Davis Joseph Allemand, Sr.
June 11, 1948 - October 15, 2026
October 16, 2026
Burn Ban is in effect for Tangipahoa Parish
Effective immediately, due to the extremely dry conditions and at the request of the parish’s local fire chiefs, Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller has issued a parish-wide burn ban.
“After talking with the fire chiefs and upon review of the local forecast, we agree that a burn ban is appropriate at this time,” Miller said.
The burn ban goes into effect immediately and will remain in place until rescinded. Miller said the ban includes all open residential and commercial burning. The ban does not include bar-b-que pits, grills, or fire pits; however, the parish president asks that citizens “use extreme caution” if they utilize these items.
This Week in Louisiana Agriculture
Battling persistent drought, tracking two invasive pests, Louisiana's sweet potato harvest, and bringing agriculture into the classroom. There is much more on this week's TWILA.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today Sunny, with a high near 89. Breezy, with a light northwest wind becoming north 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
Saturday Sunny, with a high near 72. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph.
Saturday Night Clear, with a low around 48. Northeast wind 5 to 15 mph.
Sunday Sunny, with a high near 74. East wind around 10 mph.
Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 49. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
October 15, 2026
Beastly Bash at the Animal Shelter is Oct. 17th
Save the date and get ready for the Washington Parish Animal Shelter's Trick or Treating event! Don't miss out on Trick or Treating with the pups, playing some fun games and getting some great pictures with their spooky backdrop! It promises to be a howling good time.
Go to https://www.facebook.com/Washingtonparishanimalshelter/ for the latest.
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for October 14, 2026
Joshua Marchetta (age 36) was booked on the charge of Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Roy Hurd (age 39) was booked on the charges of DWI and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.
Jack Obrien (age 26) was booked on the charge of Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle by the Mandeville Police Department.
Charles Weldon (age 30) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Establishing Speed Zones by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
William Smith (age 57) was booked on the charge of Indecent Behavior With a Juvenile by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Kristine King (age 45) was booked on the charge of Entry on or Remaining in Places or on Land After Being Forbidden by the Mandeville Police Department.
George Castillion (age 69) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle by the Slidell Police Department.
Ralph Bordelon (age 48) was booked on the charges of Hit and Run Driving With Conditions, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Improper Lane Use, and First Degree Vehicular Negligent Injuring by the Louisiana State Police.
Joseph Bellas (age 50) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, No Safety Belts, Possession of Schedule I, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Obstruction of Justice by the Slidell Police Department.
Gregory Joseph (age 59) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Covington Police Department.
Kim Castella (age 65) was booked on the charges of Prostitution and Fugitive by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Stephanie Orso (age 40) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness by the Mandeville Police Department.
Albert Harrison (age 63) was booked on the charge of Theft 5000-25000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
James Garrett (age 55) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment and Simple Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Aaron Davis (age 28) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Aaron Norwood (age 37) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
LSU AgCenter's Weekly Message
Plant Cool-Season Flowers for Winter and Spring Color
One thing I like about living in Louisiana is having a landscape with abundant color, even during the winter. Evergreen trees like live oaks, magnolias, and pines play a big part in this. Kumquats ripen around Christmas, camellias flower between January and March, and many hollies have red berries that hang on for a long time.
Another way to add cheer to fall, winter, and early spring landscapes is to plant cool-season flowering plants.
Petunias are classic cool-season annuals. To maximize flower production, plant them between September and early November. Early February to mid-March provides another planting window. Planting at that time can help extend the flowering period of heat-tolerant varieties into the summer.
One such heat-tolerant cultivar is Supertunia Vista Bubblegum, which was chosen as a Louisiana Super Plant several years ago. Individual plants of this vigorous, pink-flowered variety can reach 16 to 24 inches tall and 3 feet wide.
Another group of traditional cool-season flowers includes the pansy and its close relative, the viola or Johnny-jump-up. Compared to pansies, violas produce an abundance of smaller flowers. The Sorbet series of violas, which includes members with a wide variety of flower colors, joined Louisiana Super Plant ranks in 2012. Plants in this series grow to approximately 6 inches tall and 12 inches wide. It’s advised that violas and pansies be planted between late October and early December.
