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April 12, 2001

 

In God’s Special Time, “Kairos" Turns Drugs Into Hugs

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

The Kairos Community Prayer-- "Jesus, come join us in our journey as we seek Your will for this community in this environment. Teach us to love each other as You love us, to give ourselves as You give Yourself, that the Kingdom of God might be made present to all. Amen.

Wade inmate George Contreras said he has gone from "drugs to hugs" since attending Kairos last year. He was born in Rhode Island. His parents had moved to the United States in the 60s from Santiago, Chile. At one time, he was the devil’s "Top Ten List." Now he is on Cloud Nine and never wants to come down. Once a very shy person, now you can't shut him up. Contreras is one of hundreds of inmates who have been changed by Kairos at David Wade Correctional Center.

Haynesville Mayor And Police Chief In May 5 Runoff, Young Wins Jury Seat

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

Unofficial election results for the April 7 race in Claiborne Parish put J. Larry Jordan and Mickey Mayfield in a runoff for mayor of Haynesville. Jim Garner lacked only one vote to win the Police Chief race, but will face Anthony Smith in the runoff. Willie J. Young narrowly defeated Billy Kirk Jenkins in the District 10 Police Jury seat. Incumbents Alvin Kendrick, H.U. “Mutt” Slaid, and Joyce Major will serve another term on the Haynesville Town Council and will be joined by newcomer Otto Black

Police Jury Debates Their Role As Parish Governing Body

Jury Committee To Meet On Armory Park Property

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

The Claiborne Parish Police Jury at their regular meetings April 4-5, was presented a proposal from the Town of Homer concerning the Armory Park property by Mayor David Aubrey, discussed the role of the police jury as it pertains to parish residents who live inside municipalities, considered a proposal by Bobby Joe Edmonds to share the expense to overlay the State Line Road out of Junction City, and heard a report from the Corps of Engineers concerning the clean up of three oil production sites in Claiborne Parish.

Adkins Arrested For Hit-And-Run, Charged With 2nd Degree Murder

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

Lee Adkins, 22, of Homer was arrested by the Louisiana State Police following a hit-and-run accident on La. 518 Saturday, April 7. Jose’ Martinez, 28, also of Homer, died from injuries received when he was hit by Adkins’ 1992 Chevy S-10 truck about 9:45 PM.

McCleskey Pleads Guilty To Killing Her Son Rebel

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

Lynda K. Russell, District Attorney for Shelby County, Texas said it is with deep regret that she accepted a plea from Edith McCleskey and her attorney Barry Bryan regarding the murder of her 3-year-old son, Rebel Thomas McMahon. Russell said, “McCleskey, it seems, has more rights under our current legal system than her son, whose life she took.” This tragic story was featured on Dateline NBC on Sunday, March 4.

