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House Advances QR Code Replacing Inspection Stickers

Louisiana lawmakers took the first step toward eliminating the state’s vehicle inspection sticker program during a House Transportation Committee meeting . . .

Profile 2026: Rachel Johnson

At the Madison Parish Library, Rachel Johnson helps keep daily operations running while also supporting programs that serve residents across . . .

A nation of laws not of men

Why is a multistory photo of Donald John Trump hanging from the rafters of the Justice Department? The Founder John . . .

House Passes Bill Fining Parents for School Threats

The House advanced a bill Monday that would hold parents liable for fines of up to $5,000 for threats called . . .

Teacher Shield Act Advances to Protect Educators From Student Attacks

A House bill aimed at protecting teachers from student attacks is gaining traction after advancing through a committee without opposition . . .

Rachel Johnson keeps the Madison Parish Library running and says that there are many resources and events at the library for everyone in the community.

Former public school teacher Nikita Clark, right in photo, said she was forced to retire after being injured by a student in her classroom. She spoke in favor of a bill to protect teachers by Rep. Candace Newell, left.
Sheridan White/LSU Manship School News Service

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Chief Says Tallulah Officer Acted Within Duties During Arrest
By TIMOTHY HOLDINESS - Publisher/Editor
Fri,04/03/26-1:04PM , 5,917 Reads
A Tallulah police officer acted within the scope of his duties during an arrest at Madison Apartments on March 31, Police Chief Buster McCoy said.

McCoy said Officer Ray’vion Gamble legally detained LaDavia Jackson, 25, at the apartment complex. Jackson damaged a vehicle and was then advised she was under arrest, McCoy said.
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Three Suspects Arrested After Mississippi-to-Louisiana Interstate Pursuit
By TIMOTHY HOLDINESS - Publisher/Editor
Tue,03/31/26-7:57PM , 2,255 Reads
Three suspects were taken into custody after a pursuit that began in Warren County, Mississippi and ended in Madison Parish, Louisiana, according to the Madison Parish Sheriff’s Office.
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Madison Parish Arrest Reports
By JOURNAL STAFF - Madison Journal
Thu,04/02/26-3:53PM , 1,900 Reads
SHERIFF’S REPORTS

Corey Hall Rayville, LA DOB 12/8/84 Probation Violation

Melvin Fillingane, Jr. Delhi, LA DOB 7/15/56 Simple Criminal Damage to Property
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From left, Principal Perry Revels, Sean Archer and Athletic Director John Holmes following Archer’s appointment as Madison High School’s head football coach. Photo by Timothy Holdiness

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Madison High Names Sean Archer Head Football Coach
By TIMOTHY HOLDINESS - Publisher/Editor
Wed,04/01/26-9:44AM , 1,284 Reads
Madison High School has named Sean Archer as its new head football coach, Principal Perry Revels announced.

Athletic Director John Holmes said the selection followed an internal hiring process due to a district hiring freeze. Two applicants from within the district applied for the position before Archer was chosen.
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