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By JIM BUTLER

Sometimes you get more than you bargained for, call it unintended consequences.

Case in point: Jackson Luke Dennis, 19, Pineville.

He was arrested October 25 after circumstances not yet divulged by authorities.

Allegedly having no vehicle insurance and obstruction by blocking the highway are minor details, not all that different from an arrest back in December.

It’s the add-ons that could pose problems for Dennis, who bonded out Wednesday.

One count of terrorism and two of car jacking raise the ante, so to speak.

In Louisiana terrorism is an alleged action with specific intent to intimidate or coerce the civilian population, or influence policy of a unit of government by intimidation or coercion, or affect conduct of a unit of government in the same manner.

Categories and penalties include killing, life imprisonment; bodily injury, 30 years; kidnapping, 10 years; aggravated arson, six to 40 years; aggravated criminal damage, one to 30 years.

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Sunday, November 1, Daylight saving time (DST) ends as all but a few states set back their clocks by one hour.

DST is the practice of advancing clocks by one hour during warmer months so that evening daylight lasts longer.

Current Schedule in the U.S.

• Starts: Second Sunday in March at 2 a.m. (clocks move forward 1 hour).
• Ends: First Sunday in November at 2 a.m. (clocks move back 1 hour to standard time).

Most of Arizona and Hawaii, along with U.S. Territories (Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa and the U.S. Virgin Islands to not observe DST.

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Alexandria Museum of Art Opens Clementine Hunter Exhibition Today
Alexandria Museum of Art

The Alexandria Museum of Art opens a new exhibition Friday, Oct. 30, featuring the work of renowned Louisiana folk artist Clementine Hunter. Titled “Life as Opportunity,” the exhibition features pieces from the Ann and Jack Brittain Family Collection and offers an in-depth look at Hunter’s artistic legacy. The exhibition will be displayed in the museum’s Lipsey Gallery through June 19, 2027. A special member opening is scheduled for Nov. 6. Hunter, whose work depicts everyday life and traditions in Louisiana, remains one of the state’s most recognized folk artists.

Louisiana Early Childhood Association to Hold State Conference in Alexandria
Louisiana Early Childhood Association

The Louisiana Early Childhood Association will hold its 2026 state conference Nov. 5-7 at the Randolph Riverfront Center, 707 Second St. in Alexandria. This year’s conference celebrates the organization’s 60th anniversary with the theme “Celebrating 60 Years of Diamonds in Early Childhood.” The event will bring together teachers, childcare professionals, administrators and others involved in early childhood education. The association focuses on improving educational opportunities and supporting the development of children from birth through age 8. Conference registration information is available through the organization’s website.

Fort Buhlow Recreation Area Celebrates Grand Opening of New Playground and Pickleball Courts
Red River Waterway Commission

The Red River Waterway Commission will host a grand opening ceremony Friday, Oct. 30, at 10 a.m. to celebrate improvements at Fort Buhlow Recreation Area in Pineville. New amenities include pickleball courts, a modern playground, a comfort station and pavilions. The improvements provide additional recreational opportunities for families, children and outdoor enthusiasts. The ceremony will recognize the completion of the new facilities and welcome visitors to enjoy the expanded recreation area.

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The Pineville Police Department arrested a suspect early Thursday morning, October 29, 2026, following an investigation into a battery reported in the Wardville area.

According to the department, investigators established probable cause to obtain an arrest warrant for Jarred Thomas Rachal and a search warrant for the property.

During the early morning hours of October 29, personnel from the Pineville Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Bureau, Drone Operators and SWAT Team executed the search warrant.

Rachal was taken into custody without incident, and evidence was recovered during the search.

The Pineville Police Department stated that the investigation remains ongoing and that no additional information will be released at this time.

Rachal is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Two Alexandria Police Department officers earned top-10 finishes at the 2026 Gulf Coast Police Motorcycle Skills Training event held last week in Gonzales, Louisiana.

Cpl. Tim Foreman and Police Officer Ethan Lacney represented the Alexandria Police Department during the weeklong event, which featured challenging courses designed to improve the precision, control and safety skills used by motorcycle officers.

Both officers finished among the top 10 competitors in their respective categories.

The event also supports the Dream Day Foundation and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

The Alexandria Police Department recognized Foreman and Lacney for their participation and accomplishments, emphasizing the importance of continued training and professional development.

