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Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin reminds voters that Saturday, Nov. 18, is Election Day for the General Election.

In preparation for the election, Secretary Ardoin encourages voters to remember: (1) The deadline for a registrar of voters to receive a voted absentee ballot is Nov. 17 by 4:30 p.m. (other than military and overseas voters).

(2) Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. on Election Day. Anyone in line at 8 p.m. will be allowed to vote.

(3) Voters can find their polling location and sample ballot by downloading the GeauxVote Mobile app for smartphones, or by visiting www.GeauxVote.com and logging into the Voter Portal.

(4) Voters can sign up for electronic notifications via GeauxVote Mobile.

Recreation Director Anthony Hall along with the City of Winnfield Recreation Department has begun registration for its annual youth basketball program. Registration begins on Monday, November 6th and will run through Friday, December 15. Regular registration fee for this league is $40.00. Boys and girls ages 4-15 are eligible for this exciting program. Don’t let this deadline pass you by. Sign your child up today. Late registration will begin on Monday, December 11. and conclude on Friday, December 15.

There will be a $10.00 late fee assessed on each application received during this period. Mandatory tryouts will be held on Saturday, December 16. The times for each age group will be released in the Winn Parish Enterprise on Wednesday, December 13.

For more information concerning WYBL Youth Basketball, contact the Recreation Dept at 628-0246. Everyone is encouraged to come out and participate and have an exciting “YEAR PLAYING BASKETBALL”.

On October 30, 2023, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church hosted a Pastor Appreciation Supper honoring the pastors of Winn Parish. Reverend Louis Sklar welcomed the pastors and their wives. The gathering enjoyed an evening of fellowship. Following the delicious meal, each pastor shared his story of how the Lord led him to Jesus’ service in Winn Parish. Before the guests departed each pastor received a thank you gift. It was a blessed evening shared by people of all faiths!

Gov. John Bel Edwards has announced a new statewide collaboration among LSU, LCMC Health, Louisiana Cancer Research Center and Tulane to accelerate the attainment of the first National Cancer Institutedesignated cancer center in Louisiana. This effort is resulting in the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center, which will work with partner institutions at Tulane University, Xavier University and Ochsner to promote education and conduct research in the diagnosis, detection and treatment of cancer, while pursuing a National Cancer Institute designation.

Winn Parish 4-H/FFA members and volunteers are doing a great job at the Louisiana State Fair, thus far. Keep up the good work guys. The State Fair of Louisiana will run through November 12. Gates open at 10am and admission is $12 and up. The fair is located at the State Fairgrounds East Lot, 3701 Hudson Ave, Shreveport, LA.

Applications Now Open for the Natchitoches Christmas Parade: A Celebration of Holiday Magic [Natchitoches, Louisiana] – October 25, 2023 – The Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights, in collaboration with the City of Natchitoches, is excited to announce that applications are now open for the annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival Parade. This beloved community event, known for its enchanting atmosphere and festive spirit, will take place on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 1 p.m. in the heart of historic downtown Natchitoches.

Every year, the Natchitoches Christmas Parade brings families, friends, and neighbors together to celebrate the magic of the holiday season. This year, we invite businesses, community groups, schools, and individuals to join us in making the parade a memorable experience for all attendees.

DART hosted their annual candlelight vigil on Oct 25 at Winnfield 1st Assembly of God Church in Winnfield. It was a time to honor and remember victims of domestic violence in not only Winn Parish, but all of the parishes that DART provides services to. The agency has been active in Winn since 2012 and has served many clients over the years. Their services include legal advocacy, shelter, safe planning, advocacy, community education and counseling.

This year Ms. Annie Goods was welcomed as the new DART advocate for Winn Parish. Having been an active member in the community for many, many years, Ms. Annie has already reached deep into the rural areas of the parish to offer her services.

Mark your calendars and prepare for a festive evening of shopping and fun in Winnfield. This years Christmas Open House will be November 9 from 5:00pm-9:00pm. There will be door prizes, discounts, refreshments, and music as you shop. Get into the Christmas spirit as you stroll the streets of Winnfield.

Early Voting will be held in the Registrar of Voters office in the Winn Parish Courthouse Friday, November 3 through Saturday, November 11 (closed Sunday, November 5 AND Friday, November 10) from 8:30 AM until 6:00 PM. Enter through the Main Street entrance. The election will be Saturday, November 18.

Download the GeauxVote app which allows you to view your sample ballot and monitor results on Election night.

Sample ballots are also posted on the wall outside the Registrar of Voters Office.

** Early Voting will begin on Friday, November

3 due to being closed on Friday, November 10 in observance of Veteran’s Day.** Parishwide Offices in Election: Secretary of State Attorney General Treasurer BESE District 4 Sheriff Constitutional Amendments (4) Offices in Election for 3/1B, 3/2, and parts of 3/1A, 3/3, and 4/1: Police Juror District 3 Exercise your right to vote.

The City of Winnfield has joined with teachers, administrators, and City and State Officials in encouraging youth to become productive citizens and to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The proclamation further states that the City of Winnfield, Office of the Mayor, is committed to nurturing the full potential of Louisiana youth.

Gerald Hamms, Mayor of Winnfield, signed this proclamation on October 20, 2023.

Red Ribbon Week is celebrated annually. Red Ribbon Week highlights the importance of living a drug-free life. It presents an opportunity for parents, educators, and communities to reinforce the drug-free messages they share with their children throughout the year.