March 29, 2024
Month: March 2024
Habitual Drug Offender Gets 60 Years in Vernon Parish Court
Vernon Parish District Attorney Terry Lambright announced this week the sentencing of Courtland Emmanuel King, age 30, of Alexandria, Louisiana. King was stopped and eventually arrested for drugs by a Louisiana State Trooper March 12, 2021. King was convicted in the 30th Judicial District Court and deemed a habitual offender due to his numerous prior felony convictions.
King appeared before Judge C. Anthony Eaves for sentencing Tuesday, March 26. Eaves noted the extensive criminal history of the defendant and sentenced him to 60 years with the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections.
The case was prosecuted by assistant District Attorney Heath Dillon. District Attorney Lambright said, “Drugs continue to be a concern for our community. I will do everything in my power to fight this problem. My commitment to make Vernon Parish safe will not stop.”
Recent Arrests by Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office
Vada Rose Hall, age 43, of DeRidder was arrested and charged with one count Theft. Bond was set at $15,000. Hall posted bond and was released.
David Ethan Jones, age 20, of Leesville was arrested on a Commitment to Await Extradition Warrant. Jones will be extradited to Jasper County, Texas.
Cherie Lynn Vaughn, age 23, of Leesville was arrested and charged with one count Criminal Damage to Property and outstanding Bench Warrant. Bond was set at $6281. Vaughn remains in the Vernon Parish Jail.
Dennis William Holt, age 40, of Leesville was arrested and charged with one count Possession of a Schedule II Narcotic (methamphetamine). Bond has not been set. Holt remains in the Vernon Parish Jail.
ALL PERSONS ARE PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY IN A COURT OF LAW.
City of Leesville Opens Event Center
The City of Leesville held the grand opening of the new Leesville Event Center Friday, March 15, with a ribbon cutting and reception. The building can be used for a variety of meetings, gatherings, conventions and concerts. The Leesville Event Center is located on Nolan Trace (West TX Highway) and formerly housed the Piggly Wiggly grocery store and a church.
The nearly 22,000 square-foot space will house the Mayor’s Youth Council and the Mayor’s Women’s Commission. There are conference rooms, a full-service kitchen and dining area, a large auditorium space, and a permanent stage. The City of Leesville will staff the facility with a person to handle event scheduling. The Kingdom Center of DeRidder has entered into an agreement with the City to provide organized activities and programs on a daily basis. The Kingdom Center operates a similar program for DeRidder area youth. The facility is equipped with big screen TV’s, audio systems, and computer stations.
The Leesville Event Center is available to the public for rent. The city envisions weddings, family gatherings, civic group functions, concerts, and more in the facility. Jennifer Paddy will handle management/scheduling of the facility. She may be reached at 337-239-2444.
There are a variety of rental options, from multiple size rooms to kitchen/dining rooms. The large auditorium space is nearly 8,000 square feet with all convention features. Contact Ms. Paddy or visit the City of Leesville website for more information.
Community Easter Egg Hunt Set for New Llano City Park
American Legion (Retired) Post 387 in New Llano will sponsor a Community Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the New Llano City Park.
Bring the family out for hot dogs, hamburgers, and soft drinks. There are chances to win bicycles and gift cards. The Easter Bunny has sent word ahead that he is bringing plenty of candy for kids of all ages!
This event is free and open to the public.
Tell Your Neighbor
The coming of Easter means spring is here, although the official first day of spring was March 21. It seems a little early this year; blame it on that leap year thing! Spring means new life, awakening, and sunshine as local farmers and gardeners get those crops ready to grow.
We look forward to coming days when those crops are put up for sale at the Leesville Farmers Market on lower Third Street. Last weekend’s trip to the market yielded some great goodies. Never come home from the market empty handed! The selections will surprise you, even during the winter months when fresh items are scarce. This last trip was good for some tangerine/orange jelly, cherry pepper jelly, honey-pecan cream cheese schmear, two slices of pineapple upside down dessert and some Ogre Ears. The plant was from a new vendor, Jasmine Watson of Watson Farms. Mentioning that my wife does well with succulents, she steered me to a $4 starter pot. Lovely wife loved it!! Area talent is on full display at the market with things to wear, display, eat, and grow!
