Claiborne Chamber To Hold "After
Hours" Chili & Soup
The Claiborne Chamber of Commerce will host an After Hours
"Chili and Soup" event at the Claiborne Parish Fair Barn in
Haynesville at 6 PM on Thursday, October 28.
Homer Town Council To Meet Monday,
November 1, 6 PM
The Homer Town Council will meet in regular session on Monday,
November 1 at 6 PM in the Council Chambers.
The Homer School Oversight Committee Will Meet Nov. 8
The Homer School Project Oversight Committee will meet Monday, November
8 at 5:30 PM in the Homer Council Chambers to receive an update of the project.
Sheriff's Office To Conduct Ladies
Handgun Class Nov. 6
Claiborne Parish Sheriff Ken Bailey announces plans to conduct a
Ladies' Handgun Class
at 1 PM on Saturday, November 6 at David Wade Correctional Center. The class is
free of charge, but participants are asked to register by calling CPSO at 927-2011. Following about one
hour of class instruction, ladies will go to the Wade firing range.
Participants are asked to bring their own handgun and ammunition. Handguns will
be available for those who do not have a gun.
Claiborne Academy To Play Newton, MS
Here Friday, Oct. 29
In the first round of playoffs, Claiborne Academy will play Newton County
Academy Friday night, October 29. Kickoff is 7 PM.
Homer Pels Will Play North DeSoto Here Friday Night
The Homer Pelicans will play North DeSoto
here Friday, October 29. Kickoff is 7
PM.
Haynesville Tors Will Travel To Plain
Dealing Friday Night
The Haynesville Tors will travel to
Plain Dealing Friday, October 29. Kickoff is 7:30 PM.
Junction City Will Host Smackover Friday, October 29
The Junction City Dragons host Smackover Hampton Friday, October
29. Kickoff is
7:30 PM.
Haynesville QB Club Tornado Frolics Set For November 6
The Haynesville Quarterback Club's annual Tornado Frolics on
Saturday, Nov. 6 at the Fair Barn in Haynesville will feature a steak dinner for the Tornado football team
and supporters, games, and cake walk at 5 PM, a beauty contest between football
players at 6:30 PM, and auction at 7 PM. Admission is $1. If you would like to
sponsor a $12 steak dinner for a team member or purchase a steak dinner for
yourself, contact Benjie Winn at (318) 927-4089.
Taste Of Homer To Be Held Saturday,
Nov. 13, City Hall
This year the "Taste of Homer" will be Saturday, November 13, at Homer City Hall. The Claiborne Chamber will be encouraging everyone to shop Claiborne Parish first. If you have never been to this event you have been missing a
treat. There will be over 100 different food items to taste. The tickets
are $10.00 and the proceeds go to the Christmas Festival. Participating
merchants in Homer & Haynesville will be having open house to start your
Christmas holiday shopping. There will be plenty of sales and a $250.00
shopping spree will be given away. Be sure to register at each participating merchant.
Claiborne Physical Therapy To Hold
Grand Opening Thurs.
Claiborne Physical Therapy will hold their Grand Opening and
Open House from 2-8 PM on Thursday, October 28 at their location at 822-C West
Main in Homer (next to In Mart).
Don't Forget To Set Your Clocks Back One Hour Saturday
Night!
"Solutions To Poverty"
Thursday, Nov. 4 At Claiborne Electric
The Census Bureau ranks Louisiana with the 5th highest
percentage of citizens who live in poverty, behind Arkansas, New Mexico,
Mississippi, and the District of Columbia. Louisiana is ranked 3rd among the
highest percentage of citizens who are uninsured, behind Texas and New Mexico.
On Thursday, November 4 from 10 AM - 12 PM, the citizens of Claiborne Parish
will sponsor a meeting in the Claiborne Electric Co-Op Conference Room to
discuss "Solutions To Poverty". Help us
identify needs, strategies and opportunities for solutions to poverty. Ideas
for collaboration and implementation of recommended strategies in the following
areas of interest: Education, Employment Development, Economic Development,
Community Assets, Family Assets among public, private and faith-based
partnerships. Please join us to discuss this important issue facing our parish.
Please RSVP: 937-2518, ext. 38.
Claiborne Parish Cattlemen's Meeting Set For October 28, 6 PM
The Claiborne Parish Cattlemen's Association will meet at 6:00
p.m., October 28 at the Claiborne Electric Cooperative on Hwy. 9. Mr. Danny Jones, Schering-Plough Animal
Health Corporation and a representative from Purina will be speaking. Student award winners at the Parish Fair will
be recognized. Our annual steak dinner
will be served. Hope to see you there!
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Willie Burns To Host Fundraiser For
Girl Injured In Auto Accident
Willie Burns Jr. will host a fundraiser in the Wal-Mart parking
lot on Saturday, November 6 beginning at 11 AM to help with medical bills for
18-year-old LaKeisha Jenkins of Homer, who was
seriously injured in an automobile accident on Hwy. 79 between Homer and Minden
on August 23. Burns will be selling BBQ rib plates for $7.
