, Possession of CDS With Weapon Present, and Outstanding Warrants by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond information is incomplete at this time.
Destiny Brown (age 22 with a McComb, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of Obstruction of Justice, Possession of Stolen Property, Contempt of Court, and Possession of Marijuana by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Kiana Morris (age 31 with an Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Simple Battery, Criminal Damage to Property Under 1000, Resisting Arrest, and Driving While Intoxicated With Child Endangerment by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Olvin Lopez (age 40 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving While Intoxicated, Careless Operation, No Drivers License, and Open Container in Vehicle by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Convicted Felon Arrested for Guns, Drugs in Tangipahoa Parish
Following a multi-agency collaboration, a convicted felon has been put back behind bars after being found with multiple weapons and drugs. Anthony Thomas, age 28, has been booked on two counts each of Possession of Weapons while in Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) and Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm along with one count each of Possession of Schedule II Narcotics, Illegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting Arrest, Obstruction of Justice and Violating Parole.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Earlier this week, the Louisiana Department of Probation and Parole (P&P) connected with the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) and Hammond Police (HPD) to conduct a compliance check on Thomas. He previously served time for Aggravated Assault with a Firearm and Illegal use of Weapons.
Following the compliance check, which resulted in Thomas’ arrest for the parole violation, a subsequent investigation began. Both agencies’ Narcotics Divisions and Street Crimes teams then executed a search warrant at a home off of Airport Road in the Hammond area. The teams found three pistols, three AR-Style pistols, and the ammunition and accessories for them, as well as Marijuana and illegally obtained prescription pills.
A 22-year-old man, who was also at the home at the time of the operation, was also arrested on several drug-related charges.
Sheriff Gerald Sticker wants to commend this proactive, collaborative effort with our partners at P&P and Hammond Police for getting this dangerous individual back behind bars.
As a reminder, if you’ve got information about suspicious activity in Tangipahoa Parish, but you prefer to share that information anonymously, you can do so through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa’s tip line at 1-800-554-5245 or visit www.tangicrimestoppers.com and click on the P3 Tips icon or Submit A Tip! Tips submitted directly through Crimestoppers may be eligible for a cash reward.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
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Today A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. East wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tonight A 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 72. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Monday A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Increasing clouds, with a high near 92. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Monday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tuesday A 60 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Calm wind.
Tropical Disturbances Today
Disturbance 1. East of the Leeward Islands (Remnants of Dolly): A strong tropical wave, the remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly, is unlikely to redevelop during the next day or two while the wave moves westward to west-northwestward at about 25 mph. Conditions may become more conducive for redevelopment by the middle of the week as the system reaches the southeastern Gulf of America. Formation chance through 48 hours...low...near 0 percent and formation chance through 7 days...low...20 percent.
Disturbance 2. Northern Gulf of America (AL97): An area of low pressure is located about 125 miles south of the coast of southeastern Louisiana. Slow development of this system is possible during the next couple of days as it drifts westward to west-northwestward across the northern Gulf. Formation chance through 48 hours...low...30 percent and formation chance through 7 days...low...30 percent.
August 29, 2026
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for August 28, 2026
Macy Kuhn (age 54 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked In From Court.
Shawna Cassidy (age 33 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked In From Court.
Angel Peters (age 17 with no address listed) was booked on the charge of Criminal Damage by the Bogalusa Police Department. Bond set at $3500.00.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for August 27, 2026
Daimon Bush (age 43) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Tramarrio Magee (age 38) was booked on the charge of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Gabriel Warren (age 23) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Covington Police Department.
Marc Muniz (age 43) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Careless Operation by the Causeway Bridge Police.
Jabrian Green (age 19) was booked on the charges of Illegal Carrying of Weapon and Possession of Schedule I by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Kaliyah Bergeron (age 30) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Sale Distribution or Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription by the Slidell Police Department.
Domonique Hill (age 34) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Ignore Traffic Signal, Failure to Use Turn Signal, Littering, and Driving Under Suspension by the Slidell Police Department.
Louis Pecou (age 46) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Donald Hall (age 56) was booked on the charges of Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness and Simple Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Duncan Murray (age 59) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Glen Baham (age 75) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Sean Wagner (age 54) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Bobby Haynes (age 53) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Max Ducote (age 31) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.
Ky Maultsby (age 38) was booked on the charges of Parole Violation and Contempt of Court by Probation and Parole.
Alper Karatosun (age 38) was booked on the charges of Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness and Simple Obstruction of a Highway of Commerce by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ervin Penton (age 54) was booked on the charges of Periodic Renewal of Registration by Offenders and Offender to Notify Change of Address Residence or Other by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Eric Boudreaux (age 44) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
David Aliemenious (age 51) was booked on charge(s) not listed by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Philip Schnauder (age 44) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Covington Police Department.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Tropical Disturbances Today
Disturbance 1. East of the Leeward Islands (Remnants of Dolly): The remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly is located several hundred miles east of the Leeward Islands. Redevelopment of this system is unlikely while it moves westward to west-northwestward near 25 mph. Formation chance through 48 hours...low...near 0 percent and formation chance through 7 days...low...10 percent.
