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May 8, 2003

 

Lake Commission Delays Boat Patrol, Looks At Boat Permits

State Legislation Threatens To Remove Local Control of Watershed District

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

The Claiborne Parish Watershed District, or Lake Commission, met Thursday, April 24. A request was made by Sheriff Kenneth Volentine to increase the hourly rate for Jeff Pugh to patrol Lake Claiborne during the summer months. Commissioner Phillip "Butch" Fincher asked who was responsible for insuring Pugh and who would be liable in case of an accident. It was stated the Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries (DWF) planned to increase the number of their lake patrol staff from two to three, and since they were responsible for patrolling 11 area lakes, they might not necessarily spend more time on Lake Claiborne. Pugh began patrolling Lake Claiborne in 1998 through a mutual agreement between the Sheriff's Office and the Watershed District (CPWD). The CPWD agreed to pay $12 per hour to the Sheriff's office for deputy Pugh at the time and the Sheriff agreed to supply the boat, upkeep, and all the fuel. The patrols have been successful in keeping down some previous problems they had on the lake. According to Citizens Advisory Committee member Jackie Holt, somewhere along the way the CPWD began writing checks directly to Pugh even though that was not the initial agreement. He went on to say the cost to patrol the lake would be much greater if the CPWD had to provide their own boat and certify their own officer. Alice Stewart said due to decreases in revenue, the cost for the lake patrol takes one-third of the CPWD budget. Commissioners tabled making a decision until they could meet with Sheriff Volentine and Asst. District Attorney Charlie Bradshaw, assigned by DA Walter May to serve as counsel for the Commission.

Town Council Closes Homer Natatorium For Summer

Mayfield Pool to Open After Needed Repairs

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

Two applications for Recreation Director were received for consideration by the Homer Town Council at their regular meeting Monday, May 3-Robert Sanders and Paul McGee. Both applicants agreed they would work for free and would be willing to work together. The Homer Town Council voted unanimously to appoint Robert Sanders as Recreation Director and Paul McGee as Asst. Director. Sanders assumed his duties by asking the Town Council to consider closing the Homer Natatorium for this year and to allow he and McGee to develop a policy for use of the parks and pools. Sanders said if you want business to come to this town, you need three things: a good education system which is the responsibility of the School Board, a good transportation system which falls under the Police Jury, and a good recreation system, which is mainly the Council's responsibility. The Homer Natatorium does not meet current OSHA standards and repairs will be very costly. Studies are underway to explore options.

Homer Memorial Hospital To Hold Health Fair

Saturday, May 10, 2003 • 9 AM - 1 PM

Homer Memorial Hospital will hold a Health Fair in conjunction with the Claiborne Jubilee and Art Show on Saturday, May 10 from 9 AM - 1 PM at Homer City Hall. The Health Fair will include "free" screenings for cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure, height and weight measurements, and eyes, as well as eye glass cleaning and adjustments. There will be a moonwalk and face painting in a Special Kids Area. The Fair will include health information booths, as well as freebies and door prizes. Over 500 attended last year's Health Fair and were very impressed.

Summerfield High School PTO Annual Dinner & Auction

5:30 PM • Saturday, May 10

The 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.

2003 Annual Claiborne Parish Jubilee

Chris Sherrill, Angie Mills Among Headliners At Jubilee Street Dance To Feature Popular Bands "Mudd Pi" and "Next of Kin"

