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In this episode of LPSS District Download, Livingston Parish Public Schools Superintendent Jody Purvis sits down with Livingston Parish Public Schools Business Manager Jason Ard as they cover the important partnership between the sheriff and Livingston Parish Public Schools. The Sheriff discusses many programs including the Safety Detail, SRO’s, Truancy Officers and New Laws in Louisiana regarding drugs within a certain radius of a public school, Timestamps 00:15 Safety Partnership 02:05 SRO Program Begins 06:43 School Security Team 14:33 Tax Plan Reworked 17:46 Handling Threats Fast 24:28 Truancy Support 30:27 New Marijuana Law 33:28 Traffic Safety Reminders #LPSO #LivingstonParish #publicschools #louisiana #districtdownload #podcast

In this episode, Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard sits down with Livingston Parish President Randy DeLatte as he discusses how opioid settlement funds are being used locally, with spending focused on prevention, education, training, and recovery services. They discuss the parish’s “One Pill Can Kill” campaign, outreach efforts in schools and the detention center, and the overdose trends and enforcement actions that followed the addition of narcotics agents and arrests of major dealers.  Timestamps 00:43 Parish Partnership Begins 04:14 Limits on Settlement Funds 06:54 Education Over Addiction 27:17 Jail Space  39:34 Growing a Destination Parish 44:27 Future Projects and Leadership Keywords Livingston Parish,2016 flood,podcast,behind the scenes,louisiana,Randy Delatte,

In this series of “Behind The Scenes”,  Sheriff Jason Ard recounts the August 2016 flood in Livingston Parish, Louisiana.  The Sheriff sits down with former Louisiana Congressman Garret Graves as they discuss his fight in Washington to secure funding for this disaster and crash through the red tape, from securing housing for flood victims to ending the “duplication of benefits” clause with FEMA. Timestamps 07:00 Finding Housing  16:00 D.C. red-tape 25:00 Protecting Families 30:00 Aftermath Keywords Livingston Parish,2016 flood,podcast,behind the scenes,louisiana,Garret Graves,

In this series of “Behind The Scenes”,  Sheriff Jason Ard recounts the August 2016 flood in Livingston Parish, Louisiana.  The Sheriff sits down with former Livingston Parish President Layton Ricks as they recall aspects of responding to the disaster from both a state and federal level including FEMA, the National Guard and other state agencies amid mounting concerns of closed bridges, looting and shortages of shelters.   Timestamps 05:09 Families in the Flood 13:11 Leadership Under Pressure 24:36 The First Days After 32:55 A Changed Parish 36:40 Air View of Damage 39:56 The Hardest Challenge Keywords Livingston Parish,2016 flood,podcast,behind the scenes,louisiana,Layton Ricks,

In this series of “Behind The Scenes”,  Sheriff Jason Ard recounts the August 2016 flood in Livingston Parish, Louisiana.  The Sheriff sits down with Dr. Mark Crosby of Live Oak Church and Major Perry Rushing as they recount several rescues during the flood, using the church facilities at Live Oak Church for shelter during the event and the flooding of the Livingston Parish Detention Center. Timestamps 5:03 Watson Goes Under 8:25 Building a Rescue Path 10:40 Live Oak Becomes Shelter 15:30 Jail Evacuation Crisis 35:09 Waking Up Survivors 41:54 Inmates Relocated Safely 47:46 Lessons for Future Disasters 52:39 Leadership Through Experience Keywords Livingston Parish,2016 flood,podcast,behind the scenes,louisiana,Live Oak Church,

In this series of “Behind The Scenes”,  Sheriff Jason Ard recounts the August 2016 flood in Livingston Parish, Louisiana.  The Sheriff sits down with Holden Fire Chief Warren Stewart and Springfield Fire Chief Brian Drury as they recount how they organized the rescues throughout the parish. Timestamps 02:43 Flooding Hits Fast 11:08 Social Media Saves Lives 18:02 Volunteers Step Up 22:01 Shelters Fill and Move 23:17 Borrowed Boat, Big Rescue 30:18 Strong Chiefs, Strong Parish Keywords Livingston Parish,2016 flood,podcast,behind the scenes,louisiana,dispatch

In this series of “Behind The Scenes”,  Sheriff Jason Ard recounts the August 2016 flood in Livingston Parish, Louisiana.  The Sheriff sits down with Major Chad McGovern who was the Special Operations Chief during the flood of 2016 as they recount the ramp up and initial first day of major flooding throughout Livingston Parish. Timestamps 05:32 Dispatch Center Evacuation 13:19 Call Overflow Crisis 22:43 Watson Rescue Challenges 32:36 Vehicles Lost in Flood 37:37 Walmart Standoff Rescue 40:53 Deputies Need Shelter 49:14 Looting Concerns Rise 56:06 Chasing Helicopters Keywords Livingston Parish,2016 flood,podcast,behind the scenes,louisiana,dispatch

