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Christy King is the CASA (court-appointed special advocate) Volunteer Coordinator for Winn Parish. CASA is under the umbrella of Children’s Advocacy Network which includes therapy programs, human trafficking program and the interview program. Seven parishes are included in our area. CASA is the eyes and ears for the court and the judge. In our area there are over 50 foster children and only 10 advocates. Each advocate is usually responsible for one child unless they are children of the same family living in the same place. So there is a need for many volunteers. Volunteers must go through training and background checks. They must be 21 years old, have a driver’s license, transportation and commit to an 18 month term. They create a court report that the judge reads and can use to determine what is going to happen to that child. The volunteer visits with the child, with the foster parents and with the biological parents to get information for their report.

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 to investigate a deputy-involved shooting that occurred on St. John Street in Winnfield. Detectives are working to process the scene and gather further information.

One subject was shot and then transported to a local hospital. No deputies were harmed during the incident. This is an active investigation; further information will be released when it becomes available.

Anyone with information and/or pictures and video is urged to share that information with LSP Detectives. You may anonymously report information through the Louisiana State Police online reporting system by visiting lsp.org and clicking on Report Suspicious or Criminal Activity, or calling the LSP Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007.

Residents and staff of Autumn Leaves Nursing and Rehabilitation were treated to a very special Father’s Day event recently with a crawfish boil. Residents and staff enjoyed a yummy crawfish boil with all the trimmings and a cake to match the theme. The meal was donated by Bayou Cajun Crawfish. The behind the scenes cooks included Mr. Mark Clark, Mr. Jim Muse, Assistant Admin. Mr. Thomas Little and Maintenance Supervisor, Mr. Todd Teal.

VBS this year will be a western inspiration. With “Yee-Haw” as our theme, kids will “saddle up” for trailblazing fun! At Yee-Haw VBS, kids will kick up their heels as they stampede through the wild frontier. We will venture deep into Scripture for Bible-learning that sticks long after VBS ends. Every song, game, hands-on experience, and Bible adventure points kids toward important truths from the Bible. So, get those boots and hats ready! VBS dates are June 1-4, 5-7:30 with ages 3 years through 6th grade.

Congratulation to the Calvin High School Lady Cougar Softball Team

Winnfield, LA — On April 30, 2025, deputies with the Winn Parish Sheriff ’s Office arrested Michael D. Shows, a resident of M o n t g o m e r y, Louisiana, who was wanted on multiple felony warrants including Domestic Abuse with Strangulation, False Imprisonment, and Terrorizing.

The Sheriff ’s Office received information that Shows was operating a motorcycle in the St. Maurice area. Deputies responded to the location, and upon observing law enforcement, Shows abandoned the motorcycle in a ditch along U.S. Highway 71 and fled into the nearby woods on foot.

Deputies from the Grant Parish Sheriff ’s Office responded to assist, along with members of the Winn Parish Sheriff ’s Office Chase Team. After a brief search using K-9 units, Shows was located in the woods and taken into custody without incident.

Winnfield, LA – On April 22, 2025, corrections staff at the Winn Parish Detention Center successfully intercepted a package containing contraband that was intended for delivery to an inmate.

During routine inspection procedures, staff observed signs that the package had been tampered with. Upon further examination, approximately 15 Suboxone strips were discovered concealed within the contents. Suboxone is classified as a Schedule III controlled substance, and possession without a valid prescription is a felony offense.

The introduction of contraband into a correctional facility is also a felony under Louisiana law. Following the discovery, the Winn Parish Sheriff ’s Office launched an investigation into the origins of the package and the individuals responsible.

Chuck Curry actually started his police career at the age of 19. However he went into the army and then came back to Winnfield and rejoined the Winnfield Police Department. He has been in the department for 24 years and became Assistant Chief of Police in August 2024 when Russell Jones retired.

One of the things that has happened since his tenure began was the reopening of the jail in February 2025 after its closure for 4 years. There are only open at half capacity due to air conditioning problems that will be fixed in the near future. There are 17 inmates at the present time. Curry realized that the department was spending a lot of money to house inmates in the parish detention center.

On April 23 Winnfield Fire Department personnel were dispatched for a possible gas leak. Chief-1, Support-2, Engine2, and Engine-4 arrived on location to find a light smell of natural gas every time the wind would die down. Fire personnel used gas detection devices but were unable to pin point the exact location. Atmos was requested and fire personnel used some water in a spot that had previously been dugout possibly a month prior. Multiple bubbles were observed coming from the ground in several areas. Atmos personnel used advanced gas detection equipment and found gas underground along the roadway. A request was made for the water department to open the sewer access point. Atmos personnel found strong smell of natural gas coming from it and detection equipment confirmed it. An evacuation was made from E. Oak Street to First Street on Crawford Street, effecting multiple homes and residents. City Utilities was requested to shut electricity to the same area.

It was a day for family, friends, competitions and a whole lot more. There was something to do for everyone. The 47th Annual Forest Festival welcomed everyone from here at home to those who came from far away to compete and take part in a day of fun. Vendors lined the path of the Winnfield Fairgrounds with crafts, food and even a little golf. From lemonade stands to quench your thirst, to a variety of foods, it was a good day to be a part of the festival.