Jackson Parish Library Board Jonesboro, Louisiana Regular Board Meeting Minutes – October 19, 2026 The Jackson Parish Library Board of Control met on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at the Jonesboro Branch of the Jackson Parish Library for the regularly scheduled quarterly board meeting. The meeting was called to order by Mrs. Massey, Board President. Members present: Mrs. Essmeier, Mrs. Standley, Mrs. Jenkins, Mrs. Tew, and Mrs. Massey. Also present was Floyd Knox, Judy Robertson, Harrell Bond, Jr. and Ben Ledbetter. Members absent: Mrs. Cooper, Mrs. Nunn, and Mr. Chatham. Mrs. Jenkins led the invocation. There being no public comments, the Board proceeded with the proposed agenda. Mrs. Essmeier made the motion to approve the minutes for the July 20, 2026 board meeting. Mrs. Jenkins seconded. All yes. Motion carried. Mrs. Standley made the motion to accept the 3rd quarter financial reports. Mrs. Essmeier seconded. All yes. Motion carried. Mrs. Jenkins made the motion to accept the July, August, and September statistical reports. Mrs. Standley seconded. All yes. Motion carried. The Director updated the Board on the progress of the emergency doors at the Jonesboro Branch. One of the concrete pads need to be extended to the sidewalk. The Director introduced a change order from Dodson Enterprises. Mrs. Jenkins made the motion to accept the change order from Dodson Enterprises to extend the concrete pad on the east side to the sidewalk. Mrs. Tew seconded. All yes. Motion carried. Ben Ledbetter presented an idea to the Library Board to utilize space at the Jonesboro Branch for displaying items from the Jackson Parish Sports Hall of Fame. This includes historical artifacts, game-used equipment, apparel, and personal memorabilia that preserve the athletic history of Jackson Parish. Mrs. Nunn entered the meeting during Mr. Ledbetter’s presentation. The Library Board was generally for the idea, but wanted to look into any legal ramifications that may come from this endeavor. Mrs. Essmeier made the motion to authorize the Director to pursue details and request legal opinion as to allowing the Jackson Parish Sports Hall of Fame to use space at the Jonesboro Branch for displaying items. Mrs. Massey seconded. All yes. Motion carried. Mrs. Standley made the motion to confirm that Bookmobile Specialist Richard Morton’s end of probation date was October 7, 2026. Mrs. Nunn seconded. All yes. Motion carried. Mrs. Essmeier made the motion to allow the Library Director to hire two (2) part time positions at the Jonesboro Branch. Mrs. Jenkins seconded. All yes. Motion carried. Mrs. Jenkins excused herself from the meeting. The Library Director presented a proposed 2026-2027 pay schedule. Mrs. Nunn made the motion to adopt the 2026-2027 pay schedule as presented. Mrs. Standley seconded. Yes: Ward 3, Ward 4, Ward 7 No: Ward 1, Ward 6 Absent: Ward 2, Ward 5, Ex-Officio The results were 3 yes, 2 no, and 3 absent. Motion carried. The Library Director presented a proposed updated Capital Planning Workbook. Mrs. Essmeier made the motion to adopt the Capital Planning Workbook as presented. Mrs. Massey seconded. All yes. Motion carried. The Library Director discussed concerns about the library’s special fund accounts and requested Board authorization to develop a plan to close them and transfer the remaining balances to the library’s operating account. The Director proposed beginning daily deposits to the operating account in January. A formal resolution authorizing the account closures and balance transfers will be presented for Board approval at the next scheduled Library Board meeting. Mrs. Essmeier moved to authorize the Library Director to take the preliminary steps necessary to close all library special fund accounts and transfer the remaining balances to the library’s operating account, with daily deposits to the operating account proposed to begin in January. A formal resolution authorizing the account closures and balance transfers will be presented for Board approval at the next scheduled meeting. Mrs. Standley seconded. All yes. Motion carried. Mrs. Massey made the motion to adopt the amended 2026 budget and 2027 budget proposal as presented. Mrs. Nunn seconded. Yes: Ward 3, Ward 4, Ward 7 No: Ward 1, Ward 6 Absent: Ward 2, Ward 5, Ex-Officio The results were 3 yes, 2 no, and 3 absent. Motion carried. The Library Director would like to thank the following for their generous contributions: Cassandra Knobloch Glenn & Stella Jones Chatham Grocery Mitchells Pharmacy Sherri Flynn, Flynn's Camping Grounds The next scheduled meeting is set for Tuesday, January 19, 2027. Mrs. Standley made the motion to adjourn the meeting. Mrs. Tew seconded. All yes. Motion carried. Mrs. Carol Massey, Board President Mr. Floyd Knox, Secretary Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Oct 30, 2026.

