SHERIFF’S SALE NO. C-43869 IN THE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF LOUISIANA. LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC VS ANGELA MARIE STARLING By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE to me directed from the Honorable Second Judicial District Court of Claiborne Parish, Louisiana, in the above numbered and entitled cause, I have seized and will sell at Public Auction for cash according to law, WITHOUT benefit of appraisement, in the Conference Room of the Sheriff’s Office of Claiborne Parish, Louisiana, during the legal hours of sales on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LOT SITUATED IN THE TOWN OF HAYNESVILLE, CLAIBORNE PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO WIT; BEGINNING AT THE SE CORNER OF LOT NO. 17 OF BLOCK NO. 59 OF GARLAND SUBDIVISION OF THE TOWN OF HAYNESVILLE, CLAIBORNE PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT THEREOF OF RECORD, RUN THENCE S 69°12’00”W ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF DAWSON STREET FOR 293.8 FEET TO THE INTERSECTION OF DAWSON STREET WITH WALLER STREET, THENCE RUN N 14°16’ 00” E ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF WALLER STREET FOR 149.8 FEET, THENCE RUN N 81°45’00” E FOR 76.3 FEET THENCE RUN N 66°16’00”E FOR 132.1 FEET, THENCE RUN S 20°48’00” E FOR 116 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Said property to be sold as belonging to the above defendant to pay and satisfy debt specified in said Writ, together with attorney’s fees, interests and costs. CANDACE A. COURTEAU, HALLIDAY, WATKINS & MANN, P.C., Attorney Thus done and signed officially this 23rd day of September 2026 October 2, 2026 October 30, 2026 SAM DOWIES Sheriff and Ex-Officio Auctioneer (October 2 and 30, 2026)

MINUTES Of the Regular Meeting, of The Claiborne Parish Police Jury 10:00 a.m. September 9, 2026 Police Jury Chambers 507 West Main Street Homer, LA 71040 The Claiborne Parish Police Jury met in regular session in the Jury Chambers of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury Complex, located at 507 West Main Street in Homer, LA at 10:00 a.m. on the 9TH Of September 2026, on being called to order by President Scott Davidson, the following jurors were present: Mark Furlow, Kevin Gray, Mary McDaniel, Scott Davidson, Paul Cook, Joeseph Merritt, Malcolm Cooper, Gil Dowies, and Willie Young. District One Juror Larry Ford was absent. There were 25 others in attendance which included Secretary-Treasurer Dwayne R. Woodard, Parish Road Superintendents Brant Cupp and Chad Verdin, Sheriff Sam Dowies, Claiborne Tax Assessor Katie Coburn, Claiborne Parish Library Director Pam Suggs, LSU Extension Assistant County Agent John Monzingo, Claiborne OOCS Director April Childress, Claiborne OEP Director Dennis Butcher, Debra Baggett-Woodard FNP, Warden Michele Dauzat from Wade Correctional Center, Claiborne Electric Director of Communications Emma Lee Tingle, Randal Smoak of Cothren, Graff, Smoak Engineers, 2nd Judicial District Public Defender Steve Gatlin, Claiborne Parish DART Representative Rosalind Penegar, Jerry Hillidge of Homer, Mrs. Kathryn Thomas and Mr. Nick Campbell of Connections LLC, Candidate for 2nd JDC DA Mrs. Tammy Gantt Jump, Mr. Len Gantt of Mt. Olvie Christian School, along with the MOCS Senior Civics Class, Mrs. Barbara Morris, and Mr. Jim Slaton of Athens. There was a Road Committee Meeting held at 9:00 a.m. in the Conference Room. President Scott Davidson called the meeting to order and welcomed the Mt. Olive Christian School Civics Class. The meeting was opened with a word of prayer led by Joe Merritt followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Paul Cook. Upon motion by Kevin Gray, duly seconded by Paul Cook, the Jury unanimously voted to adopt the Regular Agenda as presented. Upon motion by Mary McDaniel, duly seconded by Joseph Merritt, the Jury unanimously voted to amend the agenda and add the following item: (District Two Juror Mark Furlow and District Three Juror Kevin Gray recused themselves from voting on this item) 1. Resolution 2026-017 - A Resolution to dissolve CPHSD #1 and to transfer immovable properties to the CPPJ Upon motion by Rev. Willie Young, duly seconded by Gil Dowies, the Jury unanimously approved the following consent agenda: Consent Agenda 1. Approval of August 5, 2026, regular meeting minutes as published in the Official Journal. 2. Payment of the August 2026 bills as approved by the Claims Committee. 3. Request from Warden Michele Duzat of David Wade Correctional Center, in a letter dated August 6, 2026, requesting assistance from the Claiborne Parish Hwy Department for use of the side-boom cutter and the placement of two stop signs on the prison campus. The work will be performed under the Parish’s mutual aid agreement with the prison. 4. Request from Mayor Ann Brown of the Village of Athens, in a letter dated September 2, 2026, requestion that the CPPJ Hwy Department deliver a load of dirt to the village for their use. The Jury will be reimbursed for the cost of the materials under the Village’s ad valorem tax credit. Wade Correctional Center Warden Michele Dauzat expressed her gratitude to the Jury for the years of support and assistance when needed. Regular Agenda Reminder – one (1) hour of ethics training is required to be completed by December 31, 2026, for all Jurors and Parish Employees. - https://laethics.net/EthicsTraining/login.aspx Reminder – one (1) hour of Sexual Harassment Training is required to be completed by December 31, 2026, by all Parish Employees – Department Heads and Jury Officers have a two (2) hour training requirement. - https://www.lma.org/LMA/LMA/Programs/Online_Training.aspx Reminder – one (1) hour of Cybersecurity Training is required for all employees who have access to the Police Jury’s computer network system. - https://www.lma.org/LMA/LMA/Programs/Online_Training.aspx At this time, President Scott Davidson read aloud a public notice - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the