SHERIFFS SALE 21ST MORTGAGE CORPORATION VS. CLAYTON SCOTT SARVER In the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, No. 82627. By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, in the above styled and numbered suit and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction to the last and highest bidder for cash WITHOUT the benefit of appraisement and according to law at the principle front door of the Courthouse in the City of Minden, Webster Parish, Louisiana, on WEDNESDAY, February 25, 2026, During the legal sale hours, the following property, to wit: 2018 Champion 16 x 80 mobile home bearing serial number 021000HA-004505A SOLD SUBJECT TO ANY SUPERIOR LIENS, MORTGAGES OR PRIVILEGES THERETO. Said property seized is that of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy a judgment rendered in our Honorable Court. Publication Dates: February 11, 2026 JASON R. PARKER Sheriff & Ex-Officio Auctioneer Webster Parish, Louisiana Pam Brantley - Deputy February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

PUBLIC NOTICE (NOTICE OF INTENTION TO INTRODUCE BILL SLS 26RS-235) Public notice is hereby given that there may be introduced at the session of the Legislature to be convened on March 9, 2026, a bill relative to withdrawal of water from Lake Bistineau; and to provide for related matters. February 11, 2026 February 18, 2026

ORDINANCE NO. 1165 AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH THE MINDEN ADMINISTRATIVE COURT PURSUANT TO LA R.S. 13:2575 AND 13:2576, WHICH SHALL HAVE JURISDICTION OVER THE CIVIL ADJUDICATION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ORDERING REMEDIAL MEASURES BY VIOLATORS, PLUS THE IMPOSITION OF LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED FINES, FEES, PENALTIES, HEARING COSTS, AND LIENS, FOR THE CORRECTION AND ABATEMENT OF BLIGHTED PROPERTIES (LA RS 33:1374(B), ABANDONED PROPERTIES (LA RS 33:4720.59(D)(2)), OTHER VIOLATIONS OF MINDEN ORDINANCES PERTAINING TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH, HOUSING, FIRE CODE, ENVIRONMENT (INCLUDING JUNK, RUBBISH, AND LITTER), JUNKED OR ABANDONED VEHICLES, AND HISTORIC DISTRICT REGULATIONS OF MINDEN, AND SUCH OTHER PROPERTY CONDITIONS CONSTITUTING A THREAT TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELFARE AS MAY BE DESIGNATED BY THE MAYOR; WITH SUCH JURISDICTION OVER VIOLATIONS EXTENDING TO THE OWNERS OF SUCH PROPERTIES, THEIR AGENTS, TENANTS, OR REPRESENTATIVES, WHETHER OCCURRING ON RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, OR VACANT PROPERTY, AND ANY STRUCTURES OR IMPROVEMENTS THEREON; TO PROVIDE FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE JUDGE TO PRESIDE OVER THE COURT, TO ESTABLISH THE DUTIES OF PERSONNEL IN SUPPORT OF SAID COURT AND PROCEDURES FOR THE CONDUCT OF COURT OPERATIONS; AND TO PROVIDE FOR ANY RELATED MATTERS THERETO AN ORDINANCE amending and enacting Chapter 2 of the Minden Code of Ordinances, Administration: Article VI, Administrative Court: Sections 2-297 through 2-314 for clarification as provided herein. WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-297. Purpose establishes the intent of protecting the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Minden, promoting neighborhood integrity, and preserving property values by providing a fair and expeditious method of enforcement, correction, and abatement; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-298. Authority outlines that LA R.S. 13:2575 and 13:2576 authorize the City of Minden to establish an Administrative Court; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-299. Scope and Definitions outlines the property to which this Ordinance applies and defines the terms Blighted Property, Abandoned Property, City, Administrative Judge, and Owner; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-300. Creation of Court establishes the City of Minden Administrative Court; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-301. Administrative Judge outlines the appointment, qualifications, and recusal of the City of Minden Administrative Court Administrative Judge; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-302. Powers and Duties of the Administrative Judge outlines the authority of the Administrative Judge; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-303. Building Official and Code Enforcement outlines the designation and duties of the City of Minden Building Official in relation to the Administrative Court and outlines the creation, membership, and terms of the Beautification Advisory Panel; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-304. Docket Clerk outlines the designation and duties of the City of Minden Administrative Court Docket Clerk; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-305. Court Security outlines the designation and duties of the City of Minden Administrative Court Bailiff; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-306. Initiation of Proceedings outlines the process of filing a Petition for Adjudication; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-307. Notice of Hearing outlines the service of notice and the timeframe for hearings in the City of Minden Administrative Court; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-308. Conduct of Hearing outlines the rights of the parties, the rules of evidence, and the burden of proof for hearings in the City of Minden Administrative Court; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-309. Rules of Procedure establishes the authority of the City of Minden Administrative Court Administrative Judge to adopt, publish, and amend written Rules of Procedure governing the City of Minden Administrative Court; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-310. Orders establishes that the City of Minden Administrative Court Administrative Judge shall issue a final written Order to the property owner stating whether a violation was found and, if applicable, the nature of the violation, the abatement action required, and a reasonable deadline for said abatement; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-311. Penalties and Costs outlines fines, costs, and per diem; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-312. Lien and Privilege establishes the authority of the City of Minden Administrative Court to place a lien and privilege against the land and improvements; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-313. Enforcement establishes the authority of the City of Minden to enforce liens and collect fines, costs, and penalties; and WHEREAS, Article VI, Administrative Court: Section 2-314. Right of Appeal establishes the right to appeal decisions of the City of Minden Administrative Court and outlines the timeframe for filing an appeal. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Minden, Louisiana, in legal session convened, that Chapter 2 of the Minden Code of Ordinances, Administration: Article VI, Administrative Court: Sections 2-297 through 2-314 be amended and enacted as provided herein to read as follows, to-wit: ARTICLE VI. Administrative Court Section 2-297. Purpose. The purpose of this Ordinance is to establish an efficient, non-criminal, administrative process for the adjudication and correction of violations of blighted properties (LA RS 33:1374(b), abandoned properties (LA RS 33:4720.59(d)(2)), other violations of Minden ordinances pertaining to the public health, housing, fire code, environment (including junk, rubbish, and litter), junked or abandoned vehicles, and historic district regulations, and such other property conditions constituting a threat to the public health, safety, and welfare as may be designated by the Mayor. This process is intended to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Minden, promote neighborhood integrity, and preserve property values by providing a fair and expeditious method of enforcement, correction, and abatement. Section 2-298. Authority. This Administrative Court is established under the authority vested in the City of Minden by the Louisiana Constitution and in direct accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 13:2575 and 13:2576. Section 2-299. Scope and Definitions. This Ordinance shall apply to all immovable property, including all lots, plots, or parcels of land and any structures or improvements thereon, whether residential, commercial, industrial, or vacant, located within the corporate limits of the City of Minden. For the purposes of this Ordinance, the following definitions shall apply: Blighted Property shall mean any residential, commercial, industrial, or vacant premises, including lots, which have been declared to be a public nuisance by the Minden Building Official, as confirmed by the Administrative Judge following a hearing, to be a public nuisance and therefore blighted, under the criteria of LA R.S. 33:1374.B.