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

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

While France, Spain, and the United States disputed the control of the lands that would become part of the Louisiana Purchase, the lands were occupied by Native Americans. These various people were tied to general geographic boundaries. Language differences served to differentiate them. Some tribes could hardly be understood by others. The Kadohadacho language dominated in north central Louisiana. "Caddo" culture evolved over hundreds of years. They developed a fine, new style of pottery and used special ornaments and objects made from imported materials they obtained through an extensive trade system with other tribes. They lived in small villages near streams or lakes. New garden crops such as beans were added to corn, squash, gourds, and native plants. As a result of a grant from the Department of Culture, Recreation & Tourism, the Ford Museum is exploring the Native American culture and the early pioneer life in North Central Louisiana. New exhibitions, both inside the museum and in front display windows, are being planned and implemented. The Board of Directors of the H.S. Ford Museum invites you to visit the new exhibits Saturday, May 10. The Museum will be open from 10 AM to 2 PM. Admission is free. The Museum exhibit is only one of many educational opportunities planned for the Claiborne Parish Jubilee. In celebration of the Louisiana Purchase signed 200 years ago last week, on April 30 1803, local residents will be able to step back into the past through many of the craft demonstrations, which include quilting, trapping and tanning animal hides from coon skin rugs to deer rugs, woodworking, many Native American crafts, and candlemaking. Besides the great lineup of entertainment, the Homer High Drama Club, under the direction of Denice Owens, will present a brief dramatization of a possible court scenario in Claiborne Parish that occurred several years after the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, bringing to life what really happened between America, France, Spain and the New World. There will be three brief performances in the courtroom of the Claiborne Parish Courthouse, at 12:00 noon, 1 PM and 2 PM. In 1803, Claiborne Parish was part of the oldest settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory which later became Natchitoches Parish. Settlers began moving to Natchitoches Parish as early as 1714, but it would be over 100 years, in 1819, before John Murrell, the first permanent settler arrived in the present day boundaries of Claiborne Parish. In 1828 Claiborne Parish was carved from Natchitoches and named after the first American governor, William Charles Cole Claiborne. At that time, Claiborne Parish stretched across much of northeast Louisiana, and was known as the Banner Parish. The Jubilee Committee and Sponsors would like to invite everyone to join in the all day celebration which also includes food, fun, Health Fair, Homemade Ice Cream Contest, educational crafts for kids, and evening street dance. Original Jubilee T-Shirts will be on sale for $15. Claiborne Jubilee Gold Sponsors ($500) are Entergy and First Guaranty Bank. Silver sponsors ($250) are Emerson Oil Company and T.E. "Gene" Coleman State Farm Insurance. Bronze Sponsors ($100) are Cafe' Claiborne at St. John, Lynn's Flowers, Ken Bailey, Claiborne Drug Company, GNF Management, Cothren Graff Smoak Engineering Inc., Subway, Michael's Men's Store & Sporting Goods, Thomas Auto Care, Homer Tobacco, Candy & Drug Co., Harmon Wood Company, Toney Johnson Real Estate, Keith's Food Mart, Dr. M. H. Procell, Clawson Chiropractic Clinic, Northeast Properties, The Guardian-Journal, and Delta Interiors, Ltd. Others who contributed were Regions Bank and Sunrise Bakery. Visit the Jubilee site page at www.claiborneone.org/jubilee.html.

Summerfield Commencement Set For May 12

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

The Senior Class of Summerfield High School announces Commencement Exercises will be held on Monday evening, May 12, 2003 at 8 PM in the Summerfield High School gymnasium. Co-Valedictorians are Stacy Morgan Bailey and Shedrick Denez Hay. Co-Salutatorians are Charlessa Shenna Buggs and Wesley Joe Chandler.The Graduating Class of 2003 are Stacy Morgan Bailey, Demetrius Cartez Bell, Joseph Bell Jr., Tiona Monique Bramley, Charlessa Shenna Buggs, Wesley Joe Chandler, William Andrew Cook, Brittany Anne Foster, Shedrick Denez Hay, John Edward Hill, Michael Gent Jones, Mary Francis Kyle, Curbie Clarice Lowery, Christopher Lee Moore, Charles Edward Pitts, Bobby Singleton, Phillip Wade Strahan, and Sheena Denice Tate.

