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Winter Storm Alert!
Our forecast for tonight continues to call for some snow accumulation, bringing with it the probability of roadway icing on
OPSO Mourns the Loss of Chaplain Jeff Luellen
Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office are mourning the loss of veteran Reserve Deputy and
Tax Office Holiday Schedule
The Tax office will be closed December 31st and January 1st this week in observance of the New Year’s Holiday.
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas from Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies.
Busted! OPSO Nabs The Grinch!
  Mr. Grinch once again did his best to ruin Christmas for the children of Ouachita Parish.  However, Sheriff Russell
Holiday Schedule for the Ouachita Parish Rifle Range
The Rifle Range will be closed Thursday, December 24th and Friday, Christmas Day in observance of Christmas.  Normal hours will
Thank You For The Delicious Jambalaya!
Sheriff Russell and Deputies wish to thank organizers Scott and Travis Smith, along with sponsors Donnie Plunk Towing, Skyjacker Suspensions
Sheriff Russell Honors Retiring Reserve Deputy
Sheriff Jay Russell and Chief Deputy Marc Mashaw presented Reserve Deputy Jon Bartlett a plaque today in appreciation for his
Thirty-three Cadets Graduate OPSO North Delta Training Academy
After 18 weeks of intensive training, thirty-three Cadets representing twelve different agencies achieved POST Certification and graduated the 143rd session
Sheriff Jay Russell Offers Holiday Shopping Tips
Sheriff Jay Russell reminds shoppers that shopping during the holiday season can present unique danger. “Taking a few prevention measures
OPSO Mourns Loss of Deputy Mickey Lofton
Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office are mourning the loss of Deputy Mickey Lofton. Deputy
OPSO Mourns Loss of Chaplain
Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office mourn the loss of one of the Ouachita Parish