The department is also encouraging prospective applicants to consider joining its 100th training class.

Those interested in applying can find additional information at https://bit.ly/4kSYoVq.

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Kohen Henry of Tioga is this year’s recipient of Luther W. Lott Sr. Memorial Scholarship, a four-year award presented to a Northwestern State University student whose parent or guardian is an employee of Lott Oil Co. Henry is majoring in secondary education with a concentration in social sciences and plans to become a teacher and coach.

“I want to make a difference,” he said.

At Tioga High School, Henry was an honor roll student and a member of the football team, earning Team MVP and Second Team All-District honors. He is currently linebackers coach for the Tioga Indians. He is a first-generation college student and a new member of Kappa Alpha Order. His parents are Shane Henry, a 14-year employee of Lott Oil, and Allison Henry. His father encouraged him to apply for the scholarship.

“We are proud to recognize Kohen as this year’s recipient,” said Lott Oil Director of Marketing Camille Lott Donahue. “This scholarship is especially meaningful to our company because it allows us to invest in the families of the employees who contribute so much to Lott Oil’s success. Kohen has already demonstrated a strong commitment to his education and community, and we look forward to seeing all that he accomplishes at Northwestern State.”

Luther Lott Sr. was founder of Lott Oil, a regional leader in fuels, lubricants and related products and services for industrial, commercial fleet, automotive and retail customers throughout Louisiana and east Texas. Lott Oil distribution centers are located throughout north and central Louisiana. In addition to the home office in Natchitoches, the company maintains satellite offices, warehouses, and bulk plants in Alexandria, Bossier City, Leesville, Mansura, Many, Monroe and Winnfield.

Preference for scholarship recipients is given to students from central and northwest Louisiana with a minimum GPA pf 2.5.

For information on creating a scholarship through the NSU Foundation visit https://nsulafoundation.com.

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Funeral services for Joseph “Joe” Dyess, 56, will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Spring Ridge Church, 5200 Hwy 175, Pleasant Hill, Louisiana. A visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. A burial will follow the service at Spring Ridge Cemetery, 5209 Hwy 175, Pleasant Hill, Louisiana. Officiating the service will be Brother Danny Williams and Brother Clayton Dyess.

Joe was born on October 6, 1970 to Charles Clayton Dyess and Vera Flores Dyess in Natchitoches, Louisiana and passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026 in Marthaville, Louisiana.

Joe was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Edward and Emma Dyess; maternal grandparents, Joseph Brune and Thelma Flores; father, Charles Dyess, Sr.; and sons, Joseph Printtis Dyess, Jr. and Dwain Nettles.

He is survived by his mother, Vera Dyess of Marthaville, Louisiana, daughter, Haylie Dyess and significant other, Joshua Behan, of Many, Louisiana; brothers, Charles “Clayton” Dyess, Jr. of Marthaville, Louisiana and Lloyd Dyess and wife, Lisa, of Bunkie, Louisiana; sisters, Christine Strebeck and husband, Ricky, of Many, Louisiana and Valerie Gonzalez and husband, Gene, of New Llano, Louisiana; daughter-in-law and husband, Jacob, of Pineville, Louisiana; grandchildren, Zane Behan, Kambriella Behan, Joshua Nettles and Tytus Nettles; 10 very special nieces; 10 very special nephews; and a host of great nieces, great nephews, cousins and friends.

Services and care were provided to the family by Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Many, Louisiana.

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John M. Zundel, 78, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on October 23, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, a deep love for his family, and a legacy of kindness, integrity, and devotion to those he loved.

Funeral Services for John M. Zundel will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 30, 2026 at Calvary Baptist Church, Alexandria with Reverend Jonathan Murphy officiating. Burial will be in Tioga Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Rusty Forest, Cody Devine, Sam Hayes, Jarrod Hayes, Matthew Nelson, and Jeremy Burford.

The family requests that visitation be observed at Hixson Brothers, Alexandria Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 5:00-8:00 p.m.

John was born on August 27, 1948, in Bunkie, Louisiana. His family later moved to Alexandria, where he spent his childhood. He attended Rugg Elementary, Alexandria Junior High School, and Bolton High School, graduating in 1967.

