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August 23, 2001

 

Early Morning Fire Claims Lives Of Two Small Homer Children

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

Matt and Leslie Manzanares were awakened about 7:30 AM Sunday morning, August 19 to find their mobile home filled with smoke. A fire had started at the opposite end of the trailer where their children’s bedroom was located. Both tried desperately to reach their children--5-year-old Christian Danielle and her 4-year-old brother, Joseph. Leslie ran next door to the home of her grandparents for help.

New Doctors, Caregivers Expand Services In Claiborne Parish

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

At a time when many hospitals in this country are facing an immediate, critical shortage of caregivers, citizens in Claiborne Parish are fortunate to have more than an ample number of physicians...and it is about to get better. Dr. Ivy McGee-Reed will be opening her new clinic in Homer next week. Dr. John H. "Trey" Smith III recently completed his first year of practice in Claiborne Parish. Pediatrician Dr. Melinda Willis of Homer recently opened her practice in Arcadia and will be associated with Homer Memorial Hospital. Nurse practitioner Melisa Suggs of Magnolia, Arkansas has been with Butler-Abshire Clinic in Haynesville for six years, but recently began working at the Willis-Knighton Regional Health Clinic in Homer

Police Jury Votes To Clean Trash Along Clear Lake Road

- Three Plans Being Considered For Reapportionment

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

Newly-elected president of the Claiborne Parish Policy Jury, J. Weldon Kilpatrick, presided over the August meeting. Roy Lewis was elected to serve as vice-president. Jurors received a request from Donald Holcomb of Richmond, Texas, asking for help cleaning trash along the right-of-way of Clear Lake Road. The road, which connects Hwy. 79 about three miles south of Homer with the Oilfield Road, has been used as a dumping ground for some time and has three large areas of trash along the road.

Four Qualify For District 9 Police Jury Seat

Four people qualified for the Claiborne Parish Police Jury seat in District Nine, formerly held by Terry W. “Buck” Tuggle. Tuggle died suddenly on June 13. Qualifying for the position were Republican Jerry A. Adkins and Independents Pamela R. Crumb, “Dick” Dorrell, and J. “Alf” Pike. Crumb was the only female to qualify. Democrat Johnnie Hough of 419 Harris Road, was the only one to qualify for Justice of the Peace in the 1st Justice of the Peace Court. The primary election will be held Saturday, October 20, 2001.

Athens Awarded Louisiana Community Block Grant

The Village of Athens was awarded a grant for water for fire protection improvements in the amount of $572,203 through the Office of the Governor and the Louisiana Community Development Block Grant Program is designed to assist low to moderate income persons.