April 12, 2001

Easter Sunrise Services Set For Sunday, April 14 At 7:30 AM - The Easter Sunrise Service, sponsored by the Homer Ministerial Alliance, will be held at 7:30 AM on Easter Sunday, April 14, on the Courthouse lawn. Everyone is invited to come and worship together.    Easter Egg Hunt Set Sunday April 15 At Mayfield Park - Come join us for hunt-n-fun on Sunday, April 15 at Mayfield Park for an Easter Egg Hunt being sponsored by Mayfield Recreation Association. Ages 2-4 from 2:00-2:30 PM, ages 5-7 from 2:30-3:00 PM, ages 8-12 from 3:00-3:30 PM, and ages 13 and up at 3:30 PM. For more info, call Retha Curry at 927-9043 or Fred and Annette Young at 927-2372.    Homer Lions Club Desperately Seeking Donations - If a Fireworks Display is to be put on this year as in the past, the Homer Lions Club needs you r support immediately to fund the 2001 Celebration of Fireworks on Lake Claiborne set for Saturday, June 30. The Fireworks Company will again charge $6,000 and is now asking for a $3,000 deposit within 7 days. It is essential large and small contributors send donations to Homer Lions Club, P.O. Box 245, Homer. LA. Questions? Call Dick Dorrell at 927-4400    “March Against Violence” To Remember Brenda Dunn - A “March Against Violence” will be held at Loyola Prep in Shreveport Wednesday, April 11 and dedicated to the memory of Brenda Dunn, who was murdered in Homer January 23, 2001.    Are Drugs Affecting Your Family Or A Friend? - Narconon (the name means "No Drugs") was established in 1966 to help people get off drugs and they have been active in drug rehabilitation and eradication ever since. Narconon provides answers to drug addiction, free assessment, evaluation and referral services to internationally recognized alternative and traditional treatment facilities. Drug addiction can be overcome. Call 1-800-468-6933 or visit their website at www.stopaddiction.com.    Town Of Homer Offices Will Be Closed Good Friday, April 13 - The Mayor’s Office and the Business Office of the Town of Homer will be closed Friday, April 13, 2001, in observance of Good Friday. They will reopen Monday, April 16 at 8 AM.    Rep. Jim McCrery Staff To Be In Homer, Haynesville April 25 - A member of Representative Jim McCrery’s staff will be in Claiborne Parish Wednesday, April 25, at Homer Council Chambers at 9:30 AM and at Haynesville City Hall at 1:30 PM. McCrery’s staff is in Claiborne Parish the fourth Wednesday of each month at these times and places. You can contact McCrery’s Shreveport office at (318) 798-2254 or email him at jim.mccrery@mail.house.gov.    College-Bound Students Register For ACT Exam By May 4 - The next ACT Assessment will be held nationwide on June 9. College-bound high school students must register by May 4. The test fee is $23. Students can get information on registering from their high school counselors or can register online at www.act.org. The late registration deadline is May 18    Trailblazers, Inc. Is Collecting Newspapers For Recycling - Trailblazers, Inc. of Ruston is collecting newspapers for recycling and will be picking up newspapers at the following locations--Homer City Hall, Haynesville City Hall, and Athens City Hall. Papers can be bound with string or placed in paper bags. No plastic bags. People are encouraged to drop off newspapers ONLY. Please do not place colored ad slicks or magazines in the bins.    COA And AARP To Offer 55 Alive/Mature Driving Course - The Claiborne Council on Aging has joined with AARP to offer a 55 Alive/Mature Driving Course. The two-day course will be held on April 26-27 from 12 noon to 4 PM at the Claiborne Senior Center at 608 East 4th Street. The fee is $8. Some insurance companies may offer a discount to graduates of the course. Registration will end April 20. For more information or to register, call Barbara McCullough at 927-6922.    Pre-K And Kindergarten Registration Set At Athens April 24-26 - Kindergarten Round-Up will be held Tuesday-Thursday, April 24-26 at Athens High School. Parents may register 4 and 5 year olds in the school library from 9 AM - 12 PM each day. A child must be four years old on or before October 1, 2001, to register for the Pre-Kindergarten Program. A child must be five years old on or before October 1, 2001, to register for Kindergarten. Requirements for registration are the child’s official birth certificate, an up-to-date health card, and social security card. Children are not required to attend registration.    Summerfield Pre-K And Kindergarten Registration Set For May 4 - Pre-K registration will be held Friday, May 4 from 8 AM to 2 PM at Summerfield School To enroll, a child must be 4 years old by September 30, 2001. You will need to bring their official birth certificate, shot record, and social security card. To enroll in Kindergarten a child must be 5 by September 30, 2001.    