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John Delmer Stevens, 88

John Delmer Stevens, age 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Baton Rouge on Tuesday morning July 7, 2026 . . .

Liberty Tree dedicated at Our veterans memorial park

The Washington Parish Liberty Tree dedication was held last Wednesday at Our Veterans Memorial Park off of Highway 10 at . . .

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George Earl Bullock, 76

George Earl Bullock, 76, a resident of the Stoney Point Community passed away Thursday evening July 2, 2026 at his . . .

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Diane Smith Reviere, 71

Diane Smith Reviere, 71, a resident of Franklinton passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Fair City Rehab in . . .

Doesn't anyone take time to vote?

Remember the 1970 song by Chicago: “Does anybody really know what time it is, does anybody really care?” Louisiana held . . .

A small but enthusiastic crowd braved the heat to attend the dedication and admire the Liberty Tree last Wednesday morning at Our Veterans Memorial Park. (Additional photos are in the July 8 printed edition of The Era-Leader.)

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Mount Hermon Community News
By HOLLY GILL SANDERS
Thu,07/02/26-5:31PM , 257 Reads
As we officially step into the vibrant days of July, it's hard to believe we're already halfway through another year! The first day of school less is than six weeks away!
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Angie Varnado Community News
By GWENDOLYN PIGOTT
Thu,07/02/26-5:29PM , 195 Reads
*Happy 4th of July everyone! I hope you all enjoy the numerous holiday festivities, in a safe manner. Stay hydrated and be intentionally kind to one another,as we never know what someone may be going through. #LetLoveAbound
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Enon Community News
By KAREN THIGPEN
Thu,07/02/26-5:28PM , 203 Reads
Early Happy 4th of July! Happy 250th Birthday to America! I was not quite 1 year old for America’s 200th birthday, so I feel like this is an important one. Not sure what we will do for the day, maybe have family come over for snacks, burgers, and hot dogs, we shall see. I hope you all have a safe weekend!
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Pine Community News
By LERAND HUNT
Thu,07/02/26-5:27PM , 179 Reads
Hello again everyone. Summer time is here..!! How about them high temps. We've been having? I suppose it's time for some Hot weather. It's the kind of weather that many wished they had a swimming pool to jump in. Well at least the rain has stopped for now. Can you believe we are finished with the month of June?
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