The Leesville Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. The spaces under the pavilion are spoken for, but for no cost you can bring tables, chairs, and products to sell. The second Saturday of the month is always a bigger market with more vendors than normal. Contact Tammy Anderson at 337-424-1109 for availability for the Second Saturday Market. Some fees may apply for the Second Saturday Market.
Here’s a tip of the hat to Ms. Kathy Johnson of Pitkin, who may have the longest tenure at the Leesville market. She always features creative baked goods, homemade sweets, jars full of goodness, and more. Try one of her meat pies, fried up fresh!
The Lewises are another staple at the market. Rosalie is an accomplished baker and canner, while Albert is an excellent peanut roaster and grower. Their produce is great, and their table is always full of goodies. Sheila and Freddie Fair feature pickled eggs, fresh eggs, veggies, breads, canned items, and all manner of jellies, and they do it with a smile! Long-time area giftmaker Jessica Ashworth, offers one-of-a-kind gift items and artwork. Grab some locally sourced honey and say goodbye to those pesky local allergies!
Just wait till the strawberries from C&M Farms come in, and that great fresh spinach from the Hicks Produce Stand. Then come the new potatoes, ripe tomatoes, squash, cabbage, and more. Whatever happened to those fresh mushrooms from the guys in Hornbeck a couple of years ago? I confess to bringing home in the last few months hummus, salsa, snack crackers, jerky, kimchee, sauerkraut, pickles, jams, and more. All of them just screamed to come home with me!
The next Second Saturday Market is April 13, so get yourself ready for a treat and visit the Leesville Farmers Market on lower Third Street. I promise you’ll find something to take home!
P.S. The Easter bunny is there tomorrow (Saturday) from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., so you can get in a good early word!
ART of the EAT II coming to GALLERY ONE EIIIEVEN in Leesville
ART of the EAT II will be held at GALLERY ONE EIIIEVEN in the Leesville Main Street District on April 20 at 6:00 pm. This event is an annual fundraiser and purchasing a $25.00 ticket will provide samples of food from 13 countries, access to the open bar, and an evening of great food, music, and Art that exposes the diversity of cultures that abound in Vernon Parish.
Countries represented this year are Peru, Panama, Bulgaria, Italy, Poland, Germany, Lebanon, France, Belgium, Nepal, Pakistan, Myanmar (Burma) and South Korea. Cooks from those countries will provide not only a taste of their culture but are being encouraged to dress their tables with traditional objects and items for everyone to discuss and enjoy. Foods represented will be hearty, savory, and sweet, and this year many of the dishes will include Louisiana Seafood provided by the Louisiana Seafood Promotions Board and beef ingredients will be provided by RUNNING N CATTLE of Leesville. Food ingredients will be posted on the tables to assist those with food allergies.
Tickets are limited and should be purchased ahead of the event. Unsold tickets will be available at the door the night of the event. Tickets are on sale and can be obtained from any gallery member, at the gallery on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, or by contacting them through Facebook Messenger or email at galleryoneellleven@gmail.com.
This fundraiser is to support the Arts in Vernon Parish and all proceeds will go to improvements in the Leesville Art Park and GALLERY ONE EIIIEVEN.
Vernon Parish Spring Sports Update
Mother Nature straightened out the weather for softball and baseball games. District season is in full swing with plenty of games on tap tonight and Saturday. Here are recent results:
ANACOCO(SB) Ranked #8 in Division V poll. Game at Bunkie was cancelled. Played at 4-A Evangel last night (score unavailable). Plays at 5-A Airline Monday.
ANACOCO(BB) Played at Grant last night (score unavailable). Game Monday with DeQuincy cancelled.
EVANS(SB) Won 16-7 Monday at Pleasant Hill. Hosted Hornbeck last night (score unavailable). Plays Converse today at 5 p.m.
EVANS(BB) Beat Pleasant Hill Tuesday 13-3. Hosted Hornbeck last night (score unavailable).
HICKS(SB) Beat Pitkin Tuesday 8-1. Played at Pitkin last night (score unavailable). Game tonight with Leesville cancelled.
