www.RichlandToday.com Thursday, July 30, 2020 The Richland Beacon-News Year 151, No. 18 Rayville, La 1 Section, 8 Pages $1 Editorial Broadband Internet is essential to rural America Strengthening access to broadband ser- tisan support. Already, offi cials from both vices in rural America is a priority for the sides of the aisle have signaled their at- wellbeing of our nation – it will ensure that tention to this issue, and have recognized everyone has the ability to engage with the importance of expanding broadband the world in a meaningful way. Despite access to all Americans. Republicans and the extensive progress that we have made Democrats must use this common ground over the past two decades to expand inter- to increase broadband access through in- net coverage, roughly 18 million Ameri- frastructure funding which will enable cans still do not have access to broadband greater broadband connectivity. In turn, at home. For too long our networks have more funding and a robust technologi- left some of our fellow citizens out, and its cal infrastructure will help close the rural time that we get to work to fi x this gap. availability divide, and bring fast internet We at Louisiana State Newspapers, pro- to everyone across the country. vide community news coverage in 23 mu- Despite strong investment from the pri- National champions nicipalities located in 13 parishes across vate sector on this front, we need federal Congratulations to the 2020 Louisiana Havok 10U World Series Champions. this state. Information is our business, and policy to step in and help get the job done. The team traveled to Ocean Springs, Miss., and competed in the USSSA Sum- we know fi rsthand that the internet has Our nation only stands to benefi t from mer Games bringing the title back to Louisiana. Members are, back row, Coach revolutionized how folks read the news closing the digital divide. Increasing rural Jared Twiner, Branten Twiner, Keller Bradley, Jenson Hurley, Nolan Gandy, Ry- and communicate with the world. Many of broadband will make it easier for kids to lan Smith and Coach Nathan Medlin; and, front row, Coach Todd Hough, Aiden our readers have moved exclusively online, access information for their schooling, lo- Twiner, Camryn Medlin, Layton Hough, Dan Evans, Tyler Gix, Jace Coleman and get all of their information from our cal businesses to expand their marketplace, and Coach Jason Hurley. online news service. This trend will only and for folks to fi nd a job and get back to accelerate as our technology improves; work. Congress must take action to include therefore, it is crucial that all Americans funding in some form of COVID relief are caught up to speed with the pace of this stimulus effort. Public schools reschedule fi rst day rapid technological change. In order to stay We look forward to the coming push to The Richland Parish School System the current school calendar can be found updated, we must invest in our rural broad- make fast internet a reality for every Amer- has rescheduled the fi rst day of school by visiting the Richland Parish School band coverage. ican. for public school students to Aug. 26. Board website at http://richland.k12. Despite all of the gridlock in Washing- The school opening plan, updates and la.us. ton, this issue should receive strong bipar- Louisiana State Newspapers District attorney, judges unopposed after qualifying Following qualifying, all sion C. Constables running un- Columbia; and John Brad “Vinny” Mendoza, Inde- se P. Lagarde, Democrat, three incumbent Fifth Judi- Justices of the Peace tak- opposed are Linda McK- Tatum, no party, of Colum- pendent, Ponchatoula; Ja- Amite; Martin Lemelle Jr., cial District Court judges ing offi ce unopposed are inney of Delhi in Ward 1, bia. mar Montgomery, no party, Democrat, Ruston; Luke and the district attorney will Randol “Mack” McKinney Jonathan Crow of Rayville Statewide races include Shreveport; Dustin Murphy, J. Letlow, Republican, take offi ce unopposed. of Delhi in Ward 1; Brenda in Ward 3 and Jeffery L. U.S. Senator, U.S. Repre- Republican, Eros; Adrian Start;”Scotty” Robinson, Penny Douciere of Ray- Reddick of Rayville in Ward Boughton of Mangham in sentative for District 5, as- Perkins, Democrat, Shreve- Republican, West Monroe; ville, who was appointed as 2, “Chris” Temple of Ray- Ward 5. sociate justice of the state port; Antoine Pierce, Demo- and Phillip Snowden, Dem- district attorney following ville in Ward 3 and William Those qualifying for the Supreme Court and public crat, Baton Rouge; Melinda ocrat, Monroe. the retirement of Mack Lan- “Billy” Bruce Jr. of Mang- position of constable in service commissioner for Mary Price, other, Luling; Those qualifying for the caster earlier this year was ham in Ward 5. Ward 2 are Leo Lyle, Re- District 5. Aaron C. Sigler, Libertar- position