October, 2024

• 16 October

  Fishing Report

  

  BLACK BAYOU – No report. Contact Honey Hole Tackle Shop 323-8707 for latest information. BUSSEY BRAKE – Bass fishing is improved with some big ones reported. Best bets are flipping structure with creature baits and topwater lures early. Some big crappie are being caught on the flats on shiners and jigs. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole at 323-8707. …

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• 16 October

  Nature’s Parents determines success

  

  Glynn HarrisGlynn Harris is a long-time outdoor writer from North Louisiana and has won more than 50 writing and broadcasting awards during his 47 year career. Go back and study the history of just about any annually-occurring activity and something becomes clear. Like the pendulum on a grandfather clock, there are cycles, times when the particular activity ebbs; times when …

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• 16 October

  LSU Stadium at 100

  

  Thomas FieldsThomas “Tuffy” Fields is an author and regular contributor to The Gazette. He can be reached by email at thelouisianaexplorer@yahoo.com. Last night I saw the flagship university of Louisiana, LSU, pull out a dynamic win over Ole Miss in overtime. One of the storied rivalries of college football has been revived. What a way to celebrate the 100th anniversary …

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• 16 October

  The quirky roots of phrases we all know

  

  Sallie HollisSallie Rose Hollis is a native of Rocky Branch and retired Journalism Professer from Louisiana Tech University. Contact her at sallierose@mail.com. Once again, the Enigma Explorer emerges from the shadows, ready to weave her way into the pages of this newspaper and the corners of your mind. Prepare to embark on a journey through the curious and the unexplained, …

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• 16 October

  Hurricane Milton hits Florida’s Gulf Coast

  

  Hurricane Milton threatened Florida’s gulf coast to be one of the most devastating storms in recorded history, according to several experts. Several towns were already in a state of disrepair from the state’s prior storm, Hurricane Helene, which had already cost the state billions of dollars in property damage.“Thankfully, we weathered the storm in Disney World Orlando safely. On Thursday …

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• 16 October

  Former Speaker visits Union Parish

  

  Former Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives, Clay Shexnayder, visited Union Parish this past Monday at the request of local voters who are seeking information on a Home Rule Charter form of government. The gathering was hosted by Lynn Ramsey and Judy Auger. There wasn’t an empty seat, with attendance exceeding expectations.Discussions revolved around the need for lower taxes, …

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• 16 October

  Gov. Jeff Landry proves to be pragmatic

  

  Staff Gazette There’s no question Jeff Landry — first as a member of Congress, then attorney general and now governor —  has navigated the rising red tide in Louisiana with perfect timing to reach its conservative crest. But a closer look at his policy decisions during his first 10 months in office show a state leader whose decisions have often been …

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• 10 October

  Benny Bruce Patton

  

  Funeral services for Mr. Benny Bruce Patton, age 65 of Farmerville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA with Bro. Kurt Auger and Bro. Robbie Lawson officiating. Interment will follow at Corinth Cemetery in Dubach, LA.Benny Bruce Patton born June 24, 1959, beloved son, brother, and friend to all, …

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• 10 October

  Fishing Report

  

  BLACK BAYOU – No report. Contact Honey Hole Tackle Shop 323-8707 for latest information. BUSSEY BRAKE – Bass fishing is improved with some over 10 pounds reported. Best bets are flipping structure with creature baits and topwater lures early. Some big crappie are being caught on the flats on shiners and jigs. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole at …

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• 10 October

  Thoughts about Squirrel Hunting

  

  Glynn HarrisGlynn Harris is a long-time outdoor writer from North Louisiana and has won more than 50 writing and broadcasting awards during his 47 year career. We are entering the month of October and for this country boy, the arrival of October carried with it a special meaning. It’s time to go squirrel hunting. Season opens in Louisiana Saturday October …

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