Alice Faye Warren
Feb 26, 1940 — Oct 25, 2026

Alice Faye “Bird” Duraso Beaudion Warren, age 86 of Calvin, went to be with the Lord on October 25, 2026. Early in her long marriage to her beloved husband, Wiley, she acquired the nickname “Bird,” a name that stuck with her through the years. In fact, many people knew her as Bird without ever knowing that her given name was Alice.

Bird was born to the union of Freeman and Oraline Duraso on February 26, 1940, and later adopted by Jimmie and Clotilde Beaudion.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew “Wiley” Warren, Sr., both sets of parents, siblings and grandsons Cole and Justin Sanders, and longtime friend, Doris Leeper.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Andrew “Andy” Warren Jr. (Dawn), Michelle Warren, Alicia Sanders (Mike), Robby Warren, Bobby Warren (Tabitha), and Tammy Hebert (Mike); grandchildren Brooke Warren, Joey Rozelle, Jeremy Rozelle, Nicole Sanders, Cameron Warren, Collin Warren, Carden Warren, Connor Warren, Seth Warren, Coty Warren, Kylie Simmons, Ashley Touchet, Alexis Bilke; great-grandchildren Landon, Jolie, Drake, Nevaeh, Nalani, Kalani, Ilithyia, Braylen, Jesse, Waylon, Colter, and Sariah; nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her special smoking porch friends at Autumn Leaves.

Bird had many hobbies and talents. She loved taking care of her plants and watching them flourish. Her drawing and painting skills were some of her talents that she passed on to her children and grandchildren, allowing a piece of her artistic spirit to live on through the generations. She loved singing and listening to music, especially 50’s music and Celine Dion.

Bird had a wonderful sense of humor and a quick wit. Her clever, often unexpected sayings became affectionately known as “Birdisms”-little nuggets of wisdom lovingly wrapped in humor, a dash of sass, and occasionally a truth you weren’t quite ready to hear!

Her children and grandchildren were among the greatest joys of her life. Whenever they came to visit, her face would light up with a happiness that needed no words to express. She loved them deeply and carried each one in her heart and in her daily prayers. She faithfully lifted them up to the Lord, asking for His guidance, protection, and blessings over their lives. They take comfort in knowing that those prayers have already made a lasting difference and will continue to live on in the lives of those she loved for generations to come.

Friends visited with the family at Southern Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Friends may also visit with the family before the service Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 10:00 AM until service time. Funeral services will be held at Calvin Baptist Church on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Billy Verhoef and Rev. Lamar Carpenter officiating. Interment will follow in the Sanders Chapel Cemetery, near Calvin, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

In keeping with Bird’s wishes, her children will serve as her pallbearers, a final act of love and honor, lovingly carrying her to her final resting place.

The family would like to thank Autumn Leaves Nursing Home staff. She was blessed to have many loving caregivers and spoke affectionately of her extended family at the home.

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On April 3, 1783, in the same week that New Yorkers learned of the Treaty of Paris which officially ended the American Revolutionary War, proud parents William and Sarah welcomed a new boy into the world. William was a prosperous merchant who envisioned his son eventually joining the family business. As the boy grew older, however, he became less interested in his schoolwork and more interested in tales of adventure. He was the type of student who got lost in his own imagination when he was supposed to be studying. He longed for an adventure of his own. In 1798, an outbreak of yellow fever provided the boy with an unexpected adventure. To escape the epidemic, his parents sent him and his siblings to Tarrytown, New York, a small rural port town about 25 miles north of Manhattan along the Hudson River. The city boy fell in love with the countryside, especially a nearby Dutch settlement known as Slapershaven. The boy, Geoffrey Crayon, later described the settlement: “Not far from this village, perhaps about two miles, there is a little valley or rather lap of land among high hills, which is one of the quietest places in the whole world. A small brook glides through it, with just murmur enough to lull one to repose; and the occasional whistle of a quail or tapping of a woodpecker is almost the only sound that ever breaks in upon the uniform tranquility.” To Geoffrey, it was paradise.

When the threat of yellow fever subsided, the children returned to Manhattan and resumed their studies. Geoffrey continued to daydream at the expense of his education. More interested in the arts than in business, he dreamed of becoming a writer. In 1802, he began publishing articles about the local social and theater scene in the New York Morning Chronicle, a newspaper edited by his brother. In 1806, he took and barely passed the bar exam, but his passion remained writing. In 1807, he helped create a moderately successful satirical magazine in which he referred to New York City as Gotham more than 130 years before the name became associated with Batman. The War of 1812 was disastrous for many New York merchants, including Geoffrey’s family. In 1815, he traveled to England in an unsuccessful attempt to save the family’s trading company. Rather than returning home, Geoffrey remained in England to pursue his writing career. Although he failed to save the family business, his writing career thrived. His books were well received.

