The staff at Mansfield State Historic Site would like to welcome all to attend “From Servitude to Service” in honor of Black History Month on Saturday, February 17 from 2-3pm. They will share a presentation on Louisiana’s unique history of African American service during the Civil War. The event will focus on the history, evolution, and lasting legacy of the Louisiana Native Guard. 

LOST & FOUND: A remote keyfob for a vehicle was located in the parking lot of the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Main Office in Mansfield. If you are missing a keyfob to unlock your vehicle doors, please call 318.872.3956 and ask to speak with PIO, Mark Pierce.

The Gamakatsu Bassmaster Elite Series on Toledo Bend is coming up soon, February 22-25 at Cypress Bend Park in Many. Catch the fun, all events are free. Daily launch & weigh-ins: 7am & 3pm at Cypress Bend Park B.A.S.S. on the ‘Bend Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday February 24-25 from 11am-2pm. There will be a FREE concerts by Derrick McLendon, Grammy award winning, Louisiana legend Wayne Toups, Spencer Brunson and Joey Greer. FREE activities for kids — make a bracelet station, kids’ fishing tank, balloon animals, cornhole, face painting and more. For a full schedule of events visit www.ToledoBendLakeCountry.com/BASSElite.