HICKS(BB) Ranked #4 in Division V. Shutout Monday at home by Pitkin 4-0. Played at Pitkin last night (score unavailable). Plays at Mamou Saturday at 1 p.m.
HORNBECK(SB) Lost at Simpson Tuesday 9-5. Played at Evans last night (score unavailable). Plays at Florien Tuesday.
HORNBECK(BB) Won 10 of last 12 games. Won at Simpson Tuesday 12-4. Played at Evans last night (score unavailable). Plays at DeQuincy tonight.
LEESVILLE(SB) Lost at DeRidder Tuesday 19-6. Played at Lagrange last night (score unavailable). Game with Hicks tonight cancelled.
LEESVILLE(BB) Lost at DeRidder Tuesday 11-2. Hosted Lagrange last night (score unavailable.) Plays at North Desoto Monday at 5 p.m.
PICKERING(SB) Lost at Menard Tuesday 15-0. Plays at Zwolle Monday at 5 p.m.
PICKERING(BB) Lost at Oakdale Tuesday 11-0. Plays at Montgomery Saturday at 1 p.m.
PITKIN(SB) Ranked #9 in Division V. Lost at Hicks Tuesday 4-0. Hosted Hicks last night (score unavailable). At home Saturday to Oak Hill (2 p.m.) Hosting South Beauregard Monday at 5 p.m.
PITKIN(BB) Ranked #1 in Division V. Won at Hicks Tuesday 4-0. Hosted Hicks last night (score unavailable) Hosting Converse Saturday at 3pm. Play at Elizabeth Monday at 4pm.
ROSEPINE(SB) Game Saturday at Oak Hill cancelled. Play at Glenmora Monday at 5 p.m.
ROSEPINE(BB) Ranked #1in Division III. Lost 2-1 at Menard Tuesday. Hosted Menard last night (score unavailable). Plays at Avoyelles Monday at 3 p.m.
SIMPSON(SB) Game Monday at Rapides cancelled. Beat Hornbeck Tuesday 9-5. Plays at Leesville Monday at 4 p.m.
SIMPSON(BB) Lost to Hornbeck Tuesday 12-4. Plays at Rapides Monday at 4 p.m.
City of Leesville Spring Fling
The City of Leesville is presenting a Spring Fling Concert Day, Saturday, April 13, from 3 -7 p.m. on the Leesville Polk Stage on East Texas Street.
The day is free and open to the general public. Music is a mix of styles, featuring the bands Gypsy La Blue, Landon Blood, and The Parish Line Band. Activities include inflatables, face painting, cornhole boards, and more. Vendors will offer food and beverages for sale.
Seating is limited. Bring lawn chairs and dress comfortably.
Leesville Pilot Club Presents Free Movie Night
The Leesville Pilot Club presents Free Movie Night Friday, April 19, at Dogwood Park off Belview Road, in Leesville.
This event is free to all comers. The gates open at 6:30pm, and the movie starts at 7:45 p.m.
The feature movie is A Bugs Life and is suitable for all ages!
FREE POPCORN will be served. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, snacks, and drinks.
Notice of Death – March 28, 2024
TIMOTHY MATTHEW CONDON, JR.
June 29, 1993 – March 27, 2024
Service: April 1, 2024, at Pine Hill Cemetery in Leesville at 12:00 p.m.
March 27, 2024
Recent Arrests by Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office
Austin Terrell Henderson, age 38, of Leesville was arrested on an outstanding Bench Warrant. Bond was set at $7500. Henderson remains in the Vernon Parish Jail.
Angela Marie Brewer, age 34, of Pitkin was arrested and charged with one count of Obscenity. Bond was set at $5000. Brewer remains in the Vernon Parish Jail.
Sonnie Morris, age 23, of Joaquin, Texas, was arrested on an out-of-jurisdiction Bench Warrant from Natchitoches Parish. Natchitoches dismissed their detainer and Morris was released.
Michael Durkes, age 58, of Leesville was arrested on an outstanding Bench Warrant. Bond had not been set. Durkes remains in the Vernon Parish Jail.
Rodney Wayne Calmes, age 57, of Pitkin was arrested on an outstanding Bench Warrant. Bond has not been set. Calmes remains in the Vernon Parish Jail.
