WHEREABOUTS “Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Gareth Elijah Mophett, contact Alyssa M. Mulligan, Atty 318.339.8526. 2/18, 25

LIQUOR LICENSE El Papacito LLC, d/b/a El Papacito is applying to the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcohol content at retail in the Parish of Concordia at the following address. El Papacito 6434 Hwy 84 Ferriday, LA 71334 Members: Artemio R Romas and Bethani G. Douglas 2/18

CONCORDIA PARISH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #2 REGULAR MEETING January 13, 2026 5:00 P.M. The Concordia Parish Fire Protection District #2 Board met this day in regular session convened. There were present the following officers and members to wit: Chairperson: Virgil Barnes Members: Harvey Cowan, Gary Neal, Margie Hodge Fire Chief: Vick Brown Secretary/Treasurer Jan Smith Absent: Doyle Bryan The meeting was called to order by Chairman Virgil Barnes following the prayer, pledge of allegiance and roll call. Motion was made by Mr. Neal and duly seconded by Ms. Hodge that the officers remain in their current position by acclamation. Motion unanimously passed. Motion was made by Ms. Hodge and duly seconded by Mr. Cowan to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held December 16, 2025. Motion unanimously passed. Motion was made by Mr. Cowan and duly seconded by Mr. Neal to approve the 2026 Proposed Budget. Motion unanimously passed. Motion was made by Mr. Cowan and duly seconded by Ms. Hodge to pay the bills as per list presented. Motion unanimously passed. Chief Brown reported: 1)The department had responded to 4 structure fires, 1 grass fire, 1 dumpster fire, 2 MVAs and 1 extrication. 2)He had gotten two bids on building for crew quarters which were: a)2023 16X80 three bedroom and 2 bath which could be modified to add more bedrooms for $58,900. b)2025 14X70 three bedroom and 2 bath for $52,700. Motion was made by Ms. Hodge and duly seconded by Mr. Neal to purchase the 2023 16X80 building. Motion unanimously passed. Motion was made by Ms. Hodge and duly seconded by Mr. Cowan to authorize Chief Brown to schedule the preparation of the pad. Motion unanimously passed. There was no correspondence or public comment. There being no further business, motion was made by Mr. Cowan and duly seconded by Ms. Hodge to adjourn. Motion unanimously passed and the meeting was adjourned. Jan Smith Secretary/Treasurer 2/18 $43.50

CONCORDIA PARISH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #2 REGULAR MEETING December 16, 2025 5:00 P.M. The Concordia Parish Fire Protection District #2 Board met this day in regular session convened. There were present the following officers and members to wit: Chairperson: Virgil Barnes Members: Harvey Cowan, Gary Neal, Margie Hodge Fire Chief: Vick Brown Secretary/Treasurer Jan Smith Absent: Doyle Bryan The meeting was called to order by Chairman Virgil Barnes following the prayer, pledge of allegiance and roll call. Motion was made by Ms. Hodge and duly seconded by Mr. Cowan to approve the minutes of November 11th meeting. Motion unanimously passed. Motion was made by Mr. Cowan and duly seconded by Ms. Hodge to pay the bills as per list presented. Motion unanimously passed. Motion was by Mr. Neal and duly seconded by Mr. Cowan to hire Silas Simmons, LLP to conduct the Annual Audit. Motion unanimously passed. Chief Brown reported: 1.The department had responded to 6 structure fires, 2 car fires, 1 smoke scare, 1 grass fire, 2 MVA with extrication, and 1 false alarm. 2.One new firefighter in training had been hired and he wouldn’t be ready to go to the academy until May or June, 2026. 3.One of the bay doors was broken and in need of replacement. As the depart-ment was in the process of having the bay area insulated with spray-in insulation, he had checked the price for insulated bay doors and recommended the replacement door be insulated. Motion was made by Mr. Neal and duly seconded by Ms. Hodge to replace the broken door with the upgraded insulated door. Motion unanimously passed. 4.He had more information regarding the availability of buildings to be purchased as a crew quarters. Motion was made by Ms. Hodge and duly seconded by Mr. Neal that the fire chief be permitted to negotiate the best price for a building. Motion unanimously passed. Motion was made by Ms. Hodge and duly seconded by Mr. Cowan to approve the November Budget Report. Motion unanimously passed. There was no volunteer’s report, correspondence or public comment. There being no further business, motion was made by Mr. Cowan and duly seconded by Ms. Hodge to adjourn. Motion unanimously passed and the meeting was adjourned. Jan Smith Secretary/Treasurer 2/18 $45

