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WPFD responded to a pasture fire west of Calvin. Upon arrival, FFs deployed a booster line to extinguish the fire. As stated in an earlier post, FFs are standing ready to deploy in the event of an emergency even on Christmas Eve. Dial 911 if one should arise. On another note, the ground in our parish is still very dry. Please avoid burning until it is safer to do so. Thank you!

The City of Winnfield announces that beginning with the upcoming WYBL basketball season, all transactions will be card-only.

This change applies to: Player registration Concession purchases Door entry/admission Please note that a convenience

fee will be added to all card transactions. Cash payments will no longer be accepted for these services.

This new system is being implemented to improve efficiency, accuracy, and overall safety during league operations.

We appreciate the cooperation and support of our families, participants, and community as we transition to this updated process for the upcoming basketball season.

For additional information, please contact the Winnfield City Hall at 318-628-3939.

The Winn Parish Police Jury, led by President Frank McLaren, convened for its final meeting of the year on December 15th, approving key infrastructure projects, addressing road maintenance. Jurors also heard an update on the intended use of opioid settlement funds. Road Superintendent Perry Holmes reported a one week setback for road repairs due to maintenance on the Side-boom.

The jury moved forward with new projects, notably approving District Five Representative Kyle Potts’ motion for Project Lum Fox Road and granting President McLaren authority to sign the agreement for the crucial Harrisonburg Rd over Nantaches Creek Bridge Project. Economic development was also a focus, with the Jury approving to enter an agreement with Quantum Engineering Group LLC for a feasibility study for a wood pellet plant. The project would be funded by the Winn Industrial Board.

Winnfield Fire Department congratulates members on successfully passing their recent exam. This achievement reflects their dedication, hard work, and commitment to serving our community. We’re proud of your accomplishment and continued professionalism.

Firefighter/EMT Joshua Colyer, Jr. - Passing: Driver/Operator (Pumper) Firefighter/Paramedic John Hurt - Passing: Fire Officer 2 Fire Captain/EMT Charlie Long - Passing: Fire Officer 2 Fire Captain/EMT Philip Wilkerson - Passing: Fire Officer 3 Firefighter Ryan Gagnard-Passing Fire Officer 2

Story By Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist John Osborne, Navy Office of Community Outreach Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Marieliza Rosales, Navy Public Affairs Support Element East Petty Officer 1st Class Joshua Joe, a native of Winnfield, , serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Assault Craft Unit Four (ACU-4), operating out of Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Joe graduated from Calvin High School in 2014. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Winnfield.

“I learned early on how to be a leader from playing sports in high school and college,” Joe said. “It was great for learning leadership and has dictated how I treat the people under me.”

Joe joined the Navy eight years ago. Today, Joe serves as an aviation structural mechanic.

Winn Parish Sheriff’s Office Receives Christmas Surprise

The City of Winnfield announces that beginning with the upcoming WYBL basketball season, all transactions will be card-only. This change applies to: Player registration Concession purchases Door entry/admission Please note that a convenience fee will be added to all card transactions. Cash payments will no longer be accepted for these services.

This new system is being implemented to improve efficiency, accuracy, and overall safety during league operations.

We appreciate the cooperation and support of our families, participants, and community as we transition to this updated process for the upcoming basketball season.

For additional information, please contact the Winnfield City Hall at 318-628-3939.

Santa Makes a Special Stop at Dodson Branch Library

A man in the United States illegally is facing charges of assaulting law enforcement following his arrest in Tullos, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Authorities say that the man attempted to flee from officers during arrest. He then bit the ICE officer. According to DHS, the man entered the US at an unknown date and time without being paroled by an immigration officer.

Winn 4H Collects Warm Clothes for Those in Need