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September 6, 2001

 

Parish Could Benefit From Promotion Of La. 2 Scenic Byway

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

A public forum was held Thursday, August 30 at the Herbert S. Ford Museum to discuss promotion of the Northwest Louisiana Scenic Byway that stretches along Louisiana Highway 2 from the Texas Border to Bernice. About fifty local residents attended the meeting to offer suggestions on how to promote area attractions. Mayor David Aubrey said Homer was the only town along the corridor that has a hotel which gives travelers an opportunity to stay overnight and spend time visiting the historic downtown. Besides Homer, towns and communities along the byway are Vivian, Hosston, Plain Dealing, Sarepta, Shongaloo, Leton, Blackburn, Lisbon, and Bernice.

Junction City’s Ark-La Fest To Feature Firemen’s Competition

- Friday & Saturday, September 7-8, 2001

The temperature is rising. The kids are back in school. The gardens are finished. It is time for Ark-La Fest! The 7th Annual Ark-La Fest, “The Best of Both States,” will be held in Junction City, Arkansas-Louisiana this Friday and Saturday, September 7-8.

Renewal Community Program Could Help Businesses In Claiborne Parish

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

Businesses in Claiborne Parish could receive some substantial tax incentives during the period January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2009 if selected as a Renewal Community. Some of those incentives include credit against Federal taxes of up to $1,500 during each year for all existing employees and every new hire living in the RC, $2,400 for each new hire from groups that have high unemployment rates or other special employment needs, and up to $3,500 the first year and $5,000 the second year for each new hire who is a long-term family assistance recipient.

“Come Celebrate Butterflies”

- September 15-16, 2001 In Haynesville

The 3rd Annual Haynesville Celebration of Butterflies is set for Sept. 15-16 at the Claiborne Parish fairgrounds in Haynesville, “The Butterfly Capital of Louisiana.” Hosted by the LSU AgCenter, the Haynesville Chamber of Commerce and the Haynesville Garden Club, the festival promises to be fun for the whole family.

LEAP Scores Improve After Summer Remediation

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

Claiborne Parish had the lowest failure rate in Northwest Louisiana among eighth graders who attended summer remediation and were retested on the math portion of the LEAP test in July. Although, the numbers include both regular and special ed students, only 44 percent failed the retest. The average overall improvement in LEAP test scores in Claiborne Parish for eighth grade Language Arts was 15.19 percent and for Math 32.72 percent. In fourth grade Language Arts, the average improvement was 11.28 percent and in Math it was 31.44 percent.

Junction City Council Raises Water Deposits, Votes To Move Sewer Plant

The Junction City (LA) Council voted to increase the amount of water deposits at their regular session on Thursday, August 9. Ronnie Daniels’ motion to raise water deposits from $50 to $75 for homeowners and from $75 to $100 for renters, was seconded by Mike Griffith, and unanimously carried.

Senior Citizen Expo To Offer Free Health Screenings & Lunch Saturday

“A Senior Citizen Expo will be held Saturday, September 8, 2001 at the Homer City Hall from 7:30 AM - 12 Noon. The event is being sponsored by TRIAD and the S.A.L.T. Council (Seniors and Lawmen Together). Healthcare representatives will be present to provide information on healthcare, Medicare, and Medicaid. There will be fourteen healthcare booths. Blood pressure, vision test, and possibly cholesterol tests will be available. Hamburgers and cokes will be served at noon. Health screenings and lunch are free. Door prizes will also be given. First Praise singers will be providing entertainment. TRIAD is composed of the sheriff of Claiborne Parish, the ``police chiefs of Homer and Haynesville, and senior citizen volunteers working together to improve the quality of life of the elderly. All Senior Citizens are encouraged to take advantage of this wonderful event. Call (318) 927-2011for more information.

Thieves Caught In Act At Local Piggly Wiggly

The Homer Police Department arrested six persons about 6 PM at Piggly Wiggly in Homer on Sunday, August 2. Manager Steve Goss checked the receipt tape of one of the store's checkers after he became suspicious when a large amount of groceries purchased by five individuals only totaled $20.04. He stopped the group and after rechecking, the total bill came to $142.69. The store's surveillance camera recorded the whole event