of Associate Jus- unopposed in her bid for Competing for the of- publican, of Rayville; and Those qualifying for ian, Hammond; and Peter tice Supreme Court, 4th district attorney. fi ce of Justice of the Peace Stella Sorey, Independent, the position of U. S. Sena- Wenstrup, Democrat, New Supreme Court District are Clay Hamilton of Oak in Ward 4 are “Jim” Ar- of Rayville. tor were Beryl Billiot, no Orleans. Shannon Gremillion, Re- Grove was unopposed for chibald, Republican, of Ar- Those qualifying for the party, Kentwood; John Paul Those qualifying for the publican, Alexandria; and the position of District chibald; and Jackson Torrey, position of constable in Bourgeois, no party, Gretna; position of U. S. Repre- Jay McCallum, Republican, Judge 5th Judicial District Independent, of Rayville. Ward 4 are Terry L. Gwin, “Bill” Cassidy, Republican, sentative 5th Congressional Farmerville. Court, Division A while in- Those competing for the Republican, of Archibald; Baton Rouge; Reno Jean D District are Sandra “Candy” Those qualifying for the cumbent Will Rhymes Bar- position of Justice of the and Weldon Torrey Sr., no are t III, no party, Metairie; Christophe, Democrat, Al- position of PSC District 5 ham of Rayville is return- Peace Justice in Wards 6 & party, of Rayville. Derrick “Champ” Edwards, exandria; Allen Guillory are Foster Campbell, Demo- ing to the offi ce in division 7 are Brenda Daniels, Re- Those qualifying for the Democrat, Harvey; “Xan” Sr., Republican, Opelousas; crat, Bossier City; Shane B and Stephen G. “Steve” publican, of Rayville; and position of Constable in John, other, Lafayette; Da- Lance Harris, Republican, Smiley, Republican, Mon- Dean of Winnsboro is re- “Cody” Uehling, Republi- Wards 6 and 7 are Donald vid Drew Knight, Demo- Alexandria; “Matt” Hasty, roe; and Scotty Waggoner, turning to the offi ce in Dvi- can, Columbia. Oliveaux, Republican, of crat, New Orleans; M.V. Republican, Pineville; Jes- Republican, West Monroe. McCallum seeks spot Nutritionist offers tips on state supreme court for saving food dollars Judge Jay McCallum Louisiana State University By Kimberly Butcher on a limited budget. Next, make a grocery qualifi ed July 22 to run for Law Center. Judge McCal- Special Report First, fi gure out how list of all the foods you the open Louisiana Supreme lum has served as a Prosecu- much money you have will need to prepare the Court position, formerly tor, a State Representative, a Summertime is here for food for the week meals and snacks on held by retired Justice Mar- District Court Judge, and a and the kids have been or month. Then, plan your menus. You also cus Clark. Court of Appeal Judge. He out of school for months your menus for several may want to keep an on- Judge McCallum has re- has 18 years Judicial experi- now due to the global days or a week. Think going list of the items ceived endorsements from ence as a judge and 35 years pandemic, COVID-19. about what foods you you need. Check the re- law enforcement in 15 of the legal experience as an attor- Chances are, you and want to feed your fam- frigerator, freezer, and 20 parishes that comprise ney. your family are eating ily for meals and snacks. cupboard for foods you Supreme Court District 4. Judge McCallum and his more meals and snacks Consider their favor- already have on hand. Judge McCallum, who wife Deanna Dunham Mc- at home during this quar- ites when you plan your Once you are ready currently serves on the Sec- Jay McCallum Callum, a Franklin Parish antine. Summer happens menus. Also, have your to head to the grocery ond Circuit Court of Ap- native, have two children. to be one of the most children help plan meals store, there are a few tips peal, is a much sought-after including commencement Their daughter Sarah Kath- expensive seasons of and snacks. Children are to keep in mind: Continuing Legal Educa- audiences of Louisiana Tech erine, a sophomore at LSU, the year, which means more likely to eat foods Commit to sticking tion instructor, motivational University and University of was Miss Louisiana’s Out- a tighter food budget they helped choose. In- to your shopping list to and inspirational speaker, Louisiana at Monroe. standing Teen 2016. Their for most families. With clude meals like casse- avoid impulse buying. as well as law enforcement Judge McCallum is a son John, a Harvard gradu- some time and planning, roles, stews, soups, and Grocery stores use educational instructor. He Northeast Louisiana Uni- ate, and his wife Brooke live you and your family can stir-fries that “stretch” marketing strategies, is best known for using versity (now ULM) gradu- in Seattle, Washington and enjoy nutritious, bal- the expensive items on humor to instruct, inspire, ate who received his Juris are expecting their fi rst child anced meals and snacks your list.