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August 14, 2003

 

Water, Groundwater Issues Discussed By Jury

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

Chairman Bobby Joslin asked the Claiborne Parish Police Jury to consider reappointing Alice Stewart, Roger Pemberton, and Maurice Wilson to the Claiborne Parish Watershed District Commission at their meeting on August 7 and reported on the annual dam inspection. Vice-Chairman Alice Stewart invited jurors to attend the next meeting of the Commission on August 21. She said the Commission would be discussing how to improve sharing information with the Jury. She said, "Our working together effectively has become critical." The State has set up a structure for managing all groundwater and is now deciding how to manage surface water. We must show effective public mechanisms at the local level if we wish to continue to have control over parish waters. Stewart said candidates for sheriff have also been invited to the meeting to share their views on how they plan to work to enforce parish ordinances.

Student Attendance Stressed At Board Meeting

Students Can Lose Driver's License If Suspended, Expelled, Or Placed In Alternative School

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

Truant Officer Mike Blackwelder reported on new state law that will affect students, attendance, and driver's licenses at the regular meeting of the Claiborne Parish School Board on Thursday, August 7. Blackwelder told the Board, "I can't stress enough the importance of regular school attendance, especially now. Poor attendance not only affects the child involved, but also our schools and school system, and ultimately, our society." Each student's daily average attendance is now a factor in determining a school's performance score. According to La. Rev. Statute 17:221, every parent, tutor or other person residing in Louisiana with control over a child between the age of 7 and 18 shall send that child to a public or private day school unless he or she graduates prior to their 18th birthday. They shall also assure the attendance of the child during regular hours established by the school board. Whoever violates this provision shall be fined not more than $250, or imprisoned not more than 30 days, or both. Supervisors of Child Welfare and Attendance with approval of superintendent shall file proceedings in court to enforce this law. Blackwelder said the average attendance rate last year at the highest performing school was 96.8 percent, the lowest school was 89.8 percent and the overall parish average was 95 percent. New laws passed by the Legislature this summer include Act 732 which states students between ages 15-18 who are expelled or suspended from school or assigned to alternative school for 10 or more consecutive days will have their driver's license suspended for one year. School officials are to notify the motor vehicle office. After six months, the school principal can, at their discretion, request reinstatement of the license if the student has displayed exemplary behavior.

Town Receives Emergency Grant

The Town of Homer was recently awarded an Emergency Grant for $15,000 thanks to help from the office of Senator Robert Barham and State Representative Rick Gallot. A resolution to accept the grant was brought before Mayor Huey Dean and the Town Council, and was passed unanimously. American Wastewater Management, which operates the Town's Wastewater Treatment Plant will use the funds to partially fund renovation of the facility. According to AWM General Manager Marios Papadopoulos, "These renovations will ensure the facility maintains permit compliance and that the Town will continue to receive continuous essential service in a reliable and high quality manner."

One Injured In Accident With Big Rig

Passenger Escapes Injury For Second Time

Charles Morgan, 19, of Haynesville, received a severe laceration to the head when the 1999 GMC Sonoma pickup he was driving collided with a 1990 Mac 18-wheel truck about 8:40 AM Monday, August 4. Jimmy Hudman, 42, of Waldo, Arkansas was driver of the 18-wheeler registered to Storey Oil and Gas, Inc. of Magnolia and was turning onto a dirt road off La. 808 about 3-1/2 miles north of Haynesville headed to an oilfield location. He was pulling a flatbed trailer loaded with a large mud tank used for fluids. Hudman and passenger Dewayne Thomas, 36, were not injured. Morgan was taking passenger Tony Ellerbe, 16, of Haynesville to football practice when the Sonoma rounded a slightly sloped curve on La. 808 to find an 18-wheeler making a left hand turn just ahead in the roadway. Morgan was traveling 55-60 mph in the curve with a suggested speed of 35 mph. He swerved to the left but was unable to avoid hitting the big rig, tearing part of the upper portion of the door facing away. The pickup then left the roadway to the left, traveled 60 feet on the westbound shoulder area, reentered the roadway and traveled another 28 feet on the eastbound shoulder. The vehicle collided with a tree, continued another 26 feet, hit a second tree, continued another 30 feet then hit a third tree bringing the vehicle to a stop in a heavily wooded area. Morgan and Ellerbe were transported by Claiborne Ambulance to Homer Memorial Hospital. Morgan was admitted and treated for severe laceration to the head. Ellerbe was treated and released. Hudman was cited for improper turning. When making a turn within 500 feet of a curve, a turn must be made within safe conditions and with consideration of the close proximity of the upcoming curve. Morgan was charged with driving too fast for the condition of the curve and for not wearing a seatbelt. This was second time Ellerbe was involved in an accident on the way to football practice. One year, on August 6, 2002, Ellerbe was a passenger in a vehicle with two other young men headed to football practice at Haynesville High. One of the passengers, Jeremy Bilberry, was killed when the vehicle they were riding in failed to negotiate a curve and overturned several time. None were wearing seat belts.