Commencement Set For May 13 At Homer High

Homer High School will hold Commencement Exercises on Tuesday, May 13, 2003 in the Ronny G. Beard Memorial Stadium beginning at 7:30 p.m. The 2003 candidates for graduation at Homer High are Brandon Marquale Allen, Shawndreka LaQuanta Aubrey, Kenneth Chad Blackwell, William Durrell Brown, Kimberly LaQuara Burns, Alton Ray Burns Jr., Demita LaShaun Calome, Lanetta Dalphayia Coleman, Celeste Janet Cooper, Erika Dene Cornelius, Iva Breatha Curry, Kristyn Laurice Dobbins, Brandon Antwoine Dunn, Antroneika Dale Fisher, Chad Edward Ford, Benjamin Allen Gamble, Jesse Ware Garcia, James Clinton Garrett, Amy Elizabeth Gilbert, Justin Dale Gorman, Corey Jarell Grant, Shelisica Denae Green, Lindsey Nicole Hammonds, Carlton Landell Harris, LaBrencia Denise Harris, Natalie Kristen Harrison, Phillip Ray Hightower, Latoya Renee Ivory, Kelcey Raun Kleinman, Tamekia Denise Knowles, Kristy Ann Lane, Corey D. Marshal, Preston Van McClure, Niesha Chervette Mitchell, Tiyanca Kinon Moore, Paul Braden Musgrove, Emily Jo Nelson, Gabrielle Vernett Nunley, Tiffany Leanne O'Donnell, William Dane Owens, Latonya Nicole Rabb, John David Ruple, Tiesha Shanae Shelman, April S. Small, Jackuilaine Deann Spencer, Kelly Lynn Spillers, Jacob Wayne Stewart, Demarcus Vintreze Sumlin, Thomas Jacob Tabor, Jesse C. Thomas, Lekesha Lenette Turner, Victoria Nicole Turner, Thea Deloren Tyler, Shuntrell Lashay Walker, Brandolyn Benyale Warren, Kimitta Reashun Warren, Cleon Warren Jr., Karnisha Reshun Webb, Stacey LaShun Webb, Shequita M. Williams, Terrance Terrell Willis, Courtney Damon Wilson, Joseph Edward Winters, Catherine Lee Woodall, and Deasha Shaundreal Woodfork.

Haynesville High To Graduate May 13

Haynesville High School will hold Commencement Exercises on Tuesday, May 13, 2003 in the school gymnasium beginning at 7:30 p.m. The 2003 candidates for graduation at Homer High are Aubrey Allen Bailey, Shecondra Renee Bittle, Brady DeWayne Cheatham, Danny Bruce Coleman, Markeisha DeShanta Ford, James Nathaniel Gray, Tatum Britton Hardin, Jarriel Deangelo Henderson, Falante Pierre Hill, Kevin Scot Hollenbeck, Joe Mitchell Holly, Thomas Bailey Holt, Daniel Theodore Howard, Ross Hearne Killgore, Fernandez Torres Kingsby, Carl Porter Kirkpatrick, John Wesley Maddox, Natalie Nicole Manning, Takako Brejon Modisette, Kristy Marie Moore, Lashondra Latrice Penegar, Tenisha Rachel Penigar, Amanda Sue Perkins, Mark Alan Rudd, Trent Leon Rupert, Kyle Wayne Simmons, Christopher Hugh Stanberry, James Allen Thomas, James Mario Thomas, Renata Lalisa Woods, and Brandon Michael Youngblood.

Athens Graduation Set For May 11

Athens High School graduation will be held May 11, 2003 at 4 PM in the gymnasium. Valedictorian is Kashina Lynette Shine and salutatorian is Melissa Elizabeth Jones. The 2003 graduates are Janet Coliston, Dwaun Jarelle Harris, Aaron Venshay Jackson, Jamichael D'Aundre Jackson, Melissa Elizabeth Hones, Derrick Toronto Lathan, Shelethea Vachan Pettigrew, Kashina Lynette Shine, Kerry Trumaine Shine, Jarred Clayton Spurlock, Eric Lamon Webb, Channing Ray Winzer, and Reginal Darnell Winzer.