In 1819, Geoffrey began publishing essays and short stories in a collection called The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. His thoughts often returned to the little Dutch settlement he had visited as a boy. Slapershaven had made a lasting impression on him, and he used the peaceful community as the setting for one of his most famous stories. Geoffrey eventually returned to the United States and settled near the place that had captured his imagination as a boy. He remained there for the rest of his life. His tale became wildly popular and has never been out of print. It has been adapted for television, films, and other media. So popular was the story that the old Dutch community, originally known as Slapershaven, Dutch for Sleepers’ Harbor, eventually became known by the name in Geoffrey’s book. Geoffrey Crayon was not the name given to him by his parents, it was the pen name of Washington Irving, the author of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Happy Halloween!

Sources:

1. Washington Irving, The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent., 1820.
2. Chicago Tribune, November 30, 1859, p.1.
3. Washington Irving, Salmagundi, New York : R.F.Fenno, 1900, https://archive.org/details/salmagundi00irviiala/page/13/mode/2up.
4. Tarrytown Daily News, December 11, 1996, p.1.

© 2026 Brad Dison. All rights reserved. Remember This? is distributed for licensed publication only.

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Alice Faye Warren
February 26, 1940 — October 25, 2026
Service: Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 11am at Calvin Baptist Church, Winnfield. 

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October 13, 2026
Vernell McCoy, 35, of Winnfield, was arrested for criminal trespassing. Donald Barnes Jr., 43, of Winnfield, was arrested for criminal trespassing.

October 16, 2026
Nicholas Arrington, 45, of Winnfield, was arrested for disturbing the peace (language).

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Arrest Report

No Report Provided for the week

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Early voting for Louisiana’s November 3, 2026 election continues giving registered voters statewide the opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day.

In nearly all Louisiana parishes, early voting takes place at the local Registrar of Voters office, which is typically located inside the parish courthouse. Some larger parishes may also operate additional branch sites to accommodate local turnout.

Polling locations statewide are open from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily throughout the early voting period, excluding Sundays and state-recognized holidays.

Election officials urge voters to review their sample ballots in advance. Because ballots frequently feature a combination of candidate races, constitutional amendments, and local propositions, preparing ahead of time helps keep lines moving smoothly. Louisiana law limits voters to six minutes inside the voting booth, unless assistance has been authorized in advance.

To cast a ballot in person, voters must present a valid photo identification—such as a Louisiana driver’s license, a Louisiana Special ID card, LA Wallet digital ID, or another generally recognized picture identification card containing the voter’s name and signature. Those without a photo ID may still vote by signing an official voter affidavit.

Voters can check their registration status, review customized sample ballots, and confirm their designated polling places through the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Voter Portal at voterportal.sos.la.gov or via the free GeauxVote Mobile smartphone app.

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Winnfield Kiwanis Club President Ethel Howell (right) and longtime member Rita James (left) welcome Winn Parish Registrar of Voters Bryan Kelley (center) as the guest speaker on October 13. James originally hired Kelley as her deputy in 2011 before he succeeded her as Registrar in 2018.

WINNFIELD, LA — Winn Parish Registrar of Voters Bryan Kelley was the featured guest speaker at the Winnfield Kiwanis Club luncheon meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

Kelley was introduced by longtime Kiwanian Rita James, who shared a special professional history with the speaker. Kelley originally joined the Registrar’s office in 2011 as James’s deputy during her service as Registrar of Voters, eventually succeeding her in the role in 2018 and later serving as president of the state Registrar of Voters association.

Kelley walked Kiwanians through the unique logistics of administering parish elections, noting that intersecting school board, police jury, and municipal district lines result in 21 distinct ballot styles across Winn Parish. He also provided updates on long-term statewide voting modernization, noting that the state anticipates awarding a contract for a new voting system by the end of the year, with a statewide rollout to follow in phases.

As this article is published, early voting for the November 3 election is currently in progress at the Registrar of Voters office and will continue through next Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (closed Sunday). Voters can check their registration status, view their specific sample ballot, and locate their polling places by downloading the free GeauxVote Mobile smartphone app or visiting the Louisiana Secretary of State portal at voterportal.sos.la.gov.