RUSTON LINCOLN CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 8:00 A.M. SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 2111 NORTH TRENTON STREET, RUSTON, LA Minutes Voting Members Present: Brandon Norris, Chair Mallory Patterson, Treasurer Gerald Jordan Eric McCulloch Jeff McGehee Rob Owens Matt Pullin Non-Voting Members Present: Brandon Logan, Vice Chair Members Absent: Chris Wyatt Staff Present: Guests Present: Tori Davis, President & CEO Leah Freeman, Director of Marketing & Communications Call to Order Mr. Norris called the meeting to order at 8:04 a.m. Public Comment None. Approval of Agenda Action Item #1: Mr. McCulloch made a motion to approve the agenda. Mr. Jordan seconded. All present said aye. Motion passed unanimously. Approval of Minutes Action Item #2: Mr. Pullin made a motion to approve the minutes of the August 27 board meeting. Mr. McCulloch seconded. All present said aye. Motion passed unanimously. Approval of Financials Ms. Patterson shared that revenues exceeded expenses for the month of August, and revenues exceeded expenses year to date. She reported that certain expense category classifications are being reorganized to provide a clearer picture of how funds are being utilized. As a result, some expense categories may differ from prior profit and loss statements. Action Item #3: Mr. Owens made a motion to approve the August financials. Mr. Jordan seconded. All present said aye. Motion passed unanimously. Approvals Action Item #4: Mr. Owens made a motion to approve a six-month operating agreement with the Ruston Lincoln Chamber of Commerce. Mr. McGehee seconded. All present said aye. Motion passed unanimously. President/CEO’s Report Ms. Davis reported that lodging tax was up 4% for July, up 12.96% YTD. Ms. Davis reviewed lodging trends, strategic planning timelines, and other administrative updates. Marketing Report Ms. Freeman, Director of Marketing & Communications, gave a year-to-date marketing presentation, including campaign performance, increases in social media engagement, and Q4 marketing plans. Finance Committee Report Ms. Patterson, committee chair, reported on the recent finance committee meeting. The committee made suggested revisions to the expense categories of the operating budget in an effort to streamline the budget’s structure and provide more transparency on expenses. The budget will be presented for approval at the October board meeting. Chairman’s Report Mr. Norris recommended that the standing committees of the board meet in the coming weeks during budgeting and planning for 2027. Partner Updates Mr. Jordan shared about the Louisiana Tech football kick times that have been announced so far this season. Action Item #5: Mr. Pullin made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Owens seconded. All present said aye. Motion passed unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 8:58 a.m. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Oct 30, 2026.

Greater Ward One Waterworks District This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer The Board of Commissioners for Greater Ward One will conduct their meeting on Monday, November 2, 2026, at the water office on Haddox Road. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. Agenda Open with Prayer Read Minutes New Well Site Update 2026 Amended Budget 2027 Budget State of Louisiana Update Employee Handbook Update Election of Officers Review & Approve Invoices Review Financial Reports Kathy Farris Secretary Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Oct 30, 2026.

LORETTA HEARD IN THIRD DISTRICT COURT, PARISH OF LINCOLN STATE OF LOUISIANA Vs. No. 62917 THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF ONEIDA MOORE GOREE Notice is hereby given that by virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Honorable Third Judicial District Court in the above entitled and numbered cause, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction, at the principal front door of the Court House in Ruston, Lincoln Parish, LA, between the hours governing judicial sales on WEDNESDAY, 9 December, 2026, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property situated in Lincoln Parish, LA, to Writ: 4 AC. IN NEC OF NW OF NW. SEC. 9-17-4, BEING BOUNDED ON N. BY SUMLIN, ON W. BY SIMSBORO RD. ON S. BY RD. & ON E. BY MCELROY PLACE, CONT.4 AC. (FROM C.C. KING, 33-230, 44-594) SUCCN. ROBERT B. GOREE TO ONEIDA M. GOREE 9234-270) LESS TR. TO CLARICE M. HOLLAND (740-13). MUNICIPALLY KNOWN AS 2566 MONDY ROAD, SIMSBORO, LOUISIANA Seized as the property of defendant THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF ONEIDA MOORE GOREE and will be sold to satisfy said writ and all cost. Terms of sale cash WITHOUT benefit of appraisement. This 27 day of October 2026. J STEPHEN WILLIAMS, SHERIFF 1st 10/30/2026 Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Oct 30, 2026.

State Liquor Permit Legal Notice I/We, Buc-ee’s Ruston, LLC, are applying to the office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for the permit to sell beverages of high and low alcoholic content at retail in the Parish of Lincoln at the following address: 3411 Beaver Dam Blvd, Ruston, LA 71270. Buc-ee’s Ruston, LLC, d/b/a Buc-ee’s /s/ Buc-ee’s, Ltd., Owner. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Oct 30 & Nov 1, 2026.