Metro Makes Arrest For Cocaine Distribution

The Metro Narcotics Task Force, Louisiana State Police, and Claiborne Parish Sheriff's Office concluded an eight-month long investigation into the distribution of crack cocaine in the Franklin Estates area located in eastern Claiborne Parish. Aretha Kemp, 34, of Lisbon was arrested Thursday, August 7 on two warrants of Distribution of Cocaine, Schedule II narcotics. According to agent James Spillers, the investigation is continuing and further charges are expected against Kemp. Spillers stated the assistance of the Louisiana State Police North District Narcotics of Shreveport was very helpful due to the manpower shortage and budget restraints in Claiborne Parish. Spillers said anyone with information on the illegal sale, use, or distribution of drugs is asked to contact the Claiborne Parish Sheriff's Office at 927-2011. Within the next two weeks, Metro Narcotics will publicize their new phone number. Information will be kept confidential. A reward can be given if information leads to an arrest and/or conviction.

Vision For Parish Includes Lakes, Recreation, Tourists, Retirees

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

"Retirees are the cleanest industry we can attract," according to Dr. Nelson Philpot. "The average retired couple brings more than $54,000 to the parish each year." After that turns over, they will add more than $81,000 to the economy, most spent locally. At the first of five public meetings to be held over the next six weeks, Philpot presented an outline of the strategic plan for Claiborne Parish, "Vision for a Better Tomorrow," to about fifty people who attended the meeting held at the Claiborne Parish Fair Barn on Monday, June 16. He said the centerpiece of the plan is water resources, recreation, tourism, retirees, and the timber and poultry industry. Philpot said, "Our goal is to facilitate discussion and we need everyone involved." The Visions book includes 80 recommendations for a parishwide strategic plan, the first 25 are prioritized, although some of the ideas will never be implemented. Among the list of assets in Claiborne Parish are its water resources which include the potential for several new lakes. Work is already underway in Webster Parish to expand the lake over the Sparta Aquifer recharge area in the west part of Claiborne Parish. This lake would not only ease the stress on the Aquifer, but could provide opportunities for retirees and recreation. The Final meeting will be held at Homer High School on Monday, August 18. Meeting to begin at 7 PM and will include a Power Point presentation of the Strategic Plan followed by a question and answer session. The Power Point presentation used in "Vision for a Better Tomorrow" meetings is available online (DSL or Cable connection and MS Internet Explorer recommended). The abridged version of the Visions Book is also online (PDF format).

New Postmaster Takes Over At Homer

Karen M. Collins took over the reins of the Homer Post Office on Monday, August 4. She replaces former postmaster Jerry Abercrombie who transferred to the Ruston Post Office on May 14. Serving in the interim was Greg Young, who returned to the Blanchard Post Office August 5. Collins has over 20 years experience with the U.S. Postal Service. Prior to her assignment in Homer, Collins had served as Labor Relations Specialist at the Shreveport Post Office for the past seven years. Collins and her husband, William A. "Bill" Collins, are originally from West Monroe. They and son, Will Cody, plan to relocate to the area.

Jerry Adkins Announces Bid For Re-Election To Police Jury

The purpose of this announcement is to formally declare my intention to seek re-election as the District 9 representative on the Claiborne Parish Police Jury. This declaration signifies a willingness to serve and a belief that service on the Police Jury is a worthwhile community service. Elections are a time for decisions. I can decide to run, but only the voters can decide who represents District 9. Whatever the voters may decide, I will remain appreciative for the last two years and the opportunity to represent District 9. Two years of working with the citizens of the district, has confirmed my belief that we are blessed with well-informed and responsible voters. As a responsible candidate, I would encourage you to cast your vote for the person who is best qualified to represent your interests, whomever that may be.

