Community meeting

The Third Ward Court Marshal’s Office hosted a meeting June 12 with community leaders and concerned citizens for an upcoming back-to-school drive for the next school term. Included was Shaun Sonia, of Sonia Inc., a non-profit entity with a goal to connect Madison County, Ala. and St. Mary Parish youth in 7th through 12th grades with safe, positive adult role models who will offer support, guidance and friendship and help the youth make healthy life decisions. Pictured are Thomas Phillips, Chief Charles Parker, Christian Wiggins, Justin Martin, Marshal Corey Burgess, Francine Burgess, Dianna Alexander, Ella Hamilton, Shaun Sonia, Karen Peters and Minister Celina Charles. For more information, contact the Third Ward Court Marshal’s Office.