City Liquor Permit Legal Notice I/We, Buc-ee’s Ruston, LLC, are applying to the City of Ruston for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcoholic content at retail in the City of Ruston at the following address: 3411 Beaver Dam Blvd, Ruston, LA 71270. Buc-ee’s Ruston, LLC, d/b/a Buc-ee’s /s/ Buc-ee’s, Ltd., Owner. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Oct 30 & Nov 1, 2026.

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Lincoln Parish Communications District will conduct a Public Hearing for the purpose of reviewing the Proposed Budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2027. Said Public Hearing will be held in the Lincoln Parish Police Jury office, Lincoln Parish Courthouse, Ruston, Louisiana, Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. The Proposed Budget is available for public inspection in the Lincoln Parish GIS Office, 107 W. Texas Ave., Ruston, Louisiana, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The following consolidated Budget Summary is a general summary indicative of the Proposed Budget for the Lincoln Parish Communications District. INSERT CHART – STARTS WITH $810,000.00 Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Oct 30, 2026.

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Lincoln Parish GIS District will conduct a Public Hearing for the purpose of reviewing the Proposed Budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2027. Said Public Hearing will be held in the Lincoln Parish Police Jury office, Lincoln Parish Courthouse, Ruston, Louisiana, Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. The Proposed Budget is available for public inspection in the Lincoln Parish GIS District office, 107 W. Texas Ave., Ruston, Louisiana, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The following consolidated Budget Summary is a general summary indicative of the Proposed Budget for the Lincoln Parish GIS District. INSERT CHART – STARTS WITH $602,937.74 Published in the Ruston Daily Leader on Oct 30, 2026.

October 23, 2026 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following Application will be considered at a meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Ruston on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 5:30 P.M. in the Court Room, Ruston City Hall, 401 North Trenton Street, Ruston, Louisiana. Case No. 1710 (a): Application to Rezone from D-2, Heavy Industrial District to R-2, Two Family Residential (b): Application to Amend Future Land Use from HI, High Intensity Industrial to HR, High Density Residential Owner/Applicant: Lincoln Rentals, LLC Location: North of McDonald Avenue and East of South Bernard Street Lincoln Parish Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 19182000047 A public hearing will be held in connection with the Application at the meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Comments by the public may be made during the public hearing. Accommodations will be made for the hearing impaired and non-English speaking individuals provided that notice is received by the City no later than noon on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Requests for accommodations should be made to Devon Cannon, Ruston, Louisiana (318-251-8667). Devon Cannon Planning & Zoning Published in the Ruston Daily Leader; $36.00 on Oct 30, Nov 6 & 13, 2026.

PARISH OF LINCOLN PUBLIC NOTICE Parcel# 15203XX3001 Notice is hereby given that the Parish of Lincoln has received a request to sell their respective tax interest in the following listed properties. These properties have previously been adjudicated to the Parish of Lincoln for unpaid taxes. A public sale of these properties will begin at 10:00 A.M. on November 4, 2026, at the Lincoln Parish Police Jury, 100 W. Texas Ave, Room 301, Ruston, LA 71270. The minimum bid has been set at $1,283.33 Anyone intending to bid must hand deliver your intent letter and processing fee to E & P Consulting, LLC, 1030 N 9th Street Monroe, Louisiana 71201 by October 30, 2026. No faxed, telephoned, mailed or any kind of electronic submission of intent to bid will be accepted. Any intent to bid letter received by the above deadline will allow 1 party into the bid session. If more than one offer for any particular piece of property is received, all parties who have submitted a written offer will be allowed to bid on the property. For additional information, please contact Parish Adjudicated Property Program at E & P Consulting, LLC: 318-807-0924 or Parishpropertyinfo@louisianalandsolutions.com. Parcel# 15203XX3001 / Municipal Address: 203 Simpson Rd., Dubach, LA 71235 Brief Legal: BEG. AT SW/C OF THAT CERTAIN 2 AC. TR. OF LAND IN S/2 OF SE, SEC. 15-20-3 SOLD BY J.J. HENRY TO ROSA MCLILY, FOR A ST. PT. & FROM SAID ST. PT. RUN E. 50', TH RUN N. 100', TH. RUN W. 50', TH. RUN S. BACK TO ST. PT. 100' ALL BEING LOC. IN S/2 OF SE, SEC. 15-20-3, L/P, LA. Legal Description: Beginning at the Southwest corner of that certain 2-acre tract of land in S ½ of SE ¼ Section 15, Twp. 20 North, Range 3 West, sold by James J. Henry to Rosa McLily, under date of December 31, 1943, for a starting point and from said starting point run East 50 feet, thence run North 100 feet, thence run West 50 feet, thence run South back to starting point 100 feet; All being located in S ½ of SE ¼ of Section 15, Twp. 20 North, Range 3 West, Lincoln Parish Louisiana. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA on Oct 2 & 30, 2026.