Donations Being Collected For Daniel Peterson Monument - Donations are being collected for a headstone for the grave site of Daniel Peterson and Nancy Colby Peterson in the Peterson Cemetery at Pleasure Point just off White Lightning Road. Any Peterson descendant who would like to make a donation should please contact Susan Herring at 927-3541 or 927-9312, or mail donation to 231 North Main, Homer. The Peterson Cemetery Memorial and Graveyard Workings will be held Saturday morning, April 28, and will end with a covered dish lunch at noon. Donations for the upkeep of the cemetery can be sent to Odessa Roberts, 134 Willow Street, Homer.    The LSTP Drug Committee Will Meet Wednesday, April 18 - The Louisiana Small Town Program (LSTP) Drug Committee will meet at noon at Homer City Hall on Wednesday, April 18.    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.    Pre-registration Set May 7-11 For Pineview's Pre-school - Pre-registration for the 2001-2002 Pre-school Program at Pineview School has been set for the week of May 7-11, during normal school hours. When you come to register your child, please bring your child's birth certificate (must have state seal), updated health record, and social security card. Your child must be 4 years old on or before September 30, 2001 to enter the program.    Claiborne Council On Aging March Calendar Of Events - Bingo is played every Friday after Lunch. Lunches are serveddaily Mondy thru Friday. Exercise treadmills and rowing machines are available. Slip and molds are available for ceramics.    New Cabins At Lake Claiborne State Park Are Open - Ten new vacation cabins opened at Lake Claiborne State Park on January 9. Units rent for $65 with a 2-night minimum on weekends. and have everything but towels and soap. To reserve your cabin, call toll free (877) CAMP-N-LA (226-7652) from 8 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday. Image archive of Lake Claiborne State Park now online.    Claiborne Baseball/Softball Schedules and Scores Online - Claiborne One to feature baseball and softball schedules and scores for Claiborne Parish Schools. Now online: Homer, Haynesville, Summerfield, Mount Olive and Junction City. Coming Soon: Athens, Pine View and Claiborne Academy. Please email updates to schedules and scores to GJ_Editor@ClaiborneOne.org.    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.				Groundbreaking For Chapel At Wade April 12 - • The Louisiana Prison Chapel Foundation will hold a Groundbreaking Ceremony Thursday, April 12, for the New Interfaith Chapel to be constructed at David Wade Correctional Center. For information on how to make a donation to the chapel fund, call 1-255-931-3664, or send your donation to the Foundation at 8550 United Plaza Blvd. Suite 1001, Baton Rouge, LA 70809.    School Superintendent Calls Town Meeting In Athens - School Superintendent Gary Jones invites interested persons to an Athens Town Meeting Tuesday, April 17 at 6 PM to discuss the future of public schools in Athens.    Co-Ed Softball Tournament Scheduled For Saturday, May 5 - The Homer High Student Council is sponsoring a Co-Ed Softball Tournament Saturday, May 5 at Homer Armory Park. Entry fees are $75 per team with a limit of ten teams. Deadline to register is Wednesday, May 2. Contact Kim Pumphrey at 927-2985 (HHS) or at home (870) 924-5779.    Pineview FBLA To Sponsor 10th Annual Talent Show - The FBLA Club of Pineview High School will be sponsoring their 10th annual talent show on Friday, April 20 at 7 PM in the Pineview gymnasium. There will be a cash award for 1st place and trophies for the 2nd through 6th place. Please contact Ms. Watson at Pineview High School at 353-6334 or Shareka Ford at 927-2113 for more info. Admission will be $3 at the door.    Claiborne Academy To Hold Annual Book Fair April 10-17 - Claiborne Academy will hold its annual Spring Book Fair April 10-17 from 8 AM-3 PM in the school library. Activities include Parents Day and Grandparents Day. Parents and grandparents are invited to eat lunch with students on those days. Funds raised through the Book Fair will go toward purchasing materials for the library and school. For more info, call the school at 927-2747.    Deadline For Boys & Girls State Questionnaires Is April 18 - Boys and Girls State questionnaires must be in by April 18. Interviews will be conducted April 22 at 1 PM at Tall Timbers Lodge. Four girls and four boys will be selected. The American Legion and Legion Auxiliary still need $1,000 by April 8. All donation are welcome. For more information, call Carol Jones at 927-3549 or 927-3590.    