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10/28/2026

RESERVE SPOTLIGHT - Deputy John Paul #535

Deputy John Paul has served with the Union Parish Sheriff’s Office Reserve Division for approximately six years. At a point when life had begun to feel like little more than going to work and coming home, John wanted something that provided a greater sense of purpose and an opportunity to make a difference. Becoming a Reserve Deputy provided exactly that.

Outside of the Sheriff’s Office, John works as a Safety Specialist for Delek US at the El Dorado Refinery. He has also continued developing his law enforcement skills through interdiction training.

For John, reserve service is about making his community safer for his own family and for the other families who call Union Parish home. That personal connection to the community continues to be one of the biggest reasons he serves.

Interested in serving your community with the Union Parish Sheriff’s Office Reserve Division? Learn more and apply at:
https://unionsheriff.com/employment/

10/25/2026

Proud to support the Fall Festival this year. This festival is growing and is a great safe, event for kids to dress up and get mountains of candy!

Sgt Jordan Harris, Sgt Greg Taylor, Deputy James Ellis and Deputy Jake Halley.

10/24/2026

Our Reserve Deputies are currently providing a law enforcement presence at the 2026 Bayou D'Arbonne Folk Festival in downtown Farmerville today.

If you see these deputies, be sure to say hello and thank them for helping keep our community safe!

Representing our Reserve Division are:

Sergeant Donnie Knight
Sergeant Thomas (Tommy) Eubanks
Deputy Bill Barr
Deputy James Ellis

Events like this bring our community together, and we're glad to help provide a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone attending.

Our Reserve Division continues to support community events throughout Union Parish, made possible through the dedication of our deputies and the generous support of local businesses and residents.

10/24/2026

Tonight, the Union Parish Sheriff's Office Reserve Division was proud to be on hand for the football matchup between Union Parish High School and D'Arbonne Woods Charter School!

While these two teams may be rivals on the field and separated by Lake D'Arbonne, they both call Union Parish home. We're proud to support both schools and help provide a safe environment for the players, students, families, and fans.

We would like to recognize the following Reserve Deputies who worked alongside several full-time deputies at tonight's game:

- Lieutenant Matthew Ford
- Sergeant Donnie Knight
- Deputy Kaleb Trichell
- Deputy Robert Neel
- Deputy Bill Barr
- Deputy Jake Halley
- Deputy James Ellis

We also want to send our thoughts and prayers to #23 from D'Arbonne Woods Charter School, who was transported by ambulance for medical evaluation following a hard hit during the game. We hope everything checks out well and ask our community to keep this young athlete and his family in your prayers.

10/23/2026

Tonight, Lieutenant Matthew Ford and Sergeant Jordan Harris represented the Union Parish Sheriff's Office Reserve Division while working a security detail at the Union Parish Chamber of Commerce's Meet the Candidate Night at the Willie Davis Recreation Center in Farmerville.

Our Reserve Deputies are proud to support community events that bring residents together and encourage civic engagement.

As a volunteer organization, our Reserve Division remains committed to serving Union Parish through law enforcement support, special events, and community involvement.

Thank you to the Union Parish Chamber of Commerce for inviting us to such an important event for our community.

10/21/2026

RESERVE SPOTLIGHT - Sgt. Jordan Harris #534

Sgt. Jordan Harris has served three years with the Union Parish Sheriff’s Office Reserve Division and has approximately 10 years of total law enforcement experience. After spending six years as a full-time law enforcement officer, joining the Reserve Division gave Jordan a way to continue serving the public while pursuing a different full-time career.

Jordan currently manages parts and production at Auto Body Specialist in West Monroe, where he works alongside his father, one of the company’s owners. His law enforcement and public service background includes service as a Deputy Coroner with the Union Parish Coroner’s Office, a part-time officer with the Marion Police Department, and full-time service with the Union Parish Sheriff’s Office, Ruston Police Department, and Farmerville Police Department. He later remained with Farmerville PD as a reserve officer. Jordan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Louisiana at Monroe and previously served as a K-9 handler during his time with Farmerville Police.