An accomplished athlete, John enjoyed baseball, playing both pitcher and first base, and was known as an excellent batter. He was also a talented swimmer, competing with the Alexandria Aquatic Club and representing Bolton High School. His strongest strokes were the breaststroke and butterfly.

Following high school, John attended college before spending time working offshore aboard tugboats, tending barges and crane barges. He eventually returned to Alexandria and worked as a machinist for Dresser Industries.

It was during this chapter of his life that John met Deborah, the woman who would become his wife and lifelong companion. They married on September 29, 1979, beginning a life together filled with love, family, and shared experiences.

With Deborah’s encouragement, John returned to college, beginning with a single accounting course at LSU Alexandria. Having never studied accounting before, he earned an A and discovered a new confidence in his abilities. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Louisiana College.

John and Deborah eventually made their home in Baton Rouge, where John built his career, including 17 years with the LSU Foundation.

Together, John and Deborah raised two daughters, Kate and Jennifer, who were the pride and joy of his life. John was a devoted father who took an active interest in everything his girls pursued. Whether cheering from the sidelines, attending practices and competitions, or sharing his love of the outdoors, he was always there to support and encourage them.

An avid outdoorsman, John had a lifelong passion for hunting and fishing. Fishing held a particularly special place in his heart. He began bream fishing as a young boy and never lost the simple joy of watching a cork disappear beneath the water. His earliest fishing memories were made alongside his mother, father, and brother.

John’s love for hunting began just as early. He started accompanying dove hunts around the age of six and was deer hunting with his father by his teenage years. Later in life, he especially treasured the time spent at the Tensas squirrel camp, where he reunited with old high school friends to hunt squirrels, share stories, and enjoy friendships that had lasted a lifetime.

Above all, John was a devoted husband, father, and family man. He was a man of remarkable character who lived with honesty, humility, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved. His kindness came naturally, his generosity knew few limits, and he could always be counted on to lend a hand. He found joy in life’s simple pleasures and, most importantly, in sharing those moments with family and friends.

John will be remembered not only for the life he lived, but for the love he gave so freely, the example he set, and the countless lives he touched along the way.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Zundel, Sr. and Ellie Zundel, and brother, Paul Zundel, Jr.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 47 years, Deborah Zundel; daughters, Jennifer Forest (Rusty), and Kate Zundel; grandchildren, Judd Forest, Briggs Forest, and Charlie Forest; sister, Nancy Zundel; nephew, Paul Zundell III, and numerous other family and friends.

He will be deeply missed and forever loved.

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Phonetic: /SHIN-dig/

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition

informal word for a big party.

Our friends are in town this weekend, so we’re hosting a shindig at our place on Saturday night.

Lillie “Joyce” Miller
September 4, 1935 – October 26, 2026
Service: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 10am at Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville.

Howard Clinton Dennis
January 30, 1958 – October 25, 2026
Service: Friday, October 30, 2026, 2pm at HIS Church, Pineville.

Geraldine Briggs Granville
January 19, 1949 — October 24, 2026
Service: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 11am at First New Light Baptist Church, Alexandria.

Sharon Denise Logan
September 10, 1961 – October 24, 2026
Service: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 10am at Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Alexandria.

John M. Zundel
August 27, 1948 – October 23, 2026
Service: Friday, October 30, 2026, 10am at Calvary Baptist Church, Alexandria.

Frances Elaine Roberts Andrews
January 10, 1942 – October 21, 2026
Service: Friday, October 30, 2026, 11am at Kingsville Baptist Church, Pineville.

Robert Lee Green, Sr.
April 13, 1953 – October 19, 2026
Service: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 10am at New Scott Olly Baptist Church, Alexandria.

Donald “Jody” L. Jowers
November 24, 1960 – October 19, 2026
Service: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 11am at Palmer Chapel Memorial Church, Pineville.

Gertrude Jenkins King
August 2, 1938 – October 19, 2026
Service: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 11am at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church, Lena.

Roy Lee Reed
December 22, 1991 – October 14, 2026
Service: Friday, October 30, 2026, 11:30am at Citadel Church of God in Christ, Alexandria.

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Why do we keep this stuff? I would ask as the pack-rat burden grew with each move.

Because, Bonnie replied each time (translated: I said to).

Thirty days after her departure I now know what she knew – most of it meant something to someone.

