Obituary

Henry Hershel Kennedy

February 27, 1925 - December 23, 2021

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for December 23-25, 2021

Jerry Baker (Mt. Hermon, La. address) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court, Resisting Arrest by Providing False Booking Info, Distribution of Schedule 1 CDS (2 counts), and Resisting Arrest by Flight by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Clyde B. Smith (Madisonville, La. address) was booked on the charges of Probation Violation, Protective Order Violation (counts), and Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $4000.00.

Brad Badeaux (Bush, La. address) was booked on the charge of Telephone Communications/Improper Language/Harassment by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released on $1500.00 bond.

Kana Roberts (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Resisting a Police Officer with Force or Violence (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $3500.00.

Theresa Pittman (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule 1 Drugs/Tetrahydrocannabinols or Synthetic Cannabinoids, Disturbing the Peace/Loud & Abusive Language, and Introduction of Contraband to Correctional Facility by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Wesley Williams (Hammond, La. address) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Assault With a Vehicle on an Officer, Resisting an Officer with Force or Violence, Resisting by Flight/Aggravated Flight, Failure to Use Turn Signal, License Plate Required, and Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $50,000.00.

Dusty Hodges (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Phillip Fowler (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Attempted Home Invasion, Simple Battery, Disturbing the Peace/Loud & Abusive Language, Criminal Trespass, and Resisting an Officer by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Craig Painter (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Public Intimidation and Retaliation, Resisting an Officer, Probation Violation, Possession of Schedule III Drugs, Introduction of Contraband to Correctional Facility, Driving Under Suspension, and Ran Red Light by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

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Today's Message From ADAPT

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ADAPT, INC. is a nonprofit organization whose goals are 

1. To prevent child abuse and neglect before it happens by delivering research based prevention programs.
2. To provide child abuse prevention and direct services to victims which includes a variety of programs and services.
3. To provide sexual assault prevention and direct services to assault victims which includes: operating a 24/7 crisis hotline; providing hospital and law enforcement victim advocates 24/7; providing sexual assault information, prevention education, professional training, awareness campaigns, inter-agency collaboration, and victim support and counseling.
4. To provide prevention and educational services targeting substance abuse. 

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Obituary

Rodney Ellis Carrier

January 8, 1940 - December 21, 2021

Obituary

Heyward Ard

November 1, 1937 - December 22, 2021

Obituary

Regina Williams

September 28, 1930 - December 18, 2021

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for December 21-22, 2021

Jared Hillery (Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation an Disturbing the Peace/Violent & Tumultuous Manner by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Hunter Coats (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery and Domestic Abuse/Child Endangerment (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Tobias Odom (Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Distribution of Schedule III CDS, Malfeasance in Office, and Attempted Introduction of Contraband to Penal Institute by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

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Bogalusa Council Elects Kellis & Douglas as President & VP for 2022

The Bogalusa Council met on Tuesday (December 21, 2021) evening and, in a process presided over by Attorney Dale Branch, elected a Council President and Vice-President to lead the Council in 2022. Kenny Kellis (Councilman, District D) was elected President and Penny Douglas (Council at Large) was elected Vice-President. 

The City's bond attorney David Wolfe and Mayor Wendy Perrette provided information regarding the process of calling an election to be held on April 30, 2022. To be considered is a 5 mil garbage tax, which was previously defeated in November 2021, and a .25 cent sales tax. The bond attorney and the Mayor provided relevant details regarding the propositions and stressed the importance of passage of the taxes. (The lengthy discussion begins at 2:20 into the video)

In other business, the Council 

• approved an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Employment Contract with The Sisung Securities Corporation, in New Orleans, Louisiana, for Municipal Advisory Services to the City of Bogalusa 
• approved an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to request proposals for replacing water meters as needed including the hardware and software which is compatible with the current system. 

Following Council comments, the meeting adjourned. The next meeting will be January 4, 2021 at 5:30 P.M.

Bogalusa Council 12212021.wmv from Mt. Hermon Web-TV on Vimeo.

Obituary

Betty Dees Cade

November 02, 1943 - December 21, 2021

Parish Council Resolutions to Assist Franklinton, Bogalusa, Varnado, & Angie

When they met Monday (December 20, 2021) evening, the Washington Parish Council approved resolutions that are renewals of the Parish's commitment to assist the governmental entities within the parish. By intergovernmental agreements, the Town of Franklinton, the City of Bogalusa, and the villages of Varnado and Angie pay material costs associated with their projects and Parish Government supplies the equipment and manpower. The Council also

• approved resolutions of appointment for Fire District No. 8. Board of Directors, Fire District No. 4. Board of Directors, Fire District No. 7. Board of Directors, and Fire District No. 3. Board of Directors
• authorized the Parish President to sign an agreement between Meyer Engineers, LTD and Washington Parish Government to provide engineering services for sidewalk construction in downtown Franklinton through State Project No. H014913
• authorized the Parish President to sign an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Franklinton for sidewalk improvements in downtown Franklinton through State Project No. H.014913
• authorized the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds for the extension of broadband services in Washington Parish and 
• adopted the 2022 Annual Operating Budget of the Washington Parish Tourism Commission.

Parish President Thomas (beginning at 16:00 into video of the meeting), read and presented a Proclamation to Gary Cooper Magee in recognition of his 61 years of coaching, teaching, mentoring and leading members of the City of Bogalusa, the Town of Franklinton and the St. Tammany and Washington Parishes. In addition, Thomas provided an update on COVID 19, Public Works Director Ken Wheat and Transportation Manager Donnell Merritt reported and commented on achievements during 2021, as did President Thomas. Their comments primarily recognized the contributions by parish government employees.

Attorney Wayne Kuhn (beginning at 37:30 into the video) reported on the progress of a draft of an ordinance being prepared by a contracted law firm. The draft is designed to guide the Council in regulating proposed solar power projects. Receipt of the draft is expected soon.

WP Council 12202021.wmv from Mt. Hermon Web-TV on Vimeo.

RCC Employees Recognized at Awards Ceremony

Rayburn Correctional Center has announced the employees recognized during the Annual Employee Awards Ceremony for their outstanding performance and dedication to their profession. 

Receiving the Secretary’s Award of Excellence were Stephanie Buhrer, Master Sgt. Joseph Branch, and Linda Sandifer. 

Receiving the Distinguished Service Award was Lt. Johnny Hill.  

Obituary

Richard Jenkins

January 31, 1947 - December 20, 2021

Obituary

Rita Stuart Wood

March 12, 1941 - December 20, 2021

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RCC Prisoner Organizations Donate Bikes for Children

Rayburn Correctional Center (RCC) prisoner organizations came together to play Santa Clause and donated bicycles for less fortunate children in Southeast Louisiana. They bought and donated the bicycles to the Department of Children and Family Services. The generous RCC prisoner organizations are The Incarcerated Veterans, Jaycees and Toastmasters.

Pictured in the front row are Warden Travis Day, MSgt. Cecilia Light, Ashley Sheridan (DCFS), Assistant Warden Karla Wheat, and Allie Harris (DCFS)

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