For Jordan, serving as a Reserve Deputy means being able to serve the same community where he grew up and now lives. Knowing many of the people he encounters personally gives that service additional meaning. Jordan was named the 2025 Reserve Deputy of the Year and recently became Chief of Police-elect for the Village of Spearsville.

Outside of law enforcement, Jordan’s life centers around his wife and daughter. He enjoys hunting during the winter, spending time on the lake during the summer, and is also a scuba diver.

Interested in serving your community with the Union Parish Sheriff’s Office Reserve Division? Learn more and apply at:
https://unionsheriff.com/employment/

10/18/2026

It was another busy weekend for the Union Parish Sheriff's Office Reserve Division! Our Reserve Deputies volunteered their time to provide law enforcement support throughout our community at several events, including:

-Union Parish Football Game

-D'Arbonne Woods Charter School Football Game

-Union Parish High School Homecoming Parade

-Pink Out Cancer Awareness Event

-ULM vs. Louisiana Tech Football Game

-Additional Patrols Following Football Games

What makes all of this possible? The generosity of our community!

Our Reserve Division is a volunteer organization made up of deputies who dedicate their personal time to serving and protecting Union Parish. Much of what we do is made possible through the generous donations and continued support of local businesses, community members, and organizations that believe in our mission.

These contributions help provide the equipment, resources, and support necessary for our deputies to continue serving wherever they are needed.

To every business owner, individual, and organization that has supported our Reserve Division. THANK YOU! Your generosity makes a real difference, not only for our deputies but for the communities we proudly serve.

And to our Reserve Deputies who continue to give their time, often sacrificing evenings and weekends away from their families, your dedication does not go unnoticed.

We volunteer our time. Our community makes it possible. Together, we make Union Parish stronger.

10/18/2026

Supporting Our Community, Supporting a Great Cause!

On Saturday, October 17th, members of the Union Parish Sheriff's Office Reserve Division were proud to serve at the Think Pink 2026 Community Day in downtown Farmerville.

Our Reserve Deputies spent the afternoon visiting with residents, supporting event activities, and helping provide a safe environment for everyone attending.

We would like to recognize the following Reserve Deputies for their service during the event:

- Sergeant Donnie Knight
- Sergeant Thomas Eubanks
- Deputy Bill Barr
- Deputy John Roberts
- Deputy Lacey Burch

Events like this remind us that serving our community goes beyond law enforcement. It's about building relationships, showing support, and coming together for causes that matter.

Thank you to these deputies for their dedication and willingness to serve, and to everyone who helped make this event possible!

10/14/2026

RESERVE SPOTLIGHT - Capt. Chad Nolan #522

Capt. Chad Nolan has been part of the Union Parish Sheriff’s Office Reserve Division since March 2005, giving him more than two decades of service. Growing up with close ties to the first responder community, Chad developed a desire to serve the community where he was raised. Although he moved to Lincoln Parish in 2012, he continues to consider Union Parish home and spends a great deal of his time here.

Outside of the Sheriff’s Office, Chad has worked for Energy Transfer since 2001. His public service background also includes serving with the Rocky Branch Fire Department from approximately 2001 to 2012. Chad is also a licensed United States Coast Guard Captain.

During his years with the Reserve Division, Chad has served in the ranks of Sergeant, Lieutenant, and now Captain. His service has also resulted in multiple lifesaving awards and commendations.

When he gets a chance to step away from work and public service, Chad enjoys hunting and fishing. After more than 20 years with the Reserve Division, he remains an important part of its leadership and history.

Interested in serving your community with the Union Parish Sheriff’s Office Reserve Division? Learn more and apply at:
https://unionsheriff.com/employment/

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710 Holder Road
Farmerville, LA
71241

Telephone

+13183683124

Website

http://UnionSheriff.com/

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