Close Encounter With The Planet Mars

No One Alive Today Will Ever See This Again

Never again in our lifetime will the Red Planet look so spectacular! This month and next, Earth is catching up with Mars, an encounter that will culminate in the closest approach between the two planets in recorded history. The next time Mars may come this close is in 2287. Due to the way Jupiter's gravity tugs on Mars and perturbs its orbit, astronomers can only be certain that Mars has not come this close to Earth in the last 5,000 years but it may be as long as 60,000 years. The encounter will culminate on August 27th when Mars comes to within 34,649,589 miles and will be (next to the moon) the brightest object in the night sky. It will attain a magnitude of -2.9 and will appear 25.11 arc seconds wide. At a modest 75-power magnification Mars will look as large as the full moon to the naked eye. Mars will be easy to spot. At the beginning of August, Mars will rise in the east at 10 p.m. and reach its azimuth at about 3 a.m. But by the end of August when the two planets are closest, Mars will rise at nightfall and reach its highest point in the sky at 12:30 a.m. That's pretty convenient when it comes to seeing something that no human has seen in recorded history. So, mark your calendar at the beginning of August to see Mars grow progressively brighter and brighter throughout the month. No one alive today will ever see this again.

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The Herbert S. Ford Museum - Louisiana Purchase Exhibit - An Exhibit exploring the impact of the Louisiana Purchase on north-central Louisiana will be featured in the Herbert S. Ford Memorial Museum, located in the former Hotel Claiborne. The exhibit examines the culture of Native Americans who first inhabited the area. The museum houses a remarkable collection of artifacts reflecting the life, culture and society of North Louisiana Hill Country. For inquiries call Beverly Smith at 927-2223 or Toni Robertson at 927-6855. The Museum regular hours are Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays, from 9 AM - 4 PM, closed from 12 noon until 1 PM.    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 High Pelican Dolls, Flag Line Selling $1 Chances - Homer High Pelican Dolls and HHS Flag Line are holding fundraisers to purchase uniforms and equipment. The Flag Line are selling $1 chances on $100 gift certificate at Wal-Mart. The Pelican Dolls are selling $1 chances on a custom made chest with bottom lined in cedar or a custom made 8 gun cabinet, both on display at Regions Bank. Contact any Pelican Doll or Flag Line member or Mary Canterbury at 927-6839. Drawing will be held July 10.    Long Time Claiborne Parish Residents Announce Opening of Web Site - Claiborne Parish Business owners, B.G. and Rochelle Hall announce the opening of their new web site. Operating their business, Hall Boat Lifts, from their home on Lake Claiborne, the Hall's have provided Boat Lifts and Accessories for over 24 years. Interested parties are invited to visit them on the web at www.Boat-Lifts.US.    Claiborne One Site Now Features Area Image Archive - Archives Now Online include: Christmas Festival and Parade 2000 Lake Claiborne State Park Corney Lake Natl Park Claiborne Parish Jubilee 2003 To submit your images for inclusion in the Claiborne One Image Archive you may email them to webmaster@ClaiborneOne.org.    LifeShare Blood Center To Hold Blood Drive August 20 - LifeShare Blood Center will host their quarterly Community Blood Drive at Homer Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, August 20 from 11 AM to 4 PM in the Hospital Conference Room. To donate blood, you should be feeling well, weigh at least 110 lbs. and be a minimum of 17 years of age. You will receive your choice of t-shirt, baseball cap or cholesterol test. Drinks and snacks will be provided.    Senator John Breaux To Be In Minden Monday, Aug. 11 - Senator John Breaux will visit North Louisiana next week. He will be at the Minden Civic Center at 4 PM on Monday, August 11 to address issues facing Congress and will answer questions. The event is being hosted by State Senator Robert Adley, State Rep. Jean Doerge, Mayor Bill Robertson, and the Minden Chamber of Commerce. Refreshments will be served. The public is invited to attend.    Lake Claiborne State Park Events For July And August - Local nature programs scheduled for July and August at Lake Claiborne State Parks are: Thurs., July 31 - Arts & Crafts: Toys of the Past, 7 PM Sat., Aug. 2 - Starry Night: Planetarium Telescope, 8 PM (must pre-register) Thurs., Aug. 7 - Arts & Crafts: Making A Bird House, 7 PM Sat., Aug. 9 - Animal Homes, 4 PM Sat., Aug. 9 - Story Time, 5 PM Sat., Aug. 16 - Arts & Crafts: Leaf Rub, 5 PM Sat., Aug. 23 - Arts & Crafts: Splash & Sponge, 10 AM Sat., Aug. 30 - Wacky Games: End of Summer Fun, 4 PM For more information, call 318-927-2976 or toll free 1-888-677-2524, or visit the Office of State Parks website at www.lastateparks.com.    