One of the most striking cool-season flowers is the foxglove. Those in the Camelot series were chosen as Super Plants for 2010. These can be planted between November and February, before they’re in bloom, for beautiful spring flowers.
Other cool-season Super Plant selections have included the Jolt and Amazon dianthus series, the Swan columbine series, Diamonds Blue delphinium, and one that you can snack on, Redbor kale. Besides these Super Plant selections, other cool-season flowering plants include alyssum, calendula, snapdragon, and stock.
Choose a well-drained site for bedding plants. Tilling the soil to several inches deep and incorporating 2 to 4 inches of an organic material such as compost or aged pine bark is recommended. If drainage is questionable, form a raised bed. A couple of inches of mulch will help suppress weed growth and retain moisture in the soil.
Fertilizer can be incorporated into the soil or broadcast on the surface at a rate of 0.1 pound of nitrogen per 100 square feet. The first number in the fertilizer analysis is the percentage of nitrogen in the fertilizer. Examples of fertilizer quantities that would give you 0.1 pound of nitrogen include 0.7 pound 15-9-12, 0.8 pound 13-13-13, or 1 pound 10-10-10. Slow-release fertilizers are a better option for this purpose than readily soluble ones, but either can be used.
Many flowering bedding plants perform best when planted in full sun, though some tolerate partial shade.
Let me know if you have questions.
Click here for previous LSU AgCenter's Weekly Messages
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).
Message from Parish President Seal Re: Outdoor Fires
With continued dry conditions across Washington Parish, the U.S. Drought Monitor has classified portions of our parish as D0 - Abnormally Dry and D1 - Moderate Drought due to lack of rainfall.
As we prepare to enjoy the Washington Parish Free Fair, Parish President Ryan Seal encourages residents and visitors to use extra caution with outdoor fires, including debris burning and campfires.
Please keep these important fire safety tips in mind:
- Create a dirt perimeter around burn piles to help prevent fires from spreading.
- Use a metal spark screen over wood-burning fire pits to contain flying embers.
- Keep burn piles small and manageable.
- Never leave a fire unattended.
- Always have a garden hose, bucket of water, or other means of extinguishing a fire nearby.
- Exercise additional caution with operating equipment that may produce sparks, disposing of smoking materials, or engaging in other activities that could accidentally ignite a fire.
- Above all, avoid any activity that could carelessly start a fire.
"We want everyone to enjoy a wonderful and safe Washington Parish Free Fair. I strongly encourage property owners who welcome campers onto their property to communicate these important fire safety precautions. A little extra caution can go a long way toward protecting lives, property, and our community."
Ryan Seal, Washington Parish President
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for October 13-14, 2026
Renisha Lucas (age 37 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Acts,
Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Schedule II Drugs (2 counts), and Possession of Cocaine by the Bogalusa Police Department.
Jordan Webb (age 41 with no address listed) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.
Bret Moore (age 34 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of CDS With Weapon Present, Convicted Felon in Possession of Firearm, Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, and Possession of Schedule III Drugs by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.
Caleb Magee (age 19 with no address listed) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Battery and Carrying Firearm/Weapon on School Property by the Bogalusa 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 Areas of dense fog before 9am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 63. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday A 20 percent chance of showers between 1pm and 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Light north wind becoming northwest 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
Friday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
Saturday Sunny, with a high near 72. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph.
Saturday Night Clear, with a low around 49. Northeast wind 5 to 15 mph.
October 14, 2026
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for October 13, 2026
Amanda Martinell (age 36) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Collene Collier (age 52) was booked on the charges of DWI and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.
Pamela Smith (age 66) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense) and Driving Under Suspension by the Louisiana State Police.
Lionel Mack (age 18) was booked on the charge of First Degree Murder by Agency not listed.
Trevor Gainey (age 24) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.
Ronald Carver (age 63) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.
Mario Olvera (age 40) was booked on the charges of Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence, Resisting an Officer, Unlawful Entry or Reentry Into the State of Louisiana, Proper Equipment Required on Vehicles/Display of Plate, Driver Must Be Licensed, and Careless Operation by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Matthew Winston (age 48) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Natalie Giron (age 20) was booked on the charge of Accessory After the Fact by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Dionne Miller (age 36) was booked on the charge of Theft by the Mandeville Police Department.