September 6, 2001

Philadelphia Center To Host Community Forum In Homer - Are you concerned about the informatin your child may or may not be receiving about sex, drugs, alcohol, or HIV, then you should attend the Community Forum being hosted by The Philadelphia Center of Shreveport on Tuesday, September 11 at 6 PM at the Claiborne Boys & Girls Club in Homer. For more information, call 927-2718.    “Firehouse Jammers” Have Moved To Claiborne Electric - The “Firehouse Jammers” have outgrown the Homer Fire Station. They are now meeting at Claiborne Electric on Hwy. 146 All are welcome to bring their instrument and join in “picking and singing,” or just sit back and enjoy the music, the coffee and refreshments, every Friday night from 7 PM till. For more info, call Jerry Brown at 927-3792.    Hill Farm To Hold Meeting For Forest Landowners Sept. 11 - There will be an informative meeting for forest landowners in Claiborne Parish on Tuesday, September 11 at 5:30 PM at the Hill Farm Research Station, 11959 Hwy. 9, Homer. The meeting is open to the public. Anyone interested in learning more about the forest industry is welcome. For more info, call Jason Holmes, County Agent, at 927-3110.    "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.    Absentee Voting For October 20 Election Will Be October 8-13 - Absentee voting for the October 20 election for District 9 Police Juror and for the Claiborne Parish Recreation District Ward 2 & 3 proposition in Haynesville will be held Monday, October 8, through Saturday, October 13. The office of the Registrar of Voters at 518 East Main will be open from 8:30 AM-4:30 PM Monday-Friday and from 8:30 AM-noon on Saturday. New voter registration and address changes must be made by Wednesday, September 19. For more information, call Patricia Sanders at 927-3332.    Government And Municipal Boards To Meet In August - The Homer Town Council will meet Monday, September 10 at 6 PM in the Council Chambers. The Claiborne Parish Police Jury will meet Wednesday, September 5 at 10 AM for their work session and Thursday, September 6 at 10 AM for their regular meeting. The regular meeting of the Claiborne Parish School Board will be 7 PM Thursday, September 13 following the Finance Committee at 5 PM and the work session at 6 PM The Junction City, Louisiana Town Council will meet Thursday, September 13 at 6 PM. The Junction City School Board will meet Tuesday, September 11 at 7 PM at the Junction City Elementary library. The Haynesville Town Council will meet Tuesday, September 11 at 6 PM in the Council Chambers.    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.    “The Use Of White Tailed Deer By Native Americans” 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 will hear a presentation on the many uses Native Americans found for deer. Their bones, tendons, antlers and hide, as well as venison for food, were all used. Call 1-888-577-2524 or 927-2976.    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.     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.				Punt, Pass, Kick Competition Set For Saturday, September 8 - On Saturday, September 8, a Punt Pass Kick Competition will be held begionning at 8 AM at the Homer High School football field. Ages 8 to 15. No entry fee. For more info, call the Boys & Girls Club at 927-2718.    Homer High Football Game Tickets $4 At School, $5 At Gate - Homer High School will be selling tickets to all home games at the school office for $4. Tickets at the gate will be $5    “Share Life, Give Blood” Thursday, September 13 - The Homer Community Blood Drive will be held Thursday, September 13, 10 AM-2 PM at the Church of Christ Annex Building on West Main. Refreshments and a free T-shirt -or- a cholesterol check for every donor.    Boy Scouts To Hold Coat Drive - Boy Scouts Troop 72, sponsored by First Baptist Church, in conjunction with Community Services, Claiborne Cleaners, and Al-N-Way Cleaners, will host a community coat drive through September. Drop off points are Wal-Mart, Regions Bank, Hibernia Bank, and First Baptist Church, or call for pick up. Coats will be cleaned and distributed to local needy families. New and used coats in good condition only will be accepted. Call Wayne Hatfield at 927-2961 or 927-9420 or any Boy Scout.    It’s Not Too Late To Get Your Pelican Football Season Tickets - Previous ticket holders get first opportunity to renew Pelican Football Season Tickets at Homer High, then on first come, first serve basis. Ticket prices are: $5 - general admission; $20 - season tickets, $25 - lower box seats & sky boxes, $15 - parking passes. Call Homer High at 927-2985.    Class Reunion Committee Looking For Homer High 1991 Graduates - It is important that any Homer High School graduate, Class of 1991, who did not receive a letter in the mail about the upcoming reunion contact Kim Herring Pumphrey at (870) 924-5779 or David Aubrey at (318) 927-1312 as soon as possible.    It’s Doll Making Time Again In Homer! - Items are needed to make dolls and other gifts for Christmas--fabrics, lace, tape, ribbon, thread, sweat pants, sweat shirts, etc. Ladies meet the first Tuesday of each month at the Homer Church of Christ Annex Building on West Main to make dolls, lap robes, doll quilts, pillows, etc. Volunteers are welcome. For more info, call Jo Ann Kendrick at 927-3079.    Masonic Lodge Begins Classes For Dyslexic Children In Home, Minden - The Homer class for Dyslexic children will begin September 10, 2001 at the First United Methodist Church. This charity project is promoted and supported by the Grand Lodge of the State of La., F&AM. District 2 will have two classes--one in Minden and one in Homer. Six students have signed up and been approved for the beginning Homer class.    Homer Memorial Hospital To Hold Childbirth Preparation Classes - Homer Memorial Hospital will be offering Childbirth Preparation Classes beginning October 15. These classes are free and are open to anyone wishing to attend, regardless of where they plan to deliver. For more information, or to register, call Homer Memorial at (318) 927-2024 and ask for the OB nurse on duty.    Cub Scout Pack 7 To Hold Bass Tournament Saturday, Sept. 29 - Cub Scout Pack 7, sponsored by First Presbyterian Church, will host its First Annual Open Bass Tournament on Saturday, September 29 from 6 AM-2 PM--the only major fundraiser for the year. Participants can fish anywhere in Claiborne Parish. Sign in and weigh in at BSA Scout Hut across from School Board. Applications available at Michael’s Sporting Goods, Wal-Mart, Keith’s Food Mart, Mini-Mart, M&M Hardware, or from any Cub Scout parent. Entry fee is $20 per person, Big Bass $5. All cash prizes, based on percentage of entry fees. Popcorn sales start 9-24. To avoid door to door solicitation, popcorn will be sold by order only. For more information or to order popcorn, call Ben Booth - 927-2668 or 2011, Bob Goss - 927-3172 or 9238, Beverly Taylor - 927-4225 or 9675, Wood Wilder - 927-5295 or 6171, or Wayne Hatfield -927-9420 or 2961.    Homer Masonic Lodge To Hold Charity Bass Tournament - The Homer class for Dyslexic children will begin September 10, 2001 at the First United Methodist Church. This charity project is promoted and supported by the Grand Lodge of the State of La., F&AM. District 2 will have two classes--one in Minden and one in Homer. Six students have signed up and been approved for the beginning Homer class.    Claiborne Academy To Hold Annual Fall Book Fair Sept. 11-18 - Claiborne Academy will hold its annual Fall Book Fair September 11-18 from 8 AM-3 PM in the school library. Book fair activities include Parents Day and Grandparents Day. Parents and grandparents are invited to eat lunch with students on those days. Funds raised will go toward materials for the library and school. For more info, call the school at 927-2747.    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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