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April 17, 2003

 

Police Jury Approves Calling Election For Sales Tax

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

Loy Weaver, president of the Claiborne Economic Development Board (CEDB), addressed the Claiborne Parish Police Jury at their work session on Wednesday, April 9 and asked them to adopt a resolution to levy a sales and use tax of one-fourth of one percent for a period of ten years. The Sales Tax Proposition being proposed simply states that "proceeds thereof to be administered by the Claiborne Parish Economic Board to assist, encourage, and promote economic and community development in the parish." Weaver said the Jury appoints the members to the CEDB, but they have no source of funding to accomplish the objectives which have been set forth in the booklet "Visions for a Better Tomorrow" prepared by committees headed up by Dr. Nelson Philpot. Juror Jerry Adkins asked what happened to the plan to educate the community on the plan set forth in the "Vision" booklet. He said he would like to sit down with the Industrial Board and talk about the priorities. You can't possibly do everything outlined in the "Vision" book. Although he found almost universal acceptance to a second lake, there are other sections he didn't like in the book. Also he said it is difficult to explain a plan when you don't fully understand it yourself.

Claiborne Schools No. 1 Growth In State, Teachers Credited

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

School Superintendent Gary Jones informed School Board members at their regular meeting April 10, the District Accountability Results released earlier that day showed Claiborne Parish Schools were at the top in the State in target growth in grades K-8 during the 2001-2002 school year. Jones said he was already getting calls, wanting to know how they did it. Technology Supervisor Janet Holland said scores were based on a combination of LEAP and IOWA test scores which make up about 90 percent, the number of certified teachers, and dropout rates. The results showed Claiborne Parish grew 5.9 points in 2002, the most growth by any school district in the State. Claiborne Parish scores went from 62.9 to 68.8, while the State's score remained unchanged at 80.8. The Parish now ranks 54 of the 66 Districts, up from the rank of 58 in 2001. Several Pre-K students demonstrated their reading skills for School Board members. Teacher Kathy Johnston showed how four-year-olds were learning to read at Homer Elementary under the new Direct Instruction program instituted last year. Superintendent Jones said this is a great program and it is getting great results. When asked what the secret was for the great District Accountability Scores, Jones said simply it was the teachers. "You can put in all the programs that you want, but programs don't teach kids. Teachers teach kids."

Wildlife And Fisheries Investigate Drowning Death Of Homer Man

The Claiborne Parish Sheriff's Office was called to the scene of a drowning in D'Arbonne Creek approximately one-third mile south of La. 2 on La. 9 about 5:27 PM Sunday, April 13. AMR units and divers were immediately dispatched to the scene. At approximately 5:50 PM, Claiborne Ambulance personnel recovered 26-year-old Lamar Deandre Ball from the water approximately five feet west of the D'Arbonne Creek Bridge and ten foot south of the north bank. He was immediately transported to Homer Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead by Claiborne Parish Coroner Dr. D. K. Haynes. The boat was found on the north side of the creek, approximately 80 feet east of the bridge.The Claiborne Parish Sheriff's Office notified Louisiana Depart-ment of Wildlife and Fisheries of the accident. Agents Mike Kelly and Kenny Balkom took charge of the investigation. Their investigation revealed Ball, Jarmarcion Hardwell, 10, and Milton Hamilton, 46, all of Homer, were in the process of boarding the pirogue with lawn chairs to go fishing, when as one of the subjects was boarding the boat, Ball fell out. Hamilton attempted to rescue Ball but was unable to. The investigation is continuing, but Balkom said it appeared to be an unfortunate accident.