So, as George said, step right up, come on in:

More than 70 greeting cards – birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine and the like, each dated with a note from her (looks like I missed a few along the way or the endearments didn’t make cut);

Hundreds of snapshots – Polaroid to Nikon – and dozens of 8×10 and larger images, dated and identified;

School papers, report cards (good and otherwise), craft projects spanning decades;

Thirty-two pounds, literally, of costume and fine jewelry (some apparently never worn) tucked into two carrying bags; Frequently worn same filling standing chest;

Seventeen tablecloths (one to match each pair of shoes?);

Countless newspaper clippings, of course;

CDs, from the Platters forward;

Six well-worn Bibles, one with cash stuffed in it, another containing a folded scarf acquired on mission trip abroad;

Home movies converted from Super 8 millimeter to DVD (with perhaps the most precious keep of all, voices);

Enough Christmas decorations to adorn acres in Kisatchie Forest.

A good portion of all the above now has new homes.

I told you so, she would note.

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John Kennedy, our state’s senior United States’ Senator, paid a visit to Central Louisiana Wednesday 28 October at Alexandria’s Randolph Riverfront Center for a Federal Issues Update sponsored by the Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Senator Kennedy spoke before an audience of several hundred local civic, educational, and political leaders. His talk addressed topics ranging from situation with Iran to fuel prices and inflation.

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LSUA to Host 22nd Annual Trick-or-Treat Street Tonight
Louisiana State University of Alexandria

Louisiana State University of Alexandria will host its 22nd annual Trick-or-Treat Street Thursday, Oct. 29, from 5-7 p.m. on the university campus. More than 40 student organizations, clubs and departments will participate, distributing candy and Halloween treats to children. The event also serves as a fundraiser for student organizations. Tickets are required for attendees, except children ages 2 and younger, who are admitted free. The final entrance is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Families can enjoy the Halloween celebration while supporting LSUA student activities.

Alexandria to Host Boo at Bringhurst Halloween Celebration Saturday
City of Alexandria

The City of Alexandria will host Boo at Bringhurst on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Bringhurst Field on Babe Ruth Drive. The free Halloween celebration will feature family activities, carnival rides, games, hot air balloons and food trucks. The community event offers children and families an opportunity to celebrate Halloween in a public setting. Admission is free, and residents throughout Rapides Parish are invited to attend.

Indian Creek Recreation Area Plans Halloween Activities Saturday
Indian Creek Recreation Area

Indian Creek Recreation Area near Woodworth will host Halloween activities Saturday, Oct. 31, including trick-or-treating from 5-7 p.m. Additional activities listed for the day include pet and children’s costume contests, campsite judging and food vendors. The event offers families an opportunity to celebrate Halloween at the recreation area while enjoying outdoor activities. Regular vehicle admission fees apply. Visitors should check with Indian Creek Recreation Area for additional event information.

Alexandria Senior High to Hold Track-or-Treat Event Tonight
Alexandria Senior High School

Alexandria Senior High School will host a Track-or-Treat celebration Thursday, Oct. 29, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Butch Stoker Stadium. The Halloween event provides children and families an opportunity to enjoy an evening of trick-or-treating at the school. Admission is $5 per child. The event is among several school and community Halloween celebrations scheduled throughout Rapides Parish this week.

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The Alexandria Lions Club recently donated two van loads of toys, books and jackets, along with a $1,000 contribution, to Fostering Community to support individuals in foster care throughout Central Louisiana.

The donated items were collected through the club’s Wrapped in Warmth & Wonder drive, organized in partnership with its Cub Club.

Emily Paul and Erica Coco of Fostering Community joined the Alexandria Lions Club for the presentation of the donations.

The $1,000 contribution will help Fostering Community continue providing services to individuals in foster care across Central Louisiana.

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Glenmora High School students earned several awards in livestock competitions at the Rapides Parish Fair, including first-place showmanship finishes and grand champion honors.

In goat showmanship, Matt M. earned first place in the 15U division, while Kimber M. took first place in the 13U division.

In the market goat competition, Kimber M. placed second in Class 2. Matt M. earned first place in Class 3, while Kimber M. finished third in the same class.

Kimber M. also received Reserve Showmanship and Reserve Champion honors in the sheep competition. Matt M. earned Reserve Champion Ewe.