August 23, 2001

Pineland Jamboree Set For Friday, August 24 In Minden - The Pineland Jamboree will be held Friday night, August 24 in Minden. Homer will play Springhill at 7 PM and Haynesville will play Minden the second half. Tickets purchased in advance at Homer High School and Haynesville High School are $4. Schools keep money from these sales. Tickets at the gate are $5. The Pelican Quarterback Club is selling quarters for the home football games, at $25 per quarter. For more info, contact Terry Martin at 927-9722.    “Meet The Pels” August 23, Scrimmage This Friday At 5 PM - The Pelican Quarterback Club will hold their annual “Meet the Pels” Thursday, August 23 at 7 PM in Ronny G. Beard Stadium, followed by a hamburger supper in the school cafeteria. Purchase a family membership for $15 and receive 2 free hamburger plates. An individual membership of $10 receives 1 free plate. Additional plates-$2.50. Varsity and JV Pels will scrimmage Montgomery Friday, August 17 at 5 PM in Homer. Admission $1.    Haynesville Conducting Sewer Leak Survey This Week - The Town of Haynesville is conducting a sewer leak survey this week. Non-hazardous smoke will be blown into sewer mains. Leaks in the mains will allow the smoke to vent to the atmosphere. Town crews will make places where smoke comes out and determine what repairs need to be made. Citizens who have questions can all Alvin Moss at City Hall at 624-0911.    "First Praise" Christian Music Set For Friday, September 7 - The "First Praise" is held the first Friday night of every month at the Claiborne Country building located on Hwy. 9 just northeast of Homer. The next "First Praise" will be held Friday, September 7 at 7 PM. Free admission. Everyone is invited to come enjoy Christian music and fellowship.    Corney Creek Pageant Set For Saturday, September 29 - The 2001 Corney Creek Pageant will be held at the Bernice High School Auditorium on September 29 beginning at 6 PM. Age divisions are as follows: "Baby Miss" (6-11 Months), "Toddler Miss" (1 & 2 Years), "Tiny Miss" (3 & 4 Years), "Little Miss" (5 & 6 Years), "Petite Miss" (7-9 Years), "Jr. Miss" (10-12 Years), “Teen Miss” (13-15 Years) and “Miss Corney Creek” (16-18 Years). Girls who live within a 50-mile radius of Bernice and who do not hold a current Union Parish title are encouraged to sign up. Entry fee is $40 and deadline is September 7. Candidates should mail entry form to Corney Creek Pageant, P.O. Box 186, Bernice, LA 71222. Entry forms are available in Homer at Lynn's Flowers, Claiborne Insurance, and The Guardian-Journal. For more information, call Danielle Harkins at 285-9743.    Hunter Education Classes To Be Held In Haynesville In September - Hunter Education classes will be held at the Haynesville Police Station from 6 PM - 9:30 PM on September 10, 12, and 13. There is no charge for the class. For more information, call Mickey Lowe at 624-0703.    Summerfield Afghans Are In - Summerfield afghans are in and may be purchased at Summerfield High School for $50 each according to Karla Aycock. For more info, call 927-3621.    The Haynesville Celebration of Butterflies - Set For September 15 & 16 - It's that time again! Your invitation to attend the Butterfly Festival on Saturday, September 15, 2001, beginning at 11 AM for the Children's Pageant and the quest for a new QUEEN MONARCH. The pageant is staged in conjunction with the second annual festival in "Celebration of Butterflies" in the Fair Barn of the Claiborne Parish Fair complex in Haynesville.    Claiborne Parish Fair Comes To Haynesville September 23 - This year's fair will include school and club booths, art displays, general exhibits, poultry entries, livestock and don't forget the Carnival. Come enjoy the fun!    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.    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.    Homer Memorial Hospital now offers MRI's - Homer Memorial Hospital is proud to announce the availability of MRI procedures two days a week in Homer.    Are You Being Hurt By Someone You Love? - Are you being hurt by someone you love? D.A.R.T. can help! D.A.R.T., the Domestic Abuse Resistance Team, serves the parishes of Claiborne, Lincoln, Union, Bienville, and Jackson, and 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.    American Legion And Auxiliary Unit Collecting Annual Dues - American Legion Post #73 and American Legion Unit #73 in Homer are accepting applications for new members, as well as members of the Sons of the American Legion. Current members should turn in dues as soon as possible. Those who did not paid last year must pay for both years. Any member of another post or unit who wishes to transfer to this post or unit can contact Carol Jones at 927-3549.    Minden's KASO Radio Opens New Christian Radio Station - KASO Radio Station in Minden opened a new FM station last week. KBEF can be found on your dial at FM 104.5. It will feature Today's Christian Music with artists like Amy Grant and DC Talk, seven days a week and 24 hours a day. The only breaks will be local weather & news updates.    Lake Claiborne State Park Events - For information on upcoming events - Call 1-888-677-2524 toll free or 318-927-2976. Sept 8 - The Use of White Tailed Deer by Native Americans - Visitors are invited to a presentation on the many uses Native Americans found for deer hunted and harvested for subsistence. Their bones, tendons, antlers and hide, as well as venison for food, were all used. Sept 15 - Woodpecker Wonders, 7 pm - This special nature program will present facts about the woodpeckers found in Louisiana. Learn about their food preferences and how to attract them. Sept 22 - The Big Cheese, 7 pm - Visitors are invited to a presentation about the myths, folklore and facts about the moon. Sept 28 - A Trees Life, 9:30 am - Join the park naturalist for a nature hike to examine the different tree species found in the park. A discussion of the germination process, growth and life cycle of trees will follow.				Louisiana Passion Play To Hold “Free” Pre-Season Performance - The Louisiana Passion Play will hold a free pre-season performance on Saturday, September 1. Live music by the Price Quartet at 7:15 PM. The play will begin at 8 PM. Everyone is invited to attend this free night of family entertainment. The regular season will run Friday and Saturday nights from September 7 to October 13. For more information, call (318) 255-6277, 1-800-204-2101, or visit www. louisianapassionplay.org.    