News

For the 10th year in a row, East Carroll Parish has lost population. In July of 2024, The United States Census showed the parish with a total population of 6,892. One year later, in 2025, the population had decreased by 132 residents, down to 6,760 people.

Oh, Easter. Such a joyous occasion. And so much fun seeing everyone in their Sunday best. I wasn’t sure anyone still stuck to the tradition of new outfits and adornment for Easter Sunday. It was a given at our house. We might not get anything else, but our mother made us a new dress for Easter Sunday, and we thought we looked good. We felt pretty. And in the photos I have seen, some of these Lake Providence folk clean up pretty good. I’m going to share a few of the pictures with y’all.

When a beloved plant isn’t doing well in the garden, it can feel a bit like dealing with a sick pet or young child. They can’t tell you what is wrong — but that doesn’t stop you from wanting to help them get better.

Even though National Nutrition Month ended last month, it’s still a great time to focus on simple, healthy habits at home. Trying new recipes, following science- based nutrition advice, and eating well on any budget can help families stay healthy. Small changes in food safety, meal planning, and physical activity can reduce stress, improve nutrition, and support overall health for every family member. Below are a few easy steps to help families stay safe, stress less, and move more.

SNAP benefit signup every Tuesday @ 9:30am-3pm East Carroll Parish Community Action Agency EAST CARROLL PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 1st Tuesday of month @ 6:30 pm • in the Board R oom, Administration building DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DRIVER’S LICENSE OFFICE 1st Thursday of month from 9am-3 pm (lunch 12-1) East Carroll Parish Police Jury office building (old health unit) EAST CARROLL PARISH POLICE JURY COMMITTEES 1st Wednesday of month @ 10am • in the Police Jury Room EAST CARROLL PARISH POLICE JURY Tuesday following committee meetings @ 12 noon • in the Police Jury Room EAST CARROLL HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD 2nd Wednesday of month @ 10am • at Housing Authority, Mike Ave. LAKE PROVIDENCE HOUSING AUTHORITY 3rd Thursday of month @ 12 noon LPHA office, Foster St.

Baccalaureate for Briarfield Academy • Sunday, May 3 • 6pm • First Baptist Church Graduation for Briarfield Academy and General Trass High School • Friday, May 8 • both at 6pm Fifth annual Lake Providence Levee Festival • Saturday, May 9 • www. lakeprovidenceleveefestival.com

April 2026 FRIDAY 10 Chair exercise for adults • 10am • ECP Library TUESDAY 14 SNAP benefit signup 9:30am-3pm • East Carroll Parish Community Action Agency EAST CARROLL PARISH POLICE JURY 12 noon • in the Police Jury Room WEDNESDAY 15 Chair exercise for adults • 10am • ECP Library THURSDAY 16 LAKE PROVIDENCE HOUSING AUTHORITY 12 noon • LPHA office, Foster St. LAKE PROVIDENCE BOARD OF ALDERMEN 5:30pm • in the Mayor’s Court room, City Hall.

Arrests as of April 6, 2026: East Carroll Parish Sheriff: 3/30/26 - Nikki Scott, 46, warrant. No bond.

The East Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office has joined the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office and sheriff’s offices around the state as a member of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. As a member of the program, the sheriff’s office enhances its resources and strengthens its efforts to protect juveniles from online predators. The ICAC Task Force program was developed in 1998, in response to an ever-increasing number of children and teenagers using the internet, an ever-increasing number of online images depicting child sexual abuse, and an ever-increasing amount of online activity by people seeking to contact and exploit children and teens.

OUIDA'S New life has been breathed into the majestic and historic piece of history that is the Kilpatrick Building on Lake Street. After a lengthy remodel process by Doorway to Louisiana, Carol Ann Coody has realized her dream of opening her own clothing store in the iconic space.