Disturbance 2. Northeastern and North-Central Gulf of America: A weak area of low pressure centered about 100 miles south-southwest of Pensacola, Florida. Development, if any, of this system is expected to be slow while it drifts westward for the next few days. Formation chance through 48 hours...low...near 0 percent and formation chance through 7 days...low...10 percent.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
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Today Sunny and hot, with a high near 95. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 71. Calm wind.
Sunday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 1pm and 5pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 92. Light northeast wind becoming east 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Sunday Night A 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 72. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Monday A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the morning.
Monday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
August 28, 2026
LSU AgCenter's Weekly Message
Crapemyrtle Bark Scale Continues to Affect Louisiana Landscapes
Crapemyrtle bark scale (CMBS) has been present in southeast Louisiana for over ten years now. Recent questions from clients, as well as the finding of an infestation in my own yard, have prompted me to address the topic again and in more depth.
These insects are members of the felt scale family. They live on bark of crape myrtle trees, feeding on plant sap. Like other felt scales and soft scales, they excrete a sugary substance called honeydew. Sooty mold, made up of various fungal species, grows on the honeydew.
Oftentimes, the reason people notice that they have a problem is not because they see the insects themselves but because sooty mold makes the trunks of the crape myrtles appear black. Sometimes, plants under the crape myrtles have sooty mold on them, too, since honeydew drops from the crape myrtles onto other plants.
Over time, the infested crape myrtles become less vigorous and produce fewer flowers. Young trees may be more severely affected.
My recent delving into CMBS biology was prompted in part by the question of whether it feeds on plants other than crape myrtles. It does. In its native range, it’s been found to infest a number of other hosts. In the US, the list of hosts it’s been reported from is limited and includes spirea (Spiraea japonica and S. thunbergii), a species of St. Johnwort (Hypericum kalmianum) that doesn’t commonly grow this far south, and, to my dismay, our native American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana).
To catch a CMBS infestation early, before sooty mold is widespread, I suggest checking your crape
myrtles from time to time for the white, cotton-like coverings of the adult females and eggs or of the male pupae so that, if desired, you can take steps to manage them while the population is small. These white structures are roughly 1 to 3 mm long, or less than one-eighth of an inch in length. They do not move. Only juveniles (nymphs) and winged adult males move. Under the cottony coverings, CMBS bodies and eggs are typically pinkish in color.
CMBS bodies are sometimes hidden under the peeling bark of crape myrtles or under lichens, so look closely when checking for them.
There are larvae of some lady beetles, such as Hyperaspis bigeminata, that feed on CMBS and are also white and cottony looking. It’s important to distinguish between the bad guys and the good guys, since if you have a lot of the latter, that may change how you decide to treat (or not treat) the plant. One way to distinguish lady beetle larvae from CMBS is that the former will likely move if they’re disturbed.
Note that the presence of sooty mold doesn’t necessarily mean that you have CMBS. Aphids often live on crape myrtle leaves, and they also excrete honeydew, resulting in sooty mold growth on leaves. If sooty mold is primarily on leaves, aphids are likely the culprit, but it covers much of the trunks and branches, you likely have CMBS.
I will address CMBS management in the next article.
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 Burn Ban Lifted
Angie Man Convicted of Murder in Fentanyl Death
District Attorney J. Collin Sims reports that on Thursday (August 27, 2026), a Washington Parish jury returned a guilty verdict in just 30 minutes, finding 43-year-old Derrick Fairley of Angie, Louisiana, guilty as charged of Second Degree Murder and Possession with Intent to Distribute Fentanyl. The verdict was rendered following a trial before the Honorable District Judge Martin Coady. Sentencing is scheduled for September 4, 2026. Fairley faces a mandatory sentence of life imprisonment at hard labor without the benefit of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence.
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The conviction stems from the fatal overdose of 34-year-old Roxanne Fortenberry on December 15, 2024. Washington Parish Sheriff's Office (WPSO) deputies responded to a residence on Wardline Road where Fortenberry was discovered deceased in her bed. An autopsy and toxicology screening conducted by the Coroner's Office subsequently confirmed that Fortenberry died of a lethal dose of Fentanyl.
A forensic analysis of the victim’s cell phone conducted by WPSO detectives uncovered text messages from December 13, 2024, in which Fortenberry arranged to purchase $100 worth of suspected Heroin from a drug dealer identified as "Dee.” Investigators traced the phone number directly to Fairley, a known narcotics dealer with an extensive criminal history.