Homer Housing Authority Executive Director Fired

Homer Housing Authority Executive Director Sonja Hamilton was placed on administrative leave Friday, April 11, then fired on Monday, April 14, following a meeting of the Executive Board of the HHA. Board member James Ridley said Hamilton was let go for falsifying documents, in particular, bank statements. According to Homer Police Chief Rodney Hollenshead, his office was called Friday morning, April 11 to investigate a burglary at the Housing Authority office at 329 Oil Mill Street. Officer Russell Mills found the two front offices had been ransacked and chairs in the board room had been cut with a sharp object sometime between 4:30 PM, April 10 and 7:30 AM, April 11. It appeared nothing had been taken as there were still three computers, one television, one radio/CD player, and $100 in cash in the office. Mills noted there was no forced entry into the building and no locked files or drawers had been forced open, however, he was informed that one employee had forced open a locked filing cabinet in Hamilton's office to see if anything had been removed. Mills also discovered a knife in a knife rack with some green wire insulation, along with a grounding arc on the blade. Hamilton was appointed Executive Director in February 2001 after then Director Kerry L. Sims entered a guilty plea to charges of theft from the agency totaling $86,488.15. Sims, 39 at the time, was later sentenced to one year and one day in prison, followed by three years supervised probation, then ordered to pay restitution. At that time, the Board ignored advice not to hire Hamilton. Ridley said the HHA Board has contracted with accountant William Friday of Austin, Texas who works with HUD to help agencies when they are in trouble. Friday was recommended by Dan Strange, with Solution Alliance of Dallas. He spent his first day on the job Tuesday, April 15 and Ridley said he could be here a week or as long as three months. The Board will continue to employ Friday until they are able to determine what, if anything is missing. At that point, they will consider advertising for the position. Hollenshead said he has turned over the investigation into the burglary to the Louisiana State Police.

2003 Annual Claiborne Parish Jubilee

Claiborne Parish-The Heart Of The Louisiana Purchase

Saturday, May 10, 2003 In Downtown Homer • 9 AM - 8 PM

The Claiborne Parish Jubilee Committee is looking for area artists, photographers, craftsman, vendors, and sponsors for the festival scheduled for Saturday, May 10 in downtown Homer. There will be no charge to enter artwork, paintings, and photographs. Awards will be presented in several categories. For more information, call Rhonda Porter at 927-6091. Vendors can lease a 10'x10' space for $25. Selection of space around the Courthouse Square will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis. Other activities include all day entertainment, Homer Memorial Hospital Health Fair, Ford Museum exhibit on the Louisiana Purchase Bicentennial, Silent Auction for D.A.R.T., Homemade Ice Cream Contest, and drama by the Homer High School Drama Club. For more information, call Chairman Martha Peters at 927-9793 or Susan Herring at 927-3541 or 927-9312 after 5 PM.

Homer Elementary Students Join Shreveport Opera Cast, "Why Dinosaurs Don't Smoke"

The Shreveport Opera Express brought some of the fine arts to Claiborne Parish last week with the traveling performance of "Why Dinosaurs Don't Smoke." Homer Elementary Principal Patrice Lee said the performance was made possible with a grant through the 8G Instructional Enhancement Through Arts Program. Music Teacher Arnese Brass was given the musical score in advance and worked with students to prepare them for two performances. Students in grades 1-4 from Homer and Haynesville Elementary, Athens and Pineview were transported to Homer High to view the musical. Lee and Brass agreed this was an unusual treat for students who normally would never have the opportunity to attend such an event. The Children's Opera was written by Susan M. Yankee and was loosely based on the Cinderella story. Milagros Cruz of New York played the part of Prettyella who lived with her Aunt Prunella and Cousin Gertrude, both played by Christine Edmundson of New Orleans. Both girls vied for the affection of the Dinosaur Prince Rex, played by Thomas Irwin of New Orleans. Music Director and accompanist was Marc-Andre Bougie.