ALL PERSONS ARE PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY IN A COURT OF LAW.
Leesville City Council Met March 25
The Leesville City Council met Monday, March 25, in regular session, dealing with bills, invoices, the introduction of Ordinance 3 of 2024, and multiple resolutions.
Monthly bills totaled $97,323.12. Pay requests were received from Eyecatcher Signs and Norred Fire Systems for the newly opened Leesville Event Center. The two requests totaled $24,076.75 and were to be taken from the state general fund for building repairs under Act 397. There were three pay requests on the north ramp taxiway and drainage project at the Leesville Municipal Airport. Requests from Infrastructure Consulting and Engineering were for $17,596 and $1207.15. The requests from Williams Equipment Services totaled $62,647.06.
City Engineer Mark McCarty told the Council members he would announce bids during the first meeting in April on Phase 2 of city street repairs.
Ordinance 3 of 2024 was introduced. It approves a certain parcel of A7 multi-family district zoned property to C3 neighborhood commercial district to align the property at 303 N. First Street to establish a current residential structure for use as a law office. A public hearing will be held on the matter April 8.
Resolutions were introduced to advertise for bids on a one-ton truck for the public Works Department, submit a change for the taxi lane construction project at the Leesville Municipal Airport, declared some city equipment surplus, and resolved to end the city moratorium on development, permitting, and announcing to follow an adoption of a new ordinance for development of manufactured homes, mobile homes, house trailers, modular homes, or code-approved tiny homes and portable buildings on properties zoned A7 through A8.
The City Council also heard a resolution to approve a wholesale Class B alcohol permit application for Mockler Beverage Company-West LLC. Mockler is the new company that bought out Southwest Beverage, the longtime Budweiser and related products dealer.
The next City Council meeting will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, April 8, at Leesville City Hall.
Motorcyclist Killed in Rapides Parish Crash
On March 23, 2024, at approximately 12:40 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop E responded to a one-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 496 near Cooper Road. This crash claimed the life of 61-year-old Maxwell Smith of DeRidder.
The initial investigation revealed that a 2001 Harley Davidson motorcycle, driven by Smith, was westbound on Louisiana Highway 496. For reasons still under investigation, Smith failed to negotiate a left-hand curve. As a result, the vehicle left the roadway, struck a curve warning sign, and sequentially ejected Smith from the vehicle.
Smith, who was wearing a non-DOT approved helmet, sustained severe injuries and was transported to a local hospital where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries. Routine toxicology samples were collected and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
Troopers encourage all riders to take an approved motorcycle safety course. These courses teach safe riding practices and help you apply safe riding strategies that can help reduce your chance of injury should a crash occur.
Making good choices while riding a motorcycle, such as never driving while impaired and obeying all traffic laws, can often mean the difference between life and death. If motorists witness hazardous situations they may dial *LSP (*577) to be connected to the nearest Troop to report that activity.
In 2024, Troop E Troopers have investigated 15 fatal crashes resulting in 17 fatalities.
Pickering High Red Devil Relays Track and Field Results
Pickering High School held their annual Red Devil Relays on Friday, March 22, at the PHS track complex. Thanks to Coach Dave Boudreaux at Pickering for his help with some of the information.
