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October 12, 2000

Haynesville To Decide Fate Of Schools In January
- School Board Adopts Parishwide Uniform Policy
By Susan T. Herring,  Editor, The Guardian-Journal

The Claiborne Parish School Board Passed A Resolution In Support Of The Stelly Plan, Which Is Amendments 2 And 3 On The November 7 Ballot. If Both Amendments Pass, Teacher Salaries In Louisiana Will Be Raised To The Southern Regional Average. The Claiborne Parish School Board, at their regular meeting October 5, unanimously approved the proposal presented by Haynesville school board members--A.J. Coleman, Kent Toney, and A.L. Guinn, to renovate and construct new school buildings in Haynesville. The board approved calling a special election January 20, 2001 for $8.1 million general obligation bonds in School District 11. The proposal should require an ad valorem tax of 35 mills over 20 years, with an interest rate of not more than 8 percent per annum.

State Police Investigating Missing Funds In Haynesville
By Susan T. Herring,  Editor, The Guardian-Journal

Lee Harrell, Detective Sargeant with the North District Detective Division of the State Police, said his staff met with former Haynesville town clerk Marilyn Bush and her attorneys on Friday, October 6. He said Bush was cooperating with the investigation into the town's missing funds uncovered by the town auditor Mike Rabinowitz, while conducting the annual audit for the town.

Gallot Wins Representative Seat, James Continues As
Athens Mayor

- Voter Turnout Low--Only 6,252 Of 24,983 Registered Voted Saturday

By Susan T. Herring,  Editor, The Guardian-Journal

Ruston Attorney Richard J. "Rick" Gallot, Jr. is headed to Baton Rouge Tuesday, October 17 to be sworn in as State Representative in District 11. Gallot won the election last Saturday, knocking three other candidates out of a runoff election for the seat held by the late Representative Pinkie Wilkerson. Gallot said he will spend the day in orientation while at the state capitol and begin getting acquainted with his new duties.

Jury Receives Offer For Help In Rural Areas Without Water
By Susan T. Herring,  Editor, The Guardian-Journal

J. W. Hellume with Rural Community Service attended the regular work session of the Claiborne Parish Police Jury on October 5, and offered his assistance in planning, developing, and funding those areas in the parish presently not connected to a water system. Hellume said he would work with the Jury to secure funds to help provide water to approximately 150 to 200 homes in the parish.

