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🌱 What happens next after Oberlin’s at-large alderman is disqualified?

Oberlin, Louisiana Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hey there, Oberlin! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What happens next after Oberlin’s at-large alderman is disqualified?
  • Remember when Oberlin FFA named these student leaders in 1951?
  • How did Oberlin stack up in Week 5 Friday Night Blitz?

Also on today's calendar: Lakeside at Oberlin.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 80, low: 69.
  • Monday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 86 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Oberlin alderman candidate disqualified over unpaid ethics fees (kplctv.com) — Oberlin’s at-large alderman race has been upended after incumbent Abraham “Ham” McCleon was disqualified over unpaid ethics late fees, though he’ll finish his current term through year’s end. Town officials now plan to appoint an interim alderman in mid-January, with the seat returning to the ballot in October 2027, shaping how Oberlin will be represented on its council.
   

• Our Past: Anacoco High School recognized in 2016 as Blue Ribbon School (americanpress.com) — Local readers get a nostalgic look back at Oberlin’s FFA chapter, which announced its 1951-52 slate of student officers and highlighted young leaders from the town. The piece, drawn from old American Press editions, also revisits other Southwest Louisiana milestones, from school honors to community service projects and church gatherings across the region.
   

• Friday Night Blitz Week 5 (wbrz.com) — Oberlin football fans can see how their team fared this week, with the Tigers falling 34-0 to Basile in statewide Week 5 action. The roundup also lists dozens of other Louisiana high school scores, giving Oberlin residents a quick snapshot of how nearby rivals and regional powers performed on Friday night.
   

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  • Allen Parish School Board posted a job opening for Geometry Teacher in Oberlin. Apply here.
  • Coushatta Casino Resort posted a job opening for Fine Dining Server-594004 in Kinder. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oberlin here.

🗞 Nearby News

Basile

  • An LSU nursing grad was detained by ICE last year and self-deported. Now, she's a nurse in Canada (nola.com)
  • So Many Women Are Miscarrying in Detention Centers That ICE Has Lost Count (rsn.org)

Eunice

  • A deputy's home was struck by gunfire during homecoming pranks (wgno.com)

Ok Oberlin! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Oberlin

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Oberlin

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.