On December 16, 2024, undercover officers with the WPSO and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Fentanyl Overdose Response Team (FORT) utilized the victim's cell phone to set up a controlled drug buy with Fairley. When Fairley arrived at the victim's driveway, law enforcement surrounded the vehicle. As officers activated their emergency lights, Fairley handed a concealed bag of brownish powder to his female passenger, apologizing to her as he instructed her to hide the narcotics. Field tests confirmed the substance contained Fentanyl.
Assistant District Attorneys Iain Dover and Tiffany Dover prosecuted the case on behalf of the State. During closing statements, ADA Iain Dover emphasized the consequences of narcotics trafficking, stating, "The defendant sold the victim a death sentence, and with the money he received, bought himself a life sentence.”
District Attorney Collin Sims commended the actions of law enforcement and the prosecution team following the verdict. "Fentanyl is a deadly poison that continues to devastate families across our community. This verdict sends a clear message: if you deal fatal doses of Fentanyl in Washington Parish, my office will prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law for murder," said District Attorney Collin Sims. "I want to commend the dedicated work of our prosecution team, lead WPSO investigator Captain Chad Cassard, and our law enforcement partners who acted swiftly to take this violent repeat offender off our streets.”
Washington Parish Sheriff Jason Smith stated, “Unfortunately, we continue to have people in our community who manipulate others in their lowest moments in order to make money. Thankfully, in Washington Parish, I have some exceptional deputies who will not stop going after the people who take advantage of others. Today was a win; there will be more.”
"Fentanyl is a lethal poison, and those who trade human lives for profit must face swift justice," said DEA New Orleans Special Agent in Charge John P. Scott. "This conviction highlights the vital impact of our Fentanyl Overdose Response Team working alongside local partners to pull deadly traffickers off our streets."
DA Sims extends special recognition to the joint law enforcement effort that led to the apprehension and conviction of Fairley, including the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Fentanyl Overdose Response Team (FORT), the U.S. Secret Service, the Louisiana State Police, and the Bogalusa Police Department.
Letlow Announces Washington Parish Office Hours
Congresswoman Julia Letlow has announced that her team will host satellite office hours in Washington Parish and her district staff will be available in both Bogalusa and Franklinton to help constituents of Louisiana’s 5th District with federal agency related issues, such as IRS, VA, or Social Security assistance. All local residents in LA-05 are invited to attend and receive specialized assistance.
September 9, 2026: From 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at Bogalusa City Court, 202 Arkansas Ave., Bogalusa, LA. 70427
September 9, 2026: From 2 - 3 p.m. at Franklinton City Hall, 301 11th Ave., Franklinton, LA. 70438
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for August 27, 2026
Chad Moore (age 33 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Switched License Plates, Theft Less Than 1000, and Theft of Motor Vehicle 5000-25000 by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $5000.00.
Gabriel Warren (age 23 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Attempted Simple Burglary by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Autumn Bonnet (age 30 with a Covington, La. address) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole. No bond set at this time.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for August 26, 2026
Eushekia Hughes (age 37) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Tinaja Taylor (age 24) was booked on the charges of Taking Contraband to and from a Penal Institution (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ivance Mitchell (age 29) was booked on the charges of Possession of Firearm or Carrying Concealed Weapon, Driving Under Suspension, No Insurance, and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ike Spencer (age 32) was booked on the charges of Illegal Carrying of Weapon, Possession of Schedule I, Ignore Traffic Signal, Driving Under Suspension, Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear, and Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Manzanero Wabomnor (age 43) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Alyssa Toledo (age 33) was booked on the charges of Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond and Contempt of Court by Bondsman.
Gage Ticker (age 21) was booked on the charges of Pornography Involving Juveniles and Sexual Abuse of an Animal (2 counts) by the Louisiana State Police.
Kristen Browncoulfield (age 37) was booked on the charges of Bank Fraud and Access Device Fraud by the Slidell Police Department.
Tracy McMurtry (age 46) was booked on the charge of Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS by the District Attorney.
Lynette Gonzales (age 59) was booked on the charge of Stalking by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Jamaica Ball (age 29) was booked on the charge of Armed Robbery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Brianna Rielo (age 24) was booked on the charge of Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Donald Cyprian (age 22) was booked on the charges of Simple Battery and Negligent Carrying of a Concealed Weapon by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Antoine Calahan (age 27) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ricky McKevitt (age 68) was booked on the charges of Driving Under Suspension, No Safety Belts, No Proof of Insurance, Contempt of Court, and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
***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 92. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the morning.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 70. Calm wind.
Saturday Sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 70. Calm wind.
Sunday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Sunday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Tropical Disturbances Today
The only disturbance out there is Tropical Storm Dolly, which is located about 1145 miles east of the Leeward Islands and continues moving rapidly westward at 24 MPH with 40 MPH maximum sustained winds. There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect. Dolly is forecast to degenerate into a tropical wave before it reaches the Leeward Islands.


