Military Prayer List

Emmanuel Seals, Danny Dawson, Vincent P. Bailey, Sabrina Bailey; Curtis J. Williams, Johnny Sumlin, Jr., Felyncia Morgan McNair, Jonathan Paul Harris, Antoine McKenzie, Mike Hood, Ricky Lane, Mindy Lane Flader, Nathanael Flader, Robert Richter, Chauncey Burns, Terris M. Lyons, Joe D. Morgan, Kennedy Burns, Joshua Perry, Tommy Migues, Chris Coleman, Robert M. French, Michael R. Pearce, David R. Nutt, Joe D. Quarles,Terrance A. Smith, Lemuel A. Wells, LaDarrell T. Willis, Rametria S. Banks, Cooly Calvin, Tiffany M. Hamilton, Gary K. McCline, Phyllis D. Wartley, Anthony C. Bailey, Ryan A. Barraclough, Robert N. Carter, Orlando J. West, Patice K. Ford, Beau Bower, Jamin Perkins, Jake Hooker, Reese Barrington, Aaron McDaniel, Jr., Kirk Dorrell, Geoffry Moore, John Mark Tabor, Fred Cox, Kristopher Darden, Clint Bellew, Alisha Davila, Clay Williams, Kirk Dorrell, Chris Ebarb, Brian Dees, Jim Philpot, Angela Smith, John Davis Peep, Judd Parker, Casey Heard, David Hardy, Lance Fife, Lee C. Banks, Jr., Jimmy Mason, Stuart Mason, Blake Mason, Marcus Willis, James Alan Burns,Jason Vise, Matthew Ratliff, Tess Hughes, Adam White, Leonard Michael Legendre, Samuel Kasey Gryder, Khieem Jackson, Martin Carnell, Warren Fielding, Will G. Shrout, Ashley Henderson, Joe Duranz Levingston, Angel Smith. Clint Gholson, Erica Seals, Christopher S. Randle, Doug Upshaw, Stephen Laws, Joel Taunton, Gerald Manzanares, Robert Matthew Wilson, Jeffery S. Bailey, Brandon Bailey, Daniel Ledford, Rocky Ellis, Jay Hilton, Thomas L. Wynn, Brian Megehee, Ted Cox, John David Smith, Chauncey J. Houston, Darryl Kelly.

Community Sunrise Service Set 6:30 AM On Easter Sunday

Community Sunrise Services will be held at 6:30 AM on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2003 on the lawn of the Claiborne Parish Courthouse. Dr. John Markley, pastor of Grace Bible Church, will offer the Easter message. The service will include scripture readings of Luke 23:26-55 by Rev. David Dietzel (First United Methodist) and John 20:1-18 by Rev. Robert McGaha (First Pentecostal), prayer by Dr. James Simeon (First Baptist), and several hymns by Theresa Booth and Mary Barrington.

National Day Of Prayer Claiborne Parish Courthouse Lawn

Thursday • May 1, 2003 • Noon The National Day of Prayer will be celebrated on the lawn of the Claiborne Parish Courthouse at noon on Thursday, May 1, 2003 as stated in the Proclamation recently signed by Homer Mayor Huey Dean. The event which recognizes the role prayer has played in the lives of individual Americans, and the United States as a whole is sponsored by the Homer Ministerial Alliance and the Trinity Bible Study Group. The Proclamation encourages area citizens to join together on the Square to earnestly pray for our Nation, State, and Town, to ask God's light will illuminate the minds and hearts of our people and our leaders, so they may meet the challenges that lie ahead with courage, wisdom and justice. Following the welcome by Mayor Dean and introduction by Dr. John Markley, prayers will be offered by Rev. Bettie Archie, Dr. James Simeon, Rev. Rusty Gilbert, Rev. Robert McGaha, Rev. David Dietzel, Rev. Bentley Massingill, and Rev. John McClelland. Theresa Booth will sing the National Anthem, Charlie Buford will sing "America the Beautiful", and Christy Crowder will sing "God Bless America". All are encouraged to join us in prayer.