Homer-Claiborne Chamber Working On New Membership Booklet - Lonnie Longmire will be in the Homer-Claiborne Chamber of Commerce office for the next several days putting together the new membership booklet. Anyone interested in being included in the booklet can call 927-3271.    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.    Homer Golden Raiders Senior Club Picnic - Rescheduled For Sept. 13 The picnic for the Homer Golden Raiders Senior Club originally scheduled for August 9 at the Mayfield Park has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 13 from 9 AM to 12 noon. Area coordinator Joe Etta Williams would like to thank you for your cooperation and consideration.    Claiborne Country Offers Clean Family Atmosphere Saturday Nights 7:00 till 10:30 pm - Claiborne Country located in the old North Louisana Hayride Building at Petersons Construction, presents dancing on Saturday Nights with one of the South's best bands "Sound of Gold". Caliborne Country Offers a Clean Family Atmosphere, No Smoking and No Drinking allowed. The band plays mostly older Counrty with 60's Rock and Roll mixed in. Admission is $7.00 for adults and under 12 free with an adult.    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...    Ministerial Alliance To Host 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony - The Homer Ministerial Alliance will host the 2nd Annual "9-11 Remembrance and Honor Ceremony on Thursday, September 11 at noon on the Courthouse lawn in Homer. The Ceremony is open to the entire community and will honor local law enforcement, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and the those serving in the military.    Pinehill Water System To Meet Monday, August 18 - The Pinehill Water System will hold their monthly meeting Monday, August 18 at 6 PM at the Claiborne Manor Nursing Home.    Central Claiborne Water System To Meet August 20 - The Central Claiborne Water System will meet Wednesday, August 20 at 6 PM at the Homer Fire Station.    Claiborne Parish Watershed District To Meet Thursday, August 21 - The Claiborne Parish Watershed District Commission will meet August 21 at 5:30 PM at the Police Jury Office Complex. On the agenda: proposed legislation increasing Wildlife and Fisheries' authority to regulate fishing on Lake Claiborne, proposed legislation amending the Revised Statute that created the Claiborne Parish Watershed District to conform with a new statute creating the Webster Parish Watershed District; below-the-dam parking lot proposal; routine reporting of Watershed District Commission meetings to Police Jury; invitation to sheriff candidates to report positions on enforcement of local ordinances; and the dam inspection report.    High School Students Can Get Dual Credit At NWLTC In Homer - Any high school student, age 16 or older, can sign up for classes at Northwest Louisiana Technical College for afternoon or evening classes. They can earn high school and college credit at the same time. High school students presently enrolled and attending classes are eligible for tuition exemption. Students must take the TABE test prior to enrollment. Tests are given at the Homer campus every Wednesday at 8 AM. For more information and a complete list of available course offerings, contact NWLTC at 927-2034.				"Meet The Pels" Set For Thursday, August 28, 7 PM - The Homer High School Pelican Quarterback Club invites everyone to come out and "Meet the Pels" and join the Quarterback Club on Thursday, August 28 at 7 PM. Purchase your family membership for $20 and receive 2 free hamburger plates. Individual memberships are $15 with 1 free plate. Additional plates are $3 each.    Claiborne Parish Christmas Festival Cookbooks On Sale - The Claiborne Parish Christmas Festival cookbooks are in. They are $13 each and can be bought at several area stores. Call 927-9009 if you want to reserve one. All proceeds will go toward this year's Festival set for November 29.    Haynesville Tornado QB Club Plans Hamburger Supper - The Haynesville Golden Tornado Quarterback Club will hold their Annual Membership Hamburger Supper on Tuesday,, August 26 at 6:30 PM at the Haynesville High cafeteria. Membership is $20 family and $10 for individuals.    Rep. Rick Gallot To Be In Homer Office In August - State Representative Rick Gallot will be in his Homer office located in the Police Jury Office Complex on Tuesday, August 12; Tuesday, August 19; and Tuesday, August 26 from 9 AM - 12 PM. For more information or to set up an appointment, call 1-800-676-2111.    Public Comments Sought For Corney Bayou Boat Ramp - The Caney Ranger District is seeking public comments on a proposed boat ramp, vault toilet and parking area planned for Corney Bayou at the end of U.S. Forest Service road 903. About half acre will be cleared. Comments can be mailed to District Ranger Alvin Womack, Caney Ranger District, Kisatchie National Forest, 3288 Hwy. 79, Homer, LA 71040, or by calling James Williams, project leader at 318-927-2061.    Claiborne Classic Car & Bike Show Looking For Donations - Rickey Bearden is looking for contributions for the 2nd Annual Lake Claiborne Classic Car & Bike Show to be held October 4, 2003 as a benefit fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Hospital. Donations are needed for the silent auction and for giveaway bags. Call Bearden at 927-9740.    