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🌱 Why a former DeRidder mayor received just 90 days in jail

DeRidder, Louisiana Patch AM: a 4 min read

Morning DeRidder! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why a former DeRidder mayor received just 90 days in jail
  • Why a former DeRidder mayor received just 90 days in jail
  • Why ICE agents fired a shot during a DeRidder arrest attempt

Also on today's calendar: Mikey B - Live In DeRidder LA and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 90, low: 75.
  • Sunday: Humid with drenching t-storms, with a high of 88 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Former Louisiana mayor gets 90 days in sex case (louisianafirstnews.com) — A former DeRidder mayor has been sentenced in Beauregard Parish to 90 days in jail, a fine, drug screenings, and sex-offender registration after admitting to unlawful sexual conduct with a minor. The sentence, far below the possible 17-year maximum, has sparked sharp criticism on social media from residents who see it as overly lenient toward a former officeholder.
   

2. Former Louisiana Mayor Sentenced to 90 Days for Sex Crime, June 11 (meyka.com) — DeRidder residents are learning that former mayor Misty Roberts has been sentenced to 90 days in jail after being convicted of two felony charges involving a 16-year-old. She had faced up to 17 years, and the relatively light punishment has sparked strong criticism from the victim’s family and on social media, raising questions about accountability for local leaders.
   

3. ICE agent allegedly fires shot while executing arrest warrant in DeRidder (beauregardnews.com) — An attempted ICE arrest in a DeRidder neighborhood Thursday afternoon led to at least one shot allegedly being fired and the suspects abandoning a pickup near Ken Williams and N. Stewart streets before fleeing on foot. DeRidder Police and the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office assisted with drones and K9s, but the individuals remained at large as of Thursday evening.
   

4. DeRidder Elementary recognizes fourth nine weeks honor students (beauregardnews.com) — DeRidder families can now see which DeRidder Elementary students made the Banner and Honor Rolls for the fourth nine weeks, with long lists of second-, third-, and fourth-graders recognized. It’s a snapshot of local kids’ hard work in the classroom and a chance for parents and neighbors to celebrate their achievements.
   

5. Six SW La. hospitals among those called out by Trump (americanpress.com) — Beauregard Memorial Hospital in DeRidder is among six Southwest Louisiana facilities warned by federal officials to improve price transparency or face steep penalties. The notice is part of a nationwide push to make hospitals post clear, negotiated prices so patients better understand costs before receiving care.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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