Week 3 of Feliciana football highlights strengths
BY RICHARD MEEK
Contributing writer
East Feliciana downs Albany
Makyle Cannon rushed for 105 yards on 10 carries and one touchdown and also caught a touchdown pass to lead East Feliciana to a 47-26 victory over Albany on Friday East Feliciana’s quarterbacks combined to throw for three touchdowns and 295 yards, completing 10 of 19 attempts.
“We played well in the first half,” East Feliciana coach Darius Matthews said. “We had too many mental mistakes and penalties in the second half.”
The Tigers are 2-1 as they prepare to open District 8-2A play Thursday hosting Episcopal.
“We have to be sound on offense and defense and not have turnovers,” Matthews said “We have to be able to score and eliminate mistakes.”
Slaughter remains unbeaten Slaughter pitched its third consecutive shutout to start the season in a 52-0 blanking of LaGrange on Thursday night Slaughter has won its first three games, all non-district, by a combined 157-0.
Slaughter’s starters have not played past the middle of the third quarter in any of the Knights’ first three games. Quarterbacks Carson Baxter and Ty Ford each threw for one touchdown and Baxter also added a score with his legs.
Running back NaDorian Johnson scored on a rushing touchdown for the Knights, who host Capitol on Friday in the District 8-2A opener as well as homecoming game.
“Our defense played great, forcing five turnovers, only allowing 54 yards,” coach Patrick Clarkston said. “Our offense continued to show how explosive and effective they can be.
Safety Thomas Carter returned an interception 63 yards for one touchdown and also caught a 29-yar scoring pass. Against Capitol, Clarkston is
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NOT JUST BOOKS (but
also, books)
underway for sidewalks at library.
Audubon library facilities and services continue to grow
BY MELINDA RAWLS HOWELL Contributing writer
There’s lots happening — new and ongoing — in the Audubon Regional Library system as it continues to serve East Feliciana and St. Helena parishes.
Clinton branch construction
Construction at the Clinton branch is moving along said Trevor Collings, director for the Audubon Regional Library
The evidence can be seen outside as it is evolving. Foundation pads, some sidewalks, a driveway and some of the parking lot are done with new work completed almost daily. Workers said they are being careful to leave paths of access into the library as they complete each step in the construction project.
The foundation pads are for the covered areas and will include seating, Collings said. When completed, the additions/improvements in Clinton will include playground equipment, benches, sidewalks, an area suitable for group activities and a grassy play area along with the new and improved parking lot.
Outreach coordinator hired
Collings also announced the system has now hired Terry Taylor as outreach coordinator Taylor will be planning more events beginning this fall and working with other public and private organizations and institutions including the Head Start programs and the Councils on Aging in the parishes to better serve residents, Collings said.
Hotspots available
Another new service/feature being provided by the library, Collings said, is that
Entergy tree-trimming coming to
Library Director Trevor Collings shows one of the hotspots which will be available to check out by library patrons. Taylor
PHOTOS BY MELINDA RAWLS HOWELL Dirt work is
PHOTO BY DAVID THOMAS JR.
East Feliciana defensive back coach and former Tiger great Danny Johnson receives communication from the press box and coaches up his defensive backs.
all the branches will now offer hotspots which are used to access Wi-Fi. Patrons may check out the devices and there will be six available at both the Jackson and Clinton branches in East Feliciana Parish and ten at the Greensburg branch for St. Helena Parish They were acquired through a company that works with non profits and the library will pay only for the service contract, he said. Seed library
Another new feature, a seed library, can be found at two of the branches, Clinton and Greensburg. Seeds can be taken or donated and may include heritage seeds, organic and hybrid. More information about seed exchange is available at the two branches and in East Feliciana Parish from Jessie Hoover, horticulture agent, at the LSU AgCenter in Clinton Books for Boots
All Audubon branches are participating in the collection of items for the Books for Boots program. Patrons may have noticed boxes with the logo at each branch. The nonprofit organization’s mission statement says it provides “new and gently used books, movies, music CDs, puzzles and craft items to all members of our military from injured recruits at basic training to veterans.”
