🌱 Planning a fall hike near Franklinton? Here’s what to know first

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In today's newsletter:

• Planning a fall hike near Franklinton? Here's what to know first
• Where does Franklinton football stand in this week's state rankings?
• Franklinton woman's airport trip ends in arrest over service dog mess

Also on today's calendar: Lutcher at Franklinton and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 93 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny and warm, temps: high: 89, low: 70.
• Thursday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Everyone Thinks Louisiana Is Flat, But This Fall Hike Proves Otherwise (onlyinyourstate.com) — Bogue Chitto State Park's Gorge Run Trail offers Franklinton residents a rare, hilly fall hike just minutes from town, with river sandbars, cabins, and even disc golf. The article explains trail length, conditions, flooding risks, and the best November timing so you can plan a cool-weather weekend adventure without getting swarmed by mosquitoes or surprised by high water.
   

• Karr, North DeSoto, St. James, Calvary Baptist, Riverside remain atop CCS Week 5 state rankings (crescentcitysports.com) — Franklinton High's football team earns an "others to watch" mention in the latest Crescent City Sports statewide rankings, signaling growing respect for the Demons' 2–2 start. The piece breaks down who's on top in each class and where Franklinton fits into the broader Louisiana high school football picture heading into Week 5.
   

• 56-Year-Old Traveler Threw Service Dog Feces At New Orleans Airport Deputy: Arrested And Released (thetravel.com) — A 56-year-old woman from Franklinton faces multiple charges after an incident at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, where deputies say she threw a bag of her service dog's feces during a dispute over cleanup. The story details the arrest, bond, and rules for traveling with service animals, highlighting how quickly a minor mishap can escalate into serious legal trouble.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Franklinton

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★ Featured events ★

Friday October 2
• Lutcher Varsity Football @ Franklinton →
  Franklinton High School, 1 Demon Cir, Franklinton
  7:00 pm

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Other local events

Friday October 2
• Lutcher at Franklinton →
  1 Demon Cir, Franklinton
  7:00 pm
Monday October 12
• Archbishop Hannan at Franklinton →
  Franklinton LA
  4:30 pm
Saturday October 24
• Jared Daws & The Dusk Singers with LEANN RIMES at Washington Parish Free Fair / Washington Parish Free Fair →
  Washington Parish Free Fair, Franklinton
  7:00 pm
• Jared Daws & The Dusk Singers with LEANN RIMES at Washington Parish Free Fair →
  Washington Parish Free Fair, Franklinton
  7:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday September 29
• Family Matters Meeting: 90s Theme Event!
  Independence High School, 270 Tiger Ave, Independence
  5:00 pm
• JSMS vs Loranger Football Game
  JSHS Football Field
  6:00 pm
Thursday October 1
• Ferriday at Kentwood →
  Kentwood High School, 603 9th St, Kentwood
  7:00 pm
Friday October 2
• Fair Day Holiday
  Tangipahoa Parish Amite, LA 70422
• Abramson Varsity Football @ Varnado →
  Varnado High School, 25543 Washington St, Angie
  7:00 pm
• Abramson at Varnado →
  Varnado, 25543 Washington St, Angie
  7:00 pm
• Tangipahoa Fair and Rodeo →
  Florida Parishes Arena, 1301 Northwest Central Avenue, Amite City
  7:30 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Blue Skies Radio USA is deeply saddened to learn of the passing on the Rev.
  Lee Stoneking, one of the leading pioneers of the Apostolic faith. One of our ministries biggest influencers, we dedicate our work to his honor,… (Nextdoor Country Place - Stoney Point)
• There is an emergency vehicle on I-12 W reported...
  There is an emergency vehicle on I-12 W reported at 3:45 PM. "Roadside assistance in progress" (Nextdoor )

• Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Team Member in Franklinton. Apply here.
• MDA Edge posted a job opening for Inventory Specialist/Inventory Clerk in Franklinton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Franklinton here.

🗞 Nearby News

Bogalusa

• Doctors' warning: Young hearts also susceptible to cardio risks (balita.com)
• Lowest diesel gas price in Washington Parish available at $5.79 per gallon in week ending Sept. 19 (floridaparishnews.com)

Kentwood

• 2026 Louisiana Prep Football Schedule for Week 5 (crescentcitysports.com)

Covington

• Edward Lemuel Smoot Jr. (sovanow.com)
• 517 Mount Hope Ct, Covington, LA 70433 (redfin.com)
• Closing the contractor readiness gap (safetyandhealthmagazine.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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