Sandy Lake volunteer fire department first responders saves infant

Sandy Lake Fire Departments emergency medical technicians recently responded to a call of an infant drowning.

Katie Nappier

My name is Katie Krause Nappier. I grew up in Sicily Island and graduated from Sicily Island High School. I bring with me 23 years of experience in education, with a strong passion for academic excellence, personal growth, and a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Amanda Parker

The 2024 school year begins August 8, 2024, Block High School (BHS) will usher the year in with Amanda Parker as Principal. Parker has strong ties to Jonesville and Catahoula Parish.

Parish sales taxes 2023-2024

Catahoula Parish sales tax collected in the fiscal year June 2023 through July 2024 increased from the previous year by $233,136.00. January yielded the highest revenue at $796,700.00. The lowest amount of sales tax collected was in March, parish wide the total was $525,000.00.

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Weekly Devotion

I remember a world where people were Godly. People walked in love, joy, peace, long suffering, kindness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.A community where neighbors loved neighbors.

Catahoula Parish School Board faculty trains for the new LEADS program

Catahoula Parish school administrators and supervisors have started training on the Louisiana Department of Education’s new evaluation systems for teachers and school leaders.

Back to School Donations for the 2024-2025 school year

School is about to be in session and Jonesville students need your help! The Town of Jonesville is taking school supply donations only at Joneville Town Hall, located at 104 Lilly St, Jonesville, LA 71343. The deadline to donate is August 9, 2024.

Louisiana turkey harvest reaches record high since reporting began in 2009

Louisiana’s turkey hunters enjoyed the best year by far from a harvest standpoint in 2024 as they reported taking 3,695 birds during the recently completed season, according to Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) reported harvest data.

Community outreach benefits officers

Rural law enforcement agencies are challenged by limiting resources to acquire lifesaving equipment. The Catahoula Parish Sheriff Office (CPSO) has strong personal ties with local businesses and residents that help lessen the strain.