Claudette Wagner (age 39) was booked on the charge of Theft 1000-5000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Tabitha Baham (age 50) was booked on the charges of Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond and Contempt of Court (3 counts) by Bondsman.
Anthony Fricke (age 29) was booked on the charges of Violation of Protection Order and Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Paul Kellum (age 49) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Frederic Butler (age 46) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Joseph Landry (age 38) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (3 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Serial Bank Robber Convicted in St. Tammany Parish
District Attorney J. Collin Sims announces that on October 13, 2026, a St. Tammany Parish jury found
37-year-old Byron Jamal Watson, of New Orleans, Louisiana, guilty as charged of simple robbery following a trial before the Honorable Judge Scott Gardner. Assistant District Attorneys Caitlin Rodzik and Iain Dover prosecuted the case on behalf of the State.
The conviction stems from an incident on November 7, 2025 at the Fidelity Bank located on Gause Boulevard in Slidell. Watson, disguised, waited until the bank lobby was clear of customers, then approached a teller with a note and shouted, “This is a robbery!” He fled with $2,900 in cash as employees watched him run down the street toward Rosalind Avenue.
The Slidell Police Department (SPD) quickly responded and established a perimeter. While searching the vicinity on Rosalind Drive, Detectives discovered a fresh tire mark and a puddle of liquid where a getaway vehicle had been parked. Detectives obtained surveillance video from a nearby building at Rosalind and Frederick Drive showing a silver Jeep Liberty running a stop sign at 3:43 PM - just minutes after the robbery - with no other moving vehicles in the area during that timeframe.
Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) searches conducted by SPD led Detectives to locate an image of a silver Jeep Liberty without a license plate entering Interstate 10 at Gause Boulevard at 3:47 PM. Although the plate was missing, the vehicle displayed a distinctive rear window sticker. Detectives were later provided an ALPR image of a Jeep bearing the exact same sticker, registered to Watson. Further investigation revealed that Watson’s physical description matched that of the robber and that Watson had two prior bank robbery convictions. An arrest warrant was subsequently obtained.
During opening remarks, ADA Caitlin Rodzik emphasized the strength of the circumstantial evidence presented to the jury, stating:
"The evidence will show that it is Byron Watson behind that disguise. Who is Byron Watson? He's a convicted bank robber. If you're going to get caught because of a bank robbery where you were identified by your neck tattoos, you might want to wear a neck brace next time you want to rob a bank."
District Attorney Collin Sims commended the joint law enforcement effort that brought Watson to justice:
"Byron Watson has a long history of committing bank robberies across multiple jurisdictions outside of St. Tammany Parish. He thought he could bring his criminal activities into our community and escape accountability, but he was wrong. Thanks to the thorough, relentless investigation by law enforcement, we have finally put a stop to his serial criminal career. I want to extend my sincere gratitude to the Slidell Police Department, specifically Detective Louis Pellissier, as well as the Louisiana State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for their exceptional teamwork and commitment to keeping St. Tammany Parish safe."
Sentencing is scheduled for November 2, 2026, before Judge Scott Gardner. Watson’s prior criminal record includes four bank robberies, one aggravated robbery, and an aggravated flight. Due to his extensive felony record, Watson faces a mandatory sentence of life imprisonment.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today Areas of dense fog before 11am. Otherwise, partly sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight Clear, with a low around 63. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Thursday Sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night Clear, with a low around 63. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday Sunny, with a high near 90. Light north wind increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 54. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
October 13, 2026
UPDATE- Two Arrested in Vacant Church Building Theft Valued at Over $100,000 in Tangipahoa Parish
The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) has arrested two suspects in connection with a large-scale theft from a vacant church property back in May, 2026.
Samuel Cutrer, 47, has been booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Jail on one count of Felony Theft (over $25,000).
Robert Magee, 45, is currently being held in the St. Helena Parish Jail as a fugitive from TPSO on the same count. His transfer is pending unrelated charges out of St. Helena Parish.
On May 6, 2026, it was discovered that copper tubing as well as condensers and parts from multiple A/C units were missing from the property of the former Harvest Church building located in the 17000 block of north I-12 Service Road in Hammond. The repairs for the damage and replacement of the parts exceeded $100,000.
Surveillance video released to the public on May 14th showed two suspects committing the theft. Shortly after, tips helped TPSO detectives identify Cutrer and a warrant was issued for his arrest.
