ORDINANCE NO. 2026-533 The Council considered adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-533, an ordinance adding Section 17-1 relative to fireworks to the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Vinton to provide requirements and restrictions for fireworks, including the sale thereof and the dates and times they may be used. AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 17-1 RELATIVE TO FIREWORKS TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF VINTON WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen of the Town of Vinton believe that the Town of Vinton’s ordinances be amended to add requirements and restrictions addressing fireworks and pyrotechnics, including relative to the sale thereof and the times and dates by which same may be used within the corporate limits of the Town of Vinton. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Code of Ordinances, Town of Vinton, Louisiana, is hereby amended, and specifically Section 17-1 (located under Chapter 17 Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions, Article I), which is currently reserved under the Town’s Ordinances, is inserted therein the following ordinance: Sec. 17-1. Fireworks/Pyrotechnics. (a) Except as hereinafter provided for, it shall be unlawful for any person to have, keep, store, use, discharge, manufacture, offer to sell, handle or transport any pyrotechnics within the corporate limits of the town, it being the intention of this section to prohibit the sale, distribution of, or discharge of pyrotechnics of any kind or description of, or discharge of pyrotechnics of any kind or description whatsoever within the corporate limits. (b) The terms "pyrotechnics" and/or “fireworks” is defined as any sparkler, squib, rocket, firecracker, roman candle, signal lights, fireworks or explosives of inflammable material and any other of such devices used to obtain a visible and/or audible pyrotechnic display. (c) This section shall not apply to the following: (1) The possession or use of signaling devices necessary for the safe operation of railroads or other classes of public or private transportation or of eliminating devices for photographic use or the use of blank cartridges for ceremonial, theatrical or athletic events. (2) Pyrotechnic displays of fireworks in public parks or other open places where a permit for such display has been issued by the town. (3) Fireworks which are used, fired, shot or exploded by a responsible adult, or under the constant supervision of a responsible adult, in a place and in such a manner that no fire hazard will be presented. (4) Fireworks may only be fired, shot or exploded within the corporate limits of the Town Of Vinton two weeks prior to and one week after the recognized holidays of 4th of July, Christmas and New Years. At no other time will they be allowed to be fired, shot or exploded within the corporate limits. For all such recognized holidays other than New Years Eve, citizens must stop the use of fireworks by 10:00 P.M. Citizens will be allowed to use fireworks on New Years Eve/New Years Day until 12:30 A.M. A motion was made by Council Member Conner, seconded by Council Member Stanley. Motion carried. /s/Bonnie Jo Bahnsen, Mayor /s/Brandi Patin, City Clerk Run Date: Aug. 26, 2026 (Au-11) Cost of Notice: $42.00

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES VINTON, LOUISIANA August 18, 2026 The Governing Authority of the Town of Vinton, Louisiana was convened in regular session at Vinton City Hall, 1200 Horridge Street, Vinton, Louisiana, on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at approximately 6:00 P.M. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Bonnie Jo Bahnsen called the meeting to order. 2. INVOCATION / PRAYER. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 4. ROLL CALL / Roll call was taken by Brandi Patin, Town Clerk. 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS - no public comments 6. MAYOR BAHSEN The following Reports were submitted: Total Payroll for July 2026 $193,118.38 Total Pay Warrant for Town Bills July 2026, $ 207, 237.23 7. APPROVAL OF BILLS – JULY 2026. A motion was made by Council Member Starring to approve the July 2026 bills. There was not a second, and the motion failed, opposition from Council Members Conner, Stanley, and Wright. 8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 21, 2026 A motion was made by Council Member Loyd, seconded by Council Member Stanley, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held July 21,2026 Motion carried. 9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – SPECIAL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2026 A motion was made by Council Member Starring, seconded by Council Member Stanley, to approve the minutes of the special meeting held May 28, 2026 and Motion carried. 