Useful guidelines are available at the library They specify things like the physical condition desired and also restrictions on donations like movie ratings and content
Listed as popular book items are: fiction novels; nonfiction; true crime novels; military history; Civil War books; WWI and WWII books; Holocaust books; learning language books (German, Spanish Russian, Icelandic, Greek); art books; and history books (American, ancient).
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in St. Francisville
Children’s books are also used in its junior books program as of March 2025.
New Greensburg branch planned
A ground-breaking ceremony for construction of the new Greensburg branch will be announced soon. Funds from the state and St. Helena Parish will be used to build the facility
The Saints Boogie Bubble Run and the second annual Chili Cook-Off are Saturday, Sept. 27 in Parker Park, St. Francisville
The Saints Boogie Bubble Run will have a 5K ($30, check-in at 8:30 a.m., race at 9 a.m.), 1-Mile Bubble Run ($20, 9:15 a.m., 10 a.m. start), or the Doggie Dash ($20, 10 a.m. check-in, 10:30 a.m., start).
The Chili Cook-Off follows. Sign up to compete or come taste test for $10. All proceeds from both events support West Feliciana Dance Team. Register for either event at eventbrite com.
Paint the Town Pink coming
Paint the Town Pink is West Feliciana Hospital’s annual campaign to increase breast cancer awareness, provide the community with prevention information, and help raise funds for Cancer Services of Baton Rouge.
Cancer Services helps provide nourishment and aid to cancer patients in need throughout a 10-parish area, including East and West Feliciana and Pointe Coupee. All Paint the Town Pink funds raised by the hospital throughout the month of October are donated to this organization
Businesses and individuals can decorate their homes or offices in pink, along with entering the competition for Most Creative and Best Pink Decorations.
West Feliciana Hospital will be hosting a variety of other activities:
Oct. 3: Pink Bake Sale at Audubon Market, 11 a.m.–until sold out
Oct. 9: Paint Party, 6 p.m., at West Feliciana Hospital. Includes paint instructor and door prizes. Register early at the hospital Facebook page Event sells out.
Oct. 15: Paint the Town Pink contest judging for decorated businesses and individuals. Oct. 17: Schools, sports clubs and the entire community are encouraged to wear pink Oct. 23: Come by The Witches Ride of St. Francisville and grab some cold water Oct. 24: Kendra Scott Jewelry raffle winner announced For information on any Paint the Town Pink events, contact pttp@wfph.org or (225) 635-3811 ext. 2304.
Music event coming
Our Lady of Mount Carmel will present Music on the Mount festival and race on Nov 1. The festival is $15 a person in advance, $20 at the gate. Age 7 and under are free. The races are 10K ($35), 5K ($25) and 1 mile ($15). Cost is $10 for youth in all races. Visit www.felicianacatholic.org for details.
Humane Society to host fundraiser
The Humane Society of the Felicianas will hold its first fundraiser and garage sale.
The group is seeking garage sale items to be donated for the spay and neuter clinic cause. All proceeds will go to the clinic and its completion.
The event is from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 4 at 5080 La. 68, next to the fire station. A jambalaya dinner drinks, dog washing, bounce house, live music and sno-ball truck will be on hand. Santa will even make an appearance from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
The group invites vendors to participate with no cost to set up and sell. Donations are welcome. Visit www.facebook.com/ events/1285900903173252 for information.
Donations for the garage sale can be left at the shelter No furniture or electronics. Grocery bag donations are also needed for the sale.
Garage sale price will be $10 for whatev-
er the customer can get in a grocery bag. Cancer screenings offered in Clinton Breast and colorectal cancer screening will be available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Police Jury Office, 12064 Marston St., Clinton. Appointments are encouraged,
walk-ins are welcome. Call (225) 425-8034 to schedule. Woman’s Hospital and Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at partners of the event. Email Leila Pitchford at lpitchford@ theadvocate.com.
PHOTO BY MELINDA RAWLS HOWELL
Audubon Library Clinton branch manager Aubrey LeGette, right, and Director Trevor Collings with the library’s new seed library.
driveway for the Clinton branch under construction.