Mt. Olive Christian School Graduates May 9

Mt. Olive Christian School will hold their commencement exercises on Friday, May 9, 2003 in the school auditorium beginning at 7 p.m. Top graduates are Tiffany Feazell, Ashley Mullins, and Candice Ross. The 2003 graduating class include Katie Anderson, Deana Carpenter, Brandon Cathey,m Matthew Edwards, Tiffany Feazell, Josh Lanidier, Calvin Malone, Rachel May, Rachel Miller, Josh Moak, Todd Moore, Ashley Mullins, Adrian Pascal, Candice Ross, Alton Shelman, Dani Smock, and Jennifer Wheeler. NOTICE TO READERS THE GUARDIAN-JOURNAL HAS A NEW TOLL-FREE LINE AT 1-877-480-9918. Archived Guardian Journal Headlines & News Briefs from November 1999

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. The museum will be holdinng a special showing for the Jubilee from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday.    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 To Hold Chicken Charbroil May 17 - The Homer Lions Club will hold their annual Chicken Charbroil on Saturday, May 17 from 10:30 AM - 1 PM in the Brookshire's parking lot. Plates include the usual 1/2 chicken, beans, etc. Tickets can be purchased from any Lions Club member for $5. All proceeds go to the Louisiana Eye Bank and The Crippled Childrens Camp.    Registration Underway For Driver's Education Class - Registration for the 2003 Driver's Education Class began Monday, April 28. The Driver's Ed Class will begin Monday, June 2 at 8 AM. Students must be 15 years on or before June 13, 2003 and must bring birth certificates for proof of age. Registration fee is $200 payable by money order or cashier's check to the Claiborne Parish School Board. Class size is limited, so register early.    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.    Annual Meeting White Hall Cemetery Association Saturday, May 10 - The White Hall Cemetery Association will hold its Annual Meeting on May 10, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. in the White Hall Methodist Church. Lunch will follow.    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.    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.    Claiborne Parish NAACP To Meet Tuesday, May 13, 6 PM - The Claiborne Parish Branch of the NAACP will meet Tuesday, May 13, 2003 at 6 PM at the Homer Childhood Learning Center located at 299 Washington Street in Homer.    LifeShare Blood Center To Host Blood Drive At Homer Hospital - LifeShare Blood Center will host a Community Blood Drive at Homer Memorial Hospital, 620 East College in Homer on Wednesday, May 21 from 11 AM - 4 PM in the Hospital Conference Room. LifeShare Blood Center is proud to be associated with Homer Memorial Hospital. The Homer community is encouraged to come out and donate to help replenish the blood supply. To donate blood, you should be feeling well, weightat least 110 lbs, and be a minimum of 17 years of age. You will receive your choice of a T-shirt, baseball cap, or cholesterol test. Drinks and snacks will be provided.    Homer High School "Any Class" Reunion Set For May 19 - The Homer High School "Any Class" Reunion (all classes through 1960) will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2003 at the Homer Country Club. Social Hour is 4 PM - 5:45 PM, followed by a Buffet Dinner. Dress is casual. Cost is $15 per person. On Sunday, May 25, Reunion worship at the First Presbyterian Church at 10:30 AM or your own church. Fellowship and sandwich lunch will begin at 12:15 PM at the First Presbyterian Fellowship Hall. Co-Chairmen are James Banks and James Robert Michael.    The Claiborne Cattleman's Association To Meet May 8 - Mike Dominique, President of the Louisiana Market Association, and an auction barn owner-operator, will be the guest speaker at the Claiborne Parish Cattleman's Association meeting at 6:30 PM on May 8 at the Hill Farm Research Station. 2003. He will speak on how your cattle work in today's market. A meal will be served.    Ware's Chapel Cemetery Association To Hold Business Meeting - Ware's Chapel Cemetery Association To Hold Business Meeting Ware's Chapel Cemetery Association to hold their business meeting on Saturday, May 10 at 10:30 AM at Ware's Chapel Church. No lunch.    Lake Claiborne State Park Events - For information on upcoming events - Call 1-888-677-2524 toll free or 318-927-2976.    