On September 24, Cutrer was located and arrested on the outstanding warrant connected to this case as well as almost a dozen other unrelated charges.
As the investigation continued, the second suspect was identified as Magee, and a warrant was issued for his arrest. It was then learned he was already in custody at the St. Helena Parish Jail in an unrelated case.
This is Magee’s fourth copper theft-related arrest in Tangipahoa Parish in the past six months. Investigators are continuing to look into Magee’s possible involvement in other outstanding copper theft-related cases both in and out of Tangipahoa Parish.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for October 12, 2026
Denzel Francis (age 34) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Michael Marange (age 37) was booked on the charge of Theft Less Than 1000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Claude Marengo (age 79) was booked on the charge of DWI, Improper Lane Use, and No Taillights by the Louisiana State Police.
Zanaya Hayes (age 25) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Aggravated Assault and Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Nicholas Berkman (age 45) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Paul Reilly (age 62) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Jefferey Jacobs (age 50) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.
Derieus Davis (age 45) was booked on the charges of Monetary Instrument Abuse and Theft 5000-25000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Kris Bourgeois (age 52) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Unlawful Disruption of School Operations by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Billi Aragonsolis (age 19) was booked on the charge of Theft 1000-5000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for October 12, 2026
Broderick Lotts (age 31 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked In for Court.
Telessia Gardner (age 46 with a Mt. Hermon, La. address) was booked on the charges of Resisting Arrest by Flight, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Aggravated Domestic Abuse Assault/Child Endangerment, Domestic Abuse Battery, and Obstruction of Justice by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.
Sarah Duncan (age 35 with a Columbia, Ms. address) was booked on the charge of Simple Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Franklinton Mayor & Board of Aldermen Agenda for Oct. 13th
The Franklinton Mayor & Board of Aldermen will meet Tuesday (October 13, 2026) at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/mthermonwebtv
On the Agenda are
- A public hearing will be held on the amended budget for 2025-2026.
- The Board will vote to adopt the amended budget for 2025-2026
- A public hearing will be held on the proposed budget for 2026-2027.
- The Board will vote to adopt the proposed budget for 2026-2027
- The Board will vote to introduce an ordinance updating the planning and zoning ordinance and map.
- The Board will vote to use Jurisdeed for the processing of property taxes for the coming year.
- Cameron Mary will address the Mayor and the Board about the upcoming election for judge, 22nd Judicial District Court, Division E.
- Luke Lancaster will address the Mayor and the Board about the upcoming election for judge, 22nd Judicial District Court, Division H.
UPDATE- Body Found Near Independence Identified
Following an autopsy Monday (October 12, 2026) morning, the deceased female found in the
Independence area Saturday has been identified.
The Tangipahoa Parish Coroner’s Office confirms a 64-year-old from Washington State is the individual located by a fisherman along the bank of the Tangipahoa River near the Highway 40 bridge midday Saturday. The woman’s name is being withheld at this time pending notification of next of kin.
Preliminary results indicate the woman died of natural causes. There were no signs of trauma, and initial testing showed no evidence of drugs in her system.
While detectives have not determined what brought the woman to the area, they believe she was living out of her car, which was found parked along the highway near where she was found.
Investigators are continuing to work toward concluding this investigation, but as always, if anyone feels they have helpful information that will give investigators more insight into the case, please share those details with TPSO’s 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!
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today Areas of dense fog before 9am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 92. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 63. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Wednesday Partly sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night Clear, with a low around 62. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Thursday Sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night Clear, with a low around 64. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
October 12, 2026
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for October 11, 2026
Gabrielle Dufrene (age 28) was booked on the charges of DWI and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.
Jaime Yepez (age 51) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Victor Colon (age 33) was booked on the charge of Possession of Firearm on Premises on Alcoholic Bev by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Nicholas Krema (age 42) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Open Container in Motor Vehicle, and Driver Must Be Licensed by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ryan Kelley (age 22) was booked on the charges of Illegal Possession of Stolen Things 5000-25000, Resisting Arrest by False Information, and Fugitive (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Carlos Ruiz-Ponce (age 21) was booked on the charges of DWI, Maximum Speed Limit, and Driver Must Be Licensed by the Louisiana State Police.