October 12, 2000

Pelican Dolls To Hold Baked Potato Supper Friday - The Homer High School Pelican Dolls will be selling "Baked Potato Plates" on Friday, October 13, from 4:30-6:30 PM, prior to the football game between Homer and North DeSoto. Tickets are $4 and include a "large" baked potato with your choice of butter, cheese, sour cream, bacon bits, ham, green onions, chili, jalapenos. Plate also includes homemade dessert and tea.   New Hope Church To Host Basketball Tournament - The New Hope Church Family will sponsor a basketball tournament on Saturday, October 14, and Sunday, October 15 beginning at 12 noon at the Homer Jr. High gym. Admission to the game will be $3 for adults and $2 for children 17 and under. For more info call 927-4777 or 927-5209.   Haynesville Quarterback Club Fund-raiser Oct. 14 - The Haynesville Quarterback Club is holding its' annual fund-raiser, The Tornado Frolics on Saturday, October 14 at the Claiborne Parish Fair Barn in Haynesville. The annual cakewalk, rides and games will begin at 5 PM followed by entertainment. The auction will begin at 7 PM. Everyone is welcome for a good time of food, fun, and entertainment.   Claiborne Academy Will Play Glenbrook Here Friday - Claiborne Academy will play Glenbrook Academy here Friday, October 13. Game time is 7:30 PM.   Pinehill Water System To Meet Monday, Oct. 16 - The Pinehill Water System will hold a meeting Monday, October 16 at 5:30 PM at the Claiborne Manor Nursing Home.   Mt. Olive Christian School To Play Tallulah There - Mt. Olive Christian School will travel to Tallulah Friday, October 13. Kickoff 7:30 PM.   Boys & Girls Club Holds Parish Basketball League - The Claiborne Boys and Girls Club is sponsoring a parishwide basketball league for children ages 6-12. Forms are available at all schools in Claiborne Parish and at the Club located on Lyons Hill Road. For more info, call 927-2718.   Haynesville Tors Will Play Cotton Valley There Friday - The Haynesville Tornado will travel to Cotton Valley Friday, October 13. Kickoff at 7:00 PM.   Homer Pelicans Play North DeSoto At Home Friday - The Homer Pelicans will host North DeSoto at home in Ronny G. Beard Memorial Stadium Friday, October 13. Kickoff is 7:00 PM.   Six Historic Sites Featured On "Tour Of Homes" - Six historic sites--five homes and one church--will be featured on a "Tour of Homes" to be held Saturday, November 25 from 1-5 PM. Tickets for the tour are $10 and will include the Tatum house, the Talley house, Trinity Southern Methodist Church, Dr. and Mrs. Edwin B. Moss home, the Thomas-Woodall house, and the Tinsley farm. For ticket info, contact Virginia Furlow at 927-6679 or Chloe Ellen Watson at 927-6957.   "Keep Them Or Lose Them" At State Park - Visitors can enjoy a guided nature hike and discussion of the reasons for the fall color changes in forest foilage in a program at Lake Claiborne State Park on Saturday, October 14 from 9:30-10:30 AM. For more information, call 1-888-677-2524 toll free or 318-927-2976 locally.   Cabins Available For Rent On Lake Claiborne January 3 - Ten new vacation cabins will be available for overnight guests at Lake Claiborne State Park beginning Wednesday, January 3. The Office of State Parks will begin taking reservations for the cabins Monday, Oct. 9 at 1-877-CAMP-N-LA central reservation line (or 1-877-226-7652).   Claiborne Academy To Hold Annual Book Fair October 10-17 - Claiborne Academy will hold its annual Book Fair October 10-17 in the school's library. Book Fair activities include Parent's Day, Wednesday, October 11, and Grandparent's Day, Thursday, October 12. Parents and grandparents are invited to eat lunch with students on those days. For more information, call 927-2747.   Homer High School Homecoming Parade Set For October 26 - Homer High School's Homecoming will be Friday, October 27 against the Green Oak Giants. The Homecoming Parade will be held Thursday, October 26, beginning at 5:30 PM. Parade entrants will begin lining up at 4:30 PM on Bonner Street. This is Homer High School's centennial year and the Student Council encourages Homer High alumni to enter a float. Anyone interested in participating in the parade should contact Kim Pumphrey at Homer High School at 927-2985 for details.   First Baptist Church of Homer To Sponsor "Hallelujah Night" - On October 31 from 6-8 PM, the First Baptist Church of Homer will sponsor its first annual "Hallelujah Night" in the Family Life Center. Parents, bring your preschoolers through 6th grade for food, fun, and fellowship in a Christian environment. Non-scary costumes (no witches, ghosts, vampires, etc.) Bring your carved pumpkins by 6:30 PM to be judged for a prize. At 7 PM there will be a costume contest followed by a "pumpkinseed-spitting" contest. Admission is free. For more information, call 927-3596.   