Week 3 of Feliciana football highlights strengths
BY RICHARD MEEK
Contributing writer
East Feliciana downs Albany
Makyle Cannon rushed for 105 yards on 10 carries and one touchdown and also caught a touchdown pass to lead East Feliciana to a 47-26 victory over Albany on Friday East Feliciana’s quarterbacks combined to throw for three touchdowns and 295 yards, completing 10 of 19 attempts.
“We played well in the first half,” East Feliciana coach Darius Matthews said. “We had too many mental mistakes and penalties in the second half.”
The Tigers are 2-1 as they prepare to open District 8-2A play Thursday hosting Episcopal.
“We have to be sound on offense and defense and not have turnovers,” Matthews said “We have to be able to score and eliminate mistakes.”
Slaughter remains unbeaten Slaughter pitched its third consecutive shutout to start the season in a 52-0 blanking of LaGrange on Thursday night
Slaughter has won its first three games, all non-district, by a combined 157-0.
Slaughter’s starters have not played past the middle of the third quarter in any of the Knights’ first three games. Quarterbacks Carson Baxter and Ty Ford each threw for one touchdown and Baxter also added a score with his legs.
Running back NaDorian Johnson scored on a rushing touchdown for the Knights, who host Capitol on Friday in the District 8-2A opener as well as homecoming game.
“Our defense played great, forcing five turnovers, only allowing 54 yards,” coach Patrick Clarkston said. “Our offense continued to show how explosive and effective they can be.
Safety Thomas Carter returned an interception 63 yards for one touchdown and also caught a 29-yar scoring pass. Against Capitol, Clarkston is
ä See FOOTBALL, page 3G
NOT JUST BOOKS
(but also, books)
for
Audubon library facilities and services continue to grow
BY MELINDA RAWLS HOWELL Contributing writer
There’s lots happening — new and ongoing — in the Audubon Regional Library system as it continues to serve East Feliciana and St. Helena parishes.
Clinton branch construction
Construction at the Clinton branch is moving along said Trevor Collings, director for the Audubon Regional Library
The evidence can be seen outside as it is evolving. Foundation pads, some sidewalks, a driveway and some of the parking lot are done with new work completed almost daily. Workers said they are being careful to leave paths of access into the library as they complete each step in the construction project.
The foundation pads are for the covered areas and will include seating, Collings said. When completed, the additions/improvements in Clinton will include playground equipment, benches, sidewalks, an area suitable for group activities and a grassy play area along with the new and improved parking lot.
Outreach coordinator hired
Taylor
Collings also announced the system has now hired Terry Taylor as outreach coordinator Taylor will be planning more events beginning this fall and working with other public and private organizations and institutions including the Head Start programs and the Councils on Aging in the parishes to better serve residents, Collings said.
Hotspots available
Another new service/feature being provided by the library, Collings said, is that
Entergy tree-trimming coming to town
Library Director Trevor Collings shows one of the hotspots which will be available to check out by library patrons.
PHOTOS BY MELINDA RAWLS HOWELL
Dirt work is underway
sidewalks at library.
PHOTO BY DAVID THOMAS JR. East Feliciana defensive back coach and former Tiger great Danny Johnson receives communication from the press box and coaches up his defensive backs.
all the branches will now offer hotspots which are used to access Wi-Fi. Patrons may check out the devices and there will be six available at both the Jackson and Clinton branches in East Feliciana Parish and ten at the Greensburg branch for St. Helena Parish They were acquired through a company that works with non profits and the library will pay only for the service contract, he said. Seed library
Another new feature, a seed library, can be found at two of the branches, Clinton and Greensburg. Seeds can be taken or donated and may include heritage seeds, organic and hybrid. More information about seed exchange is available at the two branches and in East Feliciana Parish from Jessie Hoover, horticulture agent, at the LSU AgCenter in Clinton Books for Boots
All Audubon branches are participating in the collection of items for the Books for Boots program. Patrons may have noticed boxes with the logo at each branch. The nonprofit organization’s mission statement says it provides “new and gently used books, movies, music CDs, puzzles and craft items to all members of our military from injured recruits at basic training to veterans.”