(7), namely that the immovable property or any structure thereon, by reason of the condition in which it is permitted to remain, may endanger the health, life, limb, or property of any person, or cause any hurt, harm, damages, injury, or loss to any person in any one or more of the following conditions: The property is dilapidated, decayed, unsafe, or unsanitary, is detrimental to health, morals, safety, public welfare and the well-being of the community, endangers life or property, or is conducive to ill health, delinquency, and crime. The property is a fire hazard. The conditions present on the property and its surrounding grounds are not reasonably or adequately maintained, thereby causing deterioration and creating a blighting influence or condition on nearby properties and thereby depreciating the value, use, and enjoyment to such an extent that it is harmful to the public health, welfare, safety, and the economic stability of the area, community, or neighborhood in which such public nuisance is located. Abandoned Property shall mean any immovable property, including any building or structure thereon, which has been declared abandoned by the Minden Building Official, as confirmed by the Administrative Judge following a hearing, and shall have the same meaning and criteria as set forth in La. R.S. 33:4720.59(D)(2), as it may be amended. City shall mean the City of Minden, Louisiana. Administrative Judge shall mean the Administrative Judge for the City of Minden Administrative Court as authorized by LA R.S. 13:2575. Owner shall mean the owner of record of the subject property as listed in the most current records of the Webster Parish Assessors Office. Section 2-300. Creation of Court. There is hereby established an administrative adjudication system to be known as the City of Minden Administrative Court (hereinafter referred to as the Court). The Court shall function as a quasi-judicial body with the authority to hear and decide matters concerning violations of public health, housing, fire code, environmental, and historic district ordinances, specifically those relating to blighted and abandoned property as defined herein. Section 2-301. Administrative Judge. The Court shall be presided over by a single Administrative Judge. Appointment: The Administrative Judge shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by the City Council. The Administrative Judge shall serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and City Council. Qualifications: The Administrative Judge shall be an attorney at law, licensed to practice in the State of Louisiana, and in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar Association. Recusal: The Administrative Judge shall recuse himself/herself from any hearing in which they have a personal, financial, or professional interest in the property or the outcome of the matter. Section 2-302. Powers and Duties of the Administrative Judge. The Administrative Judge shall have the authority to: Administer oaths and affirmations. Issue subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents, records, or other evidence. Conduct hearings in an orderly and fair manner, ensuring due process for all parties. Take testimony and accept evidence. Issue written orders, judgments, and notices of judgment. Determine whether a violation of city ordinances exists. Order the abatement of violations within a specified time period. Impose fines, civil penalties, administrative costs, and hearing costs as authorized by this Ordinance and applicable state law. Suspend or reduce fines and penalties in accordance with established policies for compliance. Section 2-303. Building Official and Code Enforcement. Designation: The City of Minden Building Official shall serve as the primary administrative official for the investigation and prosecution of violations before the Court. Duties: The duties of the Building Official in relation to the Court shall include, but are not limited to: Identifying and inspecting properties suspected of being blighted or abandoned. Prioritizing cases based on the severity of the violation and the threat posed to public health, safety, and welfare. Preparing a comprehensive case file for each property, including inspection reports, photographs, and ownership records. Filing the initial Petition for Adjudication with the Docket Clerk to initiate proceedings. Presenting the Citys case, evidence, and testimony during the administrative hearing. Conducting follow-up inspections to verify compliance with Orders issued by the Administrative Judge. Beautification Advisory Panel Creation: A Beautification Advisory Panel of five (5) members is created with whom the Building Official has the ability, but not the responsibility, to confer regarding matters being considered for referral to the Administrative Court, or otherwise, at his non-mandatory discretion and by such means of communication as he may choose. Membership: The Beautification Advisory Panel members shall serve without compensation and solely in an advisory capacity. Five (5) members shall be appointed by the City Council, with each City Council representative appointing one (1) member. City Council members shall name their appointed member by written communication to the Mayor by no later than the deadline for such appointments communicated by the Mayor to the City Council following the effective date of this Ordinance. Should any City Council member fail to communicate his/her appointment to the Mayor by the stated deadline, the Mayor may appoint a person to fill that position. Terms: Members of the Beautification Advisory Panel shall serve terms coterminous with the then-current term of their appointing City Council representative or Mayor. Members may be reappointed in the same manner as their original appointment, with any vacancy being filled in the same manner. Section 2-304. Docket Clerk. (a) Designation: A Docket Clerk shall be designated by the City to provide clerical and administrative support to the Court. (b) Duties: The duties of the Docket Clerk shall include, but are not limited to: Maintaining the official docket and case files for the Court. Scheduling hearing dates and times in coordination with the Administrative Judge. Issuing and serving all notices required by law, specifically adhering to the notice requirements set forth in La. R.S. 13:2576. Receiving and filing all documents, evidence, and pleadings submitted by the City or property owners. Drafting and issuing subpoenas as directed by the Administrative Judge. Transmitting final Orders and Judgments to the property owner. Recording Judgments and Liens in the Mortgage Records of the Webster Parish Clerk of Court. Section 2-305. Court Security. Designation: The Ward 1 Marshal is hereby authorized to serve as the Bailiff for the Court. Duties: The Bailiff shall attend all sessions of the Court to maintain order, ensure the safety of the Administrative Judge and all participants, and execute the orders of the Administrative Judge regarding courtroom conduct. Section 2-306. Initiation of Proceedings. Proceedings before the Court shall be initiated by the filing of a Petition for Adjudication or similar charging document by the Building Official with the Docket Clerk. This document shall specify the nature of the violation, the location of the property, and the specific ordinance(s) alleged to be violated. Section 2-307. Notice of Hearing. Upon the filing of a petition, the Docket Clerk shall issue a Notice of Hearing to the property owner. Service of Notice: Service of the notice shall be made in strict accordance with La. R.S. 13:2576(C). Notice shall be sent by certified or registered mail to the address of the property owner as