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DCS fifth grader in running for LA student of the year

Sierra Lester of Delhi Charter School is a regional finalist for fifth grade student of the year competition held by the Louisiana Department of Education.

The LDE has released the names of 21 students selected as regional finalists in the state’s annual Students of the Year competition. The 21 students selected include one fifth, eigiht and twleftth grader from each of the state’s seven regions and represent public and non-public elementary, middle and high schools across Louisiana. 

Two-vehicle crash leads to fatality

Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop F began investigating a two-vehicle fatality crash which claimed the life of a Winnsboro man just after 7:30 a.m. March 4 on LA Hwy 17, just south of Epps. 

The initial investigation by State Police revealed the crash occurred as a 2019 Dodge Charger, driven by 24-year-old Ryan Lee, was traveling southbound on LA Hwy 17.  For reasons still under investigation, the Charger crossed the center line into the path of a northbound 2017 Kenworth commercial truck.  This action resulted in the collision between the two vehicles.       

Mack Lancaster

Mack Lancaster

Lancaster to retire as Fifth District Attorney

Fifth District Attorney John M. (Mack) Lancaster announced that he will not seek re-election this year and that he intends to retire early from office on March 31.

Lancaster served as assistant district attorney in West Carroll Parish for over 27 years and has served as district attorney for Franklin, Richland and West Carroll Parishes since March 2011.

In announcing his retirement,· Lancaster said that serving the public as district attorney and assistant district attorney has been a rewarding and fulfilling experience. 

Home invasion ends in attempted murder

The Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office and Rayville Police Department responded to a 9-1-1 call Feb. 26 at 5 Cherry St., Rayville, in reference to an assault.

Upon arrival, Richland Parish Sheriff Gary Gilley said deputies learned William “Chucky” Johnson, 52, had allegedly kicked in the door of his ex-wife’s home while armed with a knife.  Once inside, Johnson is said to have attacked his ex-wife with the knife.  Another occupant of the house intervened and was stabbed several times, requiring medical attention at a local hospital.  

Black history celebration

Delhi Mayor Jesse Washington, center, congratulates medical professionals honored during the town’s Black History celebration.

Delhi recognizes medical professionals, Black history

The Town of Delhi Special Events Committee would like to thank everyone who came out and supported the Black History celebration banquet and the presentation of the 2020 Royal Court. 

This year’s theme was “Pioneers in Medicine” honoring African American’s in the medical profession from Delhi and surrounding areas.  

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