CP Sales Tax District on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the District qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit At this time, President Scott Davidson read aloud a public notice - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the CP Sales Tax District No. 2 on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the District qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit President Scott Davidson read aloud a public notice - The CPPJ has called a hearing to request input from the public about its annual plan to discuss the Mission, Goal an Objectives of the Section 8 Housing Assistance Programs administered by the CPPJ. The hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 1:00 pm in the conference room of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury Administrative Building located at 507 W. Main St, Homer, LA 71040. President Scott Davidson read aloud a public notice – The Sabin Parish Police Jury is hosting the Region IV PJAL Meeting that will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 6:00 pm at Cypress Bend Resort in Bossier City. Please see Leigh Ann to RSVP. At this time, Mrs. Tammy Jump, Candidate for District Attorney for the 2nd Judicial District gave a presentation of her platform and her plans for the office if the 2nd District Attorney’s Office. Upon motion by Gil Dowies, duly seconded by Paul Cook, the Jury unanimously voted to leave the regular meeting session and enter a Public Hearing for the 2026 Board of Review. At this time, Claiborne Assessor Katie Coburn presented the assessed property values for the 2025 property tax rolls. The total Assessed Value of property in Claiborne Parish for the tax year 2026 is $146,486,409 of which $19,935,859 is Homestead Exempted property. Assessor Katie Buckner stated that she has not received any formal objections to the assessments by phone, email, or in person reported to her office. Secretary-Treasurer Dwayne R. Woodard stated there have been no challenges via email, regular mail, phone, or in person regarding the 2026 assessments. Upon motion by Kevin Gray, duly seconded by Paul Cook, the Jury voted to leave the Public Hearing for the 2026 Board of Review and return to the regular meeting of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury. Upon motion by Gil Dowies, duly seconded by Kevin Gray, the Jury unanimously accepted the assessed property values for the 2026 property tax rolls. Upon motion by Mark Furlow, duly seconded by Kevin Gray, the Jury unanimously voted to extend the time to accept bids until October 5th, due to no one submitting a bid on the duly advertised bids for the Surplus Sale of Parcel No. 8320023150 1914 Main Street, Haynesville, LA (Old Planters/Cap One Bank Building & Parking Lot) and Parcel No. 8320032200 1920 Main Street, Haynesville, LA (adjacent lot). Upon motion by Mary McDaniel, duly seconded by Paul Cook, the Jury unanimously accepted and awarded the lowest qualified duly advertised bids for the Parish Wide Generator Project (GOHSEP Project) that were received and opened to Central Electric of West Monroe, Louisiana in the amount of $481,000 based on the recommendation letter from CGS Engineering. These locations will be Claiborne Family Clinic, Family Medical Clinic, Homer Fire Station, Claiborne Parish Health Unit, Athens Fire Station, and a well on the South Claiborne Water System. President Scott Davidson read aloud a letter, dated August 24, 2026, there was NO CHANGE in the cost of DINA Dental Plan that the CPPJ Offers to its employees for the 2026-2027 coverage year. Upon motion by Kevin Gray, duly seconded by Malcolm Cooper, the Jury unanimously adopted Resolution 2026-016 – Authorizing Resolution for the Secretary-Treasurer to sign OOCS grand documents concerning 49 CFR 5311 and CFR 5339 programs. ************************************************************************ AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION Resolution No. 2026-016 Resolution authorizing the filing of an application with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for a grant under any of the following FTA programs managed through the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. • 49 CFR 5311, Formula Grant for Rural Areas • 49 CFR 5339, Grants for Bus and Bus Facility Program WHEREAS, the Secretary of Transportation and Development is authorized to make grants for mass transportation projects; WHEREAS, the contract for financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the applicant, including the provisions by it of the local share of project costs; WHEREAS, it is required by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development in accord with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, that in connection with the filing of an application for assistance that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the U.S. Department of Transportation requirements thereunder; and WHEREAS, it is the goal of the Applicant that minority business enterprise be utilized to the fullest extent possible in connection with this project, and that definitive procedures shall be established and administered to ensure that minority businesses shall have the maximum feasible opportunity to compete for contracts when procuring construction contracts, supplies, equipment, or consultant and other services: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Claiborne Parish Police Jury 1. That the Secretary Treasurer, Dwayne R. Woodard is authorized to execute and file an application on behalf of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, to aid in the financing of operating and/or capital assistance projects pursuant to FTA transit programs. 2. That the Secretary Treasurer and Executive Director is authorized to execute and file with such applications an assurance or any other document required by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, effectuating the purposes of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended. 