BOYS RESULTS (First place only listed)
100 Meter Dash Anthony Berry/Pickering 200 Meter Dash Anthony Berry/Pickering
400 Meter Dash Josiah Griffin/Pickering 800 Meter Run Ean Allain/Simpson
1600 Meter Run Ean Allain/Simpson 3200 Meter Run Connor Gilbert/Anacoco
300 Meter Hurdles Tucker Boyett/Anacoco 4×100 Relay Northwood High, Lena
4×200 Meter Relay Pickering High 4×400 Relay Pickering High
4×800 Meter Relay Rosepine High High Jump Dustin Welch/Anacoco
Long Jump Anthony Berry/Pickering Triple Jump Christin Morgan/Pickering
Pole Vault TIE/Ethan McDonald/Anacoco AND Matthew Hicks/Menard
Discus Lance Grafton/Anacoco Javelin Tucker McCoy/Grace Christian
Shotput Tyler Ginter/Rosepine
OUTSTANDING TRACK PERFORMER Jacob Skaggs/Northwood,Lena
OUTSTANDING FIELD PERFORMER Josiah Griffin/Pickering
GIRLS RESULTS (First place only listed)
100 Meter Dash Amaya Shine/Rosepine 200 Meter Dash Amaya Shine/Rosepine
400 Meter Dash Hayley Calcote/Rosepine 800 Meter Run Reese Jeane/Evans
1600 Meter Run Reese Jeane/Evans 3200 Meter Run Reese Jeane/Evans
100 Mtr. Hurdles Abigail Rogers/Rosepine 300 Mtr. Hurdles Sophia Swinney/Anacoco
4×100 Mtr. Relay Rosepine High 4×200 Mtr.Relay Rosepine High
4×400 Mtr.Relay Rosepine High 4×800 Mtr.Relay Rosepine High
High Jump Reagan Clutter/Simpson Long Jump Reagan Clutter/Simpson
Triple Jump Madi Stanley/Anacoco Pole Vault Kaylee Siebeneicher/Menard
Discus Raygun Welch/Northwood,Lena Javelin Natalee Nolen/Pitkin
Shot Put Raygun Welch/Northwood,Lena
OUTSTANDING TRACK PERFORMER Reese Jeane/Evans
OUTSTANDING FIELD PERFORMER Raygun Welch/Northwood,Lena
The Leesville Relays will be held Thursday, April 4, at Leesville High School.
Vernon Parish Spring Sports Update
Mother Nature cancelled many games in the area over the weekend and Monday. Here are recent results:
ANACOCO(SB) Ranked #8 in Division V. 5-0 in District 4-B. Lost to Pineville, 11-1 and Menard, 6-5 at Menard tournament. Game at Bunkie Monday postponed. Plays at Evangel Christian Thursday.
ANACOCO(BB) Ranked #14 in Division V. Won last two games. Game against Hicks postponed. Game with Grant Monday postponed. Plays at Grant Thursday.
EVANS(SB) Ranked #16 in Division V. Won last 7 games. At Converse Monday postponed. Played at Pleasant Hill last night.
EVANS(BB) Lost last game to Hathaway 16-13. Played at Pleasant Hill last night.
HICKS(SB) Beat Downsville 16-1 at Quitman tournament in last game. Game Monday at Florien postponed. Hosted Pitkin last night.
HICKS(BB) Ranked #4 in Division V. Beat Sacred Heart in last game 6-5. 2-1 in District 4-B. Hosted Pitkin last night postponed. Plays at Pitkin Thursday night.
HORNBECK(SB) Lost last 4 games. Played at Simpson last night.
HORNBECK(BB) Ranked #12 in Division V. Won 9 of last 11 games. Beat Ebarb 15-1 in last game. Hosted Dequincy Monday postponed. Played at Simpson last night.
LEESVILLE(SB) Scored just two runs in last two games. Game with Washington-Marion postponed. Hosted DeRidder last night.
LEESVILLE(BB) Won 3 of last 4 games. Beat DeRidder 3-2 last week. Hosted East Beauregard Monday postponed. Hosted DeRidder last night.
PICKERING(SB) Lost to DeRidder and Starks at Lacassine tournament. Game with Leesville Monday postponed. Played at Menard last night.
PICKERING(BB) Lost last 4 games. Beaten by Vinton 6-2 at Singer tournament in last game. Hosted Oakdale Monday postponed. Played at Oakdale last night.
PITKIN(SB) Ranked #5 in Division V. Won 5 in a row. Beat St.Louis,15-2 and LCCP,12-0 at Lacassine tournament. Played at Hicks last night.
PITKIN(BB) Ranked #1 in Division V. 13-3 is best record in Vernon Parish. 4-0 in District 4-B. Beat Oak Hill last game 17-0. Hosted St.Mary’s Monday postponed. Played at Hicks last night.
Rosepine(SB) Ranked #13 in Division III. Won 3 in a row. Beat Florien,16-15 and Many,14-2 at Many tournament. Played at Glenmora last night.
ROSEPINE(BB) Ranked #9 in Division III. Won 4 of last 5 games. 3-0 in District 4-AA. Lost Monday to 5-A Sulphur 12-1. Played at Menard last night. Hosts Menard Thursday.
