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At the monthly meeting of the East Carroll Parish Police Jury, jurors sparred over the correct protocol for work done on behalf of the jury, including who may do the work based on qualifications and insurance status, and the cost threshold for needing permission from the entire jury for the work to be done. An outstanding invoice prompted this discussion.

The Lake Providence Board of Aldermen accepted the resignation of Alderwoman Patricia 'Pat' Foster Roberson during a special meeting last week, and then voted to appoint Charlene Bailey to fill Roberson’s unexpired term.

A drive-by shooting of a residence on Hudson Street landed two adults and a juvenile in jail facing a number of felony charges. Tystin White and Karvan Powell, East Carroll Parish sheriff’s investigators, said that a 911 call was received reporting that shots were fired in the area of Third Street and Charles D.

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Congratulations to Cantrice Lewis, the first recipient of the first annual Dee Allen Legacy Scholarship Award in the amount of $1,500. Lewis was awarded the scholarship not only for her academic achievements, but also for her resilience, leadership, and unwavering commitment to making a difference in her life. The Dee Allen Legacy Scholarship was founded to encourage students to see beyond their circumstances and to reach their goals through perseverance. It was founded by the granddaughters of Janie Allen Dee.

Stray dogs have become a problem throughout the parish, and one woman wants to find a solution. Benita Fortenberry Lovell is working hard to set up the Riverbend Animal Sanctuary, a no-kill shelter for dogs in East Carroll Parish. Currently she is in phase one, Lovell said, setting up her 501c3. Then she will move forward with the next stage which is finding a location for the shelter. “It has to be somewhere that is non-residential,” Lovell explained, “because of the barking.” Lovell said she had a few places in mind, but that land was expensive and scarce in the parish.

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 Media 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 2nd Tuesday of month @ 12 noon • in the Police Jury Meeting 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.

Arrests as of August 18, 2025: East Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office: 8/11/25 – Christian Robinson, 24, aggravated assault by drive-by shooting, illegal use of a firearm and aggravated criminal damage to property. Bond $165,000.