3. That the Secretary Treasurer and Executive Director is authorized to furnish such additional information as the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development may require in connection with the application or financial reimbursement of the project. 4. That the Secretary Treasurer is authorized to set and execute affirmative minority business policies in connection with the project's procurement needs. 5. That the Secretary Treasurer is authorized to execute grant contract agreements on behalf of (legal applicant name) with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for aid in the financing of the operating or capital assistance projects. 6. That the Secretary Treasurer and Executive Director is authorized to sign and submit financial activity reports on behalf of (legal applicant name) with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for aid in the financing of the operating or capital assistance projects. This resolution is applicable for a period of one year unless revoked by the governing body and copy of such revocation shall be furnished to the DOTD. CERTIFICATE Scott Davidson, the undersigned duly qualified and acting President of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury, certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of a resolution, adopted at a legally convened meeting of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury held on September 9, 2026 . If the applicant has an official seal, impress here. ************************************Upon motion by Gil Dowies, duly seconded by Mark Furlow, the Jury unanimously approved the lease agreements for the Harris Community Polling Place and the Crossroads Community Polling Place as presented by the Claiborne Parish Clerk of Courts Office. Upon motion by Paul Cook, duly seconded by Malcolm Cooper, the Jury unanimously adopted Resolution 2026-017 – A Resolution to dissolve CPHSD #1 and to transfer immovable properties to the CPPJ. ************************************ R E S O L U T I O N 2026-017 A RESOLUTION TO DISSOLVE CLAIBORNE PARISH HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT NO. 1; TO REPEAL SECTION 54, SUBPARTS 56-60 OF THE CLAIBORNE PARISH CODE; TO TRANSFER ITS IMMOVABLE PROPERTIES TO THE CLAIBORNE PARISH POLICE JURY; AND TO AUTHORIZE THE PRESIDENT OR SECRETARY-TREASURER OF THE CLAIBORNE PARISH POICE JURY TO EXECUTE ANY DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION The following Motion and Resolution was offered by Paul Cook who moved for its adoption, and seconded by Malcolm Cooper at the September 9, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury. WHEREAS, the Claiborne Parish Police Jury has determined that Claiborne Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 created by Claiborne Parish Police Jury Resolution of 1-6-66 Articles I – V codified in Claiborne Parish Code Section 54, subparts 56 – 60 is no longer in operation, having last operated in 2018 as reflected by its Legislative Audit filed for the period ending December 31, 2018; WHEREAS, the remaining tangible assets of Claiborne Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 were absorbed by Claiborne Parish Hospital Service District No. 3 as reflected in its Legislative Audit filed for the period ending June 30, 2019; WHEREAS, the only remaining assets of Claiborne Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 are immovable properties located in Haynesville, Louisiana; WHEREAS, the Claiborne Parish Police Jury finds that it is in its interest and finds a public purpose in dissolving Claiborne Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 and transferring its remaining immovable property assets back to the Claiborne Parish Police Jury; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Claiborne Parish Police Jury that: Section 1. The foregoing “Whereas” clauses are hereby adopted as set forth in the preamble to this Resolution. Section 2. The Claiborne Parish Police Jury does hereby dissolve Claiborne Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 and repeals Section 54, subparts 56 – 60 of the Claiborne Parish Code and declares any property, specifically including the immovable properties located in Haynesville, Louisiana, transferred to the Claiborne Parish Police Jury pursuant to this Resolution. Section 3. The President of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury, Scott Davidson, or its Secretary-Treasurer, Dwayne Woodard, is hereby authorized, empowered, and directed to take forthwith any and all such actions as may be necessary to carry into effect the provisions of this Resolution which is to dissolve Claiborne Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 and to transfer its remaining immovable property assets back to the Claiborne Parish Police Jury. Section 4. The Claiborne Parish Police Jury adopts this Resolution for the purposes of dissolving Claiborne Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 by repealing Section 54, subparts 56 – 60 of the Claiborne Parish Code and to transfer the immovable properties owned by Claiborne Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 to the Claiborne Parish Police Jury. Section 5. If any one or more of the provisions of this Resolution shall for any reason be held to be illegal or invalid, such illegality or invalidity shall not affect any other provision of this Resolution, but this Resolution shall be construed and enforced as if such illegal or invalid provisions had not been contained herein. Any constitutional or statutory provision enacted after the date of this Resolution which validates or makes legal any provision of this Resolution which would not otherwise be valid or legal, shall be deemed to apply to this Resolution. Section 6. This Resolution shall immediately take effect upon adoption. THUS DONE AND PASSED at a Regular Meeting of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury on the 9th day of September, 2026. Ayes – (7) McDaniel, Cook, Davidson, Cooper, Merritt, Dowies and Young Nays – (0) None Absent – (1) Ford Abstain – (2) Furlow and Gray – recused themselves WHEREUPON, the presiding officer declared the above Resolution duly adopted in full on this 9th day of September 2026. /s/Scott Davidson, President /s/Dwayne R. Woodard, Secretary-Treasurer ************************************At this time, President Scott Davidson presented the Road Committee items. Notice - A meeting has been scheduled for the Athens Area residents for information on the trash pickup sales tax propositions on September 28, 2026. Location will be either at the new Athens Fire Station or will be at the Village Town Hall depending on availability and accommodations. A meeting has been scheduled for the Junction City Area for residents for information on the trash pickup sales tax propositions. It will be held at the Junction City Town Hall on Monday October the 12th. Secretary-Treasurer Dwayne Woodard thanked Mrs. Emma Lee Tingle for allowing the Police Jury to host an informational meeting at their CEC Meeting for area residents concerning the upcoming tax propositions. Upon motion by Gil Dowies, duly seconded by Mary McDaniel, the Jury unanimously approved the request from the Homer Golf Club for half of the cost of the installation of cameras at the Homer Golf Club to deter theft of property with the Police Jury portion of $4,000. Recent burglaries from patrons spurred the need for security cameras at the Golf Club. Upon motion by Mary McDaniel, duly seconded by Paul Cook, the Jury unanimously approved the payment from the Opiate Class Action Lawsuit funds for Claiborne Parish of $80,000 to assist Claiborne Parish in the fight against opiate abuse to Connections LLC of Shreveport, LA. Upon motion by Gil Dowies, duly seconded by Paul Cook, the Jury unanimously approved the payment from the Opiate Class Action Lawsuit fund of $50,000 to the Second Judicial Public Defender’s Office to be used in assistance with opiate abuse cases. Upon motion by Kevin Gray, duly seconded by Malcolm Cooper, the Jury unanimously approved the request from the Airport District #31 for parking lot repairs to be done on a reimbursement basis. Upon motion by Kevin Gray, duly seconded by Mark Furlow, the Jury unanimously approved the request from Claiborne Parish Tax Assessor Katie Coburn, for sharing cost of $5,000 per year for 3 years for the new fly over of the parish (total of $15,000). Claiborne Parish Coroner Mark Haynes was absent and will present the September Coroner’s report at the October 7th meeting. ************************************************************************ ITEM #30 – September 9, 2026 – AGENDA SECRETARY-TREASURER – UPDATE ON GRANTS AND OTHER ITEMS 1. LGAP Projects – Claiborne Parish Police Jury FY2022-2023 LGAP Grant Amount $100,000 Project – Roof rehab/repair CPPJ Admin Building Status – Bids received and accepted – Brazos Industries was awarded the bid. Construction is completed as of 11/4/2024. Certificate of completion filed and recorded. Preparing reimbursement for submittal to the State and working on close-out documents. Claiborne Parish Police Jury FY2023-2024 LGAP Grant Amount $62,500 Project – Purchase of John Deere Tractor w/Loader Status – awarded on September 18, 2024. The tractor has been delivered. In the process of filing the reimbursement. 2. CWEF Projects - South Claiborne Water System FT2022-2023 CWEF Grant Amount - $100,000 Project – Owens Booster Station Project (Hwy 146) Status – Contract received and approved by the State. Project construction is completed as of 10/31/2024. Certificate of completion filed and recorded. Preparing reimbursement for submittal to the State and working on close-out documents 3. Sales Tax Collections for July 2026 – net of $65,705 from gross collections of $67,389 Net sales tax collections for June 2026 – $106,040 – decrease $-40,335 (-38.04%) Net sales tax collections for July 2025 - $53,616 – increase $12,089 (22.55%) 4. Cash position on August 31, 2026 - $11,086,240 Cash position on July 31, 2026 - $11,442,460 (decrease of $-356,220) Cash position on August 31, 2025 - $10,646,340 (increase of $439,900) See Deposit Balances by Institution for breakdown on August 31, 2026 – 5. Total Receipts for the month of August 2026 – $534,290 6. Upcoming important dates and meetings – 9/10 – CPSB Meeting 9/14 – Haynesville Area Meeting 9/21 – Summerfield Area Meeting 9/24 – CPHSD #3 board meeting, CPWSD board meeting 9/30 – Agenda items due for Oct 7 meeting 10/6 – Construction Meeting CPL Haynesville branch 10/7 – October Meeting ************************************************************************ Additional Public Comments: There were no public comments at this time. ************************************************************************ Upon motion by Paul Cook, duly seconded by Malcolm Cooper, the meeting was adjourned. ________________________ Dwayne R. Woodard President ________________________ Scott Davidson Secretary–Treasurer (October 2, 2026) _______________ MINUTES Of the Special Called Meeting, of The Claiborne Parish Police Jury 9:00 a.m. September 15, 2026 Police Jury Chambers 507 West Main Street Homer, LA 71040 The Claiborne Parish Police Jury met a Special Called Meeting in the Jury Chambers of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury Complex, located at 507 West Main Street in Homer, LA at 9:00 a.m. on the morning of the 15th of September, on being called to order by President Scott Davidson, the following Jurors were present: Mark Furlow, Kevin Gray, Mary McDaniel, Paul Cook, Scott Davidson, Malcolm Cooper, and Willie Young, Sr., were present. District One Juror Larry Ford, District Seven Juror Joseph Merritt, and District Nine Juror Gil Dowies were absent. There were (3) three others in attendance: District Attorney Danny Newell, Mrs. Kathryn Thomas and Mr. Nick Campbell of Connections, LLC. The meeting opened with prayer led by Willie Young, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Paul