Author: Minden Press-Herald
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Group rallys in support of slain men
Despite the cold and drizzly weather Saturday, several people gathered in front of the Minden Civic Center to show their support for the families of Michael Brown and Eric Garner. The Minden branch of the NAACP hosted a “justice” rally in support of the families as well as other black men who have lost their…
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Bobby Gene Ingram, Sr.
Graveside services for Bobby Gene Ingram Sr. was held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015, at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery in Gibsland, under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Minden, with the Rev. Jim Crain officiating. The family received friends from 11 a.m. until noon Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015, at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in…
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Betty Rose Watts
Funeral services for Betty Rose Watts were held at 10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 5, 2015, at First United Methodist Church in Minden with the Rev. Leon Boggs and the Rev. Brian Mercer officiating. Interment followed at Minden Cemetery in Minden under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Minden. The family received friends from 5…
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Two Minden churches once divided now united
Two churches that split over differences of direction years ago are now coming together again under one name and moving in one direction. First Assembly of God and Sheppard Heights Assembly of God have merged following a unanimous vote by both church congregations. The Rev. Russell Snider, pastor of First Assembly of God, said two…
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Wallingsford & Garrett engaged to marry
Kali Wallingsford and Jamie Garrett are proud to announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Kali is the daughter of Zona Franklin of Dubberly and James and Miki Wallingsford of Haughton. She is the granddaughter of Huey and Dot Vining of Dubberly, Betty Smith of Bossier City and Tim and Pat Smith of Haughton. She is…
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M6 propellant removal, Minden mayoral race top stories of the year
Today, the Press-Herald is publishing the top 10 stories from Webster Parish for 2014, as chosen by the staff. 1. Disposal of M6 propellant at Camp Minden The saga continues of the Army’s efforts to rid Camp Minden of more than 15 million pounds of illegally stored propellant left behind by now-defunct Explo Systems Inc.…
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Three Webster men charged with burglary
A burglary that netted thieves a large number of tools and ammunition from a rural shop building has apparently been solved with the arrest of a trio of Webster Parish men. Sheriff Gary Sexton said 26-year-old Christopher Brandon Boyd, 23-year-old Cody Alan Weeks and 20-year-old Andrew Karl Matthies were taken into custody Dec. 23 and…
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Lovie L. Samuels
Sister Lovie L. Samuels was born Jan. 8, 1923, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Davison and Dezera Lewis in Minden. She accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and was a dedicated member of Blue Run Baptist Church until her health failed. She was united in holy matrimony to Siah Samuels, who preceded her in…
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Webster Arrest Report: December 31
City and parish law enforcement officers made the following arrests for the period Dec. 23 through Dec. 28. Joseph Lewis, 37, of the 500 block of Crichton Street, Minden, simple robbery, on warrant. Carl Greer, 53, a resident of the 2300 block of Jack Martin Road, Minden, public drunkenness. Jedrick Howard, Jr., who lives in…
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Minden Medical Center welcomes Dr. Denise A. Webb
A new local physician, Denise A. Webb focuses on the individual health needs of her patients and empowers them to play an active role in their healthcare. It’s definitely a team effort, but she plans to encourage her patients to recognize the importance of their well-being and preventive care. Dr. Webb chose to become part…