E Edition Archive

December, 2024

  • 9 December

    Taxes – Confusion – Chaos

    The Union Parish Police Jury (UPPJ) met last evening with vocal citizens expressing their anger and concern over the recent increase in taxes caused by the reassessment which the UPPJ imposed in August of this year. The gathering was much larger than the normally small group attending most meetings. There was standing room only with extra security and overflow outside …

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November, 2024

  • 29 November

    Union Livestock Exhibitors Shine

    Union Livestock exhibitors showcased their exceptional livestock projects at the State Fair of Louisiana, earning top honors in a highly competitive field. The event, held at the Louisiana State Fairgrounds, saw participants from across the state vying for prestigious titles.The Union Livestock team demonstrated remarkable skill and passion, making their community proud. Their achievements at the State Fair of Louisiana …

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  • 20 November

    Jeff Landry focuses on sales tax increase

    It’s simple math.That was the explanation of state senators Tuesday when asked why they are considering an increase in the state sales tax rate – already the highest in the country.It’s a proposal that would hit all consumers in the pocketbook, but especially the poor.The idea emerged Monday because raising the state portion of the sales tax from 4.45 cents …

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  • 7 November

    Donald Trump Declared President Elect

    Local Election Results and Louisiana Voting With a current 51% lead, and 277 electoral votes, Donald Trump has been declared President Elect 2024. by the Associate Press.As polls continue counting, the current trends project that the Donald Trump, JD Vance Republican campaign will win the popular vote for President Elect 2024. Trump Vance is followed by the Kamala Harris, Tim …

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October, 2024

  • 30 October

    Tax Increase of 33.5% Led by Mayor Crow

    Johnny Dollar Recently the town administration, led by Mayor Crow, without voter input, approved increasing property owners taxes by 33.5 per cent by voting to apply that factor a year earlier than otherwise would have happened. The Mayor’s phone number, per his Campaign Disclosure Filing, is 318-366-3215. It is small wonder that businesses in Farmerville are closing, unable to meet …

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  • 23 October

    2024 Elections and Tax Proposals

    Johnny Dollar Early voting is underway through next Tuesday for the November 5, 2024, general election. In Farmerville, the offices of Mayor and Aldermen are all on the ballot, along with a proposition to dedicate ‘green energy revenue/royalties’ from Louisiana offshore waters to Coastal Restoration and not the state general fund. Also on the ballot are the President and Congressional …

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  • 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

    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

    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

    News Briefs

    Día de la FamiliaThe Town of Farmerville and Latinas Unidas, an initiative of the Town of Farmerville, are hosting the “14th Annual Dia de la Familia.” This year’s festivities will be a two-day event to be held in downtown Farmerville on October 11th (6:00-11:00 pm) & 12th (2:00-6:00 pm, 2024 ending with a Soccer Tournament on October 13th at Arnet …

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  • 10 October

    TOF – TAXES – Waste of Public Funds

    Johnny Dollar Since the first week of July, The Gazette has brought to the public’s attention governmental waste, violation of environmental laws, conflicts of interest of public officials and what clearly appears to be a violation of law in the use of public funds to benefit private property owners. A study of our police jury and town officials leaves a …

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  • 3 October

    Fishing Report

    BLACK BAYOU – No report. Contact Honey Hole Tackle Shop 323-8707 for latest information. BUSSEY BRAKE – Bass fishing is best fishing buzz baits and plastic frogs around the the wind rows. Some big crappie are being caught on the flats on shiners and jigs. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole at 323-8707. OUACHITA RIVER – The river is …

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