Cook. Upon motion by Kevin Gray, duly seconded by Paul Cook, the Jury unanimously voted to adopt the agenda as presented. Regular Agenda Secretary-Treasurer Dwayne R. Woodard noted that the wording on the agenda posted about a road committee meeting was in error and there were no recommendations from the Road Committee. After the unanimous vote to fund Connections LLC with $80,000 of the Jury’s opioid lawsuit funds for the treatment of opioid addiction here in the parish during the September 9th Regular Meeting of the Police Jury, the question came to bear on whether this clinic would be in direct competition with CMMC’s Intensive Outpatient Program. District Ten Juror Rev. Willie J. Young wanted it on record that the Polie Jury voted unanimously to fund this group and that they should honor this vote. District Three Juror Kevin Gray said he felt that they were in direct competition with the hospital and that he errored in not asking the Jury during the meeting on the 9th to table this item for further discussion. Upon motion by Mary McDaniel, duly seconded by Malcolm Cooper, the Jury unanimously voted to table revisiting the CPPJ’s decision to allocate $80,000 of the Parish’s Opioid Lawsuit Funds to Connections, LLC of Shreveport, LA for the establishment of an Opioid Treatment program in Claiborne Parish. This item will be placed on the October 7th, 2026, Road Committee agenda. *********************************************************************** Public Comments: There were no additional public comments. Upon motion by Mark Furlow, duly seconded by Rev. Willie Young the meeting was adjourned. __________________________________________________ Dwayne R. Woodard President Scott Davidson Secretary–Treasurer (October 2, 2026)

NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION Pursuant to the provisions of an ordinance adopted by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Village of Athens, State of Louisiana (the "Governing Authority"), acting as the governing authority of the Village of Athens, State of Louisiana (the "Village"), on September 25, 2026, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the Village on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2026, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the Village qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit: PROPOSITION Shall the Village of Athens, State of Louisiana (the "Village"), be authorized to appoint a chief of police of the Village with approval of the Board of Aldermen and the Mayor? The said special election shall be held at the polling places for the following precincts, which polls will open at seven o'clock (7:00) a.m. and close at eight o'clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541, to-wit: PRECINCTS 05(PART) 51 The polling places for the precincts set forth above are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said elections, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, shall be those persons designated according to law. The estimated cost of this election as determined by the Secretary of State based upon the provisions of Chapter 8-A of Title 18 and actual costs of similar elections is $8,300. The said special election will be held in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and the officers appointed to hold the said election, as provided in this Notice of Special Election, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, will make due returns thereof to said Governing Authority, and NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Governing Authority will meet at its regular meeting place, the Town Hall, 15327 Hwy. 9, Athens, Louisiana, on TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2027, at 5:00 P.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of the said special election. All registered voters of the Village are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used. (October 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026)

PUBLIC NOTICE OPPORTUNITY FOR REQUESTING A PUBLIC HEARING All interested persons are hereby advised that the Claiborne Parish Police Jury has applied to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for project funding under Federal Transit Administration (Section 5310 and/or 5311) for the following: PROJECT: Claiborne Parish Police Jury is preparing to replace existing equipment to continue transportation services in the Parish. Further details relative to the project are available from April Childress, 621 South Main St. Homer, LA 71040, 318-927-3557. Interested persons are advised that they may request that a public hearing be conducted to provide a means for the public to express their views relative to the proposed project on the probable social, economic, and environmental effects involved. In lieu of requesting a public hearing, interested persons may submit their comments in writing. Written requests for a public hearing and/or submittal of comments must be postmarked on or before 10/17/2026, and should be addressed to: April Childress P.O. Box 569 Homer, LA 71040. Should a public hearing be required, a public notice will be published stating the date, time, and location of the hearing. (October 2, 2026)

