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Scott Jordan seeks change of venue in his trial for murder of Donna Arceneaux

Wed,03/11/26-12:53PM, 6,675 Reads
The man charged with the 2017 murder of Donna Arceneaux wants his trial moved away from Franklinton.
Scott Jordan was charged in December 2025 with the murder. His trial was initially set to start on April 6 in the Washington Parish Courthouse.
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Brian “BJ” Dykes, center, with Coach Clay Tageant and the FHS Baseball Team. Standing next to Brian are his sons, Brian Jr. and Jersey.

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Former FHS Demon Brian Dykes throws out first pitch in Sumner game

Thu,03/05/26-12:36PM, 3,766 Reads
Former Demon #3 Brian "BJ" Dykes threw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the FHS vs Sumner game on Friday, February 27.
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Storm damage at the home of Robert and Beverly Jones near the intersection of Highway 16 and Highway 1072 in Franklinton. (See additional photo by clicking arrow.)

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Tornadoes and high winds caused damage in parish, Pine High struck by lightning

Thu,03/12/26-12:02PM, 3,203 Reads
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Washington Parish officials are evaluating damage that occurred in the parish last night (Wednesday night) as a result of multiple apparent tornadoes that touched down.
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Basketball All-District selections and football coaching changes

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Thu,03/05/26-12:42PM, 3,142 Reads
The basketball coaches of district 7-4A have released the All District basketball team for the 2025-26 season. Franklinton's Demarcus Magee, a senior, was named to the First Team. Senior Luke Bourgeois and junior Jayden Burkhalter were named to the Honorable Mention.
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Scott Jordan seeks change of venue in his trial for murder of Donna Arceneaux

Former FHS Demon Brian Dykes throws out first pitch in Sumner game

Tornadoes and high winds caused damage in parish, Pine High struck by lightning

Basketball All-District selections and football coaching changes

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