Jody Nicely (age 55) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Brittany Liberto (age 38) was booked on the charges of Unauthorized Use of Access Card As Theft and Criminal Trespass by the Slidell Police Department.
Khalid Robiho (age 36) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Percy Jointer (age 33) was booked on the charges of Illegal Possession of Stolen Things $25000 or Greater, Possession of Schedule II, and Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Quintin Wallace (age 39) was booked on the charges of False Imprisonment, Attempted Simple Robbery, and Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Javier Barron-Salas (age 38) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Gerald Fisher (age 37) was booked on the charge of Battery of a Dating Partner by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Washington Parish Library - Angie Community Survey
Press Release from Washington Parish Government
Renovations are just beginning at the Angie Branch Library, and we want to hear from you! 📚
As work gets underway, the Washington Parish Library is asking the community to share what matters most to you. Your feedback will help guide the services, programs, and resources offered at the newly renovated Angie Branch Library.
With a tentative opening planned for January, now is a great time to share your thoughts!
📲 Scan the QR code or visit https://bit.ly/AngieBranch to take the survey and make your voice heard! Note: click Continue to Destination.
Washington Parish Council Agenda for October 12, 2026
The Washington Parish Council will meet at 5:30 PM on Monday (October 12, 2026) in Council Chambers at the Courthouse in Franklinton. The meeting will be livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/mthermonwebtv Note: Video of the meeting will be immediately available on the Facebook page. All meetings of the Washington Parish Council are archived here.
Prior to the Regular Meeting, the Council will hold a Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 26-791: Adopt an Ordinance of the Parish Council, Washington Parish, Louisiana, Authorizing the Parish President to Accept an Acquisition of Property Located at 25234 Louisiana Highway 436 Angie, Louisiana, and to Execute a Conservation Servitude With the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
On the Agenda for the Regular Meeting are the following:
ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/DISCUSSION ITEMS
- Ordinance No. 26-791: Adopt an Ordinance of the Parish Council Washington Parish, Louisiana, Authorizing the Parish President to Accept an Acquisition of Property Located at 25234 Louisiana Highway 436 Angie, Louisiana, and to Execute a Conservation Servitude With the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
- Ordinance No. 26-792: Introduce an Ordinance Authorizing the Washingnton Parish President to Extend the Contract with Crowdergulf, LLC for Disaster Debris Removal and Disposal Services
- Ordinance No. 26-793: Introduce an Ordinance Authorizing the Washington Parish President to Extend the Contract with Thompson Consulting Services for Disaster Debris Monitoring and Management Services
- Ordinance No. 26-794: Introduce an Ordinance to Amend No. 22-707, "The Washington Parish Utility Scale Solar Project - Facility Standards Ordinance," to Provide for the Issuance of Preliminary and Final Permits; to Provide for an Independent Third-Party Final Compliance Inspection; and to Provide for Related Matters
- Resolution No. 26-1546: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Disposition and Sale of Three (3) Transit Vehicles Through Henderson Auctions and Authorizing the Parish President to Execute All Documents Necessary in Connection Therewith.
Following Public Participation, the Council will hear reports from the Parish President and his staff before adjourning.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for October 8-11, 2026
Eelijah Chester (age 19 with no address listed) was booked on the charges of Production of Child Sexual
Abuse Material/Victim Under Age of 13, Carnal Knowledge of Juvenile, and Indecent Behavior With Juvenile(s) by the Bogalusa Police Department.
Marcus Mark (age 32 with a Sandy Hook, Ms. address) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ladeja Watson (age 27 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Assault Upon a Dating Partner and Criminal Damage to Property by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.
Mauricio Hernandez (age 37 with no address listed) was booked on the charges of No Drivers License, Improper Lane Usage, Obstruction of Highway, and Driving While Intoxicated by the Louisiana State Police.
Antonio Deleon (age 41 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Open Container in Vehicle (3 counts), Driving While Intoxicated, and Resisting an Officer by the Franklinton 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.
Indigenous People's Day Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 62. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night Clear, with a low around 62. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night Clear, with a low around 63. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
October 11, 2026
This Week in Louisiana Agriculture
This week meet a young sugarcane farmer making decisions that will impact his operation for years to come, visit a Tangipahoa Parish family finding success through farm-to-table sales, explore new hunting opportunities for ducks and alligators, learn how the expanded Geaux Beef program is helping cattle producers make informed decisions, and much more.