Claiborne Parish School Board To Meet April 12 - The Claiborne Parish School Board will meet Thursday, April 12 at 7 PM, following their work session at 6 PM.    Homer Community Blood Drive Set For Thursday, April 19 - The Homer Community Blood Drive will be held, Thursday, April 19, from 10 AM - 2 PM at the Homer Church of Christ Annex Building on West Main. Refreshments and a free t-shirt -or- cholesterol check for every donor.    Haynesville Elementary To Hold Preschool Registration April 9-12 - Preschool registration at Haynesville Elementary School will be held on April 9-12 in the school office building. Children who will be four years old before October 1, 2001, may be enrolled. Parents must bring the child's birth certificate, social security card, and health records to complete registration. There is also a class for younger children who have special needs. A child who will be five years old by October 1, 2001, and is not in the school's preschool program is to be registered for a kindergarten class at the same time.    Homer High Classes Of 1975, 1976, 1977 To Hold Reunion Meeting - There will be a meeting for the Homer High School Class Reunion of 1975, 1976, and 1977 held at the Mayfield Ballpark on Saturday, April 14 at 1 PM. Interested people are asked to please attend the meeting, If you cannot attend and want information, contact Gary Jenkins at (318) 927-9379 or Fred Young at (318) 927-2372.    Pre-K & Kindergarten Registration Set At Homer Elementary School April 24-26 - Homer Elementary preschool and kindergarten registration will be held Tuesday, April 24 through Thursday, April 26 from 9 AM until 1:30 PM. A preschool child must be four years old before September 30, 2001.A kindergarten child must be five years old by September 30, 2001. Parents should bring their child’s birth certificate, Social Security card, and an up-to-date health card in order to register.    Legion Auxiliary Unit To Present US Flags To Homer Junior High - The American Legion Post 73 and the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 73 will hold a formal presentation of U.S. flags to Homer Junior High School on Tuesday, April 17 at 1 PM. All Legion and Auxiliary members are encouraged to attend.    St. Jude Bike-A-Thon Set For April 14 In Haynesville - The St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital Bike-A-Thon will be held Saturday, April 14 in Haynesville. For more information or to sign up, contact Trisha Foster at 624-0108.    Summerfield High School PTO TO Hold Fish Fry, Auction May 5 - The Summerfield High School PTO is holding a Fish Fry, Auction and Raffle on Saturday, May 5 at 6 PM. Pre-sale tickets are on sale now for $7.5 from all Summerfield teachers and PTO members.    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 927-2011.    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»    Claiborne One Site Now Features Area Image Archive - Archived images from the recent Homer Christmas Festival and Parade are now online. Upcoming image archives to include: Haynesville Butterfly Festival 2000, Homer Christmas Festival 1999, Claiborne Parish Scenery, Lake Claiborne State Park and more. To submit your images for inclusion in the Claiborne One Image Archive you may email them to webmaster@ClaiborneOne.org.    HMH offers MRI's - Homer Memorial Hospital is proud to announce the availability of MRI procedures two days a week in Homer.     The JCAHO-accredited system, provided by Alliance Imaging, is a Siemens 1.0 with a fast pack. The moblie MRI produces images as good as an on-site MRI.     MRI procedures performed in Homer by Alliance Imaging specialists are read by radiologists from Diagnostic Associates; films become part of the patients permanent record and stay on-site at HMH.     Appointments should be made through your physician; the ordering physician does not have to be a local physician.     "We are proud to offer this service to our community. Residents no longer have to drive to Shreveport to receive a state-of-the-art MRI examination." reminds Homer Memorial Radiology department.    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,". For more info call Melissa Smith at 927-4585 or Stacey Hollenshead at 927-4601.    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 now online: Search Engines, Meta-Search Engines, Health/Medical, International News, Online Newspapers, News/Discussion Groups, Sports News, Software, Entertainment, Acceptable Sites for Teens, Kids/Educational, Travel, Job Search, Financial/Stock Market News, Online Shopping and now Metric Conversion Calculators. Coming soon will be Clip Art, HTML and Javascript Repositories.
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