In cattle competitions, JR J. placed third in Senior Showmanship and earned two grand champion titles: Grand Champion Charolais Heifer and Grand Champion AOB-BI Heifer.

Glenmora High School also recognized Bryanna B. for serving as a volunteer junior leader and assisting in the exhibit hall.

The school congratulated its students on their accomplishments at the Rapides Parish Fair.

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The Northwestern State Demons’ volleyball team is home tonight looking to snap a three-match losing streak and sweep the season series as the Houston Christian University Huskies visit on “Bad Tunes Night” at Prather Coliseum at 6:30 p.m.

Fans are encouraged to sign up for the Bad Tunes promotion so they can pick a song to play before HCU’s serves. Check the following link for more information: www.NSUDemons.com/BadTunes.

Saturday, the Demons play at home again in a 1 o’clock match against Incarnate Word, with fans invited to participate in a Halloween costume contest and trick or treating fun throughout the contest.

The Demons (12-13, 4-6 SLC) come into the week tied for seventh place in the Southland Conference standings with McNeese (8-13, 4-6 SLC) with just six matches remaining in the regular season. NSU is trying to qualify for the conference tournament for the first time since 2023.

East Texas A&M (9-14, 3-7 SLC) and HCU (5-17, 3-7 SLC) are tied for eighth. The top eight teams qualify for the 2026 Southland Conference Tournament which is Friday, Nov. 20-Sunday, Nov. 22 in Corpus Christi, Texas.

NSU and HCU will face off for the second time this year. The Demons defeated the Huskies 3-1 in Houston in the conference opener on Sept. 24. Elsie Sanchez and Olivia Nzioki led the way with 13 and 10 kills, respectively. Senior setter Jade Longlad had 36 assists while sophomore utility Emmarie McFarland had 27 digs to help NSU to a hard-fought win.

“This is a different team than the first time we played them,” said Demons head coach Ben Kaszeta. “They had five kids a month ago that couldn’t travel with them for one reason or another and now they have three of them back. So, these last couple of weeks they have slowly gotten better. I expect a better team to come in here.”

As for the Demons, Sanchez leads the team for the season with 3.37 kills per set offensively which is fifth in the SLC. Longlad is third in assists per set at 9.39 while McFarland’s 4.75 digs per set is also third.

The Huskies have won back-to-back matches over McNeese and Nicholls (9-14, 2-8 SLC) at home coming into Thursday.

“They’ve done a good job the last two games of breaking from patterns that were hurting them early in the season,” said Kaszeta. “But we will look back to how we scored against them the first time and they should still be there Thursday.”

The Huskies are just 1-9 on the road this year beating Texas Southern 3-1 on Sept. 3.

Fans can watch on ESPN+ as Patrick Netherton and Caley Carter will have the call. Live stats will be available at NSUDemons.com while live updates can be found on twitter/X on the NSU volleyball page @NSUDemonsVB.

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) hosted an introductory hiking, birding and nature photography class on October 24 at the Woodworth Education Center.

The class was part of LDWF’s Geaux Play Outdoors program, which offers outdoor recreational activities.

Participants took part in the Introductory Hiking, Birding, and Nature Photography class during the event.

LDWF thanked those who attended and shared highlights from the class.

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Arrests are accusations, not convictions.

Oct. 28

Timothy Lee Caudle II, 19, Plainview – domestic abuse battery with child present, no bail data.

Oct. 27

Tavorie Leeann Brinar, 20, Plainview – domestic abuse battery with child present, no bail data;

Michael Glenn Burns Jr., 46, Pineville – criminal trespass, failure to appear, two counts contempt of court, $51,000 bail;

Blake Dillon Daniel, 26, Deville – speeding, driving under suspension, no insurance, gross littering, four counts contempt of court, $203,550 bail;

Alexander Marquez Frost, 34, Ball – producing manufacturing distributing CDS, improper driving on left, criminal conspiracy, $100 bail;

Brandon Lewis Howard, 40, Alexandria – domestic abuse battery strangulation, domestic abuse battery with child present, aggravated kidnapping, domestic abuse battery, false imprisonment, $211,500 bail;

Dalton Earl Phillips, 24, Pineville – four counts contempt of court, $200,000 bail;

Tiffany Nicole Recard, 42, Alexandria – theft, two counts contempt of court, $36,500 bail;

Guadalupe Sierra, 40, N/A – three counts stalking, criminal trespass, $500 bail;

Henry Wayne Taylor, 65, Pineville – sex offender failure to renew registration, failure to appear, contempt of court, probation violation, $100,360 bail;

Morgan Marie Thiels, 32, Otis – OWI first offense, driving under suspension, open container, hit and run driving, $1,700 bail.