SIMPSON(SB) Last two games cancelled. Hosted Rapides Monday postponed. Hosted Hornbeck last night.
SIMPSON(BB) Game with Hicks last Friday postponed. Hosted Hornbeck last night.
Leesville Pilot Club Presents Free Movie Night
The Leesville Pilot Club presents Free Movie Night Friday, April 19, at Dogwood Park off Belview Road, in Leesville.
This event is free to all comers. The gates open at 6:30pm, and the movie starts at 7:45 p.m.
The feature movie is A Bugs Life and is suitable for all ages!
FREE POPCORN will be served. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, snacks, and drinks.
Art Reception Truly Multi-Parish
The reception Saturday night, March 23, at Gallery One EIIIEVEN in downtown Leesville featured the work of artists from Beauregard Parish, who normally display their work at Real Art DeRidder (RAD) Gallery in DeRidder.
Local gallery organizer, Tony McDonald, paired with longtime Beauregard Parish artist, Joey Governale, to curate the works of six to seven Beauregard Parish artists. The works displayed were in a variety of mediums, including pen & ink, oils, and watercolors. One of the more eye-catching works was an old satellite receiver dish that was brightly redone in a Southwest motif.
The Leesville event was well attended by Beauregard Parish natives and the local patrons. It was sponsored by District 30 State Representative Charles Owen and catered by Southern Charm from Beauregard Parish.
City of Leesville Spring Fling
The City of Leesville is presenting a Spring Fling Concert Day, Saturday, April 13, from 3 -7 p.m. on the Leesville Polk Stage on East Texas Street.
The day is free and open to the general public. Music is a mix of styles, featuring the bands Gypsy La Blue, Landon Blood, and The Parish Line Band. Activities include inflatables, face painting, cornhole boards, and more. Vendors will offer food and beverages for sale.
Seating is limited. Bring lawn chairs and dress comfortably.
Remembering Darrell Trent Brinkley
Funeral services honoring the life of Darrell Trent Brinkley were held on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Silver Creek Baptist Church with Reverends Terry McDonald and David Woodham officiating, Burial followed at Silver Creek Cemetery under the direction of Jeane’s Funeral Service. Serving as pallbearers were Billy Gordy, Kyle Seamans, Blake Gordy, Brinnen Gordy, Waylon Gordy, and Audie Seamans. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill West, Dean Stanley, Tim Merriman, Choceaux Holton, Austin Trosper, Lane Russell, Landon Basco, and Casey Benton.
Darrell Trent Brinkley was born on January 15, 1965, in Leesville to Lee and Louise Chandler Brinkley. He passed away on March 21, 2024, in Alexandria, Louisiana, at the age of 59. He is a 1983 graduate of Hicks High School. Darrell was part of the first kindergarten class at Hicks High School with Ms. Henry. Darrell was a hard worker and held many jobs in the community. He worked as a delivery driver for Pepsi, a plumber for Pete’s Plumbing, hauled pulp wood, and was the owner/operator of Darrell’s Backhoe Service. Darrell loved to hunt, fish, and play cards. He was a collector of many things, odds and ends.
Darrell was preceded in death by grandparents, Amos and Thelma Chandler; Doc “Bannon” and Retha Brinkley; cousin, Austin Chandler; aunt, Jane Chandler; and best sidekick, Randall Chandler.
He is survived by his parents, Lee and Louise Brinkley of Pitkin; children, Kristin Brinkley and Steven Jett, both of Leesville; sister, Belinda Sterne and husband Larry, of Leesville; grandkids, Braydon, Kellie, Jase, Trebor, and Koltin; his most favorite nieces, Vanessa Gordy and husband Billy, Vicki Seamans and husband Kyle, and Charity McDaniel and husband Jody; great nieces, Payton (Austin) Chasity (Lane), Carly (Landon), Tavia (Casy), London, Bella, Anna, and Harper; great nephews, Blake (Emalee), Brinnen (Cameron), Waylon (Katie), Blayd, Audie, and Kai; great great nieces, Hayden, Brinley, and Rylie; great great nephews, Tucker, Karsyn, Cody, Tripp, Jensen, Cooper, and Tatum.