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Sheriff McAllister along with members of the WPSO participated in the Annual Back to School Bash on July 12 at Winnfield 1st Assembly of God. There were many other participants involved in the event that was hosted by Caring and Sharing in Unity and Winn Healthy Initiatives Coalition.

The event was held in the church gym with lots of fun and games for kids including door prizes and games. All of the children went home with free school supplies, hygiene and toiletry items and snacks. A great way to get kids prepared for the coming school year.

On July 6 the Winnfield Fire Department was dispatched to 801 Brown ST in reference to a fire. Engine -2, Engine -4, Ladder -1, and Chief-1 responded. Upon arrival firefighters observed a single story, single family dwelling with heavy fire and smoke coming out of the front and side of the structure. Engine -2 deployed a front bumper attack line for fire attack. Firefighters utilized a transitional attack to bring the fire quickly under control.. While Firefighters were still interior on the fire, Ladder -1’s crew assisted and established a water supply to Engine -2 as well as helping with ventilation efforts. Crews then changed out and a new crew was sent in for the remainder of overhaul.

When you work together for 30+ years it is hard to say good bye. Mrs. Karen Shirley has retired after many years working at the LSU AgCenter, Winn Parish Extension Office, and the Northwest Region. She has been a big part of the community and especially the children in the community who participated in 4H. She was celebrated recently for her years of service and commitment to Winn Parish. Pictured left is Mrs Shirley and her co worker for those many year, Mr. Donnie Moon. We wish you and your family the best. Enjoy your retirement.

Gail Shelton’s trip to Egypt in March was the topic of her talk at Kiwanis on Tuesday, July 8th. This was her first solo trip meaning she went with a tour but did not know the other people on the tour. She said she had been fascinated with Egypt from a very young age possibly because of all the great art and the immortality of Egypt. Also because of hearing about Egypt in the history of the Bible. She felt perfectly safe. Egypt is in Africa and a long way from Israel. However, they did have a guard from the hotel that went with them.

Winnfield– On June 20, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Detectives with the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations were requested by the Winn Parish Sheriff ’s Office (WPSO) to investigate a deputy-involved shooting that occurred on St. John Street in Winnfield.

The preliminary investigation revealed that WPSO Deputies were investigating a domestic violence complaint involving an armed subject on St. John Street. Upon the Deputies’ arrival at the residence, the male subject had barricaded himself inside a room. Deputies and Winnfield Police Department Officers attempted to negotiate with the subject. As negotiations continued, the subject exited the room armed with a handgun. As a result, a Deputy shot the subject. Immediately after the shooting, Deputies rendered aid until EMS arrived on the scene. EMS then transported the subject to a local hospital for treatment. On July 2, 2025, Detectives were notified that the subject had succumbed to his injuries.

Students from Winnfield Senior High School attended the National Beta Conference in Orlando recently. Two students competed in Vishual Arts. Krista Coker competed in sculpting and Mason Green competed in woodworking. Congratulations to all of these students.

It’s been a fund summer so far as the Winn Parish Libraries! recently hosted “Coloring Our World” with children learning how to live healthy lives.

Autumn Leaves Nursing and Rehabilitation celebrated recently celebrated the CNA’s that give so much to their residents. The week was filled with lots of activities, fun, and even a scavenger hunt. The winners of the hunt included: Ms. Elizabeth Williams, Ms. Ramona Price, and Ms. Terri Flowers. Door prizes were also given throughout the week.

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