ACT Prep Workshop Set At Homer High School - Homer High will offer an ACT Preparation Workshop on October 14 and 21 from 9:30 AM till 12 Noon., the two Saturdays prior to the October 28 National Test Date. Registration fee is $25. For more info, call 927-2985.   Claiborne Boys And Girls Club To Hold Halloween Carnival - The Claiborne Boys and Girls Club will hold their 3rd Annual Halloween Carnival on Tuesday, October 31 at the club located at 763 Lyons Hill Road in Homer. Carnival hours are 6-8 PM with food, fun, games, prizes. A teen party will be held for ages 13 and up from 8:30 - 10 PM. Admission to both is $1. For more information, contact Sandra at 927-2718.   Local Boy Scout Troop 72 To Host Chili Cook-Off - Local Troop 72 to host the first annual North Louisiana Championship Boy Scout Chili Challenge on December 9, 8 AM-12 noon and is looking for sponsors and entries. Entry fees are $17. Sponsorships range from $100-$1000. For more info on sponsors or to obtain an cooking entry form, call Scoutmaster and Cook-Off Chairman Wayne Hatfield. at (318) 927-2961 or 927-9420, or email at ice@homerla.com.   WK Claiborne Health Center To Offer Free Bone Screen - The Willis Knighton Claiborne Regional Health Center will be offering free bone screening for ladies over 50 years of age. The office is registering patients now at 927-1110. There are only about 85 -90 slots available to receive the free health scan. Just as testing your blood pressure and cholesterol can help doctors initiate preventatives and treatments for heart attacks and strokes, bone scans can help assess whether patients may need medications to prevent or treat osteoporosis. One in every two women will fracture in their lifetime due to osteoporosis. This is why it is so important that every woman over 50 be evaluated and the reason the Health Center is conducting this free service to the community.   Homer Chamber To Give Away $500 Christmas Cash - The Homer Chamber of Commerce is once again giving away Christmas Cash!. The $500 prize will be given away December 20 at noon at the Chamber office located in the Ford Museum. Tickets are $1 and can be purchased at the Chamber office or from any board member.   Religious Folklife Traditions in Claiborne Parish - Herbert S. Ford Memorial Museum invites you to view the museum's newest exhibit which examines Religious Folklife Traditions in Claiborne Parish.				Old Mt. Lebanon Day & Chili Cook-Off November 4 - Old Mt. Lebanon Day & Chili Cook-Off will take place Saturday, November 4, beginning around 11:30 AM, when The Country Store opens. Activities will include something for the entire family and will be held at Stagecoach Trail Museum located at the busy intersection of Highways 154, 517, and Stagecoach Trail, 3 miles south of Gibsland.   4th Annual Athens Country Festival Set For November 4 - Athens will host their 4th Annual Country Festival on Saturday, November 4, with lots of arts, crafts, and collectibles--old and new. Food booths will be selling hamburgers, hot dogs, snow cones, bar-b-que, cotton candy, etc. A $10 entry fee will enter you in the domino tournament. Plenty of fun for the whole family. For more information, call (318) 258-3123 during the day or (318) 258-3092 at night.   Annual Christmas Festival In Homer Set For Saturday, December 9 - Chairman Buddy Pixley met August 23 with the several interested persons to begin making plans for this year's Christmas Festival planned for Saturday, December 9. The Committee discussed plans for the parade, entertainment, food booths, and possibly a Christmas Decoration contest. As done in the past, members discussed allowing various groups--marching bands, cheerleaders, dance lines, twirling groups, etc--to compete for trophies prior to the parade. The Festival will also include all-day entertainment and a variety of food booths.   Boys & Girls Club Will Host Fund-raiser, Catered By Podnuh's - The Boys & Girls Club will host a fund-raiser, Dinner 2000, catered by Podnuh's BBQ on Tuesday, October 24. This will be a dine in meal at the club. Tickets are on sale from any board member for $25. For more information, call Sandra at 927-2718.   Homer Memorial To Offer Childbirth Classes In October - Homer Memorial Hospital will be offering childbirth preparation classes beginning October 16. These classes are free and are available to anyone wishing to attend, regardless of where they plan to deliver. To register, call 927-2024 and ask for the OB nurse on duty.   Camp Family Reunion Set For Saturday, October 14 - The Camp Family Reunion will be held at the Minden Community Center on Saturday, October 14 starting 10 AM. The Luncheon will be held following announcements, reports, and business. Bring your items of interest for the Auction which will be held after lunch. This money raised at the Auction supports the Reunion. For more information, call George or Barbara Camp at (318) 377-0040 or email at camp@prysm.net.   