Haynesville Quarterback Club To Hold Hamburger Supper - The Haynesville Golden Tornado Quarterback Club will have its annual hamburger supper/membership drive on Thursday, August 23 at 6:30 PM in the Haynesville High School cafeteria. Tornado merchandise will be on sale. Memberships are $20 for families and $15 for individuals.    Miss Arkla Fest Pageant Sat. August 25 In Junction City - The Annual Miss Arkla Fest Pageant will be held Saturday, August 25 at 6 PM in the old gym at Junction City High School. There will be 8 age divisions for ages 0-18 years. Entry fee is $40 and photogenic competition is $5 per photo. Applications may be picked up at the Junction City Pharmacy, Junction City Florist or First Bank in Junction City; at Harkins Furniture & Appliance in Bernice; or at Mr. Tuxedo in El Dorado. If you have any questions, call Katie McGoogan at (870) 862-7452.    Homer High Class Of 1991 To Hold Reunion Meeting August 20 - Homer High 1991 graduates are encouraged to attend a class reunion meeting on Wednesday, August 29 at Homer City Hall at 5:30 PM. We will be discussing plans for the upcoming reunion set for October 26-27, 2001. For more information, call Kim Herring Pumphrey at (870) 924-5779 or David Aubrey at (318) 927-1312.    Pelican Football Season Tickets On Sale Now - Homer Pelican Football Season Tickets are on sale now. Previous ticket holders of season tickets, parking passes, or box seats will be given the opportunity to renew, then those not renewed will be offered on a first come, first serve basis. Ticket prices are as follows: $5 - general admission, $20 - season tickets, $25 - lower box seats, $25 - sky boxes, and $15 - parking passes. For more info, call Homer High School at 927-2985.    Ford Museum Needs Photos From WWII Home Front - The Herbert S. Ford Museum is searching for photos taken on the Home Front during World War II of the activities that occurred in Claiborne Parish--scrap metal drives, war bond sales, Red Cross gatherings, etc. Photos of our WWII veterans are also needed for display for the upcoming Produce for Victory: Posters on the American Home Front, 1941-1945 exhibit from the LEH and Smithsonian Institute. For more information, call Linda Volentine at 927-9190.    Claiborne Ambulance To Sponsor Co-Ed Softball Tournament - Claiborne Ambulance will sponsor a Co-Ed Softball Tournament August 24, 25, and 26 at the Homer Armory Park, with proceeds going to the Homer Recreational Fund for local ballfields. Entry fees are $100 and must be in by August 17. Contact J.D. Baily at 927-1141 for more information.    Webster Parish Head Start Announces Family Day Care & Head Start - The Webster Parish Police Jury Office of Community Services announces its sponsorship of the Family Day Care Home and Head Start component of the Child and Adult Care Feeding Program for PY 2001-2002. All children in attendance will be offered the same meals at no separate charge and with no physical segregation of, or other discrimination against, any child because of race, sex, age, color, handicap or national origin. Participants who are members of AFDC assistance units or Food Stamp households are automatically eligible to receive free meal benefits. This statement applies to all Family Day Care homes and to all Head Start centers under the jurisdiction of this agency. If any member of a household believes they have been discriminated against, they should write immediately to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250.    Deaf Action To Be At Claiborne Council On Aging On September 5 - If you have a hearing problem or know someone who has a problem hearing, please call 318-927-6922 or 1-800-308-8951 and make an appointment to come by the Claiborne Council on Aging in Homer on Wednesday, September 5 between 10:30 AM and noon. Deaf Action will be at the COA with phones that can help you hear when on the phone.    Homer Masonic Lodge To Hold Charity Bass Tournament - The First Annual Masonic Charity Bass Tournament will be held on Lake Claiborne on Saturday, October 20. Homer Lodge No. 152 and Athens Lodge No. 136 F&AM, are sponsoring the open team tournament. Proceeds will go to the respective lodge's charity programs. First Place will pay $350, with $300 for the Big Bass. There will be a prize of $100 for the Kids Under 12 Big Bass and $100 for the Lady Angler Big Bass. This is based on 50 teams entering. Also featured will be a free gumbo dinner for entrants, live music and fun for the entire family. For additional information, contact Tom Brewton at 927-6619 or Dick Dorrell at 927-9200.    BPCC To Hold Auditions For Musical Sci-Fi Thriller Fri-Sat - Bossier Parish Community College and Cavalier Players will hold auditions Friday and Saturday, Aug. 24-25 at 2719 Airline Drive in Bossier City for the sci-fi thriller, “Little Shop of Horrors.” For more information call Darla at 318-741-3672.    Louisiana Chicken Festival Beauty Pageant Set For September 22 - The Third Annual Louisiana Chicken Festival Beauty Pageant will be held at 7 PM September 22 in Dubach. There will be 6 age divisions from 3 years to 18 years. Deadline to enter is September 6, 2001. Entry fee will be $35. For more information, call Mona Wilson at 777-9005 or email her at mwilson@bayou.com.    Claiborne Council On Aging Events - Bingo is played every Friday after Lunch. Lunches are served daily Monday thru Friday. Exercise treadmills and rowing machines are available. Slip and molds are available for ceramics.    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.    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.    “The Use Of White Tailed Deer By Native Americans: Set For Sept. 8 - Lake Claiborne State Park will present a program entitled “The Use Of White Tailed Deer By Native Americans” on Saturday, September 8 beginning at 7 PM. Visitors are invited to hear a presentation on the many uses Native Americans found for deer hunted and harvested for subsistence. Their bones, tendons, antlers and hide, as well as venison for food, were all used. Call 1-888-577-2524 toll free or 318-027-2976.
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