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General Trass High School celebrated its 2024 Commencement Exercises on Friday, May 10, at 6 p.m. Smiles lit the faces of 51 graduating members of General Trass High School’s Class of 2024, as they entered the high school auditorium to the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance”. Family and friends eagerly awaited on their feet as the seniors marched in precision to their appointed seats. “Nothing in Life Is Impossible as Long as You Take That First Step” was the captivating motto for the class of 2024.

Briarfield Academy held their graduation ceremony last Friday, May 10, at 2:00 pm on the school’s front lawn. Head of School Lisa Walters announced that the sixteen graduates had been awarded and accepted approximately $500,000 in scholarship money. The following are each student’s plans for after graduation.

Emmy Lee Greer and James Thomas Fortenberry were wed March 23, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Rayville. Jeff Thomas officiated. The bride received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from University of Louisiana at Monroe, and is currently employed by SFMC P&S Surgery and Heart Center as a Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse. The groom received his Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness from Louisiana State University, and is a Salesman at Nutrient Ag Solutions in Lake Providence.

Four juniors and 17 seniors at General Trass High School were honored for their high academic achievement at The National Honor Society Induction Ceremony, which was held on April 11 in the school's auditorium. The ceremony was open to the district, faculty, staff, students, family and friends.

The public is invited to come and support local students who are vying for scholarships to be awarded by the John H. Scott Memorial Fund on Saturday, May 4. The program will be 10 a.m. to noon at the Tallulah-Madison Community Center, 800 N. Beech Street, Tallulah, La. Since 1982, the first Saturday in May has been a special day for northeast Louisiana college-bound high school seniors to be honored with awards in honor of Rev. John H. Scott, a long-time civil rights leader in northeast Louisiana.

February 12 was a long-awaited day in Lake Providence – Chino Express, the first of two restaurants under the same group, long under construction, opened its doors. The line snaked out the door for the first two weeks, and while traffic has slowed, manager Octavio Gonzalez said they’ve been pleased with the community response.

A black bear hunting season will be up for final consideration next week during the April meeting of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Commission. The commission held public hearings during January this year and received written comments, all to gauge support for legalizing back bear hunting in the state, but only in an area called Area 4, which includes East Carroll Parish.

The East Carroll Parish Library will join bibliophiles, educators, and communities across the nation to celebrate the sanctuaries of wisdom and imagination during National Library Month. This annual observance, dedicated to honoring the pivotal role of libraries in our society, offers a platform to recognize the enduring significance and transformative power libraries hold.

In an era marked by digital connections and virtual interactions, the importance of fostering real-world communities cannot be overstated. Physical activity groups have emerged as powerful tools for creating togetherness, establishing accountability partnerships, and promoting improved mental health within communities. This article explores the various ways in which these groups can bring people together, the benefits of accountability partnerships, and the positive impact on mental well-being.

As February unfolds, hearts beat a little faster in anticipation of two significantevents:Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14 and National Floral Design Day on Feb. 28. These occasions not only mark the celebration of love but also honor the artistry and beauty of flowers.