Summerfield Taking Orders For Rebel T-Shirts - Summerfield High School is taking orders for Rebel T-Shirts (50/50 Fruit of the Loom). All youth sizes and adult sizes (small through X-large) will be $10. Shirts size 2X will be $13 and 3X will be $13.50. To place your order, mail check payable to Summerfield High School or call 927-3621 for more information.   American Cancer Society's Relay For Life Set For April 6, 2001 - The American Cancer Society will hold their "Relay For Life" in Homer on April 6, 2001. The "Relay for Life" Committee decided to begin planning early and set the date for next year's event in hopes of avoiding conflicts with any other planned event. Chairman Bonnie Keene said they will be announcing their kick-off meeting soon.   Homer High School Centennial 2000 Cookbooks On Sale - The Homer High School Centennial 2000 Cookbooks are now available for $14 at Homer Elementary, Homer Junior High, or Homer High School, at Ellen's on the Square, or by calling Bill or Denice Owens at 927-3939. The cookbook includes 100 years of history, spirit, tradition and favorite recipes of Homer High School students, faculty, staff, alumni, and supporters.   American Legion Waller-Bond Post 161 To Dedicate Memorial - This Veteran's Day, November 11, 2000 at 9:30 AM, American Legion Post 161 of Haynesville will dedicate a Memorial Wall to veterans of WWI, WWII, Korean Conflict, Vietnam, Lebanon/Granada, Kosovo, Bosnia, the American Revolution, the War of 1812, the Civil War and the Persian Gulf War. Applications are being accepted with a $25 fee to cover the cost of the stainless steel plate and engraving. For more information, call Ralph Lowe at 624-1811 or Wilber Lewis at 624-0955, or write to The American Legion, P.O. Box 648, Haynesville, LA 71038.   Country, Bluegrass, Gospel Music Every Friday In Homer - Every Friday night in downtown Homer, amateur musicians from all over the Ark-La-Tex meet at the Homer Fire Station to enjoy a little country, bluegrass, gospel, and fellowship. Anyone is welcome to join in, or just sit back and enjoy. For more information, call Ed Dettenheim at 927-5253 or Jerry Brown at 927-3792.  «Full Story»   Grief Support Group Meets 1st And 3rd Mondays - The Grief Support Group meets every 1st and 3rd Monday at 6 PM at the Homer Memorial Hospital Conference Room. The Group is open to anyone experiencing grief over a recent or past loss. For more info, call Toni Camp at 371-1140 or Kaye Spring at 927-2024.   Smoke Detectors For The Elderly Offered through TRIAD - TRIAD of Claiborne wants all seniors age 65 and above, to have a smoke detector. You may also qualify if you're disabled. Having a smoke detector can mean the difference of life or death. Smoke detectors are available without charge. If you don't have a smoke detector, call Alf Pike at 927-2011 or 927-3296.   D.A.R.T. In Homer Every Thursday From 9-12 AM - D.A.R.T. of Lincoln is committed to ending domestic violence by providing shelter, legal assistance and counseling. Representatives are in Homer every Thursday from 9 AM to 12 PM. For more info call (800) 281-7885 or the 24-Hour Crisis Line at (318) 251-2255.   Attention: Girls, Grades 1-6 Invited To Join Girl Scouts - Girl Scouts of American Troop 344 invite all girls in grades 1-6 to "Where Girls Grow Strong," the first meeting was held Monday, Sept. 18 in the Youth Dept. of First Baptist Church, Homer. For more info call Melissa Smith at 927-4585 or Stacey Hollenshead at 927-4601. Annual dues are $27.   Claiborne One Site Additions Under Construction! - The complete Community Service Directory originally produced by The Family First Coalition will be presented online. Information covered includes: Educational Programs & Resources, Hotlines, Health & Medical Resources, Social & Community Programs, Clubs & Organizations, Related Internet Resources and much more. Portions are now online with additions monthly.      The Internet Multi-Search page searches/opens up to six sites with one entry. A variety of links are planned: Search Engines, Meta-Search Engines, International News, Online Newspapers, News/Discussion Groups, Sports News, Software, General Entertainment, Acceptable Sites for Teens, Kids/Educational, Travel, Job Search, Financial/Stock Market News, Online Shopping, as well as Clip Art, HTML and Javascript Repositories. Many links are now online with more coming monthly!   Claiborne Parish School District Web Site is Now Under Construction - Developed and maintained by The Claiborne Parish School Board, the Claiborne Parish School District Web Site will provide information on our School District, Central Office Staff, Parish Schools, Parent/Teacher Resources, a parish-wide Educator Email Directory, Area Technology Developements, and an Employment Opportunity Listing with an online application for employment in the Claiborne Parish School System.
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