The Lisbon Water System is currently in violation of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for total trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids as set forth by the State [Part XII of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code (LAC 51:XII)] and the Federal Primary Drinking Water Regulations (40 CFR Part 141). The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) set drinking water standards and requires the disinfection of drinking water. Where disinfection is used in the treatment of drinking water, disinfectants combine with naturally occurring organic and inorganic matter present in water to form chemicals called disinfection byproducts (DBPs). EPA and LDH set standards for controlling the levels of disinfectants and DBPs in drinking water, including trihalomethanes (THMs) and haloacetic acid (HAA5). Some people who drink water containing TTHMs in excess of the MCL over many years may experience problems with their liver, kidneys, or central nervous system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Some people who drink water containing HAAs in excess of the MCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer. In December 1998, EPA set enforceable drinking water standards for TTHMs at 80 parts per billion (ppb) and for HAA5 at 60 parts per billion (ppb) to reduce the risk of cancer or other adverse health effects. Compliance with the TTHMs and HAA5 standards are determined by calculating a locational running annual average (LRAA) of quarterly TTHMs and HAA5 sample results. Compliance calculations performed for the second quarter of 2026 show that the system's current TTHMs LRAA are 90 ppb at DBP03 – 391 Battle Rd., and 89 ppb at DBP04 – 1661 Hebron Rd. The system's current HAA5 LRAA are 70 ppb at DBP03 – 391 Battle Rd., and 73 ppb at DBP04 – 1661 Hebron Rd. Thus, the system is currently in violation of the TTHMs and HAA5 standards. Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail. This is not an emergency. If it had been, you would have been notified immediately. EPA and LDH do not consider this violation to have any serious adverse health effects on human health as a result of short-term exposure; however, continued long-term exposure to TTHMs and HAA5 levels above the standard (e.g., 20 years of exposure) has the potential to have serious adverse effects on human health. The Village of Lisbon will be performing more flushing to meet state sanitary codes. For more information contact Jerry Brunson 1-318-243-8316. (October 2, 2026)

June 25, 2026 Minutes A Regular Session Meeting was held on June 25, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., at the office of the Claiborne Parish Watershed District, located at 507 West Main Street, Homer, Louisiana. At this time, the watershed entered into their quarterly meeting. Wesley Emerson was absent from this meeting. Jay Blanchard opened the meeting in prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by David Nokes. Upon a motion by Jay Blanchard, duly seconded by Marcus McClung, the agenda was approved as presented. Upon a motion by Graham Cowie, duly seconded by Chris Robinett, the minutes for the March 26, 2026 meeting were approved. The financial report was presented by Dwayne Woodard. Upon a motion by Jay Blanchard, duly seconded by Chad Reeder, the financial report was approved. All members were reminded of the required Sexual Harassment Training to be completed by December 31, 2026. All board members were reminded of the required Ethics Training to be completed by December 31, 2026. The discussion of a proposal from Pro-Build Construction to repair the damaged channel marker at Issac Creek and to perform any additional channel marker repairs or maintenance was tabled, in Mr. Green’s absence, and will be discussed at the next quarterly meeting. Chad Reeder presented an update on the Tiger/Florida Bass fingerling and Coppernose Bluegill release that was held on June 6, 2026. David Nokes presented an update on the Sonar One Giveway that was held by RAC Field Services on June 13, 2026. Homer Hardware will stock the herbicide for the public’s purchase. David Nokes presented an update on the sponsorship for the KTBS Community Caravan that was held on June 19, 2026. KTBS will return on July 4, 2026 to cover our firework show. David Nokes led a discussion about approving an increase toward the Fireworks of Lake Claiborne firework show to be held on July 4, 2026. This will increase the donation from $5,000 to $7,000 for this year. Upon a motion by Marcus McClung, duly seconded by Jay Blanchard, the board approved a donation of $7,000. David Nokes presented an update on the High School Bass Classic that was held on May 9, 2026. There were 51 contestants that participated. David Nokes led a discussion on the sponsorship of the Majestic Big Bass Tournament to be held on August 22 – 23, 2026. The tournament director is requesting a sponsorship of $5,000. Upon a motion by Marcus McClung, duly seconded by Jay Blanchard, the board approved a donation of $5,000. David Nokes led a discussion on the sponsorship for the North Central Louisiana Team Tournament. The tournament director is requesting sponsorship in the amount of $5,000. Upon a motion by Graham Cowie, duly seconded by Chris Robinett, the board approved a donation of $5,000. Eric Shively with the Louisiana Legends Festival Bass Tournament was in attendance and requested a donation for the upcoming tournament. Upon a motion by Marcus McClung, duly seconded by Chad Reeder, the board approved a $7,500 donation for the tournament. Beverly Hightower with the Louisiana Legends Festival was in attendance and requested a donation for the upcoming festival to be held in October. Upon a motion by Marcus McClung, duly seconded by Graham Cowie, the board approved a donation in the amount of $2,500. The board discussed establishing a set budget amount in 2027 for tournaments being held on the lake. Chase with RAC Field Services was not present so there was no update on the vegetation control. Genetic testing will be held during the Majestic Big Bass Tournament. No one was present from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries. No one was present from the Louisiana DOTD. J.T. Williams with the lake patrol gave an update on the lighting and poles. The floor was open for public comments. The members and the public were reminded of the next meeting to be held on September 24, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. Upon a motion by Marcus McClung, duly seconded by Graham Cowie, the meeting was adjourned. _________________________________ David Nokes, President __________________________________ Marcus McClung, Secretary (October 2, 2026)