10. PROCLAMATION FOR GRUNIE “TUTIE” RICHARD Mayor Bahnsen presented a proclamation honoring Grunie “Tutie” Richard. The proclamation was read aloud by Carla Sigular Town Magistrate 11. JEFF ROY POWELL – 905 Vincent. Mr. Powell was not present. 12. PICO PACO / PAULINA – 2026–2027 BEER AND LIQUOR PERMIT The Council considered the application for approval of the 2026–2027 Beer and Liquor Permits for 1346 Horridge Street. Paulina indicates the matter was waiting on the Fire Marshal. A motion was made by Council Member Loyd, seconded by Council Member Wright, and the motion carried. Council Member Starring requested that it be noted for the record that she was not in favor of alcohol being served on main st as she preferred to maintain a family-friendly, environment. PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE NO. 2026-533 Mayor Bahnsen called the Public Hearing to order regarding Ordinance No. 2026-533, an ordinance adding Section 17-1 relative to fireworks to the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Vinton and providing requirements and restrictions for the sale and use of fireworks. Mayor Bahnsen asked for public comment regarding the proposed ordinance. There were no public comments. A motion was made by Council Member Loyd, seconded by Council Member Stanley, to close the Public Hearing. The motion carried by roll call vote. Roll Call Vote: ALL YEAS: Conner, Starring, Loyd, Stanley, Wright. NAYS: 0 13. MAYOR BAHNSEN – ORDINANCE NO. 2026-533 The Council considered adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-533, an ordinance adding Section 17-1 relative to fireworks to the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Vinton to provide requirements and restrictions for fireworks, including the sale thereof and the dates and times they may be used. AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 17-1 RELATIVE TO FIREWORKS TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF VINTON WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen of the Town of Vinton believe that the Town of Vinton’s ordinances be amended to add requirements and restrictions addressing fireworks and pyrotechnics, including relative to the sale thereof and the times and dates by which same may be used within the corporate limits of the Town of Vinton. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Code of Ordinances, Town of Vinton, Louisiana, is hereby amended, and specifically Section 17-1 (located under Chapter 17 Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions, Article I), which is currently reserved under the Town’s Ordinances, is inserted therein the following ordinance: Sec. 17-1. Fireworks/Pyrotechnics. (a) Except as hereinafter provided for, it shall be unlawful for any person to have, keep, store, use, discharge, manufacture, offer to sell, handle or transport any pyrotechnics within the corporate limits of the town, it being the intention of this section to prohibit the sale, distribution of, or discharge of pyrotechnics of any kind or description of, or discharge of pyrotechnics of any kind or description whatsoever within the corporate limits. (b) The terms "pyrotechnics" and/or “fireworks” is defined as any sparkler, squib, rocket, firecracker, roman candle, signal lights, fireworks or explosives of inflammable material and any other of such devices used to obtain a visible and/or audible pyrotechnic display. (c) This section shall not apply to the following: (1) The possession or use of signaling devices necessary for the safe operation of railroads or other classes of public or private transportation or of eliminating devices for photographic use or the use of blank cartridges for ceremonial, theatrical or athletic events. (2) Pyrotechnic displays of fireworks in public parks or other open places where a permit for such display has been issued by the town. (3) Fireworks which are used, fired, shot or exploded by a responsible adult, or under the constant supervision of a responsible adult, in a place and in such a manner that no fire hazard will be presented. (4) Fireworks may only be fired, shot or exploded within the corporate limits of the Town Of Vinton two weeks prior to and one week after the recognized holidays of 4th of July, Christmas and New Years. At no other time will they be allowed to be fired, shot or exploded within the corporate limits. For all such recognized holidays other than New Years Eve, citizens must stop the use of fireworks by 10:00 P.M. Citizens will be allowed to use fireworks on New Years Eve/New Years Day until 12:30 A.M. A motion was made by Council Member Conner, seconded by Council Member Stanley. Motion carried. /s/Bonnie Jo Bahnsen, Mayor /s/Brandi Patin City Clerk 14. MAYOR BAHNSEN Proposed ORDINANCE for purpose of soliciting sealed bids to dispose of obsolete and unnecessary office chairs. Attorney Jared Watson spoke to the matter, and we should be revisited at a later meeting, with the intention of including additional items for disposal. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-21 A RESOLUTION OF THE Town of Vinton La TO ADOPT THE 2026 Calcasieu Parish Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan for the Town in accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act on August 18, 2026 ADOPTED by a vote of 5 in favor, 0 against, and 0 abstaining, this 18th day of August 2026. YEAS: Conner, Starring, Loyd, Stanley, Wright NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE /s/Bonnie Jo Bahnsen, Mayor /s/Brandi Patin City Clerk MAYOR BAHNSEN - COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT The Council discussed the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between Calcasieu Parish Police Jury (CPPJ), Port of Vinton, and the Town of Vinton. No action was taken at this time. MAYOR BAHNSEN -WATER, SEWER, GARBAGE AND ELECTRIC RATES Mayor spoke to council to discuss the Town’s water rates, sewer, garbage, and electricity rates. No action was taken. Council members were provided with packets for review. 15. TERRY VICE – DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS Mr. Terry Vice, Director of Public Works, provided the Public Works Report. 16. CHIEF CHRIS VICE Chief Chris Vice provided the Fire and Civil Defense Report. (Not Present) 17. CHIEF SCOTT SPELL - Chief Scott Spell provided the Police Report. 18. JARED WATSON – TOWN ATTORNEY. 19. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Council Member Loyd, seconded by Council Member Starring, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned. /s/Bonnie Jo Bahnson, Mayor /s/Brandi Patin, City Clerk Run Date: Aug. 26, 2026 (Au-10) Cost of Notice: $114.00

INSERT PICTURE I, Michael David Jordan, have been convicted of 11990004 22.021(A)(2)(B) PC – AGG SEXUAL ASSAULT CHILD on Nov 01, 1999. My address is: 715 S Polk Ave, Jonesboro, LA. 71251 Race: White Sex: Male Date of Birth: 10/30/1977 Height: 6’2” Weight: 230 Hair Color: Brown Eye Color: Hazel Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA, on August 26 & 28, 2026.

August 10, 2026 Eros Board of Aldermen Eros Village Hall Mayor Julie Gryder called the regular meeting to order at 5:30 Aldermen Present: Shannon Morris, Katie Dispenza Workers Present: Walter Kotz-Police Chief, Alisha Waldroup-Clerk, Loyd Nelson-Maintenance Visitors Present: David Howard, Cheryl Parrish, Sue Bailey, Denver Bailey, Denise Costin, Oliver Neal The meeting opened with a prayer and the pledge of allegiance. Roll call was taken. Motion was made by S. Morris, 2nd by K. Dispenza to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the previous meetings (April, May, June, and July) and to adopt them as emailed and printed. Motion passed. Police Dept. updates included the police car still needing repairs ($1,255.30), with discussion on readiness for issuing tickets once fixed. Quick PD is set up and ready on their end. Motion was made by K. Dispenza, 2nd by S. Morris to have the police car repaired. Motion passed. Oliver Neal from Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix, & Hixon explained the water well project, which received funding with a 49% subsidy and 51% loan, from the Drinking Water Revolving Fund and matching funds from Louisiana Infrastructure Technical Assistance Corporation, resulting in no cost to the Village. The project must meet a six-month deadline from the June 8th approval letter for plans and specifications, with about four months remaining. The water project will restore a second well, add generators, and upgrade equipment, ensuring reliable water supply without affecting citizen water rates. The council discussed the need to select an engineering firm soon, possibly via a special meeting, to avoid delays and meet project deadlines. Property maintenance proceedings were held in July. Nine properties were reviewed, four must show improvements by August 27th (30-day deadline), others have 60 days; fines will be issued for non-compliance. The next property maintenance hearing is scheduled for August 27th at 6:00 PM. Village hall rentals are currently empty; last month saw two rentals. Power unit update: progress at the water tank is installed pending state approval for gas line work; the well site awaits plumbing and electrical work, with some delays due to property and state requirements. Other business included discussion on updating the town sign to read Village, park improvements, and the need to replace obsolete air conditioning units in the Village Hall by next year. Motion was made by K. Dispenza, 2nd by S. Morris to remove the dilapidated pavilions at the park. Motion passed. There being no further business to bring before the council, a motion was made by K. Dispenza, 2nd by S. Morris to adjourn the meeting at 6:02 PM until the next scheduled meeting on Sept 7, 2026 at 5:30 PM. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted by Alisha Waldroup Published in the Ruston Daily Leader; $30.00 on Aug 26, 2026.

Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District Meeting Minutes for Regular Scheduled Board Meeting: Thursday, August 13, 2026, 2026 @ 12:00 noon Present: Allen Lindsay, Deidre Hollis, Joe Vail, Aaron Johnson, Amber Swanner, and JoLynn Smith. Absent: Conchita Doyle and Alma Williams Guests: Vickie Vail and Kay Caldwell Meeting was called to order by Allen Lindsay. Roll call by Aaron Johnson: Present: Allen Lindsay, Joe Vail, and Deidre Hollis and Absent Conchita Doyle and Alma Williams. Invocation led by Deidre Hollis. Pledge of Allegiance led by Joe Vail. Guest present are Vickie Vail and Kay Caldwell. No comments. Motion made by Joe Vail and seconded by Deidre Hollis to accept Meeting Minutes June 11 and July 9, 2026. All in favor motion carried. Motion made by Deidre Hollis and seconded by Joe Vail to approve and accept the financials and payment of bills for June and July 2026. All in favor motion carried. Director’s report given by EMS Director Aaron Johnson. Director’s report includes Maintenance report, August schedule, Safety training meeting, Training center buzz, Grant status, UPL, Past and Present meetings. Motion made by Joe Vail and seconded by Deidre Hollis to accept the Director’s report. All in favor motion carried. No Old Business. New business. A. Adopt the 2026 Tax Millage Rate, EMS Director Aaron Johnson read resolution aloud, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following millage(s) are hereby levied on the 2026 tax roll on all property subject to taxation by Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District: MILLAGE Maintaining and Operating Facilities/ Ambulance and Equipment Purchases 5.88 mills BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper administrative officials of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, be and they are hereby empowered, authorized, and directed to spread said taxes, as hereinabove set forth, upon the assessment roll of said Parish for the year 2026, and to make the collection of the taxes imposed for and on behalf of the taxing authority, according to law, and that the taxes herein levied shall become a permanent lien and privilege on all property subject to taxation as herein set forth, and collection thereof shall be enforceable in the manner provided by law. The foregoing resolution was read in full, the roll was called on the adoption thereof, and the resolution was adopted by the following votes: 3-Yeas, 0-Nays, 0-Abstained, 2-absent B. Resolution to apply for grant funding. Motion made by Deidre Hollis and seconded by Joe Vail. All in favor motion carried. C. Surplus and Auction-phone system, monitors, IV pumps, and CPAPs on GOV Deals. Motion made by Joe Vail and seconded by Deidre Hollis. All in favor motion carried. D. Approve the adjusted Pay Scale and benefit package. Motion made by Joe Vail and seconded by Deidre Hollis. All in favor motion carried. E. Accept the 2025 Financial Audit Report. Motion made by Deidre Hollis and seconded by Joe Vail. All in favor motion carried. Motion made by Joe Vail and seconded by Deidre Hollis to adjourn meeting. All in favor motion carried. Next Regular Board Meeting will be held: Thursday, September 10, 2026 @ 12:00 noon Thursday, October 8, 2026 @ 12:00 noon Aaron Johnson /Secretary-Treasurer @ JPASD – 115 Watts Street – Jonesboro, LA Unofficial Minutes Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA on Aug 26, 2026.