listed in the assessors records or otherwise determined, or by personal service. If mail is returned or the owner is unknown, notice shall be effected by publication in the official journal of the City of Minden for two consecutive days. Timeframe: The hearing date shall be scheduled no less than fifteen (15) days after the date of service or the date of the last publication of notice. Section 2-308. Conduct of Hearing. Rights of Parties: The City and the property owner (or their legal representative) shall have the right to introduce evidence, cross-examine witnesses, and make arguments. Rules of Evidence: The formal Louisiana Code of Evidence shall not strictly apply. The Administrative Judge may admit and consider any evidence which possesses probative value commonly accepted by reasonable and prudent persons in the conduct of their affairs. (c) Burden of Proof: The City shall bear the burden of proving the violation by a preponderance of the evidence. Section 2-309. Rules of Procedure. The Administrative Judge is hereby authorized to adopt, publish, and amend written Rules of Procedure governing the administration of the Court, provided such rules are not inconsistent with this Ordinance or State Law. Section 2-310. Orders. Within a reasonable time following the conclusion of the hearing, the Administrative Judge shall issue a final written Order stating whether the owner is in violation of state statute or city ordinance. If a violation is found, the Order shall specify the nature of the violation, the actions required to abate the violation, and a reasonable deadline for said abatement. Section 2-311. Penalties and Costs. Fines: The Administrative Judge may assess fines and civil penalties for each violation as prescribed by the applicable city ordinances. (b) Costs: The Administrative Judge may assess all costs incurred by the City in the identification and processing of the violation, including but not limited to: administrative costs, inspection fees, mailing and service costs, and any other authorized fees. (c) Per Diem: The Administrative Judge may order that fines accrue on a per-diem basis until the violation is abated. Section 2-312. Lien and Privilege. If the property owner fails to comply with the Order or pay the assessed fines and costs within the time specified, a copy of the Order shall be filed with the Docket Clerk and recorded in the Mortgage Records of the Webster Parish Clerk of Court. Pursuant to La. R.S. 13:2575(C), the recordation of the Order shall constitute a lien and privilege against the land and improvements. This lien shall be superior to all other claims, mortgages, and liens, except for ad valorem taxes and prior recorded local or special assessments. Section 2-313. Enforcement. The City may enforce the lien and collect the fines, costs, and penalties in the same manner as the sale of property for delinquent ad valorem taxes. Section 3-314. Right of Appeal. Any person aggrieved by a final Order of the Administrative Court may appeal the decision to the 26th Judicial District Court for the Parish of Webster. (b) Timeframe: Such appeal must be filed within thirty (30) days of the date of the Administrative Judges written Order, pursuant to La. R.S. 13:2576(G). BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held to be invalid, illegal, or unconstitutional, the remainder of this Ordinance and the application of such provision to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the ordinance are hereby repealed. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this Ordinance shall be binding and shall become effective thirty (30) days after the first publication in the official journal of the City of Minden. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that it is the intention of the City Council and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a part of the Code of Ordinances, City of Minden, Louisiana, and the sections of this ordinance may be numbered to accomplish such intention. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Council of the City of Minden on this 2nd day of February 2026, by the following vote and upon motion and second of Michael Roy and Andy Pendergrass, respectively: AYE(S): 5 NAY(S): 0 ABSENCE(S): 0 ABSTEN-TION(S): 0 Nicholas A. Cox, Mayor ATTEST: Melaney Langford, City Clerk February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MEETING The Minden Housing Authority will hold a Public Meeting on March 23, 2026, at 10:00 am, at Minden Housing Authority gym, to receive comments on the 2026 Annual PHA Plan and the 2026 Capital Fund 5-Year Action Plan Budget/2026 Annual Statement Budget. All documents are on display and available for viewing at the office of the Housing Authority, located at 1209 East Street, Minden, LA 71055, Monday through Thursday, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

ORDINANCE NO. 1166 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND ENACT THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF MINDEN, STATE OF LOUISIANA, CHAPTER 78 STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES: ARTICLE IV, REGULATING GROUND DISTURBANCE POTENTIALLY AFFECTING CITY INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITY INSTALLATION WITHIN THE CITY OF MINDEN: SECTION 78-101. PURPOSE AND INTENT, SECTION 78-102. DEFINITIONS, SECTION 78-103. PERMIT REQUIREMENTS, SECTION 78-104.- CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS AND BEST PRACTICES, SECTION 78-105. RESPONSIBILITIES, SECTION 78-106. SCHEDULING AND NOTICE REQUIREMENTS, SECTION 78-107. FUTURE UTILITY RELOCATION, SECTION 78-108. UTILITY VAULTS AND UPKEEP, AND SECTION 78-109. ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES AN ORDINANCE amending and enacting Chapter 78 Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places: Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Sections 78-101 through 78-109 for clarification as provided herein. WHEREAS, Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Section 78-101 Purpose and Intent establishes regulations and procedures for the installation of underground utilities; and WHEREAS, Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Section 78-102 Definitions defines the terms Directional Boring, Open Trenching, Potholing, Daylighting, Street Cut, Ground Disturbance, Permittee, and Right of Way; and WHEREAS, Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Section 78-103 Permit Requirements outlines the requirements of permit application, state/federal permits, review and approval, fees, updated approved plans, on-site representatives, and general liability insurance; and WHEREAS, Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Section 78-104 Construction Standards and Best Practices outlines utilities protection, environmental protection, traffic management, public notification, minimum clearance, potholing/daylighting, working hours, safety, requirements, street cuts, permittee identification, and restoration; and WHEREAS, Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Section 78-105 Responsibilities established the responsibility of the permittee to repair any damage done to City of Minden infrastructure; and WHEREAS, Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Section 78-106 Scheduling and Notice Requirements established the permittees requirement to schedule permitted activities; and WHEREAS, Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Section 78-107 Future Utility Relocation outlines relocating utility lines; and WHEREAS, Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Section 78-108 Utility Vaults and Upkeep establishes the responsibility of utility owners to upkeep, maintain, and repair utility vaults; and WHEREAS, Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Section 78-109 Enforcement and Penalties outlines inspections, non-compliance, and penalties. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Minden, Louisiana, in legal session convened, that Chapter 78 of the Minden Code of Ordinances, Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places: Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Sections 78-101 through 78-109 be amended and enacted as provided herein to read as follows, to-wit: ARTICLE IV REGULATING GROUND DISTURBANCE POTENTIALLY AFFECTING CITY INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITY INSTALLATION WITHIN THE CITY OF MINDEN Section 78-101. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this ordinance is to establish regulations and procedures for the installation of underground utilities, including pipe, wire, and cable installation within the City right-of-way, and infrastructure, as well as any ground disturbance activity potentially affecting City infrastructure within the city limits of Minden, LA including, but not limited to, directional boring techniques, open trenching, potholing, daylighting or similar practices. The ordinance seeks to ensure the safe, efficient, and organized installation of such utilities while minimizing disruption to public rights-of-way and existing infrastructure. This includes but is not limited to fiber cables, PVC, P.E., or similar utilities. Section 78-102. Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Directional Boring is defined as a method of underground utility installation that involves drilling a horizontal hole beneath the ground surface without disturbing the ground above, typically using a guided drilling rig. Open Trenching is defined as the excavation of an open, continuous trench in the ground for the installation, repair, or replacement of underground utilities, pipelines, conduits, or other facilities. The trench remains open during construction until backfilling and surface restoration are completed. Potholing is defined as the process of excavating a small, controlled test hole to visually confirm the exact horizontal and vertical location of existing underground utilities or structures prior to excavation or construction activities. Daylighting is defined as the exposure of a buried utility or underground facility to daylight by removing the overlying material (typically using vacuum excavation) to allow visual identification, inspection, or verification of its location and condition. Street Cut is defined as any excavation, trench, bore pit, core hole, or other disturbance of the surface or subsurface of a public street, alley, sidewalk, or other public right-of-way for the purpose of installing, maintaining, or repairing utilities, infrastructure, or other facilities. Ground Disturbance is defined as any activity that results in the movement, removal, or displacement of soil, rock, pavement, or other materials on or below the surface of the ground, including but not limited to digging, trenching, drilling, boring, grading, or driving of posts, poles, or anchors. Permittee is defined as any individual, company, utility provider, or other entity seeking authorization to perform any ground disturbance activity that may affect City infrastructure or installations within the City limits of Minden. The Permittee shall be the responsible party for submitting a complete permit application and for obtaining all approvals, authorizations, and permits required to conduct such work. The Permittee is also accountable for ensuring full compliance with all applicable City regulations, permit conditions, and construction standards throughout the duration of the project. Permittee remains legally responsible for all activities of its contactors or subcontractors. Right of Way is defined as the area of land typically used for public infrastructure, such as roads, sidewalks, and utility corridors, owned by the City of Minden. Section 78-103. Permit Requirements. (a) Permit Application: Prior to conducting any activities regulated herein located within the city limits, the Permittee, must submit a permit application to the City of Minden Public Works Department. The application shall include, but is not limited to, the following information: (1) Proposed project location, including streets, sidewalks, public rights-of-way, easements, or public property affected. (2) Detailed project plans, including the proposed route of the bore, depth, size, and type of utility to be installed. (3) Timeline for project completion. (4) Contact information for the Permittee, and any contractors or subcontractors involved in the Project. (5) Pole attachments are prohibited without a Pole Attachment Permit. (6) The Permittee is responsible for any private property servitudes or issues and shall indemnify and hold the City of Minden harmless from any claims arising from any claims or disputes arising from such private property servitudes or issues. (b) State/Federal Permit: Any individual, company, or entity seeking to engage in any ground disturbance or utility installation activities along state or federal lands, highways, or other roadways within the jurisdiction of the City of Minden, regardless of possessing a valid state or federal issued permit for such activities, shall also be required to obtain a separate Ground Disturbance Permit from the Public Works Department. The City Ground Disturbance Permit shall be obtained in addition to any permits or authorizations issued by relevant state agencies. The issuance of a state/federal highway permit shall not exempt the permit holder from the obligation to secure a City Ground Disturbance Permit as specified herein. Prior to commencing any ground disturbance or utility installation activities on federal land within the City of Minden, the permit holder shall be responsible for promptly notifying and conferring with the appropriate federal personnel, agencies, or departments, as required by federal regulations. The permit holder shall also provide proof of such notification to the City of Minden as part of the application process for the City Ground Disturbance Permit. The application process for the City Ground Disturbance Permit involving federal land shall include, but not be limited to, providing documentation of federal notification and coordination efforts, along with any other information deemed necessary by the City of Minden to assess the potential impact of any ground disturbance or utility installation activities on local infrastructure, traffic, and safety. (c) Any changes in the approved plans for a permit shall require a new permit. No utility or their subsidy shall hold more than five (5) permits at a time. (d) Review and Approval: The Public Works Department shall review the permit application. Prior to any approval, an in-person meeting with Public Works Department personnel by permittee shall be required. Permittee shall disclose at the meeting all contractors and subcontractors who shall be authorized to perform permitted work. Approval of the permit shall be granted upon successful review of the permit application, subject to any necessary conditions or modifications. (e) Fees: A non-refundable permit fee shall be paid at the time the of application submission, as determined by the Minden City Council. There will be a $500 fee for the permit (f) Updated Approved Plans: The Permittee shall adhere to the project plans that were approved. Any modifications or changes to the approved plans must be submitted for review to the parties who approved the initial application for approval before implementation. (g) On-Site Representative: The Public Works Department or its designated representatives may be present on-site during any ground disturbance or utility installation operations. The Public Works Department designated representative maintains the right to shut down a job in the event of emergency, any permit violation, or unforeseen infrastructure conflict at no expense to itself. (h) General Liability Insurance: The Permittee must provide proof of comprehensive general liability insurance covering and affecting said permittees business operations occupying city property. The Permittee shall notify the city of cancellation of such policies at least 30 days in advance of such cancellation. Section 78-104. Construction Standards and Best Practices. Utilities Protection: The Permittee, and any person doing work for Permittee, shall take all necessary precautions to protect any other utility, whether underground or aboveground. Environmental Protection: The Permittee shall take all necessary measures to prevent soil erosion, sedimentation, and contamination during and after the any ground disturbance or utility installation process. Proper disposal of refuse is the responsibility of the permittee. Traffic