CLAIBORNE MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER is accepting sealed bids on the following surplus equipment: BioMerieux BioFire FilmArray Torch Minimum Bid: $3000 This medical laboratory equipment is a BioMerieux BioFire FilmArray Torch Model HTFA-ASY-0104 and includes the computer, touchscreen, and barcode scanner. The BioFire Filmarray Torch is an automated, high-throughput molecular diagnostics platform used to conduct rapid infectious disease testing. The equipment may be seen at Claiborne Memorial Medical Center, 620 E. College St, Homer, LA. Bidders accept the equipment as is. All interested persons should submit sealed bids in person or by mail to: Chad Puckett, Chief Compliance Officer, Claiborne Memorial Medical Center, 620 E. College St, Homer, LA, 71040. Bids should be received by 1:00 pm, Thursday, October 15, 2026. Bid opening will be the same day at 1:30 pm by the Chief Compliance Officer. Claiborne Memorial Medical Center reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. If you have any questions, please contact Chad Puckett at (318) 927-2024 x257. (October 2 and 9, 2026)

NOTICE OF CERTIFICATION CLAIBORNE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD This is to certify that the Claiborne Parish School Board has complied with Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1307 relative to public participation in the budget process for the Year Ending June 30, 2027. Notice of availability for public inspection and public hearing was held in compliance with applicable statute. Chris Brooks Superintendent (October 2, 2026)

The Jackson Parish Police Jury met in regular session on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Nathaniel Zeno, Jr. meeting room, 160 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, Louisiana. Members Present: Mrs. Sheketia Combs, Ms. Regina Rowe, Mrs. Amy Magee, Mr. Keith Burris, Mr. Todd Culpepper, Mr. Lewis Chatham and Mrs. Tarneshala Cowans. Absent: None. Also present: Mrs. Nia Evans Watkins, Secretary-Treasurer, Mr. Wayne Anderson, Assistant Operations Manager, Mr. Edquado Howard, Solid Waste Supervisor, Mr. Jack Williams and Mr. Paul Riley, Parish Engineer. The President, Mr. Culpepper, called the meeting to order. Mrs. Magee gave the invocation, and Mr. Burris led the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Motion- Mr. Chatham, seconded by Ms. Rowe to amend the agenda adding agenda item #19a, mandating all Admin employees train on the new Oracle Netsuite software. The chairman opened the floor for public comments. There were no public comments on the agenda amendment. Motion carried. The President opened the floor for public comments. Public comments from: Mr. Gabe Firment (Candidate for Congress), Mrs. Yumeaka Robinson Washington (Candidate for Judge Div B), Mr. Rick Warren (Candidate for District Attorney), and Mr. Rick Whidden (GM of Westrock-Hodge La). The President moved to the approval of minutes. Motion- Mrs. Magee, seconded by Mrs. Cowans to adopt the minutes of the August 10, 2026, Police Jury Meeting, August 27, 2026, Special Called meeting, monthly purchase orders, and the payment of all bills. Motion carried. The President called for approval of committee reports. Motion- Mr. Chatham, seconded by Mrs. Combs to adopt the minutes of the August 31, 2026, Finance Committee Meeting. Motion carried. Motion- Mr. Chatham, seconded by Mr. Burris to approve entering into a cleaning contract with Jani King to clean the community center. Motion carried. Motion- Mr. Chatham, seconded by Mr. Burris to approve installing a keypad on the front door of the community center. Motion carried. Motion- Mr. Burris, seconded by Mrs. Cowans to adopt the minutes of the September 2, 2026, Policy and Personnel Committee Meeting. Motion carried. Motion- Mrs. Cowans, seconded by Mr. Burris to approve changing the job title of Operations Manager to Facility Administrator. Motion carried. There was no action taken on agenda item #7. Motion- Mrs. Magee, seconded Ms. Rowe to adopt the minutes of the September 2, 2026, Road Committee Meeting. Motion carried. Motion- Mr. Chatham, seconded by Mr. Burris to introduce the amended subdivision ordinance. Motion carried. The President called for monthly management reports. Mr. Wayne Anderson, Asst. Operations Manager, gave the August/September 2026 Operations Manager Reports. (Mr. Roller was absent) Mr. Jack Williams, Road Supervisor, presented the August 2026 Road Report noting that $0 had been spent on emergency callouts/off-schedule work. Motion- Mrs. Magee, seconded by Mr. Burris to accept the August 2026 emergency/off-schedule reports. Motion carried. Mr. Ed Howard, Solid Waste Supervisor, presented the August 2026 Solid Waste Report. The President moved to Other Business. Mr. Paul Riley presented the Engineering Report. Mr. Rick Whidden spoke during public comments. Motion- Mr. Chatham, seconded by Ms. Rowe to approve the resolution approving the holding of an election in the Ward 2 Fire Protection District of the Parish of Jackson, LA on Saturday, December 12, 2026, to authorize the continuation of a special tax. (Roll Call Vote) District 1: Yea District 2: Yes District 3: Yea District 4: Yea District 5: Yea District 6: Yea District 7: Yea Yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Absent: 0 Abstaining: 0 Motion carried. Mr. Rick Warren spoke during public comments. Motion- Ms. Rowe, seconded by Mrs. Magee to give Mr. Wayne Anderson authority to get quotes for a new phone system and internet provider. Motion carried. Motion- Mr. Burris, seconded by Ms. Rowe to appoint Mr. Jeff Kelly to the watershed board. Motion carried. Motion- Ms. Rowe, seconded by Mr. Burris to mandate that every employee that uses a computer must attend the new software training. Motion carried. Announcements- None All jury members thanked the public and workers for attending. Motion- Ms. Rowe, seconded by Mr. Burris to adjourn. Motion carried. Nia Evans Nia Evans, Secretary-Treasurer Todd Culpepper Todd Culpepper, President Published in the Ruston Daily Leader; $42.00 on Oct 2, 2026.