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for October 10, 2026
Marcell Lymuel (age 42) was booked on the charges of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Blake Boren (age 41) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Obstruction of Highway of Commerce and DWI by the Louisiana State Police.
Grant Waters (age 30) was booked on the charges of DWI, Maximum Speed Limit, and Expired License Plate by the Louisiana State Police.
Michael Batiste (age 63) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Riding on Roadways and Bicycle Paths, Bicycle/Front Lamps, Side and Rear Reflectors Required by the 22nd Judicial Court.
John Albers (age 30) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Language by the Mandeville Police Department.
John Breitenbach (age 41) was booked on the charges of Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness and Criminal Trespass by the Pearl River Police Department.
Megan Brown (age 32) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Covington Police Department.
Allison Salter (age 42) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (3rd Offense), Improper Parking on Roadway, Driving Under Suspension, and Open Container in Motor Vehicle by the Louisiana State Police.
Zion Claude (age 62) was booked on the charges of Violation of Protection Order and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
John Pirkle (age 41) was booked on the charge of Contractors Misapplication of Payments by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Clyde Phelps (age 47) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Schedule I, Drug Paraphernalia, Driving Under Suspension, Expired License Plate, Obstructing a Drivers View, and Violations of Registration Provisions by the Slidell Police Department.
Amaree Jefferson (age 19) was booked on the charge of Battery of a Dating Partner by the Mandeville Police Department.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Body Found Near Independence
The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) is investigating the discovery of a body in the
Independence area.
Around 1:30 p.m. Saturday (October 10, 2026), a fisherman reported finding an unresponsive white female along the bank of the Tangipahoa River near the Highway 40 bridge. Firefighters first on the scene confirmed the woman was deceased. At this time, it is believed the woman was a transient from out-of-state living out of her car which was found parked along the highway. Official identification and cause of death are pending with the Coroner’s Office. This is an open and active death investigation.
Sheriff Gerald Sticker encourages anyone with information that can assist detectives to contact the Criminal Investigations Office 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!
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today Sunny, with a high near 90. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 61. Calm wind.
Indigenous People's Day Sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Monday Night Clear, with a low around 62. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 62. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
October 10, 2026
St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for October 9, 2026
Tyran Holmes (age 31) was booked on the charges of Fugitive (2 counts) by the Covington Police Department.
Sara Jones (age 38) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Amy Doss (age 48) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment 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.
Rodney Lowery (age 34) was booked on the charge of Registration of Sex Offenders by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Derick Poirier (age 42) was booked on
the charges of Improper Turn and Possession of Schedule II by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Amanda Mascaro (age 46) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Probation Violation, and Contempt of Court by Probation and Parole.
Kayleigh Aguero (age 35) was booked on the charges of Obstruction of Justice, Resisting an Officer, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Ariana Smith (age 31) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Obstruction of Justice, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Joshua Martin (age 19) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Mandeville Police Department.
Malcolm Duperon (age 64) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Flight From Officer, Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence, DWI, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Open Container in Motor Vehicle, and No Safety Belts by the Slidell Police Department.
Patricio Somarriba (age 35) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Careless Operation, and Driving Under Suspension by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Robert Greco (age 30) was booked on the charges of Simple Burglary (3 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Robert Jones (age 49) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Theft 1000-5000 by the Slidell Police Department.
Theresa Lacy (age 55) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Probation Violation by the Slidell Police Department.
Alexah Hamilton (age 23) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.
Zachary Wallace (age 27) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.
Yantrel Tyner (age 26) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by Agency not listed.
Wendell Moss (age 30) was booked on the charge of False Imprisonment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Passion Moore (age 23) was booked on the charge of Battery of a Dating Partner by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Nicole Deacon (age 36) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Brandon Williams (age 37) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Wendy Reyes-Urbina (age 37) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Emma Spence (age 35) was booked was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II (3 counts) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Candice Breland (age 38) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.
Kenyatta Meads (age 51) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II (2 counts) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.
Patrick Byrnes (age 32) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by Agency not listed.
***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 Mostly cloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 82. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph.
Tonight Clear, with a low around 60. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday Sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph.
Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 61. Calm wind.
Indigenous People's Day Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph.
Monday Night Clear, with a low around 63. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
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