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JP10U Girl All-Stars Roll to Little League District 5 Championship
The second contest between Sterlington and the Jackson Parish 10U Girls All-Star team was much like the first. It was no contest. Jackson Parish stomped Sterlington 16-1 in three innings to waltz their way to the Little League District 5 Championship. It marked the second time in two days that the locals beat their Ouachita Parish foes, the first being an 11-0 affair.
2nd Place in District 8 Tournament punches JP12U Girls Ticket to State
Sometimes you just have to tip your hat to the opponent and give them their due. That was the case at the Little League District 8 Tournament played in Bossier City which in retrospect saw all four games played in similar fashion as Jackson Parish beat Bossier twice and Sterlington beat Jackson Parish twice. None of the games were close.
Jackson Parish Unity Team hosting “Back 2 School Bash” on July 13th
The Jackson Parish Unity Team, a collection of close to 20 churches in Jackson Parish are joining to host a back-to-school supply giveaway for our community. The benevolent event will take place at Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School beginninig at 10:00am on Saturday, July 13th. If you or someone you know could benefit from FREE school supplies, FREE haircut vouchers, or FREE hygiene products, please scan the symbol on the banner above or click the link below to RSVP today.
Entertaining schedule at Jackson Parish Library for remainder of week
The administration and staff of the Jackson Parish Library branches in Jonesboro and Chatham have long been recognized as providing some of the most entertaining and educational programming for their patrons as you could possibly find. This Wednesday – Friday, June 26-28, another fine example of their dedication to partner...
Jackson Parish shines in 4-H State Championship Competition
Thirteen Jackson Parish 4-H members returned from a week at 4-H University in Baton Rouge on Saturday, many coming home with top awards from the statewide competition. Leading the way was Luke Dietrich, who was crowned state champion in Tractor Operations. Jana Potts and Syerra Lewis was also big winners, earning third place in Child Development. Addtional top ten blue ribbon winners were Alley Hines for her 5th place finish in Visual Arts and Jake Potts, who finished in 8th in Tractor Operations.
Very Cool! Non-Profit Organization donates A/C’s to community seniors
The weather forecast for north Louisiana this summer predicts that excessive heat will blanket the area. That normally brings a cause for concern, especially for low income senior citizens but thanks to the generosity of a non-profit organization, close to 30 residents who are at least 65 years old and is a home owner in Jackson Parish will get to enjoy the summer in cool comfort.
JP8U Girls Making Big Impression at Little League District 5 Tourney
Despite fielding a team from the smallest population among the six competitors that are participating in the Little League 8U District 5 Softball Tournament in Bossier City, Jackson Parish is making a big impression. In the field of teams from Bossier City, Shreveport, Sterlington, Vivian and DeSoto Parish, the local...
JPSO to hold Public Hearing on Monday, June 24th
A Public Hearing will be held by the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office on Monday, June 24th. The session will take place at 10:00 am at the JPSO headquarters, located at 150 Old Winnfield Hwy in Jonesboro. Items on the Agenda include:. Adoption of the 2023-24 amended budget. Adoption of...
JP12U Girls plays for District 5 Championship on Sunday
After beating host Bossier twice in two days, the Jackson Parish 12U Girls All-Stars will play for the Little League District 5 tournament championship on Sunday. The contest is slated to begin at 8:30 am on Field 1 of the Bossier Parish Sports Complex, located at 4800 Shed Road in Bossier City.
“Rock Snake” Community Project Continues to Grow
The idea was to show community pride by residents coming together in a fun way that shows unity. It started with a green head plopped next to the pathway at the Civil Rights Trail in Jonesboro and a sign next to the oddity. “This is Jackson, the parish snake! Add...
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