The Kiwanis Club of Winnfield encourages all citizens to take part in the democratic process and recommends reviewing the non-partisan analysis published in the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana (PAR) Guide at parlouisiana.org for clear, balanced breakdowns of the 10 proposed statewide constitutional amendments appearing on the ballot.

Any questions regarding Kiwanis Club of Winnfield, LA. Contact Troy Rogers 318 648 2365. Troyr57@gmail.com

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The Winn Parish Operation Christmas Child team received the Winn Parish Chamber of Commerce 2026 Volunteer of the Year award. The Operation Christmas Child team was recognized at the Winn Chamber of Commerce annual Awards Banquet held on Tuesday, October 13.

The Operation Christmas Child team members in attendance were Ginny Koeppen, Church Relations Team member; Jeanine Ford, Area Coordinator; Candy Bedgood, Drop Off Team Leader and Church Relations Team member; and Mary Carpenter, Church Relations Team member.

Thanks to the Winn Parish Chamber of Commerce for honoring Operation Christmas Child with the 2026 Volunteer of the Year award.

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Winn Parish residents can expect an extended stretch of sunny skies, warm afternoon temperatures and cool overnight conditions through Sunday, according to the forecast provided from the National Weather Service.

High temperatures are expected to remain in the lower to middle 80s throughout the forecast period, while overnight lows will fall into the lower 50s. No rainfall is included in the forecast through Sunday, providing several days of favorable weather conditions across the parish.

Wednesday will bring sunny skies with a high near 84 degrees. Winds will be calm before becoming northeast around 5 mph. Clear skies are expected Wednesday night, with temperatures dropping to around 51 degrees.

Thursday will continue the stretch of pleasant fall weather, with sunshine and a high near 85 degrees. Clear skies will continue Thursday night as temperatures fall to around 50 degrees.

Friday will feature sunny conditions and an afternoon high near 85 degrees. Mostly clear skies are expected Friday night, with an overnight low around 51 degrees.

Saturday will offer another day of sunshine, with temperatures reaching approximately 84 degrees. Saturday night will be mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to around 52 degrees.

Sunday will remain pleasant, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 82 degrees.

The extended forecast indicates favorable conditions for outdoor activities, sporting events and weekend gatherings throughout Winn Parish. Residents can expect warm afternoons followed by cooler evenings and mornings as the area continues to experience mild fall weather.

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A total of 420 early and absentee votes have been recorded in Winn Parish through October 20, 2026, according to statistics released by Winn Parish Registrar of Voters Bryan E. Kelley.

Of the total ballots recorded, 293 were cast in person, accounting for approximately 69.8% of the total. Another 127 ballots, or 30.2%, were submitted through absentee voting by mail.

The figures also provide a demographic breakdown of voters who have participated in the election process.

According to the Registrar of Voters Office, 346 voters were identified as White, 67 as Black and seven as other racial classifications.

Female voters accounted for 239 of the ballots recorded, representing approximately 56.9% of the total, while male voters accounted for 181 ballots, or 43.1%.

The statistics also included a breakdown by political party registration. Registered Republicans accounted for 250 ballots, or approximately 59.5% of the total. Registered Democrats accounted for 101 ballots, or 24%, while voters affiliated with other parties or registration categories accounted for 69 ballots, or approximately 16.4%.

The party registration figures reflect the affiliations of participating voters and do not indicate which candidates received their votes.

The numbers represent early and absentee voting activity reported through October 20 and are not final election turnout figures.

Residents seeking additional information about voting or election procedures may contact the Winn Parish Registrar of Voters Office at 318-628-6133 or by email at winnrov@sos.la.gov.

The office is located at 119 W. Main Street, Room 105, in Winnfield.

Source: Bryan E. Kelley, CERA, Winn Parish Registrar of Voters.

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Louisiana voters will consider 10 proposed amendments to the state constitution in the Nov. 3, 2026, election, addressing issues ranging from property taxes and gubernatorial term limits to the right to bail and property expropriation.

The Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana (PAR), a nonpartisan educational and research organization, has released its Guide to the Fall 2026 Constitutional Amendments to help voters better understand the proposals before heading to the polls.

For five decades, PAR has provided detailed analysis of proposed constitutional amendments, outlining what each measure would change and presenting arguments from both supporters and opponents.

The guide does not endorse or oppose any of the amendments. Instead, it provides voters with information to help them make their own decisions.

The 10 amendments appearing on the November ballot were approved by lawmakers during the 2025 and 2026 regular legislative sessions. Each proposal received the required two-thirds vote in both the Louisiana House and Senate to advance to voters. A simple majority of votes cast on each amendment is required for its adoption.