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The Herbert S. Ford Museum Has Reopened To The Public - Phase I of USDA construction has been completed at the Ford Museum and regular hours have resumed. The Museum is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 AM to 12:00 noon and 1:30-4:00 PM. For special appointments, call 927-9190. Admission is Adults - $3, Children - $1, and Families - $5.    Support, Information & Photo Contributions Needed for Claiborne One - A community effort is needed in collecting information for Claiborne One. For contribution ideas, see the open letter from Claiborne One's local web site designer. In addition, business and organization sponsorship support is needed to insure continued growth of our site. Visit the Claiborne One Sponsorship Page for more information.    Homer Lions Club Bar-B-Que Chicken Dinner - May 17 - Homer Lions Club will sponsor a Bar-B-Que Chicken Dinner for $5.00, on Saturday, May 17, 10:30 - 1:30. Pick-up at Bank in front of Brookshires. All proceeds go to the Louisiana Eye Bank and The Crippled Childrens Camp.    Peterson Cemetery Memorial, Graveyard Workings Sat., April 26 - The Peterson Cemetery Memorial and Graveyard Workings is set for Saturday, April 26 at the Peterson Cemetery just off Hwy. 146 (White Lightning Road) and Pleasure Point Road. A covered dish lunch will be enjoyed at noon. Donations for upkeep of the Cemetery can be mailed to Odessa Roberts, 124 Willow Street, Homer, LA 71040. All who have loved ones buried there are encouraged to join us as we remember them. We would especially love to see family who have never attended.    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.    Claiborne 2nd Annual Masonic Charity Bass Tourney Is May 10 - The Claiborne Parish Second Annual Masonic Charity Bass Tournament will be held on Saturday, May 10. The Five Fish Stringer Open Team Tournament will be held from 6 AM - 2 PM on Lake Bistineau, with the launch and weigh-in at the Lake Bistineau Pavilion #1. Ten places cash guaranteed. Fee is $90 per team. Entry deadline is April 25, 2003. Gumbo for sale to public. Live music. Tournament will benefit Homer and Athens Masonic Charity Funds. For more info, call Tommy Wyant at 318-927-0092 or Tom Brewton at 318-927-6619.    Cheryl Ford Day Proclaimed For Friday, April 25, 2003 - Cheryl Ford Day has been proclaimed for Friday, April 25, 2003, by the Claiborne Parish Police Jury. Activities for the day include afternoon reception at the Police Jury Complex in the former Homer National Bank building where Cheryl and her family will be honored and her outstanding achievements recognized. After the reception Cheryl will visit the Boys & Girls Club. Anyone who would like to participate in planning or sponsorship should call Bea or Don Grimes at 927-4837, Butch Bays at 927-9883, or Cynthia Steele at the Police Jury office at 927-2222.    American Legion Baseball To Hold Meeting April 27, 2 PM - There will be an organizational meeting for American Legion Baseball on Sunday, April 27 at 2 PM at Armory Park. All 15 and 16 year olds interested in playing should contact Robert Sanders at 927-6880.    Trailblazer Offers Tips For Reducing Waste In Your Home - According to the USDA, 27% of our nation's food supply was wasted during 1995. Possible remedies are to plan ahead for meals and buy only what you need to use up food and keep it fresh. Don't forget to compost leftover fruit and vegetables. Call the Trailblazer office at 1-318-255-3554 for more information on backyard composting and additional tips on reducing waste at home.    Pre-K, K-5 Registration New Students Haynesville Elementary - There will be an open enrollment registration for any new student entering the Haynesville Elementary Pre-K and K-5 beginning now and will continue until classes are filled. In order for a child to be put in a Pre-K or K-5 class, you must bring the following: 1) birth certificate, 2) Social Security card, and 3) shot record from the Health Unit or Doctor's office. Registration packets will be filled out at the school registration for the 2003-04 school term which will be held in August.    New Cabins At Lake Claiborne State Park Are Open - Ten vacation cabins opened at Lake Claiborne State Park on January 9, 2001. 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.    South Ark Couples Classic Set For May 3-4 In El Dorado - The South Arkansas Couples Classic golf tournament is scheduled May 3 and 4 at the El Dorado Golf & Country Club. The tournament format is a couples scramble. The field will be limited to 60 teams with a 9 AM shotgun start on Saturday and Sunday mornings. There will be six flights of 10 teams with prize money awarded for each flight. An optional practice round is offered Friday, May 2 and a putting and chipping contest will be held that evening. The entry fee is $200 per couple, which includes carts and fees. To enter or for more information, contact the El Dorado Chamber of Commerce at 870-863-6113 or e-mail to alexis@boomtown.org.    S. Claiborne Water System To Hold Open House April 30 - South Claiborne Water System will hold an Open House at their new office located at the intersection of La. 518 and Tulip Road east of Athens Wednesday, April 30 from 9AM-3PM. Office hours are 8AM-Noon, Monday-Friday. Call 258-4151.    