Management: The Permittee shall develop a traffic management plan to minimize disruption to vehicular and pedestrian traffic during operations. The plan shall be submitted to and approved by the Public Works Department prior to commencement of work. Public Notification: The Permittee shall provide advance notice to affected residents and businesses in the vicinity of the approved project, informing them of the nature, duration, and potential impacts of the work. The Permittee may be required to provide proof to the City of Minden that notification has gone out to affected residents. Minimum Clearance: When crossing or running along any city utility, the new utility must maintain a vertical and horizontal distance of a minimum of three (3) feet. Potholing/Daylighting: When crossing any city utility, the existing utilities must be exposed to ensure clearance and placement of new utility being bored. Working Hours: Any work under this permit can only take place on City of Minden business days during the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. (CSTCST) unless authorized by the Public Works Department. The boring head must be out of the ground at the end of the business day. Spot inspections may be performed by the Public Works Department. Safety: All boring pits, vault installation, or anything associated with the excavation activity, must be secured, to prevent injury. Requirements: Before any bore can begin the Permittee, or their representative must have a copy of the signed approved plans. Plans must also be available onsite and provided at the request of the City of Minden. The permit must be available onsite at the request of the City of Minden at any given time. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in a shutdown of the project and a $500 fine per day. Street Cuts: Any ground disturbance requiring a street cut is prohibited on any City of Minden streets without prior written authorization from the Citys Public Works Department and shall require an additional Street Cut Permit. (Ord. No. 831) Permittee Identification: Identification of permittee and all contractors and subcontractors must be provided by both visible signage on vehicles and equipment and adequate documentation onsite. The City of Minden will provide identification tags for vehicles and equipment. Restoration: Any ground disturbance within the City of Minden must be restored back to its original state and approved by the Public Works Department. An inspection must be scheduled at the end of the project with the Code Enforcement Official in order to close out the permit. Section 78-105. Responsibilities. Repairs: Any damage to City of Minden infrastructure, other entity utility, or private property must be reported to Public Works Code Enforcement Official immediately and all work shall halt until repair is made and approved by City of Minden Public Works. Any damages that are made to such infrastructure are the responsibility of the Permittee. Permittee shall, at his own expense, and at the Public Works Directors discretion have such damages repaired to the satisfaction of the owner of the damaged utility/property by competent personnel who are licensed to perform such repairs. If Permittee refuses or neglects to have repairs made, after due notification by authorized personnel of damages caused by Permittee, his employees or equipment, shall cause the Owner to have the repairs made and billed against Permittee. Section 78-106. Scheduling and Notice Requirements. Scheduling and Coordination: The Permittee must schedule any activities under the permit with the City of Minden Public Works Department. A minimum of two (2) days notice must be given. The Permittee must also provide all required notifications and information as stipulated by the regulations of the 811 Call Before You Dig program. Information can be found on the Louisiana One-Call website or by calling 811. Section 78-107. Future Utility Relocation. Notice of Relocation: The City of Minden may require, by written notice, that the owner of the utility line relocate the line at their own cost if the utility needs to be relocated due to city infrastructure projects or other justifiable reasons. Section 78-108. Utility Vaults and Upkeep. Utility Vaults: Any utility vaults required for the installation of underground utilities shall be the responsibility of the utility owner, or their subsidy. This responsibility includes the upkeep, maintenance, and repair of the utility vaults, including but not limited to, cement replacement when located within sidewalks. Section 78-109. Enforcement and Penalties. Inspections: The Public Works Department Code Enforcement Official shall conduct inspections throughout any ground disturbance or utility installation process to ensure compliance with the terms of the permit and this ordinance. Non-compliance and Penalties: Failure to obtain a permit or adhere to the provisions of this ordinance may result in penalties, fines, and/or revocation of the permit, and/or suspended from being granted a permit for a period up to 2 years. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision of this ordinance of the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held to be invalid, illegal, or unconstitutional, the remainder of this Ordinance and the application of such provision to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the ordinance are hereby repealed. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this Ordinance shall be binding and shall become effective thirty (30) days after the first publication in the official journal of the City of Minden. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that it is the intention of the City Council and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a part of the Code of Ordinances, City of Minden, Louisiana, and the sections of this ordinance may be numbered to accomplish such intention. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Council of the City of Minden on this 2nd day of February 2026, by the following vote and upon motion and second of Carlton Myles and Levon Thomas, respectively: AYE(S): 5 NAY(S): 0 ABSENCE(S): 0 ABSTEN-TION(S):0 Nicholas A. Cox, Mayor ATTEST: Melaney Langford, City Clerk February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF MINDEN, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN IN REGULAR SESSION HELD ON FEBRUARY 2, 2026 The Minden City Council met at 520 Broadway Street in Minden, Louisiana, beginning at 6:00 PM with the following members present: Mayor Nicholas A. Cox, District A Councilman Carlton Buddy Myles, District B Councilman Levon Charlie Thomas, District C Councilwoman Latasha Mitchell, District D Councilman Michael Roy, and District E Councilman Andy Pendergrass. Prayer: Levon Charlie Thomas offered the prayer. Pledge: Latasha Mitchell led the Pledge of Allegiance. Call Meeting to Order Welcome: Mayor Nick Cox welcomed everyone to the meeting. Additions to Agenda: There were no additions to the agenda. Public Comments: It is noted for the record that Mayor Cox allowed both council and public comments prior to every vote. Adoption of Minutes: Adopt Minutes of the Minden City Council Workshop Held on January 5, 2026: Andy Pendergrass moved to adopt the minutes of the Minden City Council Workshop held on January 5, 2026, as presented. The motion was duly seconded by Carlton Buddy Myles and the vote was unanimously in favor. Adopt Minutes of the Minden City Council Regular Session Held on January 5, 2026: Carlton Buddy Myles moved to adopt the minutes of the Minden City Council Regular Session held on January 5, 2026, as presented. The motion was duly seconded by Latasha Mitchell and the vote was unanimously in favor. Ordinances: Adopt Ordinance No. 1165 - An Ordinance to Establish the Minden Administrative Court Pursuant to LA R.S. 13:2575 and 13:2576: Michael Roy moved to adopt Ordinance No. 1165 - An Ordinance to Establish the Minden Administrative Court Pursuant to LA R.S. 13:2575 and 13:2576, as presented. The motion was duly seconded by Andy Pendergrass and the vote was unanimously in favor. Adopt Ordinance No. 1166 - An Ordinance to Amend and Enact the Code of Ordinances, City of Minden, State of Louisiana, Chapter 78 - Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places: Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Sections 78-101 Through 78-109: Carlton Buddy Myles moved to adopt Ordinance No. 1166 - An Ordinance to Amend and Enact the Code of Ordinances, City of Minden, State of Louisiana, Chapter 78 Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places: Article IV, Regulating Ground Disturbance Potentially Affecting City Infrastructure and Utility Installation Within the City of Minden: Sections 78-101 Through 78-109, as presented. The motion was duly seconded by Levon Charlie Thomas and the vote was unanimously in favor. Personnel: Minden Police Department New Hire - Fabian Carter-Randle: Latasha Mitchell moved to confirm Fabian Carter-Randle as a full-time police officer in the Minden Police Department, subject to passing all applicable tests. The motion was duly seconded by Michael Roy and the vote was unanimously in favor. Minden Police Department New Hire - Craig A. Crawford: Michael Roy moved to confirm Craig A. Crawford as a full-time police officer in the Minden Police Department, subject to passing all applicable tests. The motion was duly seconded by Andy Pendergrass and the vote was unanimously in favor. Reports: Budget/Financial Report for December 2025: City Clerk Melaney Langford presented the Budget/Financial Report for the month of December 2025. No motion was required. Fire Report for January 2026: Fire Chief Brian Williams presented the Fire Report for the month of January 2026. No motion was required. Police Report for December 2025: Michael Roy moved to accept the Police Report for the month of December 2025, as presented. The motion was duly seconded by Latasha Mitchell and the vote was unanimously in favor. Adjournment: Announcements and council comments were heard. The meeting was then adjourned. Nicholas A. Cox, Mayor ATTEST: Melaney Langford, City Clerk February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

WEBSTER PARISH SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES Monday, January 12, 2026 6:00 P.M. The Webster Parish School Board Regular Meeting, of the Parish of Webster, State of Louisiana, met at the Educational Service Center, 1442 Sheppard Street, Minden, Louisiana, on Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 P.M. by President Johnnye Kennon. The Prayer was led by Debbie Thomas and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Glenda Broughton. Members Present: Susan Addington, Glenda Broughton, Margaret Edens, Johnnye Kennon, Jerri M. Lee, Jerry Lott, Ronald Rhymes, Charles Strong, Debbie Thomas, and Jana Watson. Jonathan Guthrie attended virtually and Linda Kinsey was absent. Item #2. Approve Minutes from the Regular Board Meeting held on December 4, 2025. Motion to approve was made by Glenda Broughton; seconded by Susan Addington. Motion passed. Item #3. Presentation by Benji Maher of Taylor and Sons to recognize Employee of the Month recipient for the month January to Wendy King, Lunchroom Manager at North Webster Upper Elementary School. Item # 4. Recognize Mayor Nick Cox of the City of Minden to declare January 2026 as School Board Recognition Month. Item #5. Consider approval for Coordinated Funding Request; The Webster Parish Ready Start Early Childhood Network will be applying for birth thru 4-year-old seats for the 2026-2027 school year. Motion to approve was made by Jerri M. Lee; seconded by Debbie Thomas. Motion passed. Item #6. Consider approval for Gwenzetta Bradford, Principal at North Webster Jr. High School, and two teachers to attend the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, GA. on February 5-6, 2026. Total cost will be $5463.00. Funding source will be Title I Funds. Motion to approve was made by Charles Strong; seconded by Margaret Edens. Motion passed. Item #7. To consider and take action with respect to adopting an ordinance providing for the continued levy in Sales Tax District No. 6 of the Parish of Webster, State of Louisiana, of a 1/2% sales and use tax, such tax having been authorized at a special election held in the District on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Motion to approve was made by Margaret Edens; seconded by Jana Watson. Motion passed. Motion to approve Item #8 thru Item #39 in global vote was made by Debbie Thomas; Seconded by Jerri M. Lee. Motion passed. Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund Item #8. Consider approval for Lakeside Jr/Sr High School to purchase a portable sink hand wash station from Amazon. Total cost will be $1149.00. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. Item #9. Consider approval for Lakeside Jr/Sr High School to purchase 10 new helmets for the football team from BSN Sports. Total cost will be $4120.68. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. Item #10. Consider approval for Lakeside Jr/Sr High School to purchase an under counter ice maker for the teachers lounge from Hodges Services, LLC. Total cost will be $4412.62. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. Item #11. Consider approval for Lakeside Jr/Sr High School to purchase 3 metal shelving units from Amazon. Total cost will be $661.47. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. Item #12. Consider approval for Lakeside Jr/Sr High School to purchase 32 storage bins from Amazon. Total cost will be $663.96. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. Item #13. Consider approval for Lakeside Jr/Sr High School to purchase 4 clamp-on desk dividers form Amazon. Total cost will be $279.96. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. Item #14. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice WB05909 from Bayou Kubota for $452.93 for servicing a Kubota RTV520-H for Lakeside Jr/Sr High School. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. Item #15. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice WB05908 from Bayou Kubota for $452.93 for servicing a Kubota RTV520-H for Central Elementary School. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. Item #16. Consider approval for Gnarly Brothers Construction, Inc. to install gutters and downspouts on the baseball and softball bleachers and replace lights in the in the boys batting cages at Lakeside Jr/Sr High School. Total cost will be $16,562.00. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. Item #17. Consider approval for Central Elementary School to have Homeland Security Systems reactivate four cameras that were removed during an upgrade and add a camera to the Special Education Resource Room. Total cost will be $1742.45. Funding source is Consolidated District 3 Maintenance Fund. District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund Item #18. Consider approval to ratify payment for CW&W Contractors, Inc. to tear out and haul off an abandoned catch basin that was found while laying new pipe at Webster Jr. High School. Total cost will be $2500.00 Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item #19. Consider approval for J.L. Jones Elementary School to have The Tree Guys, LLC grind 2 stumps in front of the school. Total cost will be $500.00. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item #20. Consider approval for J.L. Jones Elementary School to purchase an ice machine from Hodges Services, LLC. Total cost is $6550.50. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item # 21. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice WB05907 from Bayou Kubota for $452.93 for servicing a Kubota RTV520-H for Phillips Elementary School. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item # 22. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice WB05906 from Bayou Kubota for $452.93 for servicing a Kubota RTV520-H for Jones Elementary School. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item # 23. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice #11517 from Homeland Safety Systems for $1154.91 at J.L. Jones Elementary School for repairing cameras that were broken. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item # 24. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice #1-136829642693 from Johnson Controls for $9922.14 at Minden High School for replacement of all bearings on both chilled water pumps and the hot water pump. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item #25. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice #1-136830283959 from Johnson Controls for $533.48 at Minden High School for repairing the upstairs D wing air handler leaking water. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item # 26. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice #1-136818968935 from Johnson Controls for $987.19 at Minden High School for repairing multiple boiler issues on site. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item #27. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice #1-13818969055 from Johnson Controls for $1180.24 at Minden High School for repairing building D choir room heat. Building A was also not working. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item #28. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice #1-13819565443 from Johnson Controls for $2486.48 at Minden High School for repairing the flame sensor on the boiler in the kitchen area. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item #29. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice #1-136871268818 from Johnson Controls for $1248.64 at Minden High School for repairing the heat in classroom 200A. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item #30. Consider approval for Mechanical Cooling Services to replace an air-conditioner on the roof at J.A. Phillips Elementary School. Total cost will be $16,160.00. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item # 31. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice #22914 from Minden Fire & Safety Systems LLC. for $879.97 at J.A. Phillips Elementary School for recharging a unit. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item # 32. Consider approval for J.A. Phillips Elementary School to have Superior Graphix.Net to update the graphics on their LED sign. Total cost will be $391.80. Funding source is District 6 12 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Item # 33. Consider approval for Minden High School to have Snyder Floor Covering replace the carpet in the library and Strong Hall. Total cost will be $31,935.00. Funding source is District 612 Cent Sales Tax Fund. Doyline Maintenance Fund Item #34. Consider approval Doyline High School to have Innovative Lawn Works to treat and overseed the baseball and softball fields. Total cost will be $8000.00. Funding source is Doyline Maintenance Fund. Item #35. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice WB05910 from Bayou Kubota for $452.93 for servicing a Kubota RTV520-H at Doyline High School. Funding source is Doyline Maintenance Fund. Sarepta Maintenance Fund Item # 36. Consider approval for North Webster Jr. High School to purchase an air conditioning unit with electric heat from Southern Pipe & Supply. Total cost will be $805.99. Funding source is Sarepta Maintenance Fund. Springhill Maintenance Fund Item # 37. Consider approval for Brown Upper Elementary to purchase and install a new sound system with microphones and speakers from Sound Minds, LLC. Total cost will be $10,662.14. Funding source is Springhill Maintenance Fund. Item #38. Consider approval to ratify for payment Invoice WB05911 from Bayou Kubota for $452.93 for servicing a Kubota RTV520-H for Brown Upper Elementary. Funding source is Springhill Maintenance Fund. Item #39. Consider approval for Brown Upper Elementary School to have Gemco Building Systems build a 12 X 28 storage building to be used at the school. Total cost will be $13,996.00. Funding source is Springhill Maintenance Fund. Item #40. FYI Item #41. Personnel Report Dr. Wilson stated that her department will be going out to the colleges recruiting new teachers and talked about the success of Reach University. Item # 42. School Community Liaison Report Mrs. Hullaby told the board about a successful clean up at Browning Elementary School over the weekend due to plumbing issues. Mr. Rowland commended the team of employees that volunteered to work over the weekend so students could return to a clean school. Item # 43. Superintendents Report Item #44. Announcement Mr. Rowland announced that a Winter Retreat for board members will be held on January 30, 2026. Sales Tax for the month of November 2025 July 2025 October 2025 Monthly Financial Reports Meeting Adjourned: 6:22 P.M. Next Board Meeting: Regular Board Meeting February 2, 2026 The meeting was open to the public as required by law. BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDENT JOHNNY R. ROWLAND, JR., SECRETARY February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald Announcement of Public Meeting Notice is hereby given that at its meeting to be held on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at its regular meeting place, the Parish School Board Office, 1442 Sheppard Street, Minden, Louisiana, the Webster Parish School Board - Educational Facilities Improvement District (the District) plans to consider adopting a resolution ordering and calling an election to be held in the District to authorize the levy of a sales and use tax therein. February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES The Webster Parish Convention & Visitors Commission (Visit Webster Parish) is requesting proposals from qualified professional photographers to provide tourism and event photography services for the development of a parish-wide stock image library. The full RFP document may be obtained by emailing director@visitwebster.net. Proposal Deadline: February 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM CST Proposals must be submitted electronically to: Amie Poladian, Executive Director director@visitwebster.net The Commission reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to select the proposal(s) that provide the best overall value to the public. February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

SHERIFFS SALE LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC VS. MICHAEL JOE LANGLEY AKA MICHAEL J LANGLEY AKA MICHAEL LANGLEY In the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, No. 82540. By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, in the above styled and numbered suit and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction to the last and highest bidder for cash WITHOUT the benefit of appraisement and according to law at the principle front door of the Courthouse in the City of Minden, Webster Parish, Louisiana, on WEDNESDAY, March 18, 2026, During the legal sale hours, the following property, to wit: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 13, and 14, Block J, Cypress Isle Subdivision, Unit No. 4, a subdivision of Webster Parish, Louisiana, as per plat thereof filed in Map Book 3, Page 37, Records of Webster Parish, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, having a municipal address. of 375 Bossier Street, Heflin, Louisiana 71039. Together with all the buildings and improvements thereon including one (1) certain 2021 Souther Energy manufactured home bearing manufacturer Serial number: SFW022-286TXA/B, which manufactured home was immobilized pursuant to L RS. 91149.4 Affidavit to Immobilize Manufactured Home recorded in the Parish of Webster, Louisiana, as Instrument Number: 595009. SOLD SUBJECT TO ANY SUPERIOR LIENS, MORTGAGES OR PRIVILEGES THERETO. Said property seized is that of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy a judgment rendered in our Honorable Court. Publication Dates: February 11, 2026 March 11, 2026 JASON R. PARKER Sheriff & Ex-Officio Auctioneer Webster Parish, Louisiana Pam Brantley - Deputy February 11, 2026 March 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