The Jackson Parish Special Education Department is seeking stakeholders to serve on the Jackson Parish Special Education Advisory Committee. The committee meets three times a year at the Student Service Center at 440 Old Winnfield Road, Jonesboro, Louisiana. Parents of students with disabilities, teachers, staff and community members can apply to serve on the committee. All interested applicants can request a SEAC application by emailing Bonnie Buckelew at bonnie.buckelew@jpsbschools.us or by calling 318-259-8802, ext. 9109. The due date for all applications to be turned into the Student Service Center is September 25, 2026. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader; $18.00 on Aug 26, Sept 2 & 9, 2026.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Jonesboro Planning and Zoning Committee shall meet on September 8, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Jonesboro Town Hall, 128 Allen Avenue, Jonesboro, Louisiana, to conduct a public hearing on its recommendation to the Board of Aldermen regarding an Application it received from William and Janice Lewis /Shanyah Love Bugs to Amend the Official Zoning Map of the Town of Jonesboro by rezoning certain tracks of property located at 1001 Leon Drive, Jonesboro, Louisiana, 71251 from General Business to Residential R-2. The Committee will control the procedure of the hearing, but any person who is present will be allowed to speak to express support or opposition to the proposed rezoning. Additionally, any person may submit a written statement in support of or in opposition to the proposed rezoning for consideration by the Committee. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader; $36.00 on Aug 21, 26 & 30, 2026. mmm To all persons claiming an interest in: 2000 - 14'- ALUMINUM - ALUMACRAFT - ACBE0516K900/ 1999 - 8HP - MERCURY - 0G827761. James and Sean Counihan will apply to SCDNR for title on watercraft/outboard motor. If you have any claim to the watercraft/outboard motor, contact SCDNR at (803) 734-3699. Upon thirty days after the date of the last advertisement if no claim of interest is made and the watercraft/outboard motor has not been reported stolen, SCDNR shall issue clear title. Case No: 20260330950226. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA on Aug 23, 26 & 28, 2026.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Jonesboro Planning and Zoning Committee shall meet on September 8, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Jonesboro Town Hall, 128 Allen Avenue, Jonesboro, Louisiana, to conduct a public hearing on its recommendation to the Board of Aldermen regarding an Application it received from Christine Weeks to Amend the Official Zoning Map of the Town of Jonesboro by rezoning certain tracks of property located on South Hudson parcel # 0065001000 & 0065023995A, Jonesboro, Louisiana, 71251 from Residential R-1 to General Business B-2. The Committee will control the procedure of the hearing, but any person who is present will be allowed to speak to express support or opposition to the proposed rezoning. Additionally, any person may submit a written statement in support of or in opposition to the proposed rezoning for consideration by the Committee. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader; $36.00 on Aug 21, 26 & 30, 2026.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Alderman shall hold a public hearing on September 8, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at the Jonesboro Town Hall, 128 Allen Ave., Jonesboro on an Ordinance which would adopt the Official Zoning Map and revise the comprehensive zoning regulations for the Town of Jonesboro and provide for the administration, enforcement, and amendment thereof by repealing the current Chapters 120 and 140 of the Jonesboro Code of Ordinances and adopting new Chapters 120 and 140 of the Jonesboro Code of Ordinances. The Board of Alderman will control the procedure of the hearing but any person who is present will be allowed to speak to express support or opposition to the Official Zoning Map and/or the revisions to Chapters 120 and 140. Additionally, any person may submit a written statement in support of or in opposition to the Official Zoning Map and/or the revisions to Chapters 120 and 140. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader; $36.00 on Aug 21, 26 & 30, 2026.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Alderman shall hold a public hearing on September 8, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Jonesboro Town Hall, 128 Allen Ave., Jonesboro, Louisiana, to conduct a public hearing on the Planning and Zoning Commission’s recommendation to the Board of Aldermen regarding an Application it received from Arlan Osborne to Amend the Official Zoning Map of the Town of Jonesboro by rezoning the property located at 705 Leon Drive, Jonesboro, Louisiana, from Residential Single-Family to General Business. The Board of Alderman will control the procedure of the hearing, but any person who is present will be allowed to speak to express support or opposition to the proposed rezoning. Additionally, any person may submit a written statement in support of or in opposition to the proposed rezoning for consideration by the Committee. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader; $36.00 on Aug 21, 26 & 30, 2026.

Anyone knowing information about, or the whereabouts of, the heirs of Aylon K. Specks, please contact Elizabeth Carroll Joynor, Attorney at Law, at 525 East Court Avenue, Jonesboro, LA 71251 or call (318) 259-4184. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA on Aug 19 & 26, 2026.

Anyone knowing information about, or the whereabouts of, the heirs of Alma Dias Graham, please contact Clay Carroll, Attorney at Law, at 525 East Court Avenue, Jonesboro, LA 71251 or call (318) 259-4184. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA on Aug 19 & 26, 2026.