The Guardian-Journal Looking For Active Military Personnel - The Guardian-Journal is working to compile a list of active military personnel from our area. Anyone who knows someone currently serving active duty in any branch of the armed forces is asked to please contact Susan Herring by calling (318) 927-3541 or (318) 927-9312, or send an email to guardianjournal@aol.com or kimdeann@bellsouth.net. Any church, school, classroom, organization, or individual who would like to adopt one of these serviceman while they are away from home serving our country are also asked to contact Herring at The Guardian-Journal.    Central Claiborne Water System To Meet April 19 - Central Claiborne Water System will hold their annual meeting on April 19 at 2 PM at the Homer Fire Station.    D.A.R.T.’s WAVE Group Meets Every Wednesday In Homer - D.A.R.T.'s newly organized Domestic Abuse Outreach Support Group "WAVE" (Women Against Violence Everywhere) meets every Wednesday in Homer from 5:30-6:00 PM. Family violence and domestic abuse is a concern in which all members of the community must become involved to ensure a safe and secure home for everyone. If you or someone you know is in a relationship that is violent or abusive, help is available. For more information, call (318) 513-9373 or (800) 281-7885.    Lake Claiborne State Park Events - For information on upcoming events - Call 1-888-677-2524 toll free or 318-927-2976.    Claiborne Parish NAACP To Meet April 22 At 6:30 PM - The Claiborne Parish Branch of the NAACP will meet Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 6:30 PM at the Homer Childhood Learning Center at 299 Washington Street in Homer.    Summerfield Pre-K, Kindergarten Registration Set For May 2 - Summerfield Pre-K and Kindergarten registration will be May 2, all day. Parents need to bring birth certificates, social security card, and shot record. Students must be 4 years old by September 30, 2003 for Pre-K and 5 years for Kindergarten. For more information, call 927-3621.    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.				Homer Memorial Hospital Health Fair - May 10, 9 am - 1 pm - Homer Memorial Hospital Health Fair will be presented inside the Homer Town Hall during the Claiborne Parish Jubilee on May 10th. Health Fair Activities to include: Free Cholesterol Screening Free Glucose Screening Free Blood Pressure Screening Free Eye Screening, Eye Glass Cleaning & Adjustments Free Height & Weight Measurements Special Kids Are with Moonwalk and Face Painting Freebies & Door Prizes Several Health Information Booths Homer Memorial Hospital Where Good Health and Community Come Together     Pineview High School FBLA To Host Annual Talent Show - Pineview High School's Future Business Leaders of America Club will be hosting their Annual Talent Show April 25 at 7 PM in the Pineview gym. Admission is $4. Trophies will be given in each category and a cash award to the overall winner. Please contact Ms. Watson at 927-6157 after 4 PM or Pineview High at 353-6334 between 9-10 AM, Mon.-Fri.    Claiborne Parish "Night of the Arts" May 6 Haynesville High - The Claiborne Parish "Night of the Arts" will be held May 6 at the Haynesville High School gym beginning at 6 p.m. The event will feature Band, Chorus, and Art featuring students from Claiborne Parish schools.    Educational Seminars For Seniors - A series of educational programs designed to inform senior citizens on 1) banking and cost saving tips, 2) wills, estates, and other legal documents, 3) health and safety tips, and 4) insurance will be held on Thursday, May 22 at 1 PM. For information call Joetta Williams at 927-3579 in Homer or Renee L. Buggs at 624-2552 in Haynesville, or Valena Lane at 247-6676 or Tonya Jackson at 255-3632.    Bethel Baptist Church To Present Passion Of Jesus - Bethel Baptist Church in Lillie will present "The Passion of Jesus" an outdoor drama on the daath and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The cast of 120 include members from several area churches. Performances are scheduled for 8 PM Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, April 18-20. Admission is free. They have new restrooms and bleachers but recommend bringing a lawn chair. Bethel Church is located 2.3 miles west of Hwy. 167 on Bethel Church Road (1.8 miles south of Junction City or 5.3 miles north of Lillie). For more info call 318-986-4418.    Lunch & Learn "Spring Your Diet Into Shape" At Homer City Hall - Stacey Pardue, KNOE-TV8 Dietician & Author of "Eat What You Love!" will present an informative presentation on modifications you can make in your daily diet at a noon luncheon on Tuesday, April 22 from 12 noon to 1 PM at Homer City Hall. Lunch and learn how to get on track for a healthier lifestyle. Great for individuals following specialized diets and for those that just want to put a spring in their step. Please call 927-9009 to pre-register. This community educational program is free and open to the public, provided by Louisiana Health Care Group.    