Useful guidelines are available at the library They specify things like the physical condition desired and also restrictions on donations like movie ratings and content
Listed as popular book items are: fiction novels; nonfiction; true crime novels; military history; Civil War books; WWI and WWII books; Holocaust books; learning language books (German, Spanish Russian, Icelandic, Greek); art books; and history books (American, ancient).
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in St. Francisville
Children’s books are also used in its junior books program as of March 2025.
New Greensburg branch planned
A ground-breaking ceremony for construction of the new Greensburg branch will be announced soon. Funds from the state and St. Helena Parish will be used to build the facility
The Saints Boogie Bubble Run and the second annual Chili Cook-Off are Saturday, Sept. 27 in Parker Park, St. Francisville
The Saints Boogie Bubble Run will have a 5K ($30, check-in at 8:30 a.m., race at 9 a.m.), 1-Mile Bubble Run ($20, 9:15 a.m., 10 a.m. start), or the Doggie Dash ($20, 10 a.m. check-in, 10:30 a.m., start).
The Chili Cook-Off follows. Sign up to compete or come taste test for $10. All proceeds from both events support West Feliciana Dance Team. Register for either event at eventbrite com.
Paint the Town Pink coming
Paint the Town Pink is West Feliciana Hospital’s annual campaign to increase breast cancer awareness, provide the community with prevention information, and help raise funds for Cancer Services of Baton Rouge.
Cancer Services helps provide nourishment and aid to cancer patients in need throughout a 10-parish area, including East and West Feliciana and Pointe Coupee. All Paint the Town Pink funds raised by the hospital throughout the month of October are donated to this organization
Businesses and individuals can decorate their homes or offices in pink, along with entering the competition for Most Creative and Best Pink Decorations.
West Feliciana Hospital will be hosting a variety of other activities:
Oct. 3: Pink Bake Sale at Audubon Market, 11 a.m.–until sold out
Oct. 9: Paint Party, 6 p.m., at West Feliciana Hospital. Includes paint instructor and door prizes. Register early at the hospital Facebook page Event sells out.
Oct. 15: Paint the Town Pink contest judging for decorated businesses and individuals. Oct. 17: Schools, sports clubs and the entire community are encouraged to wear pink Oct. 23: Come by The Witches Ride of St. Francisville and grab some cold water Oct. 24: Kendra Scott Jewelry raffle winner announced For information on any Paint the Town Pink events, contact pttp@wfph.org or (225) 635-3811 ext. 2304.
Music event coming
Our Lady of Mount Carmel will present Music on the Mount festival and race on Nov 1. The festival is $15 a person in advance, $20 at the gate. Age 7 and under are free. The races are 10K ($35), 5K ($25) and 1 mile ($15). Cost is $10 for youth in all races. Visit www.felicianacatholic.org for details.
Humane Society to host fundraiser
The Humane Society of the Felicianas will hold its first fundraiser and garage sale.
The group is seeking garage sale items to be donated for the spay and neuter clinic cause. All proceeds will go to the clinic and its completion.
The event is from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 4 at 5080 La. 68, next to the fire station. A jambalaya dinner drinks, dog washing, bounce house, live music and sno-ball truck will be on hand. Santa will even make an appearance from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
The group invites vendors to participate with no cost to set up and sell. Donations are welcome. Visit www.facebook.com/ events/1285900903173252 for information.
Donations for the garage sale can be left at the shelter No furniture or electronics. Grocery bag donations are also needed for the sale.
Garage sale price will be $10 for whatev-
DEMOCRAT
er the customer can get in a grocery bag. Cancer screenings offered in Clinton Breast and colorectal cancer screening will be available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Police Jury Office, 12064 Marston St., Clinton. Appointments are encouraged,
walk-ins are welcome. Call (225) 425-8034 to schedule. Woman’s Hospital and Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at partners of the event. Email Leila Pitchford at lpitchford@ theadvocate.com.