Tulip Cemetery Memorial Set For Saturday, May 10 - Annual Memorial Services will be held at 11 AM Saturday, May 10 at Tulip Cemetery followed by a basket lunch at noon. Rev. Don Woodard of Hurricane Baptist Church will be guest speaker. For more info, contact any member of Board of Directors, Al White, Maxey White, Will Ross Henry, Kenneth Volentine, or Larry White. Mail donations, memorials to Tulip Cemetery, c/o Marinda White, 8328 Hwy. 518, Homer 71040.    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     Louisiana Tech's Spring Road Show Is Coming To Claiborne Parish - Louisiana Tech's Spring Road Show will be held at Homer City Hall on Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m., just one of ten Road Shows being planned. Eighty (80) high school students in Claiborne Parish have expressed an interest in attending Louisiana Tech and have been invited to enjoy a fried fish dinner and learn more about what opportunities are available at the University. There will be 8 tables with information on academics, admissions, scholastics, and athletics, and representatives to answer questions. Parents of prospective college students are highly encouraged to attend the casual attire event, as well as all Tech Alumni and Friends. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased anytime from at any parish bank before the Friday, May 16 deadline. Door prizes and Tech apparel will be available.    Kids Fishing Day May 17 At Caney Lake Rec Area, Minden - A "Kids Fishing Day" sponsored by the U.S. Forest Service and Wildlife and Fisheries will be held at the Caney Lake Recreation Area Saturday, May 17 from 9 AM - 12 Noon for ages 4-14. No charge to participate and bait will be furnished. Applications can be picked up at U.S. Forestry office at 3288 Hwy. 79S (Minden Highway). For more info, call 927-2061. Directions to Caney Lake: From Hwy. 79 just west of Claiborne-Webster parish line, turn northwest on Hwy. 111 (Dogwood Trail), go to Hwy. 159, turn left, then follow signs to Lake.    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.    Homer Elementary School Book Fair Ends Friday May 9 - Homer Elementary School Book Fair will end Friday, May 9. The Fair is from 10:15 AM - 2:00 PM, May 5-9 in the school gym. Parents are welcome.    Pinehill Water System Meet May 19 At Claiborne Manor - The Pinehill Water System will be holding their monthly meeting on May 19, 2003 at Claiborne Manor at 6:00 p.m.    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: Haynesville: Monday, June 16 at the Fair Barn. Summerfield/Junction City: Monday, June 30 at the Summerfield School. Lisbon: Thursday, July 10 at the City Hall. Athens: Thursday, July 31 at the Mount Olive Christian School. 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.    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.    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.    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.    Annual Claiborne Academy Academic, Athletic Banquet - The Annual Claiborne Academy Academic & Athletic Banquet will be held Thursday, May 8 at 6:00 p.m. in the school gymnasium.    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...    D.A.R.T., Department Of Labor To Present Two Workshops In May - The Louisiana Department of Labor and D.A.R.T. (Domestic Abuse Resistance Team) will present two workshops in Claiborne Parish in May. On Tuesday, May 13, a workshop entitled "Stress and Worry Management" will be held and on Tuesday, May 20, a workshop entitled "Abusive Relationships, A to Z." Both workshops will be held at the D.A.R.T office, 300 Murrell Street (former USDA building) from 5-8 PM. Children's workshops will be during the same period of time-with crafts, prizes and refreshments. For more info or to reserve a space for you & your children, call Ellen Gamble or Aarin Austin at 927-2818.    Teacher Retirement Reception Set For Thursday, May 15 - Teacher Retirement Reception will be held Thursday, May 15, 2003 at the Claiborne Parish School Board Annex, 418 East Main Street in Homer (across from the School Board office) from 4 - 5 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.    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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