Summerfield PTO To Hold Annual Dinner & Auction May 10 - Summerfield High School PTO will hold their Annual Dinner & Auction on Saturday, May 10 beginning at 5:30 PM in the school gym. This year the money raised will go toward the purchase of land to build a softball field. At this time, the Lady Rebels are practicing and playing all home games on the Rocky Springs Baptist Church field in Lisbon. Padnuh's BBQ will be furnishing the meal. Wildlife prints by Reggie McLeroy, a native of Ruston, will be two of the many auction items. All items donated for the auction and all who attend are very much appreciated. Tickets are on sell for $8 from Summerfield staff and PTO members.    Pre-Registration Set For Pineview's Pre-School - Pre-registration for the 2003-2004 Pre-School session has been set for the week of May 5-9 at Pineview School, during normal school hours. Please bring the following items with you when you come to register your child: Birth certificate (must have State seal), 2) updated health record (white or yellow health card), and Social Security Card. Your child must be 4 years of age on or before September 30, 2003 to enter this program.    Athens High To Pre-K, Kindergarten Registration April 22-25 - Registration April 22-25 Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten Round-up will be held Tuesday-Friday, April 22-25 at Athens High School. Parents may register 4 and 5 year olds in the school library from 9:30 AM until 12 noon each day. Children must be 4 years old on or before October 1, 2003 to register for Pre-K and 5 years old on or before October 1, 2003 for Kindergarten. Requirements for registration are the child's birth certificate, social security card and health record.    New Ramah Cemetery To Hold Annual Meeting May 3 - The New Ramah Cemetery will hold its annual meeting May 3, 2003 at 9 AM at the New Ramah Primitive Baptist Church.    Claiborne Parish Police Jury Meeting Agenda Online - Visit The Claiborne Parish Police Jury Official Proceedings site page for Meeting Agendas. Meetings are held each Wednesday (general discussions) and Thursday (decision making session) after the first Monday of each month. Agendas are presented the day before the Wednesday meeting.    Homer High Class Of 1973 Planning Class Reunion - Members of Homer High Class of 1973 are planning a Class Reunion. If you are a member of that class and would like to attend a planning meeting or want more info, call Jesse Allen 318-398-7602, Patsy Ferrell Pickens 927-5962 or Azzie Olds 927-4977.    Money Available for New or Expanding Businesses in Homer - The Homer Chamber of Commerce now has monies to lend through the Revolving Loan Program. Anyone who is interested in starting a business or enlarging an existing business within an eight mile radius of Homer may be eligible. These funds were received from the USDA Rural Business Enterprise Grant Program to assist small businesses and provide for jobs in Homer. Loan preferences will be made on the basis of job creation. Further information may be obtained by contacting Mac Brakefield, Executive Director of the Homer Chamber of Commerce at (318) 927-3271.    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. Our Claiborne Council on Aging site page is now online...    Haynesville Elementary School Sponsoring Book Fair - Haynesville Elementary School will be sponsoring a book fair from Monday, April 28 through Friday, May 2, 2003. This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to see a variety of books and to purchase some for their personal library. Reading is fundamental to learning, so we encourage participation in this worthwhile event. We also welcome parents to come view this wide selection of books at our book fair.    Pinehill Water System Holds Monthly Meeting April 21 - The Pinehill Water System will hold their monthly meeting at Claiborne Manor Nursing Home Monday, April 21, 6 PM.    Police Jury Collecting Old Tires Without Rims - The Police Jury is now collecting old tires without rims at their barn location at 4070 Hwy. 79 South, next to Ludlow. The site has been approved by the La. Department of Environmental Quality for a collection sit for old tires. The Police Jury will not accept tires unless the rim has been removed. Tires with rims will be rejected. Residents can drop off their waste tires during regular working hours Monday-Friday. For more information, call the Police Jury office at 927.2222.    Athens High School PTA To Meet Thursday, April 17, 6 pm - Athens High Schools Parent Teacher Conference meeting will be held on Thursday, April 17, at 6:00 p.m. in the faculty/staff room.    Northwest La. Technical College, Homer Sets New Time For Tests - Northwest Louisiana Technical College, Homer Campus are announcing a new testing time for entrance beginning April 30, 2003. Tests will be given every Wednesday at 8 AM. If you have questions, call the Homer Campus at 927-2034.    Haynesville Study Club To Meet Wednesday, May 7 - The Haynesville Study Club will meet Wednesday, May 7 in the home of June Coltharp with Juanita Garrett serving as co-hostess. Sandra Hines will review The Quilter's Apprentice by Jennifer Chiaverini. The short topic will be presented by Meredith Lawless. All are encouraged to attend.
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