PHOTO BY MELINDA RAWLS HOWELL
Audubon Library Clinton branch manager Aubrey LeGette, right, and Director Trevor Collings with the library’s new seed library.
driveway for the Clinton branch under construction.
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looking for the Knights’ offensive line to continue to develop. He is also hopeful running back Brannigan Givens returns from injury West Feliciana topples Broadmoor
The youth movement is paying off in a big way at West Feliciana.
Sophomore quarterback Brooks Hebert threw for a pair of touchdowns and eighth grader Colton Gates ran for two more in a 50-35 win over Broadmoor on Friday in St. Francisville.
Hebert completed 6 of 16 passes for 135 yards to help West Feliciana to its second consecutive win after opening the season with a loss in coach Terry Minor’s first season. The Saints are 1-0 in District 6-4A.
Gates ran for 105 yards on 20 carries, and senior wide receiver Dedrick Davis made the most of his one reception, covering 61 yards and a score.
West Feliciana plays at WoodlawnBaton Rouge in a nondistrict matchup Friday
Silliman falls at home
Silliman lost to Adams County Christian on Friday in a nonconference game in Clinton.
The Wildcats, 2-1, face Columbia Academy (Columbia, Mississippi) on Friday.
Email Richard Meek at livingston@ theadvocate.com
Let’sPINK
PAINT THE TOWN
y’all! y’all!
JoinWestFeliciana Hospital’s annual breast cancer awarenesscampaign to raise moneyfor Cancer Services of Baton Rouge, whichserves a10-parish area that includes West andEastFeliciana and PointeCoupee
Businessesand individuals areasked to decorate their homes or offices both inside andout,and enter our competition.For entryforms andmoreinformation on Paintthe Town Pink contactusat pttp@wfph.org or 225-635-3811 ext. 2304.
PainttheTownPinkEvents
•Friday,October 3: Pink Bake Sale at Audubon Market 11:00 a.m. –till we sell out
•Thursday, October 9: Paint Party6p.m. at West Feliciana Hospital. Includes paintinstructor and door prizes.PRE-REGISTER ASAP on our Facebook page,itsells out!
•Wednesday,October 15: Paint the Town Pink Contest Judging forDecorated Businesses and Individals
•Friday,October 17: Schools,sports clubs,and the entirecommunity is encouragedtowear PINK!
• Thursday,October 23: Come by TheWitches Ride of St. Francisville and grab somecold H2O
• Friday,October 24: KendraScott JewelryRaffleWinner Announced!
East Feliciana linebacker Makyle Cannon closes in on Albany quarterback Jake Milton as he tries to jump start the Hornet offense.
East Feliciana defensive end Kayden Wilson provides pressure on Albany receiver Cam Mikel.
PHOTOS BY DAVID THOMAS JR.
Members of East Feliciana High football team meet with Sid Edwards
Middle School Saints, Tigers battle to 6-6 tie
Community news report
On Aug. 27, a few members of the East Feliciana High School football team participated in a news conference ahead of their Thursday matchup against Belaire in the Battle on the Bluff Jamboree at A.W Mumford Stadium on Southern University’s campus. While there, they were able to talk strategy and leadership with East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Sid Edwards.
It was a Feliciana battle on the field earlier this month as the West Feliciana Middle School Saints took on the East Feliciana Middle Tigers. The game ended in a 6-6 tie.
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From left, East Feliciana football player Kayden Wilson and coach Darius Matthews, and far right player Markus Cannon, pause in their discussion with East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards, center
East Feliciana Tigers Middle School football quarterback Paul Sims III surveys the field as he decides where to deliver the ball to a Tiger receiver
West Feliciana Middle School quarterback Tavaris London escapes from the pocket and puts pressure on the Tiger defense. The Saints and the Tigers battled to a 6-6 tie.
East Feliciana Tigers Middle School Tigers running back Brandon Irvin takes a handoff and turns upfield for a big gain as he helps the Tigers dual to a
West Feliciana Middle School receiver Contine Davis checks with line judge to make sure he’s lined up properly before going out for a pass.
PHOTOS BY DAVID THOMAS JR.
as