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS STATEWIDE FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAM AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITY PROGRAM PORT CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITY PROGRAM SHORT LINE RAILROAD INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM To review the Statewide Flood Control Program, the Airport Construction and Development Priority Program, the Port Construction and Development Priority Program, and the Short Line Railroad Infrastructure Improvement Program as follows: BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA: 9:00 A.M., Tuesday, March 3, 2026, Louisiana State Capitol, House Committee Room 6. These Public Hearings will be conducted in accordance with Act 351 of the 1982 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature by the House and Senate Legislative Committees on Transportation, Highways, and Public Works and in accordance with Acts 451 and 452 of the 1989 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature by the House and Senate Legislative Committees on Transportation, Highways and Public Works and in accordance with Act 222 of the 2019 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature by the House and Senate Legislative Committees on Transportation, Highways and Public Works. The purpose of these Public Hearings is to review the Statewide Flood Control Program, the Airport Construction and Development Priority Program, the Port Construction and Development Priority Program, and the Short Line Railroad Infrastructure Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027. All interested persons are invited to be present. Oral testimony will be received. However, so that all persons desiring to speak have an equal opportunity to do so, it is requested that every effort be made to complete individual testimony as quickly as possible. Oral testimony may be supplemented by presenting written statements and comments to the Committee by mailing the same postmarked within ten (10) calendar days following the hearing to the above address. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Joyce Anthony, Department of Transportation and Development, phone (225) 379-3038. s/sGlenn Ledet, Jr. Secretary Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development | 1201 Capitol Access Road | Baton Rouge, LA 70802 | 225-379-1200 An Equal Opportunity Employer | A Drug-Free Workplace | Agency of Louisiana.gov | dotd.la.gov 2/18 $45

Fifth Louisiana Levee District January 14, 2026 The Board of Commissioners for the Fifth Louisiana Levee District met in regular session on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Levee Board Office, 102 Burnside Drive, Tallulah, LA at 9:00 a.m. President Reynold Minsky called the meeting to order. Commissioners Taunton, Hill, Brown, and Arthur answered rollcall. On motion by Commissioner Brown, 2nd by Commissioner Arthur, Board voted to retain the current officers with Reynold Minsky serving as President, and Clark Hill serving as Vice-President. After no public comments were made, the Board approved minutes from the November meeting on a motion by Commissioner Brown, second by Commissioner Arthur. Commissioners reviewed and approved claims submitted for November and December on motion by Commissioner Hill, second by Commissioner Taunton, after hearing no public comments. Commissioners reviewed financial statements for the same period. The Board approved resolution giving USACE, Vicksburg District, rights-of-way needed, in connection with Upper Lake Concordia, Item 367-R, Flood Control/Mississippi River & Tributaries, West Bank Mississippi River Levees, Concordia Parish, Louisiana, on a roll call vote with all Commissioners voting to approve and Commissioner Arthur abstaining from vote. No public comments were offered. On motion by Commissioner Arthur, second by Commissioner Hill, Board agreed to advertise for the purchase of a new work truck. The Board approved two permit requests from Kajamy to cross the Mainline Mississippi River Levee with an ammonia pipeline in both East Carroll and Concordia Parishes on motion by Commissioner Hill, 2nd by Commissioner Brown. Permit was granted subject to USACE and DOTD approval. No public comments were offered. There being no new business to consider, the meeting was adjourned on motion by Commissioner Taunton, second by Commissioner Hill. Reynold Minsky, President Jason Trichell, Supt. of Oper. 2/18 $34.50