Oct. 26

Michael Rolando Busch Jr., 33, Pineville – second degree rape, $50,000 bail;

Oreayal Gold, 23, Pineville – second degree battery, contempt of court, $15,000 bail;

Jordan Curtis George, 17, Alexandria – second degree battery, $10,000 bail;

Joseph Anthony Mitchell, 53, Alexandria – criminal damage to property, two counts contempt of court, $22,000 bail;

Booker Thomas James Pickens, 33, Alexandria – possession of drug paraphernalia, driver’s license required, running a stop sign, possession of marijuana, $1,600 bail;

Carlixto Gonzales Pizarro, 68, Alexandria – OWI first offense, $1,000 bail;

Kenison David Ricketts, 19, Boyce – carnal knowledge of a juvenile, $50,000 bail;

Jesse Edward Toney, 36, Alexandria – DWI first offense, reckless operation, $810 bail.

Oct. 25

Shawn Philip Bergeaux, 48, Lecompte – possession of CDS, paraphernalia, illegal carrying of a weapon, $7,000 bail;

Jackson Luke Dennis, 19, Pineville – terrorism intentional killing of a human being, two counts car jacking, no insurance, simple obstruction of highway, $45,600 bail;

Andrew James Garcia, 19, Pineville – OWI first offense, $1,000 bail;

Kyle Hebert, 24, Elmer – flight from an officer, reckless operation, $25,500 bail;

Edward Lee Randall, 67, Boyce – theft, criminal damage to property, criminal trespass, $26,000 bail;

Regina Gail Randall, 62, Boyce – theft, illegal carry firearm with drugs, possession of CDS, criminal damage to property, criminal trespass, $32,500 bail;

Hollie Ann Sharp, 39, Deville – criminal damage to property, simple burglary, criminal trespass, failure to appear, $11,500 bail;

Richard Jesse Stampley, 32, Alexandria – possession of marijuana, illegal possession of a stolen firearm, possession of firearm by convicted felon, resisting an officer, failure to secure registration, no driver’s license, $21,200 bail.

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Memorial Services for Roger Glenn Phillips, 72, of Dry Prong, will be held at 4:00 P.M. Thursday, October 29, 2026 in the Magnolia Funeral Home Chapel at 7357 Masonic Drive in Alexandria, LA.

Mr. Phillips passed away, at his home in Dry Prong, LA on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

He was a native of the Rapides/Grant Parish and was a retired Truck Driver and U.S. Marine Corps Veteran.

Mr. Phillips is survived by his wife, Sandra Phillips – Pollock, LA. Stepson: Rodger Driggers and wife Sabrina of Mansura, LA. 2 Step-Daughters Tammy Aycock – Dry Prong, LA. And Dawn Long – Alexandria, LA. 7 Grandchildren, Brandon Lowe, Dustin Lowe, Tracy Allen, Katie Long, Sara Long, Dean Long and Tali Long along with 10 Great-Grandchildren.

He enjoyed Hunting, Fishing, Camping and Lawn Mower Racing, anything 4 wheels.

During his time in Vietnam, He saw combat in which he did walk through the water like in the movies.

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January 19, 1949 – October 24, 2026

Geraldine Briggs Granvile was born on January 19, 1949, to Harding Briggs Sr. and Lilian Briggs. She departed this life on October 24, 2026, at the age of 77.

She leaves to cherish her memory her beloved daughter, Dr. Carol (Vernon) Swift; her grandchild, Monica (Daniel) Privett; and her surviving siblings, Corrine, Linda, Marvin, Kenneth and Darnice. She will also be lovingly remembered by her extended family and many dear friends.

Visitation will be held Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 9 to 11 a.m. at First New Light Baptist Church, located at 5752 Bayou Rapides Road in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. at the church.

Burial will take place at Garden of Memories Cemetery, located at 2733 Eddie Williams Avenue in Alexandria, Louisiana.

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