PUBLIC NOTICE Jackson Parish Communication District E-911 Minutes: September 23, 2026 Board Members Roll Call: Present: Sharon Satcher and Chief Aaron Blalock Absent: Chief Isreal Smith, David Brown, Jolyn Smith, Fred Tolar, Sheriff Barnett Visitors: None Director present: Ernie Lewter 1. CALL TO ORDER: Time: 12:16 PM (NO QUORUM) INVOCATION: Sharon Satcher PLEDGE: Chief Blalock ROLL CALL: Present: Sharon Satcher and Aaron Blalock CHAIRMAN: 2. READING AND APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES: MOTION: SECOND: 3. 4. TREASURER’S REPORT AND APPROVAL OF BILLS: 5. MOTION: SECOND: 6. REPORT OF COMMITTEES: NONE 7. COMMENTS –PRESENTATIONS BY OTHER AGENCIES OR PUBLIC BODIES: 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. 7. NEW BUSINESS A. DISCUSS: B. C. 8. OTHER BUSINESS: NONE 9. NEXT MEETING: Noon Wednesday, Future Meetings: 10. ADJOURN. 12:19 pm. Chairman Member at Large Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA on Oct 2, 2026.

Jackson Parish WARD TWO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 189 Vernon-Eros Road Ruston, LA. 71270 Office 318-249-3300 Fax 318-249-3340 w2fpdjackson@gmail.com Tax I.D. #72-1400917 NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION Pursuant to the provisions of a resolution adopted by the Board of Commissioners of the Ward Two Fire Protection District of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the "Governing Authority"), acting as the governing authority of the Ward Two Fire Protection District of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the "District"), on September 8, 2026, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the District on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2026, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the District qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit: PROPOSITION (MILLAGE CONTINUATION) Shall the Ward Two Fire Protection District of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the "District"), continue to levy a tax of 13 mills (the "Tax") on all the property subject to taxation in the District (an estimated $182,000 reasonably expected at this time to be collected from the levy of the Tax for an entire year), for a period of 10 years, beginning with the year 2028 and ending with the year 2037, for the purpose of maintaining, improving, acquiring and operating fire department buildings and equipment for fire protection and other response services therein, said millage to represent a 3 mills increase (due to reappraisal) over the 10 mills tax authorized to be levied through the year 2027 pursuant to an election held on December 10, 2016, provided that a portion of the Tax proceeds is required to be contributed to state and statewide retirement systems as provided in R.S. 11:82? The said special election will be held at the polling places for the following precincts, which polls will open at seven o'clock (7:00) a.m. and close at eight o'clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541, to-wit: PRECINCTS 04(PART) 05(PART) 05A 06(PART) 06A 07 08A(PART) 13(PART) The polling places for the precincts set forth above are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, shall be those persons designated according to law. The estimated cost of this election as determined by the Secretary of State based upon the provisions of Chapter 8-A of Title 18 and actual costs of similar elections is $8,800. Notice is further given that a portion of the monies collected from the tax described in the Proposition shall be remitted to certain state and statewide retirement systems in the manner required by law. The said special election will be held in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and the officers appointed to hold the said election, as provided in this Notice of Special Election, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, will make due returns thereof to said Governing Authority, and NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Governing Authority will meet at its regular meeting place, the Ward Two Fire Protection District Fire Station, 189 Vernon-Eros Road, Ruston, Louisiana, on TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2027 at 7:00 P.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of the said special election. All registered voters of the District are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA on Oct 2, 9, 16 & 23 , 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.