In this series of “Behind The Scenes”,  Sheriff Jason Ard recounts the August 2016 flood in Livingston Parish, Louisiana.  The Sheriff sits down with the Fire Chief for District #4 in Livingston Parish, James Wascom, As they recount the first rescue efforts as law enforcement and fire departments used boats, high-water vehicles, helicopters, and airboats to reach people trapped in flooded neighborhoods, on rooftops, and in attics. Timestamps 02:15 Rescue Mode 10:11 A Parish Underwater 18:31 Revival Temple Flooding 31:44 Thousands of Rescues 39:55 Communication Breaks Down 45:25 Preparing for Looters 49:43 Did the Sheriff Flood? Keywords Livingston Parish,2016 flood,fire district 4,podcast,behind the scenes,louisiana,

In this episode of “Behind The Scenes”,  Sheriff Jason Ard sits down with Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill as they discuss her department’s mission to combat online predators through Louisiana’s ICAC task force , abortion pills illegally mailed into the state of Louisiana, and staying ahead of technology to enforce law in Louisiana. Timestamps 01:51 Fighting Online Predators 08:11 Abortion Pills and State Law 18:30 AG Powers Explained 23:00 The New White Van 31:56 Tracking Dangerous Apps 35:33 Grooming, Extortion, and AI 44:32 Holding Tech Accountable 48:19 Closing In on Predators Keywords local law enforcement, anonymous tips, detectives, Liz Murrill, Louisiana Attorney General

In this episode of “Behind The Scenes”,  Sheriff Jason Ard sits down with Desmond Kennedy and Rashan Williams of “Beyond Bars”. Beyond Bars is a youth-focused violence prevention and deterrence initiative led by Capital Region Crime Stoppers and the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections. Timestamps 02:09 Desmond Shares His Past 11:54 Rashan Williams Tells His Story 17:49 Gang Life in Louisiana 23:14 Learning From Prison 25:06 Regret and Redemption 27:24 Personal Responsibility Matters 29:21 Protecting the Program 36:59 Call to Support Mentoring Keywords local law enforcement, anonymous tips, detectives, Youth Crime, Baton Rouge Crime Stoppers, Beyond Bars

In this episode of “Behind The Scenes”,  Sheriff Jason Ard sits down with Capital Region Crime Stoppers to discuss their partnership with the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office. They explain how the program collects anonymous tips through phone, web, and the P3 app, how information is routed to detectives, and how rewards are handled, including the First 48 program for certain homicide tips. They also give a brief history of Crime Stoppers and describe the local program’s long operation since 1982, including its anonymous tip system, rewards, and crime-solving work. Finally, we talk about the move from Baton Rouge Crime Stoppers to Capital Region Crime Stoppers to reflect the nine-parish coverage area, and they discuss the Beyond Bars: Choices and Consequences outreach program for schools and community events. Timestamps 03:11 Crime Stoppers History 08:31 Anonymous Tip Process 11:58 Reenactments and News 16:24 Beyond Bars Program 21:39 Funding and Donations Keywords Capital Region Crime Stoppers, local law enforcement, anonymous tips, detectives, First 48 program, homicide tips, Baton Rouge Crime Stoppers, Beyond Bars: Choices and Consequences

In this episode we speak with Lieutenant Paul Golmon about his nearly 33-year career in law enforcement and his work as Livingston Parish’s first school resource officer. We discuss the end of the school year, including graduations and parties, and the need for parents to pay close attention to underage drinking, impaired driving, and supervision. We also cover how school resource officers handle issues such as theft, missing students, weapons, drugs, senior pranks, and vaping, and how they work with school staff to support students and keep them in school.

In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard, we explore the 2008 disappearance of Barbara Blount, a case that remains unresolved and deeply affects the Holden, Louisiana community. We discuss the perplexing circumstances of her vanishing, including the state of her home when she was reported missing, and the challenges faced by investigators due to severe weather impacting search efforts. Sheriff Ard and detectives recount their experiences at the scene and the investigative process, highlighting key details such as the cordless phone found nearby and the implications of her home's condition. Through the reflections of law enforcement officials, we emphasize the ongoing quest for justice and the importance of community involvement in uncovering new leads. This episode serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of unresolved cases and the hope for closure in Barbara's story.

In this episode, I explore the critical functions of the Uniform Patrol Division at the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office with Lieutenants Billy Thomas and Trey Roberts. We discuss the challenges of policing in our rapidly growing community, the unpredictable nature of first responder work, and the importance of education and public safety. The lieutenants share insights on rigorous training, handling high-stakes scenarios, and community engagement efforts like the Christmas Crusade. We emphasize the need for compassion and understanding in officer-community interactions, highlighting the dedication of our patrol officers in maintaining safety and trust in Livingston Parish.

In this episode of "Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard," I focus on the critical role of the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office in tackling online threats to children. Joined by Deputy Brandon Ma and Kyle Hotard, we discuss a case involving a 36-year-old predator, highlighting the undercover operations that help ensnare individuals who exploit minors online. We explore the grooming techniques used by predators and the importance of parental education on online risks. This conversation underscores the community's need for vigilance and the collaborative efforts among law enforcement agencies to combat such crimes. We aim to empower families with knowledge and encourage ongoing dialogue about protecting children from digital dangers.