Vision For A Better Tomorrow - Copies of the Strategic Plan for Economic Development of Claiborne Parish Will be Distributed and Discussed at a Series of Public Meetings. All Meetings Will be Held at 7:00 p.m. and Will be Open to the Entire Parish. Meeting Schedule: Homer: Monday, August 18 at the Homer High School. Following Introductory Comments by Parish Officials, a PowerPoint Presentation of the Strategic Plan Will be Made. The Public Will Then be Invited to participate in a Question and Answer Session Regarding Our Vision For A Better Tomorrow. These Meetings are Critically Important to the Future of Our Parish. Please Plan to Attend and Participate. Copies of the Strategic Plan are Available at the Police Jury Office, Chamber of Commerce, Claiborne Parish Library, Banks, and Selected Businesses. The Power Point presentation used in "Vision for a Better Tomorrow" meetings is available online (DSL or Cable connection and MS Internet Explorer recommended). The abridged version of the Visions Book is also online (PDF format).    Cub Scouts Pack 7 To Hold School Night August 19 - Homer Cub Scouts, Pack 7, will hold their annual "School Night" on Tuesday, August 19 at 6:30 PM at the First Presbyterian Church in Homer. For more information or you are interested in joining, please contact J. T. Williams at 927-1163. Cub Scouts is open to boys that will be in first through fifth grade this year.    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.    Homer High Pelicans To Host Lakeview In Scrimmage - Are you ready for some football? The Homer High School Pelicans will host the Lakeview Gators in a football scrimmage on Thursday, August 21 at 5:30 PM. Admission $1.    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.    Pupil Progression Draft Plan Available For View At School Board - Claiborne Parish School Board will revise and adopt the Pupil Progression Plan at its regular meeting on August 7, 2003. This plan sets local policy for promotion, retention, and testing of students in the Parish Schools. A draft plan will be available for public view and comments in the Claiborne Parish School Board office at 415 East Main in Homer during regular business hours.    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.    Friends Of Claiborne Parish Library Conducting Membership Drive - Friends of the Claiborne Parish Library are conducting their annual membership drive. Memberships are $5 for senior adults, $10 for individuals, $17 for families, and $500 for life memberships. For those book and reading lovers who contribute $125 or more this year (can be paid in installments), benches will be purchased and a plaque inscribed with their names will be placed on the bench. "Friends" membership forms are available at both libraries and on the bookmobile, or you can mail your membership to the Claiborne Parish Library, 901 Edgewood Drive, Homer, LA 71040. For more information, call the Library at 927-3845.    Big Dog Ultra Trail Run Set For Sat. Nov. 29 At Claiborne State Park - The Big Dog Ultra Trail Run will be held Saturday, November 29 at the Lake Claiborne State Park. Race distances are 50k, 20 miles, 13.1 miles, and 4 miles. Start time is 8 AM. Entry fees are $20 for 4M, $30 for 13.1/20M, ad $35 for 50K if paid by November 15. For more information visit the website at www.ovrrc.com or contact Dr. Jeff Baillie at jeffb@bayou.com or at work at 318-323-2216 or Martha Klipping at marthaklipping@hotmail.com or call her at 927-2034.    Jim Oakes To Be Guest Speaker At Homer Lions Club - Jim Oakes, Athletic Director at Louisiana Tech University will be the guest speaker Thursday, August 14 at the noon meeting of the Homer Lions Club held at Linder Restaurant. Oakes will discuss the football program and Tech's opener against Miami University at Independence Stadium on August 28 at 6:30 PM.    Haynesville Town Council To Meet Thursday, August 21, 6 PM - The Haynesville Town Council will meet on Thursday, August 21 at 6 PM in the Council Chambers.    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 Golden Raiders Senior Club Picnic Rescheduled For Sept. 13 - The picnic for the Homer Golden Raiders Senior Club originally scheduled for August 9 at the Mayfield Park has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 13 from 9 AM to 12 noon. Area coordinator Joe Etta Williams would like to thank you for your cooperation and consideration.    Materials Needed For Dollmaking Activities - First Tuesday Each Month The ladies who meet the first Tuesday each month from 9 AM until 2 PM at the Homer Church of Christ Annex Building on West Main (Hwy. 79) to make dolls, teddy bears, and doll quilts for Christmas gifts for needy children in the area and state are in need of more ribbons, lace and stuffing. They also need solid color lining fabric for use on doll quilts. Kay Lowery said they could also welcome anyone who would like to come join their group and help make the dolls. For more information, you can contact Lowery at 927-4705.
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