Ten people were arrested and booked into the Washington Parish Jail Thursday morning (September 17) following simultaneous arrest and search warrants executed at multiple locations in Bogalusa. Two of ...

Once again during this year’s fair, spelling champions from the schools in Washington Parish will put their skils to the test at the Mile Branch Spelling Bee. 5th and 6th grade school spelling ...

Minnie Posey, Chairman of the Flower House, has released the student categories for student exhibits for the upcoming fair.  It is not too early to begin thinking about entries.  Arrangements must be ...

"Mr. Cooper was a giant in Louisiana agriculture.  His leadership and ag industry stewardship were second to none!"       ----Dr. Paul Coreil, Chancellor,      Louisiana State University -- Alexandria ...

I remember both my first common persimmon and my first oriental persimmon. My grandmother and I were out walking in her neighborhood when I was about four years old, when we came across a native ...

The Franklinton Demons pulled off a dramatic come-from-behind victory Thursday night at Demon Stadium, scoring twice on their final two possessions to rally from a 16-7 fourth-quarter deficit and ...

The Winbury Club met at the Varnado Museum following the successful Downtown Franklinton Block Party.  Members enjoyed an evening of great food, friendship, and plenty of laughter.  Special thanks to ...

Local news coverage is critical for a strong and vibrant community. Unfortunately, local publications are dying because of monopolistic Big Tech. Over 30% of all newspapers are expected to close ...

Good day to you all!  A big thank you to all who attended the community/school board meeting this past Thursday evening.  It was so great to see so many show up to support MHS!  Also, thank you to ...

We had some strong thunderstorms accompanied with strong winds last week. I’m sorry for any flooding or property damage that the storms caused.  At the same time though, I’m Thankful for the rain, as ...

A sure sign that the Washington Parish Fair is almost here is the annual Fair Flag-Raising ceremony at the courthouse in Franklinton. It will be held Friday, September 25 at 10 a.m., and everyone is ...

The Franklinton Falcons football team won their third straight game of the season to run their record to 3-0 as they defeated the Mt Hermon Yellowjackets 32-0 last Tuesday on the road. The Falcons ...