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When William F. Tate IV became president of LSU in 2021, he began touring the state, visiting LSU campuses and engaging with campus leaders, students, faculty, alumni, supporters, and community leaders. In doing so, he soon came to understand the challenges facing Louisiana’s future and the great sense of he great sense of urgency in addressing them. From that, Tate soon announced the Scholarship First Agenda.

Todd Roberts, a former resident of Winnfield, recently accepted his appointment to Vice President of AGC for 2023-2024. Association of General Contractors is the largest organization in the world that governs over 27,000 firms in the construction business all over the world. Mr. Roberts now resides in Jackson, Mississippi with his wife Robyn. They have three children, Kris, Anna Rachel, and Russell. Todd is the owner of ERS Construction.

A champion is defined as a warrior, a fighter. So let’s talk about the Winnfield Senior High School boy’s basketball team. They finished the 2022-2023 regular season 24-6, and for the first time in WSHS boys basketball history, 10-0 district.

It’s been an amazing ride not just for these young men and their coaches, but also for Winnfield and Winn Parish. Fans have lined the streets and followed in caravan as this team progressed through district and then on to the final game. Shown up, they have. With banners, painted signs, and in droves to support their boys.

Ms. Brenda Warren walks the areas of Center and Front St. picking up trash. Her own yard on the corner of those two streets is almost immaculate. She doesn’t say much as she concentrates on the task of grabbing bits of trash with the assistance of her little tool, but will smile at you as you pass. Humble and kind, Ms. Warren told us that she gets tired of seeing the trash on the streets, so she picks it up. You can see her doing just that most days of the week.

TROOP E NEWS RELEASE Winn Parish – On March 11, 2023, Louisiana State Police Troop E responded to a one-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 34 west of Louisiana Highway 471. The crash claimed the life of 37-year-old Thomas Evans.

The initial investigation revealed that a 2012 Chevrolet Impala, driven by Evans, was traveling west on Louisiana Highway 34. For reasons still under investigation, Evans’ vehicle left the roadway, struck multiple objects before overturning onto its roof.

Evans, who was not restrained, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Routine toxicology samples were obtained and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

While not all crashes are survivable, proper use of seat belts can greatly decrease an occupant’s chance of death and may greatly reduce the extent of injury. Always ensuring every occupant is properly restrained can often mean the difference between life and death.

Winn Parish PreKindergarten registration will be accepted from March 20, 2023 through June 23, 2023. Beginning March 20, 2023, registration information for PreK for the 2023-2024 school year may be obtained at the following locations: Atlanta High School, Calvin High School, Dodson High School, Winnfield Primary School, and the Winn Parish School Board Office. All students must be four years old on or before September 30, 2023 to enter the fouryear- old program. Information required for registration includes: 1) the completed 2023-2024 Winn Parish Early Childhood Application 2) income verification 3) copy of child’s social security card 4) copy of the child’s birth certificate 5) up to date immunization record and 6) parent/caregivers’ proof of residence.

The Winn Parish Early Childhood Application and financial forms will be included in the folders obtained at the identified locations and are also available online at www.winnpsb.org.

It’s been an incredible season for the WSHS Lady Tigerette Team. Although the girls came up short against Amite, the experiences of the entire season seems to have been pretty amazing. With the great coaching abilities of head coach Bobby Armstrong, and assistant coach Nykeria Jones, the girls made it all the way to round 2 of the LHSAA Div III semi finals. Before heading to Hammond, the Lady Tigerettes had the amazing opportunity of going to Baton Rouge and meeting the LSU Women’s Basketball Team. They were able to get autographs from the LSU team members and had the opportunity to practice in the LSU girl’s gym and use their practice balls. Of course, meeting Coach Mulkey was a high point for coach Armstrong and the Lady Tigerettes.

The girls were there for the actual fan send off as the LSU team headed off to play in the SEC Tournament.

Saturday, March 11, Laurel Height Baptist Church will hold a Health Fair from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon. The church is located at 1001 San Pedro Street, Winnfield, La 71483. All are welcome to attend. It will be staffed by the Baptist Nurse’s Fellowship and include blood pressure, blood glucose, oxygen levels and weight checks. There will be a children’s corner with hand washing and dental care as well as a spiritual corner with snacks/water, Gideon bibles and other spiritual information.

Early Voting will be held in the Registrar of Voters office in the Winn Parish Courthouse Saturday, March 11 through Saturday, March 18 (closed Sunday, March 12) from 8:30 AM until 6:00 PM. Enter through the Main Street entrance. The election will be Saturday, March 25.

On the ballot is a parishwide Police Jury sales tax renewal.

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

Parishwide Proposition - 1% S&U Tax Renewal PJ - 10 Yrs.