Fellowship Of Christian Athletes To
Host Veterans Day Luncheon
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes Huddles at Homer High
School and Claiborne Academy will host the annual Veterans Day Luncheon and
Observance on Thursday, November 11. All veterans and their spouses are invited
to attend. The luncheon will be held at Homer City Hall beginning at 11 AM.
Please contact Elaine Beard at Homer High School or Ed Watson at Claiborne
Academy if you will be able to attend.
Patricia Folts Accepting Donations For American Cancer Society
Patricia L. Folts is now chairman of
the American Cancer Society Memorial Fund.
Folts began receiving and processing donations
for the American Cancer Society on October 15, 2004. Donations may be sent to
her home at 327 Coleman Loop, Homer, LA 71040.
D.A.R.T. Collecting Old Cell Phones For
Much Needed Funding
D.A.R.T. is asking the community to donate their old cell phones
to help them raise needed funds for their offices. The program, known as the
Shelter Alliance Fundraiser, not only addresses environmental concerns but it
provides domestic violence organizations a continual source of funds by simply
collecting used cellular phones. D.A.R.T. gets a donation for every viable cell
phone sent to the Shelter Alliance. D.A.R.T. has several drop boxes in Homer_Claiborne Animal Clinic, Claiborne Parish Library,
First Guaranty Bank, Willis-Knighton Wellness Center,
CMA Cablevision, and Homer Memorial Hospital. For more info, call Mary Ellen
Gamble at 927-2818.
November 5 Is The Deadline For December
11, 2004 ACT Test
November 5 is the deadline for the ACT Assessment Test to be
held December 11, 2004. The test fee is $28. The ACT exam includes four parts:
English, reading, mathematics and science, and it takes
three hours to complete. Late registrations will be taken until November 18 for
an additional $15 fee. Students can get registration materials from their
school guidance counselor or they can register on-line at www.actstudent.org.
Willie Burns To Host Community Steak Supper On November ??
Willie Burns Jr. will cook 300 steaks for a Community Cook Out
to be held at Mayfield Park in Homer on Saturday, November ??
beginning at ?? PM. The
purpose of the supper is to allow community-wide fellowship while enjoying a
steak.
Christian Music Jamboree Set For Nov. 6 At
Lake Claiborne State Park
Lake Claiborne State Park will host their first Christian Music
Jamboree on Saturday, November 6 from 8 AM-8 PM at the park. Local Christian
bands, choral groups, or singers are being sought to be a part of the day's
activities. Groups wishing to get their name on the list of participants may
contact Elizabeth Entrekin at 927-2976. Carey
Armstrong who will be setting up scheduling after registration can be contacted
at (318) 435-6310. The deadline for registration is October 25. Tell your
friends, neighbors, and church groups about this event so we can make it
enjoyable and memorable before the busy Christmas season begins.
Claiborne Community Services Looking For Volunteers For Food
Claiborne Community Services is looking for 2 to 4 volunteers to
help with the distribution of Food For Seniors. The
boxes are distributed once a month, and the hours are
from 8 AM-10 AM. If you are willing to volunteer your time, please call
318-927-3557 and ask for Jean or Sharon.
Next Distribution For Food For Seniors
Is Monday, November 29
The next date for the distribution of FOOD FOR SENIORS, will be Monday, November 29 from 8 AM - 10 AM at
Armory Field/Boys and Girls Club. You must make arrangements to pick up your
box between the hours of 8-10. Boxes not picked up are sent back on the truck.
No boxes will be taken to our office to be distributed. If you need to add a
name of a representative to your application, please call Claiborne Community
Services at 318-927-3557 or 1-800-870-4166.
Senior Citizens In District 11 Invited
To Participate In Project Gold
Senior citizens, age 62 or over by December 31, 2004 and who
reside in District 11, are invited to participate in Project Gold which
includes educational seminars and travel. Applications should be completed before
November 15, 2004. For more information, call area coordinators Joe Etta
Williams in Athens/Homer area at 972-9444, Renee Buggs
in Haynesville at 624-2552, Flossie Smith in Summerfield/Lillie at 986-5413,
Valerie Cooper in Lisbon at 353-6057, Lettie Rochelle
in Arcadia/Simsboro at 263-9800, or Minnie Dawson in Gibsland at 843-6552. Project Gold is sponsored by the
Community Coordinating Council, Inc. in Ruston and State Representative Richard
Gallot, Jr.
Infiniti Productions Announces Casting Call For
December 13
Infiniti Productions, LLC will be conducting a casting call on
Saturday, December 13 at the Claiborne Boys & Girls Club in Homer at 10 AM.
Cast members will be featured in a movie to begin shooting on December 16 in
Homer. The cast is open to people of all ages. Anyone interested can call
318-265-9429 or 318-237-8373.
