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On Thu, 09/03/2020 - 12:37 PM

After communicating with Washington Parish President Richard N. Thomas, Jr. and State Representative Malinda White, several drop off locations have been identified to allow Washington Parish to come to the aid of our neighbors in Southwest Louisiana who have been impacted by Hurricane Laura.

Former Bogalusa Chamber director indicted for theft

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On Fri, 07/24/2020 - 12:40 PM

District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Marilyn G. Bateman, 77, of Bogalusa, Tuesday (July 21) on a charge of theft over $25,000.

C. Corkern Road resident arrested for various offenses

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On Wed, 07/22/2020 - 06:07 PM

After her arrest by the Bogalusa Police Department for driving while intoxicated, 35 year old Lesley Christa Johnson, a resident of C. Corkern Road near Franklinton, was found to be in possession of illegal drugs when she was booked into the Washington Parish Jail. She was arrested again on July 20 by the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Another arrest in Franklinton arson case

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On Tue, 07/21/2020 - 06:31 PM

On June 3, 2020, the Franklinton Police Department responded to an aggravated arson at a residence on Bene Street.

Louisiana frontline workers can apply for $250 rebate starting Wednesday

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On Tue, 07/14/2020 - 12:34 PM

Eligible Louisiana residents can begin applying this Wednesday for $250 rebates related to essential work performed during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Funds are limited --- apply soon.

Heavy rainfall in parish resulted in flooded roads

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On Sun, 05/12/2019 - 08:59 AM

Heavy rainfall late last week and into the weekend resulted in numerous Washington Parish roads being closed due to high water.

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