North Webster Parish Industrial District (NWPID) Board of Directors (BOD) Thursday, January 29, 2026 5:30 PM 117 Loading Dock Drive, Springhill, LA 71075 Present: Lane Hedrick, Randy Sexton, Jeff Harper, Heath Harvey, Chad Evans and Chillon Caraway Others: Lisa Duggan (Staff) and Jason Wade (Attorney) Absent: Mike Dunaway (Water Superintendent) Guests: Kristine Cole & Brad Graff Lane Hedrick, Chairman, called the meeting to order; Chillon Caraway led the Pledge of Allegiance and Chad Evans offered the invocation. Public Comment: None Approval of Audit: Kristine Cole from Wise, Martin & Cole, LLC presented the 6.30.25 audit to the Board of Directors. Randy Sexton made a motion to approve the June 30, 2025, audit; second made by Jeff Harper. Motion carried unanimously. Approval of Minutes: Chad Evans made a motion to approve the minutes as presented for the meeting held on December 15, 2025; second made by Chillon Caraway. Motion carried unanimously. Claims Docket (Bills Payable): Randy Sexton made a motion to approve the January claims docket totaling $93,021.50; second made by Heath Harvey. Motion carried unanimously. December Financial Report: Jeff Harper made a motion to approve the December Financial statements consisting of the Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss current period and year to date; plus, review of the monthly budget for the same periods; second made by Chillon Caraway. Motion carried unanimously. Old Business: Stericycle Update: Brad Graff updated the Board on the latest with Stericycle. Jeff Harper made a motion for the approval of Lane Hedrick to sign a letter that will be drafted by Brad Graff and to send the letter to LDEQ outlining the issued discussed; second made by Chad Evans. Motion carried unanimously. Closed Loop Update: The Board discussed options on how to handle the fact that Closed Loop still has not paid NWPID for their portion of the Sheriffs sale of the crossties. Attorney Jason Wade is going to prepare some options dealing with our lessors privilege for the board to consider at the February meeting. Integrico Bid Update for Two Walk Thru Doors: Chad Evans made a motion to approve Blocker 2.0 to replace 2 metal doors at the Integrico Building for $5,854; second made by Heath Harvey. Motion carried unanimously. New Business: Integrico Building Insurance: Chad Evans made a motion to keep the insurance coverage at the Integrico Building at nine million dollars; second made by Jeff Harper. Motion carried unanimously. This concluded the meeting. Heath Harvey made a motion to adjourn the meeting; second made by Chad Evans. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully Submitted by: Lisa Duggan, District Manager Approved by: Randy Sexton, Secretary February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

SHERIFFS SALE NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC VS. JOHN CECIL RAY BALDWIN In the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, No. 82516. By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, in the above styled and numbered suit and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction to the last and highest bidder for cash WITH the benefit of appraisement and according to law at the principle front door of the Courthouse in the City of Minden, Webster Parish, Louisiana, on WEDNESDAY, March 18, 2026, During the legal sale hours, the following property, to wit: Begin at the Northeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NE/4 of SE/4) Section 26, Township 19 North, Range 9 West, Webster Parish, Louisiana, thence run North 88 degrees 41 minutes West 165 feet, thence run South 26 degrees 39 seconds West 1,564 feet to the North right-of-way line of U.S. Highway No. 80; thence run South 81 degrees 11 minutes East 218.2 feet to the point of beginning of the property herein described: Thence run North 03 degrees 43 minutes East 183.4 feet; thence run South 87 degrees 26 minutes East 120.05 feet; thence run North 81 degrees 11 minutes West 120 feet to the point of beginning of the property herein described, together with all buildings and improvements thereon and all rights thereunto appertaining. (Assessment #105804). Having a municipal address of 15140 Highway 80, Minden, LA 71055. SOLD SUBJECT TO ANY SUPERIOR LIENS, MORTGAGES OR PRIVILEGES THERETO, Said property seized is that of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy a judgment rendered in our Honorable Court. Publication Dates: February 11, 2026 March 11, 2026 JASON R. PARKER Sheriff & Ex-Officio Auctioneer Webster Parish, Louisiana Pam Brantley - Deputy February 11, 2026 March 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

SHERIFFS SALE 21ST MORTGAGE CORPORATION VS. ROLAND ALFRED BOUDREAU In the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, No. 82613, By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, in the above styled and numbered suit and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction to the last and highest bidder for cash WITHOUT the benefit of appraisement and according to law at the principle front door of the Courthouse in the City of Minden, Webster Parish, Louisiana, on WEDNESDAY, February 25, 2026, During the legal sale hours, the following property, to wit: 2000 Palm Harbor 16 x 76 mobile home bearing serial number PH227839 SOLD SUBJECT TO ANY SUPERIOR LIENS, MORTGAGES OR PRIVILEGES THERETO. Said property seized is that of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy a judgment rendered in our Honorable Court. Publication Dates: February 11, 2026 JASON R. PARKER Sheriff & Ex-Officio Auctioneer Webster Parish, Louisiana Pam Brantley - Deputy February 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald

SHERIFFS SALE US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION VS. DEBORAH MARGARET FARMER MURPHY (A/K/A DEBORAH MARGARET FARMER, DEBORAH MARGARET MURPHY, DEBORAH FARMER MURPHY) AND LARRY MURPHY (A/K/A LARRY STEVENS MURPHY) In the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, No. CV81814. By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Twenty-Sixth Judicial District Court of Webster Parish, Louisiana, in the above styled and numbered suit and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at public auction to the last and highest bidder for cash WITH the benefit of appraisement and according to law at the principle front door of the Courthouse in the City of Minden, Webster Parish, Louisiana, on WEDNESDAY, March 18, 2026, During the legal sale hours, the following property, to wit: A 1.36 acre, more or less, tract of land located in the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, (SW/4 OF NW/4), in Section 18, Township 22 North, Range 10 West, also located in the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, (SE/4 of NE/4), in Section 13, Township 22 North, Range 11 West, Webster Parish, Louisiana, more particularly described as follows: Begin at a found iron pin located at the Southwest Corner of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 18 and run North 20 feet to a point; thence run South 87 degrees East 742.5 feet to a found nail; thence run North 353 feet to a found iron pipe; thence run West 420 feet to a found iron rod for the Point of Beginning, thence run South 29 degrees 30 minutes West 68 feet to a found iron rod; thence run South 13 degrees 15 minutes West 144 feet to a found iron rod; thence run West 124.8 feet to a found iron rod, thence run North 40 feet to a found iron rod; thence run North 80 degrees West 178.5 feet to a found iron rod located on the East Right of Way line of the Sarepta/Shongaloo Road; thence run North 32 degrees 07 minutes 24 seconds East 57.15 feet along said Right of Way line to a set 5/8 iron rod; thence run North 39 degrees 18 minutes 35 seconds East 121.59 feet along said Right of Way line to a set 5/8 iron rod; thence run North 41 degrees 06 minutes 31 seconds East 108.73 feet along said Right of Way line to a set 5/8 iron rod also located on the South Right of Way line of Matthews Road; thence run South 46 degrees 47 minutes 09 seconds East 58.40 feet along said Right of Way line to a set 5/8 iron rod; thence run South 53 degrees 09 minutes 23 seconds East 48.20 feet along Right of Way line to a set 5/8 iron rod; thence run South 68 degrees 47 minutes 01 seconds East 50.33 feet along said Right of Way line to a set 5/8 iron rod; thence run South 81 degrees 31 minutes 48 seconds East 60.75 feet along said Right of Way line to the Point of Beginning. Which has the address of 6098 Highway 2, Sarepta, LA 71071 SOLD SUBJECT TO ANY SUPERIOR LIENS, MORTGAGES OR PRIVILEGES THERETO. Said property seized is that of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy a judgment rendered in our Honorable Court. Publication Dates: February 11, 2026 March 11, 2026 JASON R. PARKER Sheriff & Ex-Officio Auctioneer Webster Parish, Louisiana Pam Brantley - Deputy February 11, 2026 March 11, 2026 Minden Press-Herald