The proposed changes address property taxes, the right to bail, gubernatorial term limits, retirement debt, water utility lines and property expropriation rules.

Seven of the 10 proposals would modify Article VII of the Louisiana Constitution, which governs state finances and taxation.

Since Louisiana voters ratified the current constitution in 1974, they have considered 330 proposed amendments, approving 221 of them. The 10 proposals on this fall’s ballot will bring the total number considered to 340.

PAR notes that a constitution is intended to establish the fundamental principles of government, including its structure, powers and citizens’ rights, while statutory laws generally address the details of government operations.

Louisiana’s constitution, however, has continued to expand as lawmakers propose additional provisions, including measures that could otherwise be addressed through state law.

The PAR Guide to the Fall 2026 Constitutional Amendments examines all 10 proposals in the order they will appear on the ballot, providing voters with an opportunity to review the potential changes before Election Day.

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Gather your bravest friends and head to Timber Ridge Adventure Park in Natchitoches for two haunting experiences in one location. Venture into the sinister Louisiana woods of Deadfall Trail, then step into Alice’s Madhouse in 3D, where Wonderland takes a terrifying turn.

Make it a night out with friends, a date night with a little more screaming, or the Halloween tradition your crew looks forward to all year. Just decide who’s going first before you arrive.

Dark Woods opens select Friday and Saturday nights in October 2026 at Timber Ridge Adventure Park, 4343 University Parkway in Natchitoches.

The last scream you hear may be your own.

Choose your night and buy tickets at DarkWoodsHaunt.com.

4343 University Parkway
Natchitoches, Louisiana

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The winners will be selected from the statewide pool of eligible qualifiers each day. Winners will be notified of their Win!

There is no cost to participate.

Contest Rules

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WINNFIELD – With four members of District 4-2A currently sitting between No. 18 and No. 28, the final three weeks of the regular season is going to be dog eat dog.

Two of those dogs will face each other Friday as Winnfield (4-3, 1-1) hosts Many (2-5, 1-0).

No. 21 Winnfield enters at No. 21 with No. 27 Many just inside the playoff picture in Week 8.

Winnfield is at the beginning of a three-game homestand as both Tigers try to improve their playoff position in the 28-team field.

Both teams have dropped three of their last four games, but Many topped Red River (43-22) to snap its three-game slide this past week.

Winnfield couldn’t complete its comeback in the final minutes of a 20-14 loss at Lakeside, dropping their third game in four tries after a 3-0 start.

“Lakeside played well – they had a plan and executed it well,” said Winnfield coach Byron Keller. “We started off slow. We have to start quickly and put pressure on our opponents.”

A quick Winnfield start allows the Tigers’ running game and offensive line to chip away at the defense, whereas clawing back from a deficit decreases that effect.

Many has similar ideas in wanting to lean on its power running game behind the shoulders of stud running back Daniel Thomas, who has 1,250 rushing yards and topped 3,000 for his career.

But Many found a bit of a passing game with freshman Luke McCarty throwing for 61 yards on 3-of-4 after completing just nine passes (with seven interceptions) through his first six games.

They found a way to bounce back from an overtime loss on the road at Avoyelles to club Red River, 43-22, to open district play.

“They are a tough, physical, gritty football team,” Keller said. “They played a tough pre-district schedule and have played well as of late.

“We have to be the most physical team and limit the mistakes.”

Winnfield’s 45-player roster is deeper than most Class 2A schools – but Many coach Tyler Hassell has hunted his halls to rebuild a roster (66 players) of a program that suffered through a winless season in 2024 despite a championship pedigree for the last decade.The battle in the trenches will likely be the tipping point of this clash, but Winnfield has an ace up its sleeve in special teams.

The Tigers mauled their way back against Lakeside thanks to a Gabe Wren kickoff return for a touchdown. Winnfield also blocked a punt and had another scoring kickoff return wiped out by penalty.

Winnfield just has to avoid mistakes and finish drives.

“(Special teams) is really important to us, and it’s one of the most overlooked phases in the game,” Keller said. “We played well in the special teams portion except for the touchdown called back.

“That one return would have switched the momentum of the game in our favor.”

Mansfield (6-1, 1-0) appears to be in the driver’s seat in this district as they host Red River on Friday, but the Wolverines have to travel to Many and Winnfield to close out the season.

A Winnfield win over Many means the Tigers can win at least a share of the district title without having to leave their home stadium again.

The Tigers step out of district play to bring in Jennings in Week 9 and finish with Mansfield in Week 10.

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