Request for Scenic River Permit on Bayou Cocodrie The Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) as Administrator of the Louisiana Natural and Scenic Rivers System is currently considering the application of Marion Oquin to build a dock on Bayou Cocodrie. Copies of the application can be reviewed at the LDWF main office, 2000 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge, LA. The public is invited to comment on this permit request for a period of forty-five (45) days. Responses should be mailed to LDWF Scenic Rivers Program, P.O. Box 98000, Baton Rouge, LA 70898-9000. 2/18, 25; 3/4 _______________________________________________________________ SECTION 00100 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS TOWN OF JONESVILLE REHABILITATION OF GOHEGAN PUMP STATION Separate sealed bids for the TOWN OF JONESVILLE, REHABILITATION OF GOHEGAN PUMP STATION, will be received by the Town of Jonesville at the office of Pan American Engineers, LLC, 1717 Jackson Street, Alexandria, Louisiana 71301 until 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. Any bid received after the specified time and date will not be considered. The Instructions to Bidders, Bid Form, Agreement Between Owner and Contractor, Forms of Bid Bond, Performance and Payment Bonds, Drawings and Specifications, and other Contract Documents may be examined at the following location: PAN AMERICAN ENGINEERS, LLC (Design Professional) 1717 JACKSON STREET (71301) P. O. BOX 8599 (71306) ALEXANDRIA, LOUISIANA (318) 473-2100 The work to be performed under this Contract includes the removal of the existing pre-packaged self priming lift station equipment and the installation of submersible non-clog sewage pumping equipment. Copies of the bidding documents shall be obtained from the office of Pan American Engineers, LLC upon deposit of $150.00 for each set of documents; or from the electronic bid submittal option as noted in the Advertisement. The deposit on the first set of documents furnished to bonafide prime bidders will be fully refunded upon return of the documents, in good condition, no later than ten (10) days after receipt of bids. On other sets of documents furnished to bidders, the deposit less actual cost of reproduction will be refunded upon return of the documents, in good condition, no later than ten (10) days after receipt of bids. The OWNER reserves the right to reject any or all bids for just cause. Such actions will be inBaccordance with Title 38 of L.R.S. In accordance with L.R.S. 38:2212.B.(1), the provisions and requirements stated in the Bidding Documents shall not be considered as informalities and shall not be waived. Each Bidder must deposit with the bid, security in the amount of at least five percent (5%) of the total bid price, as described in the Instructions to Bidders. Bid bonds shall be written by a surety or insurance company meeting the requirements noted in L.R.S. 38:2218. The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance Bond and ment Bond, in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract amount, written by a surety or insurance company meeting the requirements noted in L.R.S. 38:2219 A.(1)(a), (b) and (c), or for Federally funded projects, must be listed as acceptable on the U.S. Department of Treasury Circular 570. Minority owned firms and small business are encouraged to participate. The successful Bidder must have an active Unique Entity ID (UEI) and be registered with the Federal System of Award (SAM) Registration Program prior to award of contract. Attention of Bidders is called particularly to the requirements for conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract (Davis-Bacon Act), Section 503 (Non-Discrimination Against Employees with Disabilities) and Section 504 (Non-Discrimination Against Individuals with Disabilities) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Executive Order 11246, the Family and Medical Leave of 1993, and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Goods purchased and incorporated into the work shall comply with “Executive Order 14005- Ensuring the Future is Made in all of America by all of America’s Workers”. The Town of Jonesville is an equal opportunity employer. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the Town of Jonesville no later than seven (7) days prior to bid opening. Town of Jonesville Mayor Loria Hollins P.O. Box 428 Jonesville, Louisiana 71343 2/18,25 3/4 $64.50

Request for Scenic River Permit on Bayou Cocodrie The Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) as Administrator of the Louisiana Natural and Scenic Rivers System is currently considering the application of Justin Stanley to build a dock on Bayou Cocodrie. Copies of the application can be reviewed at the LDWF main office, 2000 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge, LA. The public is invited to comment on this permit request for a period of forty-five (45) days. Responses should be mailed to LDWF Scenic Rivers Program, P.O. Box 98000, Baton Rouge, LA 70898-9000. 2/4,11,18 $18.90

LAWN CARE BID NOTICE FOR CONCORDIA RECREATION DISTRICT NO. 3 Concordia Recreation District No. 3 hereby is accepting bids for lawn care services for the old recreation ball fields situated at Alabama, Locust, and Milligan Streets in Vidalia, Louisiana. Services include, but are not limited to: mowing, weed eating, spraying for weeds/ants, and picking up trash and limbs. Providers must supply their own liability insurance and workman’s comp insurance. All bids must be received no later than 5PM on Friday, February 20, 2026. Submit bids via email to concordiarec3@yahoo.com or by mail to PO Box 817, Vidalia, LA 71373. For questions, contact Jordan Farmer at 601-431-3716. 1/28 2/4,11,18 $13.50

?REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF DEQUINCY, LA JANUARY 13, 2026 500 SOUTH GRAND AVENUE, DEQUINCY, LOUISIANA. The Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of DeQuincy, La. met in regular session on January 13, 2026 for the following purpose: Chairman, Jerry McCaig called the meeting to order and upon roll call, those present and absent were as follows: Present: Jerry McCaig, Lynne Treme, Tracey Brown, Diana DeLoach, Amber Landry, Shirley Bagwell, Brooke Burge Absent: None A quorum present, the following business was transacted. The minutes from December 9, 2025 were reviewed. Amber Landry made a motion to approve the minutes and Tracey Brown seconded. All approved. Motion carried. The financial reports for November 2025 were presented and discussed. The year-to-date actuals were compared to the year-to-date budget. After discussion, Lynne Treme made a motion to approve the financial reports as presented and Tracey Brown seconded the motion. All approved. Motion carried. No proposals were received for the Chainwall Extension on Logan Lane. We will continue to send out request for proposals. The 2026 Fair Market Rents have been posted by HUD. After comparison of the 2026 Fair Market Rents to the 2025 Flat Rents, there will be an increase in the Flat Rent amounts for 2026. After discussion, Tracey Brown made a motion to approve the increase of the Fair Market/Flat Rents for 2026 effective on June 1, 2026. Lynne Treme seconded the motion. All approved. Motion carried. Res # 1043 DHA will have a HUD NSPIRE inspection on January 14, 2026. 24 units will be randomly chosen for inspection. The vacancy report was presented by Brooke Burge. There being no further business to come before the board, the Chairman thereupon declared the meeting adjourned. /s/ Jerry McCaig /s/ Shirley Bagwell Run Date: 02/18/2026 (F-4) Cost of Notice: $30.00

?City Council Minutes City of DeQuincy February 9, 2026 DeQuincy, Louisiana The City Council of the City of DeQuincy, Louisiana, met in regular session on Monday, February 9, 2026, at City Hall, 300 North Holly Street, DeQuincy, Louisiana, with the following members present: Scott Wylie Jim Smith Cameron Smith Margaret Brown Bobby Dahlquist The invocation was given, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Upon motion duly made and seconded, the minutes of the January 12, 2026 regular meeting were approved as presented. The January 2026 monthly budget-to-actual comparison reports for the General Fund, Street/Sales Tax Fund, Utility Fund, Airport Fund, Public Safety Fund, and Public Service and Safety Building Fund were included in each council member’s packet. Departmental reports for Fire, Police, Public Works, Sewer, and Maintenance were placed in the council files. The Mayor presented the City report verbally. There were no questions or comments from the Council. Upon motion duly made and seconded, the agenda was approved. Public Input Public input was received from a downtown property owner regarding building concerns. Additional public comment was received concerning a request for permission to place a mobile home within the city limits of DeQuincy. The Council addressed the concerns presented. Resolutions and Actions Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Council adopted the following resolutions: • Authorized Mayor Riley Smith to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office and the City of DeQuincy, including the DeQuincy Police Department, to accept three (3) vehicles for law enforcement and public safety purposes for the benefit of the community. • Authorized the appointment of Joe Richardson as Director and William Frazier as Alternate Director to the Board of Directors of the Louisiana Municipal Natural Gas Purchasing and Distribution Authority for a term of four (4) years. • Authorized Mayor Riley Smith to award the contract to RP Construction, LLC for the Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Improvements Project, including planning and construction services. Introduction of Ordinances The following ordinances were introduced, and a public hearing was set for March 9, 2026: Ordinance No. 1003 – An ordinance to amend Article V – Historic District Commission, Section 2-111 (Established), of the Code of Ordinances of the City of DeQuincy. Ordinance No. 1004 – An ordinance to amend Article II – Dangerous Structures, Section 5-36 (Blighted and Abandoned Properties Prohibited), of the Code of Ordinances of the City of DeQuincy. Ordinance No. 1005 – An ordinance to amend Chapter 21, Appendix A – General Zoning Ordinance, Section 2, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of DeQuincy. Condemnation Proceedings Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Council authorized moving to the next step in the condemnation process, specifically ordering inspections of the following properties: 701 Seymour Pullam Road 1005 Banneker Street 1102 Banneker Street 808 Hayes Street 803 North Division Street 206 South Holly Street 211 North Pine Street There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. ATTEST: /s/Sherri Breaux Sherri Breaux City Council Clerk Run Date: 02/18/2026 (F-3) Cost of Notice: $42.00

Succession of Bettye Sue Turner Pate Jackson Parish Probate Docket #8117 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Co-Executors of the Succession of Mrs. Bettye Sue Turner Pate have filed a Petition seeking the homologation of Tableau of Distribution No. Two. That Tableau of Distribution No. Two can be homologated after the expiration of seven days from the date of the publication of this legal notice. Any opposition to that homologation must be filed prior to homologation. Published in the Ruston Daily Leader, Ruston, LA on Feb 18, 2026.